GunTuberGrady

Need to remove a 1911 or 2011 barrel link pin without risking damage?

In this quick gunsmithing tip, I demonstrate a simple method using a bench vise to press out a stubborn barrel link pin in a controlled way.

Whether you're replacing a barrel link, fitting a new barrel, or tackling your first 1911/2011 project, this technique can help make the job smoother and more predictable.

Sometimes the right method makes all the difference.

🎥 Check out the video and let me know what you think!

👇 Question for you:
What's one gunsmithing task that gave you the biggest headache the first time you tried it?

From Surgery to the Shooting Range.
Faith. Discipline. Gratitude.

#1911 #2011 #Gunsmithing #BarrelLink #BarrelLinkPin #DIYGunsmithing #FirearmMaintenance #USPSA #CompetitionShooting #GunTuberGrady #1911Builder #2011Builder #RangeLife

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 0

GunTuberGrady

I Tried New Ammo at a USPSA Match... Here's What Happened. 🔥🎯

For USPSA Match #16, I changed one variable—I switched to Blazer Brass 147gr to see how it would perform under real match conditions.

Did it feel softer?
Did it help my accuracy?
Did my stage times improve?

There's only one way to find out...

This video includes every stage, my thoughts throughout the match, and whether this ammo has earned a permanent spot in my competition setup.

🎥 Watch now and let me know what you think!

👇 Question for you:
Does ammo make a noticeable difference in USPSA, or is it mostly about the shooter? What are you running?

From Surgery to the Shooting Range.
Faith. Discipline. Gratitude.

#USPSA #CompetitionShooting #PracticalShooting #BlazerBrass #2011 #OpenDivision #GunTuberGrady #ShootingSports #RangeLife #USPSAMatch #CompetitiveShooting #2ACommunity

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 1

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🌊 NEW VIDEO IS LIVE! 🔥

The Coastal Classic Level II is officially live on the channel!

This was one of the biggest and most challenging USPSA matches I've shot to date. Ten unique stages, tough competition, and plenty of lessons learned along the way.

A huge thank you to Jordan Williams for building such an incredible 2011. The pistol ran flawlessly all weekend and continues to give me confidence every time I step to the line.

I'm still chasing A Class, and every major match teaches me something new. I hope you'll come along for the journey.

🎥 Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3lTan...

👇 After watching, let me know...
Which stage would you have attacked differently?

From Surgery to the Shooting Range.
Faith. Discipline. Gratitude.

#USPSA #LimitedOptics #2011 #CompetitionShooting #GunTuberGrady

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 0

GunTuberGrady

Bum 2011 extractor. 😭💔

1 month ago | [YT] | 2

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🔥 IT'S LIVE! My FIRST USPSA Match With My NEW Custom 2011! 🔥

After months of planning, waiting, and getting everything dialed in... it was finally time to put the new custom 2011 to the test at USPSA Match #14! 🏁

This wasn't just about speed—it was about learning the gun, building confidence, and taking another step toward my goal of A Class.

A huge thank you to Jordan Williams of Chingon Gunsmithing for helping bring this build to life. I couldn't be happier with the result!

🎥 In this video you'll see:
✅ Every stage from the match
✅ My first impressions of the new 2011
✅ What worked well (and what I'm still tuning)
✅ Stage-by-stage performance

👇 Question for you:
If you compete with a 2011, what's the first thing you'd change or tune after getting a new build?

Thanks for following this journey—from open-heart surgery to the shooting range, and now one match closer to A Class.

🙏 Faith. Discipline. Gratitude.

▶️ Watch the new video now!

1 month ago | [YT] | 0

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These guys don’t sponsor me (wish they did 😉), but they come in clutch every time I need parts overnight before a match. Thank you! 👊

#shooterconnection

1 month ago | [YT] | 0

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🔥 NEW VIDEO IS LIVE! 🔥

USPSA Match #13 is officially up on the channel! 🎯

Another local match, another chance to improve, and another step forward on the journey.

This one had a little bit of everything:
🔥 Fast stages
🎯 Stage planning
⚡ Movement and transitions
😅 A few things I'd like back
💪 Lessons to carry into the next match

Every match teaches something, and I'm always chasing cleaner runs and better execution.

👉 Question for you:

If you shoot USPSA, what's the ONE thing you're working on right now?

If you don't shoot USPSA...

Which stage looked the most fun to you? 👇

🎥 Watch the full match here: https://youtu.be/CmAtHSdRSaI

Thank you all for the continued support—it truly means a lot as I continue this journey.

From Surgery to the Shooting Range.
Faith. Discipline. Gratitude. 🙏

#USPSA #LimitedOptics #CompetitionShooting #GunTuberGrady #PracticalShooting

1 month ago | [YT] | 3

GunTuberGrady

🚴 1,000 Rides. ❤️ One New Heart. Well… An Upgraded Heart


Today I joined the Peloton Millennium Club with my 1,000th ride.

Just a couple of years ago, I was recovering from open-heart surgery, wondering what life would look like on the other side.

Today I'm here.
1,000 rides.
USPSA competition.

Chasing A Class...and eventually Master.

This milestone isn't about a number—it's proof that small, consistent effort adds up.

If you're in a tough season, keep going. Progress rarely happens overnight, but it does happen.

Faith. Discipline. Gratitude.

– GunTuberGrady

#OpenHeartSurgery #Peloton #USPSA #NeverQuit

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1 month ago | [YT] | 0

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🔥 NEW VIDEO LIVE! 🔥

USPSA Match #12 (2026) is now on the channel!

This one was a burner. ☀️

The heat was no joke, but the timer doesn't care how hot it is. Every stage was a battle to stay focused, stick to the plan, and keep pushing through the conditions.

Check out the full match footage, stage breakdowns, and lessons learned from another day in Limited Optics.

🎯 USPSA Match #12 (2026)
🔥 Burner Match in the Heat!!!
🏆 Limited Optics

Watch now and let me know:
Would the heat affect your stage plan, or would you just send it?

📺 Full video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0yGc...

From Surgery to the Shooting Range.
Faith. Discipline. Gratitude.

#USPSA #LimitedOptics #CompetitionShooting #GunTuberGrady

1 month ago | [YT] | 1

GunTuberGrady

🔥 NEW VIDEO IS LIVE! 🔥

After 1.5 years of competing in USPSA, countless dry-fire sessions, practice matches, classifiers, and learning from mistakes...

I FINALLY shot my first A Class classifier run.

🎯 81.5862%

It's not an A Class promotion yet, but it's proof that the work is paying off.

There were plenty of times when progress felt slow. Plenty of classifiers that didn't go the way I wanted. Plenty of stages where I knew I left points and time on the table.

But this run is a reminder that consistency matters.

If you're currently grinding through C Class, B Class, or chasing your own goals in USPSA, keep showing up. Keep training. Keep learning. The breakthrough may be closer than you think.

Most importantly, I want to thank Jesus Christ for every opportunity, every lesson, and every blessing along this journey. None of this would be possible without Him.

🏆 USPSA All Classifier Match #11 (2026)
🎯 First A Class Run
🔥 81.5862%

Watch the video here and let me know what classifier or match performance you're most proud of!

Faith. Discipline. Gratitude.

1 month ago | [YT] | 3