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@maskedslapper801

5 жыл бұрын

Hey man an eye for an eye makes the whole world blind. Good on you for being able to move on. Lord knows I couldnt.

@crystalgail2110

4 жыл бұрын

Hey... Joe. Finally found your channel great job!

@7pines77

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Joe, I am struggling to make up my mind on what scope to buy for a Savage A22 target model rifle that Im setting up for a bench rest shooting. I’m thinking I’d like an Swfa fixed power or a Vortex diamondback but can’t decide what power would be best the 50 to 150 yard range. Any help would be greatly appreciated. my price range is 300 to 400$ Thanks man

@30-06

3 жыл бұрын

Joe, I’ve been your fan for sometime but this video showed up in recommendation... and this video lead me to your videos. kzread.info/dash/bejne/ap-nlMeYoM3Ho7Q.html

@flea-kh7om

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Joe, I'd never seen this replay before. I'm 70 yrs old and live up in the mountains of Virginia. I know all to well about an eye for an eye. We are all just really glad your OK and hopefully well never have any problems from all this again Joe. We appreciate you a lot so take care. Vern

I was expecting a "You'll shoot your eye out kid" story This is just bad, glad you shared it.

@nexusisdead421

6 жыл бұрын

TAnimation channel ._. This aint Christmas story

@jerememes270

6 жыл бұрын

xD

@theblindref4u

6 жыл бұрын

We all thought that

Wow... I was floored when you told your story of the events leading up to the patch... additionally I was shocked that anyone would ask you about your eye patch. I just assume when I see an eye patch the story behind it is never going to be a happy one so I just prefer to leave it alone, and by giving us the rundown on how you ended up with yours it proves my reasoning. .. thank you for sharing such a personal part of your private life with us. I'm glad your around to make videos and to provide entertainment and info on KZread.

@weirdscience8341

4 жыл бұрын

i thought it was to keep his aiming eye keen

@billware6721

3 жыл бұрын

I’m almost embarrassed to have clicked on this. Thank you for your comments. I couldn’t have said it better.

@KathrynLiz1

2 жыл бұрын

Hear hear... my feelings too...

@elonmust7470

Жыл бұрын

toughen up, ladies.

@marvinhenderson6379

11 ай бұрын

I feel the same way, when I am out and about I see things that common sense can answer. No I don't have the exact answer but, the person was born that way, accident of some sort, fight ? .if the person I am talking with doesn't bring it up, then I will not say anything to bring about bad memories. I like your thoughts on the matter 😊

You gotta great attitude guy

@CyclopsJoeVideos

6 жыл бұрын

godzilla932 . Thanks

Hi Joe, my dad lost his eye and wore a patch for most of his life. Just glad you're OK fella as I enjoy your videos and you are a good guy. God bless ya sir.

@legal-knowledgesociety.6725

6 жыл бұрын

Hey there Joe, my name is Tj & im 35 and also ware an eye patch with about the same kind of vision through my eye as well. I have some questions about your recovery as ive only had to endure eye trama since last November 2016 from a airbag, if you have the time it would mean alot to be able to talk about how you overcame the adversitys and/or dealing with loss of depth perception. Glad to know you made it out ok from your experience and it wasnt a tribulation that forced excuses to be a victim; but rather be a stronger more put togeather man because of it. Much respect and admiration sir! Please feel free to email anytime you wish to, Thank you! T.j. Starr Joker331.ts@gmail.com

@crazy_dave_3365

6 жыл бұрын

teno guy amen

@drguy2156

6 жыл бұрын

Take care buddy.

Man that’s rough, I’m sorry to hear about your eye, sir. You have a good heart though, keep up the good content !

@tdwebste

3 жыл бұрын

I wear an eye patch, i could have had a glass eye. I was hit so hard, the impact brock my left and right jaw and top and bottom teeth, cracked my neck C6-C7. I wear my eye patch with the pride of Odin. When i cry i know i have not die. Endless tears like rain take the pain away.

BONUS!!!! You look really badass with it!!!!

