Videos tagged with Muzzle Management

This drill, demonstrated with a Sig Sauer P226 at 40 yards, focuses on improving trigger discipline through self-analysis. By loading a single round and removing the magazine, shooters can practice controlled trigger presses and observe for anticipation or flinching on a subsequent dry-fire pull after the action cycles. It's a simple yet effective method for identifying and correcting common trigger control issues.

This video from SIG SAUER Academy, presented by NSSF, breaks down the core fundamentals of pistol shooting for new shooters. The instruction emphasizes that these fundamentals are objective and performance-based, applicable to all skill levels. Key takeaways include stabilizing the muzzle on the target using sights as a reference and maintaining strict trigger finger discipline to avoid disturbing the muzzle during the shot.

Richard Schmidt, USCCA Training Manager and Certified Instructor, emphasizes that marksmanship is the foundation of all shooting disciplines. He defines it as reliably and consistently hitting a target. The core components are muzzle management and trigger finger discipline, ensuring the muzzle remains aligned with the target during the trigger pull. Solid fundamentals are crucial for success in competition, self-defense, and hunting.

This guide, presented by Kevin Michalowski, Director of Content for USCCA, outlines best practices for temporarily storing a firearm in a vehicle. It emphasizes using secure portable safes and prioritizing safety during administrative handling and re-holstering. The instruction highlights the critical importance of trigger discipline and muzzle awareness to prevent accidental discharges.

This training tip from Larry Vickers of Vickers Tactical focuses on the critical technique of performing tactical turns. He emphasizes leading with the head for situational awareness, proper footwork pivoting on the ball of the foot, and efficient muzzle control. The guide recommends extensive dry fire practice before live fire application.

This "Into the Fray" episode discusses the legal ramifications faced by St. Louis homeowners Mark and Patricia McCloskey after they defended their property with firearms during a protest. The couple, armed with an AR-15 and a pistol, confronted protesters who allegedly broke through a gate. The video emphasizes that any use of a firearm for self-defense, even if justified, will lead to intense scrutiny of actions such as trigger discipline, muzzle control, and tactical positioning. It highlights the need for a plan to deal with authorities and legal consequences after such an incident, promoting the USCCA as a resource for legally armed citizens.

This video from 'Into the Fray' (Episode 243) focuses on tactical concepts for getting close to a threat before engaging, particularly in crowded environments like places of worship. It emphasizes target isolation, muzzle management, and understanding that closing the distance can make a defender an easier target for neutralizing a shooter. The content is presented in conjunction with the US Concealed Carry Association (USCCA), promoting their mission and membership benefits related to self-defense and firearm education.

This video details advanced firearms training at the Sig Sauer Academy, focusing on shoot house navigation and decision-making under stress. It emphasizes trigger discipline, muzzle management, target discrimination, and the challenges of shooting from a moving vehicle. The training aims to build confidence and preparedness for real-world scenarios, highlighting the importance of mindset and thought processes beyond just marksmanship.

The Walk Back Drill, credited to Todd Green of PistolTraining.com, is a fundamental handgun accuracy exercise. It involves shooting five rounds at a 3x5 card at increasing distances, starting at 3 yards and moving back one yard at a time after each successful string of fire. The drill emphasizes basic fundamentals like muzzle management and trigger finger discipline, resetting to 3 yards upon missing the target to reinforce these skills.

This video demonstrates the Circle Drill, a firearm training exercise developed by George Harris, designed to enhance speed and accuracy. Instructor Steve Fisher of USCCA guides participants through firing 36 rounds at a cadence of one second per round, emphasizing trigger control, muzzle management, and consistent front sight acquisition. The drill aims to develop a feel for shot cadence and improve hit probability in the target's center circle.

This drill, presented by Kevin Michalowski of Concealed Carry Magazine, focuses on the technique of transitioning a firearm from a dominant hand to a non-dominant hand. It emphasizes maintaining a master firing grip, proper hand placement on the tang, and strict trigger finger discipline throughout the maneuver. The drill is designed to be practiced dry with a cleared firearm or blue gun, ensuring safety while building proficiency for potential self-defense scenarios.

This 2017 USCCA Expo interview features George Harris and Kevin Michalowski discussing essential firearm safety practices. Key topics covered include muzzle management and trigger-finger discipline, emphasizing their importance in everyday situations and training. The video promotes the USCCA's mission to educate gun owners and protect its members, encouraging viewers to subscribe and join their community for educational content and self-defense resources. Several links are provided for free resources like concealed carry guides and magazines.