Videos tagged with Paper Plate Target

This video emphasizes using a paper plate as a target to focus on hitting the vital triangle, rather than precise bullseye accuracy. Instructor John G. Johnson suggests a drill involving loading five rounds, firing them, and evaluating shot groups. The goal is to build confidence and fundamental shooting skills applicable to various firearms, from small pistols to carbines, and includes practicing magazine drops.

This video from NRA Publications offers advice for beginner shooters on target selection. Instructor Kevin suggests using familiar, non-intimidating targets like paper plates or 3x5 index cards to reduce anxiety for new shooters. This approach aims to make the shooting experience more comfortable by introducing less threatening visual elements.

John G. Johnson, a firearms instructor from Cape Coral, Florida, outlines a crucial defensive accuracy drill. He emphasizes that defensive accuracy means hitting a paper plate at any engagement distance, with challenges increasing beyond seven yards. The core of the drill involves mastering trigger press, maintaining a level gun, and trusting sight alignment, advocating for practice at increasing distances to build proficiency. Johnson suggests starting with a slow cadence and focusing on the front sight post, ultimately aiming for the vital triangle rather than just the bullseye.