@888fuxfate2

3 жыл бұрын

FAX

You're a hell of a man. God bless you.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

6 жыл бұрын

Ricopolico .Thanks man

Thanx for sharing your story bud!!!

@lil_punking9719

2 жыл бұрын

Hey I'm one of your subscribers and u should do more scope cam hunting and if you do give me a shout out my name is " japheth "

I wouldn't call it rough. I'd call it normal. I'd kill for my family.

@derrickmitchell39dm

5 жыл бұрын

As it pertains to family, Khan explained it best in the second Star Trek movie. He went on killing spree for his family.

@aholegunner

4 жыл бұрын

Rock on Sixty-Eight

@peachtree2579

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly

Thanks for sharing the story.

You didn't have to...but you did. That kind of candor is extraordinary. You're a gentleman and a scholar... And there's very few of us left. 😁

Thank you Joe for sharing your story with us ,I'm sorry that this happened to you and your a stand up guy who has an A 1 attitude about your situation, I your videos are awesome and the information you share about these products is a serious help to everyone in the firearms community, thank you

God bless your heart sir.

Wieghing in late on this. Back in 1986 I was stabbed in my right eye by some unknown drunk street person because I did not give him a $1.00 so he could by more alcohol. My right eye was so damaged that the doctors removed the lens. The eye’s cornea was also damaged plus the back of my eye close to the optic nerve was cut. As the eye healed, my vision is blurred and what I can see is at 12 degree angle. So know my right eye is in effect useless to me. Aside from a lack of depth perception the biggest hindrance is I have to shoot rifles and shotguns left handed. Not a big problem that is other then trying to find left hand rifles that I would want, so I got into the bolt action pistols like an XP100 which I can shoot right or left hand. As I reflected over the years on this assault on me and my injury from it that this was my fault for letting my guard down with my assailant. It was a lesson that I learned from, and that is to never trust strangers anymore no matter their mental state of mind.

God bless you and I'm glad you lived through the incident. I will pray for you!

I’ve been stabbed and slashed myself Joe, never shed one damn tear over it, we are stronger than we know...

Yo Joe, your story about the fight reminded me of an encounter I had. I drove a gasoline tanker for 35 years and one night about 2 AM I was in one of the badder parts of town. I was stopped, unloading about 9000 gallon of gas and was tending the lines going to the tanks in the ground at the rear of the semi. All of a sudden I heard the engine try to start. I ran to the cab and some idiot was in the drivers seat saying "How do you crank this damn thing?" I said,"What da F___K are you doing in my truck" I grabbed him by the leg (the bottom of the cab was about 6 feet off the ground) and jerked him out of the seat. He fell to the ground and smashed the back of his head against the concrete. About that time, I saw a guy come around the front of the truck, talking all kinds of trash ... really didn't make any sense ... figured he was on crack ... and then another guy comes from the rear of the tank and he has a 2x4 in his hand. I knew things had just progressed from bad to worse and the guy on the ground grabbed my legs, I hit the guy in the face with a set of keys that I always kept in my belt loop and ripped him pretty deep across his face and then the guy with the 2x4 smashed it into the back of my head. I went down and the last thing I saw was that 2x4 coming at my mouth, busting all my teeth out. I guess they gave up on trying to steal the truck ... which was kinda lucky cause if they had managed to get the truck in gear and pull off, they would have pulled the lines loose which were still dropping gas and they would have been driving off with gas pouring out all over the place. In which case, I'm afraid that I would have lit a match and tossed it and just let the flames catch up with the truck. What kind of an idiot would attempt to steal a truck that they have no idea how to even put it in gear??? Luckily there were no secondary problems except a few years of diggin' shattered pieces of the roots of my teeth from my gums. Guess I was lucky the guy who hit me in the back of the head must have hit me with the broad side of the 2x4 ... if he had hit me with the 2" side I know he would have killed me. I'm sorry that you were hurt the way you were and then the bells palsey just added insult to injury. Love your videos and you keep a great attitude, you always make me laugh and in the end ... life is still good. Stay Chilly my friend!

