Videos tagged with Cheek Weld

This guide details the considerations for mounting red dot sights on rifles, comparing top-mounted versus 45-degree offset configurations. Instructor Mike Odow emphasizes that while personal preference plays a role, understanding the impact on cheek weld, weapon manipulation, and effective range is crucial. The 45-degree offset offers a consistent cheek weld but has limitations at distance, while top-mounting requires adapting to a new cheek weld position.

This guide details three common rifle shooting blunders and their fixes, focusing on structural integrity and recoil management. Key takeaways include proper shoulder contact, avoiding blading or standing upright, and the correct use of the support hand to prevent over-controlling the rifle. Mastering these techniques ensures more consistent shot placement and recoil mitigation.

This guide details fundamental rifle firing techniques as demonstrated by a Gun For Hire RSO. It covers proper grip, stock placement, cheek weld, stance, loading, trigger control, and safety procedures for a safe and effective shooting experience. The instruction emphasizes a professional and encouraging approach to new shooters.

This video reviews 17 newly announced firearms, highlighting innovative features and practical applications. Key releases include the ultra-reliable Sacko ARG50GP for extreme conditions, the historically significant CMP M1 Garand, and the budget-friendly Smith & Wesson M&P22X for training. The Smith & Wesson Model 940 J-frame revolver at number seven generated significant buzz for its return after 27 years, its 9mm Luger chambering, and the elimination of the internal lock, making it economically viable for practice. The CZ 600 series is showcased with its modular Alpha model at number one, offering interchangeable barrels and a lifetime warranty at an accessible price point.

This video provides a beginner-friendly guide to properly mounting and gripping a rifle, emphasizing control through proper hand placement, body mechanics, and recoil management rather than brute force. Key techniques include positioning the support hand for stability, achieving a solid cheek weld by shrugging the shoulder, and adopting a balanced stance to absorb recoil. The instructors advocate for 'easy effort' and allowing the rifle to behave naturally, highlighting that excessive grip pressure or fighting recoil often worsens performance.

This guide details the installation of a red dot sight and magnifier combination, recommended for beginners due to its ease of use. The video emphasizes the benefits of a 1.5-inch Lower 1/3 co-witness mount for a consistent cheek weld and intuitive aiming. It highlights the simplicity of the single-dot reticle and the versatility of the magnifier for extended range engagements.

This video details the 'chop top' modification for the FN PS90 and P90 platforms by MK3 Firearms. The process involves removing the factory sight structure and machining a custom Picatinny rail directly into the receiver, creating an inset mount. This modification aims to provide a sleeker profile and, crucially, an optimal height for a proper cheek weld when mounting optics, addressing previous issues with mounts being too low.

Hunter Constantine of UN12 Magazine demonstrates the installation of the Magpul DT PR stock and K2-XL grip on an LMT rifle chambered in 6.8 SPC. The video highlights the ergonomic benefits, particularly for prone shooting and achieving a better cheek weld with thermal optics. Constantine emphasizes how the wider K2-XL grip improves comfort and trigger press consistency, comparing it to competition pistol grips.

World Champion Kyle Litzie of Tactical Hyve provides expert instruction on achieving a proper cheek weld. This technique is crucial for consistent eye alignment with optics, minimizing parallax errors, and enhancing rifle stability for better recoil control. Litzie demonstrates adjustable stock solutions and DIY methods for improvised cheek risers, emphasizing proper head positioning and consistent tension to build muscle memory for faster, more accurate shooting across various rifle platforms.

This video provides expert instruction on how to properly index a rifle for consistent shooting, emphasizing the importance of a stable shooting position. The instructor, from Weapon Snatcher, details how to achieve a correct stock weld, strong hand grip, and rear hand support to minimize sight picture shift during recoil. The techniques are demonstrated from the prone position but are applicable to other stances, with practical advice for diagnosing and correcting positional errors through drills like double taps.

This video discusses the advantages and disadvantages of using gas-operated firearms, specifically AR-15 and AR-10 platforms, in long-range shooting competitions like NRL Hunter. John Hatcher, a proponent of gas guns, explains how to optimize shooting platforms, including the critical importance of a proper cheek weld achieved with cheek risers for consistent eye placement and parallax control. He also touches on cartridge selection, optic choices, and the nuances of laser rangefinding in competitive scenarios.

This video explains the concept of parallax in firearms aiming and provides a technique to mitigate its effects. By establishing a consistent 'chipmunk cheek' weld on the rifle stock, shooters can ensure a stable point of aim, regardless of whether they are using iron sights or optics. This consistent cheek weld is crucial for accurate shot placement, especially during dynamic engagements.