Videos tagged with Reload Technique

This video documents a USPSA Limited Optics classifier match featuring the CZ Shadow 2. The shooter focuses on improving footwork, transitions, and maintaining a sense of urgency throughout the stages. Key takeaways include the importance of aiming for specific points within the A-zone for accuracy, the impact of ammunition reliability (specifically light primer strikes with Belom 124gr), and the challenges of achieving a desired classification, ultimately resulting in a C-class rating. The shooter emphasizes continuous training and learning from mistakes to improve performance.

This video details two firearm training drills: a dynamic movement drill and a static drill called the 'All Hands Drill' developed by Ernest Langden. The dynamic drill emphasizes efficient movement, entering and exiting shooting positions, and speed. The 'All Hands Drill' focuses on developing proficiency in both strong and support hand shooting, as well as overall firearm manipulation and reloads. Key takeaways highlight the importance of grip, vision, and efficient movement for improving performance.

This video compares two aggressive reload techniques during an uprange movement. The instructor analyzes the 'one-to-two step reload' versus a 'drop mag and pull' method, measuring the time difference between the second and third shots. While both methods yielded close results, the 'drop mag and pull' technique, focusing on aggressive movement first, was slightly faster in this test.

This video explains the AR-15's magazine release system, highlighting its intuitive design for rapid, one-handed magazine changes. It details the three core components: the magazine catch, spring, and button, and contrasts it with other platforms like the AK-47 and MP5. The presenter argues the AR-15's system, designed by Eugene Stoner, remains superior due to its simplicity and efficiency, though acknowledges potential drawbacks of the milspec button in certain conditions.

This video details a shooter's experience at an IDPA match using Kimber 2K11 Comp pistols. The shooter encounters several malfunctions, including trigger issues (dead trigger, stuck trigger) and failures to go into battery after reloads. Through troubleshooting with squadmates and observation, the primary issues are identified as shooter error related to grip safety engagement and potential magazine spring weakness, rather than inherent firearm defects. The video emphasizes the importance of local matches for identifying and resolving such problems before major competitions.

Firearms expert Jonathan Ferguson from the Royal Armouries demonstrates the correct magazine reload technique for the L85A3 rifle. He highlights the importance of using the thumb to depress the magazine catch through the dedicated cutaway, a method made necessary by the protective steel shroud added to prevent accidental magazine release. This contrasts with unrealistic in-game animations that fail to account for the shroud's design.

This review of the Stenzel Industries SAK-21, presented with critical objectivity and technical detail by Micah Mayfield, highlights its modernized AK-style platform chambered in 7.62x39mm. The firearm features an innovative short-stroke gas piston system and oversized controls designed for rapid manipulation and reloads, achieving an average reload time of 3.35 seconds. However, the review also points out significant issues with magazine reliability, potential trigger slap under specific conditions, and a high MSRP of $4,000, questioning its overall value proposition compared to established alternatives.

This guide outlines strategies for competing in an IDPA match, specifically within the Carry Optics division. It covers stage planning, adherence to division rules like magazine capacity, effective reloading techniques, and equipment checks. The insights are derived from an experienced competitive shooter's performance analysis during a match, emphasizing self-critique and continuous improvement.

This video details Joe Farewell's '4-Way Reload' dryfire drill, crucial for USPSA competition preparation. It emphasizes mastering reloads during forward, backward, and lateral movement, focusing on efficient vision shifts and grip mechanics. The drill utilizes weighted and plastic training magazines to simulate match conditions and improve speed and consistency.

This video demonstrates the assembly of the T.REX ARMS Sidecar holster, highlighting its modular hinge system. It then transitions into a practical dry fire drill, showcasing concealed carry draw techniques from an appendix position, target engagement, and simulated reloads, all facilitated by the Range Day app. The instruction comes from Lucas Botkin of T.REX ARMS, indicating a high level of demonstrated proficiency.

This analysis from Active Self Protection breaks down a critical incident involving Denver Police responding to a barricaded suspect with hostages. Experts John Correia and Mike Willever provide high-level insights into tactical entry, the importance of Pistol Mounted Lights, potential 'training scars' in reloading, and critique medical response and equipment failures. The content is geared towards advanced understanding of law enforcement tactics and performance under extreme stress.

This video compares the reload speed of a Glock 19 against a 2011 platform, specifically the Jacob Gray Hex. The presenter finds the 2011 platform generally faster for reloads, though not significantly enough to impact overall performance in their assessment. The Glock 19 is noted as being more familiar to the presenter.