@CyclopsJoeVideos

6 жыл бұрын

John Miles ..Thanks for sharing your story my friend ..Lots of folks have it hard as hell . Me and you kick ass

@williamkoppos7039

2 жыл бұрын

The night is full of creatures more dangerous than imaginary vampires. I prefer to drive at night (hate traffic) and have had more run ins than I care to count. What happened to you guys is horrible. Eye for an eye indeed.

You’re an inspiration Sir. Be well.

When someone recovers from a terrible event, it is sometimes for a reason. In your case it's bringing a lot of good airgun info to us in an entertaining fashion. We're all glad you recovered, don't change a thing and keep up the good work. THANKS Joe.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Ай бұрын

Thanks for that

I went through something very similar but ended up keeping my vision. Your story is a reminder of what happened to me on a Memorial Day weekend in 2001. Basically 3 guys wanted my wallet and my truck. They got what they wanted. I was found in my camp area and then immediately taken to the emergency room. Not to compare how bad I Had it, your story made me feel so appreciative to be alive and to have what I have now. Your a very strong soul, you are an inspiration to others. As for you being a smart ass ect.... keep it up! Your good at it and your reviews on products are great.

I had that shit. I recovered about 99% I feel for you and wish you the best. Thanks so much for your videos. I am in Houston. 63 years old. I would like to meet up with you sometime.

This came up in my feed...pretty sure I've watched it before. You are a heck of a brave dude and clearly a strong person to come out of this situation without being damn bitter. As a parent, brother, and reasonable normal person, I cant understand how someone could do this to another person, let alone a child.

Honestly Joe, it makes it better that you do videos on optics with only one eye. I think it gives you a unique character

@CyclopsJoeVideos

3 жыл бұрын

Lol , thanks

I'm glad you are able to be humble enough to count your blessings after all that ! I was born in Kerrville, TX ,but I don't live in TX anymore.

I was raised by the same kind of family and went through some rough times in my early years... thanks for such a positive attitude ...your a cool dude... i wouldn't trade my upbringing or tough experiences for anything...it all made me who I am today... much love to you brother...

@ianmangham4570

2 жыл бұрын

Snowflake ❄

You should be a comedian with how you respond to questions I die laughing and really enjoy your videos.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

6 жыл бұрын

James Levi ...Thanks Man

@joshuagibson2520

3 жыл бұрын

You really should consider stand up. Listen to what Joey Diaz says about it. You're an everymans man and just good ole common folk like the rest of us. People would love your funny ass.

Wow, I'm glad you took the time to explain this. I just figured childhood accident or something work related! Thanks Joe!!

Good morning Joe !!!!You are very big, with or without patch, thanks for sharing, I know it would have been difficult in your life, but every day you are bigger for me. A big hug and we will continue at the foot of the canyon.

Yup. Family roots from East Texas, graveyard in Jacksonville full of my kinfolks and there's an empty hole waitin' for me there as well.

Hey Joe, I wanted to say you're a real inspiration. I had experiences in my early life that caused irreparable damage to my teeth. I struggle to show my smile to this day because people make judgments. My family is similarly rough and tough and recently I was attacked while out camping and shooting airgun content. My car was shot full of holes. I have PTSD and it was triggering, I rolled out of my camper and dumped a magazine into my attacker's truck tailgate as they sped off. I hope I never find out who attacked me because I've got some choice feelings towards them. I really appreciate your confidence and how much of an inspiration you are to the community.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man ! Keep in trucking Bro

Your story is touching and your so forgiving.

So much positivity. God bless!

Wow. Just saw this video. My prayers are with you. I appreciate the time you take reviewing scopes, been a HUGE help to me. I also have vision issues (genetic) and don’t see well out of my left eye so I understand protecting what you have left! You’re an encouragement. Thank you. Dave M.-N. Carolina

God bless you Joe.

