What Do We Bring To The Range?

Intro and Range Gear Focus

Clint from Classic Firearms is at Take Aim Training and Range with his Toyota 4Runner, jokingly nicknamed the “Feyrona.” The video focuses on the practical range equipment used during filming days rather than a full vehicle loadout. He explains that viewers often see steel and self-healing targets, various types of ammunition, ear and eye protection, belts, vests, and other carry gear in their videos. This episode is meant to show the core items brought to the range, why they are chosen, and how they are staged in the back of the vehicle for a typical shooting session.

Ammo Loadout and Infinity Target

Clint starts at the rear of the 4Runner, where most of the day’s gear is stored. He notes that ammo is a major component, usually packed in multiple ammo cans. On this lighter day, he brought a few hundred rounds each of 5.56, 7.62x39, and 9mm. He highlights an Infinity Target, using code “Magdump,” and shows the back of it to illustrate how it holds up. He mentions having shot it with a .30-30 hollow point, which penetrated, and points out that the manufacturer advises against hollow points. The target is rated to withstand a high number of 5.56 rounds in a one-inch area before failure, making it a durable option for repeated range use.

Belts, Holsters, and Medical Gear

Clint moves on to his belt setup, built around an AWS belt with High Speed Gear Industries components and an Alpha Omega Kydex holster for his FNX-45 Tactical. The rig uses a Safariland-style thigh setup, and he prefers a single thigh strap instead of two. He carries a Columbia River Knife and Tool blade on the belt as well. Medical readiness is emphasized, with trauma packs and tourniquets staged in multiple locations around the vehicle and gear. He also shows an AWS tactical fanny pack that can be configured with a Velcro holster and internal pouch, describing it as a low-profile option suitable for concealed carry while still accommodating necessary equipment.

Deployment Bag, Tools, and Cleaning Supplies

Clint’s main deployment bag is an Eberlestock pack that holds spare magazines, loose ammunition, and maintenance items. He keeps a firearm cleaning kit, oil, and even an axe for clearing overgrown areas around the range. He highlights a CleansOil kit that includes a spray bottle, needle applicator, brush, and basic tools, chosen after watching reviews that suggested it performs well in their environment. The kit is useful for new guns that need lubrication and a brief break-in period. A separate tool and cleaning kit is carried for tasks like punching out pins or dealing with obstructions in a barrel. Another trauma-focused first aid kit is stored inside the bag, reinforcing his emphasis on having multiple medical options available.

Body Armor, Plate Carriers, and Spare Magazines

Clint shows a Guard Dog Body Armor plate carrier that he recently updated with a new Guard Dog placard using bungee retention. After checking the fit, he confirms it securely holds FNX-45 magazines and notes he will tighten the bungees further. He keeps brand-new magazines in their packaging on hand because high round counts can wear out mags over time; if feeding issues arise during drills or giveaways, he simply opens a fresh magazine to troubleshoot. He also mentions running Ace Link body armor with a Skeleac plate carrier, set up differently with a small pack on the back for additional storage. The combination of carriers, armor, and spare magazines is tailored to support frequent shooting and filming days.

Vehicle Rack, Rifle Mounts, and Ear Protection

Moving to the front of the vehicle, Clint points out a Hi-Lift jack and stresses the importance of learning proper use, lubrication, and locking techniques to avoid accidents. On the rear rack, he uses Greyman Tactical MOLLE panels to secure gear. A Daniel Defense Mk12 rifle is mounted there alongside a full-size trauma pack, spare magazines, and smoke grenades. Another panel on the opposite side is configured differently and can hold items like pistols, short-barreled rifles, or lever guns, plus a headrest-mounted helmet. For hearing protection, he uses Walker Silencer Bluetooth ear pro, stored in a charging case. These allow phone calls and music while providing hearing protection, and he keeps them charged so they are always ready for range use.

Steel Targets, Difficulty, and Safety Essentials

Clint addresses the steel targets used on the range, explaining that viewers sometimes think the shooters miss more than they do. The team often uses condensed C-zone TA steel targets, which are significantly smaller than full-size silhouettes like the Infinity Target. When these smaller plates are set at 50 yards for pistols or 100 yards for rifles, hits become more challenging, which can make misses sound more frequent on video. The target bases can also hold furring strips for stapling or clamping paper competition targets. He wraps up the overview by emphasizing essentials: quality ammo, durable targets, reliable eye and ear protection, Magpul ballistic sunglasses, plenty of water, and multiple first aid and trauma kits to handle anything from minor cuts to more serious injuries.

Transporting the .50 Cal and Closing Thoughts

In closing, Clint answers a common question about how he transports a .50 cal rifle, as seen in previous giveaway videos. He secures the Pelican case on the 4Runner’s roof rack using endless ratchet straps, avoiding drilling into the case so it remains weatherproof. The straps provide a solid hold for transport to and from the range, but he notes that he does not leave a .50 cal on the roof in unsecured public areas like parking lots. Instead, he recommends keeping valuable firearms and cases in secure locations whenever possible. He hints at a future, more detailed vehicle loadout video and invites viewers to request deeper dives on any specific gear or setups shown in this range equipment overview.