In this episode of "Bullets n Bourbon," Brandon Alvarez, a former Ranger Regiment member with a military background in Savannah and Fort Bragg, shares his journey from military service to becoming a Grand Master (GM) in multiple shooting disciplines, including Carry Optics and Open. Alvarez discusses his reasons for joining and eventually leaving the service, reflecting on what he might have done differently. He delves into the natural abilities that contributed to his rapid progression in practical shooting, as well as the challenges he faced and how he balances dry fire with live fire training. Alvarez also provides insights into how he internally critiques his performance and approaches different levels of competition. Additionally, he talks about his training company, Broken Arrow Training, its unique offerings, and the balance he maintains between coaching others and continuing his own development as a competitor and instructor.