GOD bless You! I just recently found You but I’m glad I did. I spent twenty years in a wheelchair from a botched surgery on my broken back. The doctor ( I use the term very loosely) went in at the wrong level and almost completely cut the nerves to my legs. I’m 64 and have been damaged over half my life. I’m an East Texas boy myself. My nose has been broken so many times that it’s in a different spot each year in the school yearbooks. Fighting, football, accidents and just being a young man in a beautiful part of the world. I had a few small strokes that robbed me of math, guitars and short term memory. My previous doctor told me I’d be back in the chair for good in ten years. It’s been almost fourteen since He said that! I’m gonna use these legs and fall down stairs and over my own feet. You have a great personality and outlook on life. That’s the Texan in You. We have to go on. Period. Wallowing in self pity is loss. We have things to do! You take care big MAN! I really appreciate what You do for Us. Thank You Sir!

@CyclopsJoeVideos

2 жыл бұрын

You take care too man !!

Thank you for sharing your story The way you deal with adversity, how you dealt with your fears and have moved forward doing what you like and helping others is remarkable. Blessings all the way from Chile

I understand all to well Joe. A year ago now, I got Bell's Palsy in the right side of my face. Doc said most of the time, it goes away. Sometimes it doesn't. I'm the sometimes. Darn it. Good thing I shoot left handed so I can use my left eye. But now, a couple months ago, carpel tunnel came back to left hand, making it hard to use my trigger hand. Oh goody. Besides left hip fixed, right hip getting worse exercising left hip and L2 fubared. And I worked hard and honest all my life for this? Some payback. Oh well, we do the best we can with what we got.

@sarvman

6 жыл бұрын

And if you have Salvation through Jesus, you will find all those things gone shortly after you arrive in Heaven.

@eagleviewhd

5 жыл бұрын

I had Bells Palsy twice. Once on left side and once on right side. Still affect my left eye. Had carpel tunnel also. Thought I was having a heart attack, left arm felt like it was being squeezed in a vice. A doctor prescribed a wrist brace that held my left wrist up at an angle. It would relieve the pain and in a few months all my carpel tunnel pain went away completely.

Thank you for sharing your story. One eye or not, I hope someday I can shoot half as good as you. Your videos help me alot

You are literally one of the most likable people I've ever seen. I imagine that I'm not the only one here who is appreciative of your willingness to share your story. It seems that you sincerely care for others (us strangers even). That is a quality (in the literal sense of the word) which makes it very easy to care for you as well. Okay... Enough mush for now. Go shoot somethin' Black Beard! Thanks for the teachings. Thanks for your time, Marc

@CyclopsJoeVideos

6 жыл бұрын

Skippi Names ..Thanks for that Marc ! A Buddy who has a really good KZread channel told me to just be yourself .

Arrrr! I coulda swore it was on the other eye!

Hi joe ur a goodman and im glad that u made it through that

My family is the same way. I have three brothers and if someone did that to me they would be on the hunt. Love your videos keep on keeping on. Have a blessed day

I was sucker punched by a fire chief of a major city and lost a few teeth, I know who did it. Long story short I couldn't prove he hit me and his lawyer wanted to sue me for defamation of character. Talk about frustration!!!!! It's really hard to let it go. Your attitude is amazing, I can learn from you. Thank you!

Earned yourself a sub with this one. I'm a lapsed airgunner myself, and hope to get back out again soon. Luckily some of my favorite air guns are still in their cases waiting on me.

You should get a custom eye patch, American flag Etc 👍

Your a good man joe, you dad would be proud!!! The patch is part of who you are, I like it.

Thanks for your story, Joe. Many prayers for you brother from a one-eyed retired judge here in Central Texas.

Hey Joe! Much love from Cypress, Texas.

@BrockNessMonster1991

6 жыл бұрын

Markie - same here, from Beaumont Tx

@justinlegge9099

4 жыл бұрын

League city, Texas thanks you brother for all your advice on scopes . Plus you’re funny as hell!! Great attitude and keep up the good work.

