Videos tagged with Handgun Technique

This video by John G. Johnson, a firearms instructor, simplifies pistol accuracy into three core components: Hold, Control, and Press. He emphasizes that shooting is more mental than physical and that mastering these three elements will make accuracy achievable. The instruction covers proper grip techniques, including hand placement and thumb positioning, to ensure stability and control. It also details a smooth trigger press, contrasting it with a detrimental 'pull,' and introduces methods for engaging core muscles to further stabilize the firearm during the shot.

This video features Ben Stoeger, a recognized expert in competitive shooting, discussing fundamental handgun techniques. He emphasizes the importance of grip stability and proper sight picture over potentially destabilizing cues like pointing thumbs. Stoeger advises focusing on a precise visual point on the target and allowing the body to naturally align with it, a method he learned from figures like Matt Pranka. The discussion also touches on the effectiveness of different training methods and the common pitfalls in firearms instruction found online.

This video demonstrates a simulated self-defense scenario within a vehicle, focusing on the practicalities of drawing and firing a handgun from the back seat of an Uber. The instructor, exhibiting experienced authority, highlights the challenges of firearm presentation due to window interference and the physical effects of firing through glass, such as air displacement and fragmentation. The session emphasizes the importance of PPE and offers insights into effective techniques for vehicle-based self-defense.

This guide details one-handed malfunction clearing techniques, emphasizing the advantages of revolvers for individuals with limited hand mobility. The Yankee Marshal, an established firearms commentator, highlights how revolvers simplify clearing 'bad rounds' with a simple trigger pull, contrasting it with the more complex slide manipulation required for semi-automatic pistols. This technique is crucial for maintaining operational capability under stress.

This video demonstrates a defensive shooting technique from a retention position, challenging the common belief that visual sight alignment is always necessary. The instructor, a professional firearms expert, explains and demonstrates the use of tactile indices like the thumb pectoral index, locked wrist, and high elbow to confirm aim. Live fire results show consistent accuracy from retention, highlighting an advanced skill for close-range engagements.

This video showcases Lena Miculek, a professional competition shooter, executing a USPSA-style stage at the Race Gun Nationals 2025. It highlights her expert-level stage planning, high-speed target transitions, and efficient movement, emphasizing the mental game of competitive shooting. The Sig Sauer P320 competition build used features a red dot optic, compensator, and specialized components for optimal performance.

The teacup grip on a revolver is deemed acceptable by TheYankeeMarshal. While some argue it reduces control, the instructor suggests that for small revolvers, the level of control offered by this grip is sufficient. The primary valid argument against the teacup grip relates to potential malfunctions in semi-automatic firearms, where hand placement could interfere with escaping energy, but this concern is not applicable to revolvers.

This guide details using the Ruger GP100 revolver, specifically the 3-inch barrel variant, as an underrated bear defense option. It emphasizes the critical role of heavy, hard-cast .357 Magnum ammunition like Buffalo Bore 180gr for deep penetration. The instruction highlights practical carry considerations with appropriate holsters and the importance of practicing with potent loads for effective defense against large, dangerous game.

This guide details strategies for competitive pistol shooting, specifically within USPSA, using a Glock 45 Gen 6. It covers stage analysis, target prioritization, and specialized techniques like strong-hand/support-hand shooting, drawing on insights from experienced competitors like Marco. The focus is on optimizing performance within division rules to achieve better match results.

This guide outlines basic handgun shooting techniques demonstrated during a tactical range session. It emphasizes proper grip, sight alignment using a red dot optic, trigger control, and follow-through, all within a framework of strict range safety protocols. The instruction appears to be from an independent investigator with tactical experience.

This guide, drawing on insights from firearms instructor Joel Park, details how to achieve a proper handgun grip for enhanced control. It covers addressing support hand contact issues on smaller frames, methods for increasing grip diameter, and the philosophy of applying consistent pressure across the entire hand. Park, a recognized instructor and competitive shooter, also advises against common grip errors like placing the index finger on the trigger guard.

This guide details the correct "over-the-top" press check technique for handguns, as demonstrated by former CIA officer Jason Hanson. It emphasizes crucial firearm safety, particularly avoiding muzzling one's own hand during the manipulation. Proper technique ensures safe and effective verification of the chamber's status.