Videos tagged with Firearm Technique

This video emphasizes that the specific foot placement of a shooting stance is less critical than maintaining proper structure and balance, especially during dynamic movement. The instructor advocates for a forward-leaning posture with bent knees and hips driven back, similar to a fighting stance. Activating the lats instead of the traps is highlighted as a key technique for managing recoil and reducing tension.

This instructional video from Tenicor, presented by an experienced instructor, addresses the common issue of a snagged firearm draw. It provides practical techniques for clearing snags caused by cover garments, especially when using optic-equipped pistols. The emphasis is on a direct, corrective action rather than a diagnostic pause, ensuring a faster and more reliable draw under pressure.

This video demonstrates an expert-level technique for safely and effectively shooting from inside a vehicle. The instructor, with clear authority, explains how to establish a firing point by shooting through the windshield, utilizing it as a pivot, and adapting rifle positioning for different firearm lengths. The demonstration emphasizes practical application in a self-defense scenario.

Joel Park, an experienced instructor, details how to improve handgun draw technique through focused dry fire training. He emphasizes identifying specific flaws, concentrating on one aspect at a time, and practicing consistently. The guide highlights the importance of a direct path, proper grip pressure, and relaxed finesse over brute force to achieve a faster and more accurate first shot.

This guide details the experimental technique of skipping bullets on ice, as demonstrated with a .45 ACP 1911. It emphasizes the critical role of precise angle adjustment, ice thickness, and a safe shooting environment. The experiment shows that with the correct low angle, a bullet can indeed skip off ice, creating a groove before continuing its trajectory.

This guide details the single-handed firearm draw technique, essential for scenarios where one hand is occupied. Instructor Rick from Achilles Heel Tactical emphasizes that mastering this draw is crucial for effectiveness when dealing with real-world constraints like holding a child or using a flashlight. The training philosophy promotes proficiency in both one-handed and two-handed draws to ensure readiness in any situation.

This guide, informed by USPSA Champion Ben Stoeger, details how to adjust grip pressure between polymer-framed Glocks and metal-framed 2011 pistols. Stoeger emphasizes that lighter guns like Glocks may require firmer pressure for a solid connection, while heavier 2011s benefit from a lighter touch to maximize trigger speed. The core principle is adapting your physical input to the firearm's characteristics, with grip tape being a useful aid for polymer frames.

This expert guide details a single, transformative grip adjustment – the 'crush grip' – to dramatically improve pistol accuracy, particularly for low-left shots. The technique, used by legendary shooters, involves maximizing grip pressure with non-trigger fingers to stabilize the firearm and isolate the trigger finger's movement. A structured training plan including dry fire, ball-and-dummy drills, and one-handed exercises is provided to ingrain this critical skill.

This instructional video from Gun For Hire Range focuses on the fundamental technique of trigger control for achieving better accuracy. It details how to manage the trigger press, especially on striker-fired firearms, by identifying the trigger wall, applying slow and steady rearward pressure, and managing the trigger reset. The instructor emphasizes that a slower, more relaxed trigger press leads to improved shot placement.

This video provides quick shooting technique tips focusing on grip and structure for improved repeatability. Instructor Joe from Redbeard Shooting Solutions demonstrates how a bent wrist and elbow, along with specific grip pressures, can minimize sight movement and enhance stability. The advice emphasizes individual experimentation to find what works best for each shooter.

This guide details a close-range full-auto engagement technique demonstrated by Taran Butler, comparing hip fire to aimed fire. The experiment highlights that while hip fire is faster in terms of raw engagement time, aimed fire with short bursts yields significantly better accuracy and hit quality, making it superior for effectiveness. Instruction from a world-class competitive shooter emphasizes practical application over cinematic portrayal.

This guide, presented by an experienced practitioner and EDC enthusiast, details why the 'small of the back' or 6 o'clock carry position for a concealed firearm is ill-advised. It highlights key issues including significant printing when bending, awkward and slow draw accessibility, and critical safety concerns like self-flagging and potential spinal injury from falls. The advice emphasizes prioritizing safer and more accessible carry methods.