Im so sorry that happened to you i like ur videos to

I would absolutely protect my right eye. I think we all take stuff for granted. I think you are fantastic and have a great channel. I have bought a lot of scopes from watching your videos

I have a friend that where’s an eye patch, always wondered what happened. I would never ask him. I appreciate you being so open. My dad shot a couple toes off, decades ago. He doesn’t like anyone to know. I was messed up in Iraq. I used to be uncomfortable talking about it, not anymore. Now, when I hear people talking about my differences, it’s not as hurtful, if at at all. Everybody is coping with something, but attitude is everything!

@CyclopsJoeVideos

3 жыл бұрын

Well said my friend

Thanks for letting everybody know, sure sorry that happened to you fella, but you can't keep a good man down, i enjoy your videos very much, keep up the good work!

Sad to hear that story but unfortunately we have bullies 👈 in this world we live in ... I tell you bro karma is a big bitch sooner or later nobody gets off that easy 👈 I know karma very well and seen her work her thing .. I was always bullied on 👈 for some reason I became a boxer and mma fighter 👈 retired I will never have that problem as long as I’m alive 👈 bless your good Hart because I can tell you that you are a good person 👈👍 I don’t judge any book by its cover 👈or race ethnic category 👈

I couldn't help but wonder, and before you made this video I imagined you had lost it from an errant BB ricochet. Thanks for making this video, your open attitude is inspiring.

You have such great spirit man I hate that happened to you. I can amagine you're family's anger when that happened. Nothing like family to have your back!

I'm sorry to here that Joe glade your good brother

Just subribed wow

This is a very sad story to hear Joe. This popped up in my feed and I thoeit was new. But from 1500 subs to just over 90k in 5 years! Here's hoping the best has yet to come for you!

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Thanks man . I appreciate that

Great story. Crazy stuff life slings at us for sure.

You look like Big Boss from MGS with the eye patch.

Damn shame. Good you keep going.

You are an inspiration bro for anyone who needs to be more thankful to God for what all He has blessed us with. May you stay happy and prosper and keep enlightening us with all the good stuff that you share on this channel. Stay Blessed.

One thing I totally respect is an honest man. Thanks for sharing! God bless you. Not that this was any of my dang business I just figured "you shot your eye out" Ha!! By the way, I love your little dog!

I say we all go on a man hunt

@jackdooley8732

6 жыл бұрын

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@chevysilver-ray-dough6328

6 жыл бұрын

Religion is poison save a spot for me

@nobeltnium

6 жыл бұрын

i'm in

Did they go to jail?🙊

@frankyalvarez7160

6 жыл бұрын

Elitgamer Boss did they die?!?!

I got one too. Lost my sight in left eye due to Glaucoma, the result of a dirt clod hitting my eye when I was a youngster. Gee, so sorry about your beating and so glad you got your life get back on track which is evident from the greatness of your videos..

Hey Joe, u sound like one of the nicest guys on this planet and with the heart of a lion. Thank you for the good sh*t u always provide us. God bless your soul Joe.

@CyclopsJoeVideos

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that Errol ! Made my day 🍻

I lost my left eye in 2010 aged 17. Completely self inflicted when building a bonfire. I usually wear sunglasses but I’ve got a really nice leather patch. Thing is I feel more self conscious wearing the patch so I never do. It’s nice to see your self confidence.

Oh wow! Despite your tough history and all the things you've been through, you seem to be a very calm and humble guy. I'm touched - thanks for sharing! 🙂👍

LOVE YOUR HONESTY; IT TAKES A BIG MAN TO TALK ABOUT THESE THINGS GOD BLESS! LITTLE BARK OFF THE TREE .I CAN UNDER STAND THE WAY YOU TALK AND EXPLAIN DIFFERENT SUBJECTS THANKS FOR YOUR HELP " KEEP IT REAL"

Damn that sucks but I’m glad you shared such a personal experience with us. I truly believe you have an awesome channel. Bless you Sir

You somehow reached out and you Touched a whole lot of “ real man” who are no ashamed of their feelings, thank you for being humble and sharing .

I'm sorry all that happened to you. Your positive attitude is wonderful. God bless you sir and thanks for the review on a Leupold scope on how I found your channel.

Huge respect for being so openly…human. I have subscribed.

Thanks for sharing your story I'm 41 years old now but when I was 30 I got jumped by 8 guys I fought them for 45 minutes ended up with every rib broke my body broke my nose is laying on the side of my face and when it was all said and done I was looking at the last few seconds a coward's life in my mind's eye this guy was dead the scariest thing is known that you can kill somebody the hardest thing is forgiving myself for not cuz it came down to my life or theirs thank God nobody died I spent years with nightmares of that night I even suffer from PTSD I find out the more I talk about it the better I feel thank you for sharing your story I'm a tough strong man but I cried hearing your stoty I never cried when my Grandpa died he was pretty much my dad thank you and God bless you

@CyclopsJoeVideos

6 жыл бұрын

Donald Gay .thank you donald

You are truly a beautiful person with a great disposition. God bless you as he has blessed all of us with you and your channel. Much Love brother! ❤️🙏🙏🙏❤️

@CyclopsJoeVideos

2 жыл бұрын

Thank You

I have to admit that I got a little choked up watching this. I have been through something similar as far as facial nerve function loss and looking different than most people because of a flesh graft to my cheek and neck. Thanks for sharing this with your viewers, including me. Please do not misunderstand, I don't pity you. On the contrary, I'd be honored to shake your hand. You stated in a video about fixed power scopes, a video I enjoyed a lot, that you are a person who looks different and thinks different. That's much the same the way that I feel about myself. Congrats for carrying on, being a down to earth guy, and contributing to my knowledge. Any day we are not pushing up daisies, is a great day!

@CyclopsJoeVideos

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for that

My man you have the best attitude I gave ever seen. This world needs more guys like you. Goo bless you!

@CyclopsJoeVideos

Жыл бұрын

Thank You

Respect Joe! You are a better man than me! A beating like that would have consumed me with vengeance. The fact you could take such a calm introspective view shows what a realistic dude you are. well done man!

@CyclopsJoeVideos

6 жыл бұрын

captainboing . Thank you.

Hiya Joe I grew up in Huntsville...I'm DFW rat now...I do like your videos... be safe brother!

You're a great example of a positive attitude. God bless you!

@CyclopsJoeVideos

6 жыл бұрын

smuckwap ..Thank you

A similar thing happened to me, i was lucky. My bells palsy onky lasted 16 days. But its some of the scariest and most annoying days of my life. I had a patch but thankfully, i got my movement back. I feel for u man. Amazing video, keep it up

Thank you Joe! Semper Fi!

thanks for sharing. The patch is bad ass and makes the vids better. Gives personality to the vids and character . Ive even shared these vids with my wife because we have the same accent. TX is the best state in the country...

TY Your a great guy and I enjoy your vids. Keep up the good work. Your a good example of what a good Chrisitian should be.

GREAT TESTIMONY....Thank you

You deal with the negative stuff in a positive way. I admire and respect that. Thanks for taking the time to tell your history.

I wish you the best health and cure in your life! Thanks for the story.

I have the same as you bells. I can't shout one had it since I was 25 now 70 years old. Peaple think I'm winky at them I think I'll get a psych like you Joe god bless your

You are an awesome person. Thank you for taking time out of your day for us

Bless you !

You made me cry with the story

Wow... I can't believe that people actually just straight up ask you or anyone else, something that's so personal!!! But YOU ARE THE MAN, Joe and F**K the guys that would do something like this to anyone. I love your sense of humor and is one of the major reasons I love your channel so much!!! Love it even more, NOW!!!

You are an amazing individual and so glad to hear that you have comes to terms much more easy from such a horrible and tramautic injury . I have subscribed to your channel on the first day of viewing your video. They are in depth , easily understood and very informative. God Bless you and Family.

Thank you Joe and GOD BLESS

i love your videos thank you

Your a Strong, Humble Man... Thank You for sharing your story... It will help others...

@CyclopsJoeVideos

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks man

Keep on keepin on Joe! love your reviews.

What a man! Awesome, takes guts to share something so personal. God bless you.