Videos tagged with Rex Applegate

This YouTube video focuses on improving pistol accuracy by addressing common shooting errors, specifically shooting low-left. The presenter introduces and demonstrates the 'Crush Grip,' a technique reportedly used by renowned shooters like Bill Jordan, Rex Applegate, and Rob Leatham. The video outlines how the grip works, provides drills to master it, and promises to help viewers tighten their shot groups without resorting to gimmicks. The description also includes a call to action for likes and subscriptions, links to the creator's social media, and a standard disclaimer regarding stock footage.

This video provides a detailed tribute to the FitzGerald Special, a historical snub-nosed revolver concept pioneered by John Henry Fitzgerald of Colt Firearms. It explains the modifications made to standard Colt revolvers to create a Fitz Special, including shortening the barrel, modifying the hammer and butt for snag-free drawing, and altering the trigger guard for quicker acquisition. The description highlights its significance as the precursor to the modern snub-nosed revolver and the prototype for the Colt Detective Special. It also mentions notable individuals who carried Fitz Specials, such as Colonels Rex Applegate and Charles Askins, and figures like Charles Lindbergh and Clyde Barrow.

This YouTube video explores the effectiveness and technique of hip-shooting with a rifle. The host emphasizes that while it requires practice, hip-shooting is a historically proven method of engagement. The video provides insights and explanations on how to perform this shooting style effectively, drawing on experience and potentially referencing classic firearms literature like Rex Applegate's 'Kill or Get Killed'. It also highlights various affiliations and sponsors relevant to the firearm community.

This audio podcast episode, hosted by Joel Persinger (The GunGuy), explores the relevance of "old school" combat shooting techniques taught by pioneers like Fairbairn, Sykes, and Rex Applegate. The discussion delves into the functional aspects of historical methods and their potential applications today, referencing seminal works such as "Shooting to Live" and "Kill or Get Killed." The episode aims to educate listeners on enduring principles of firearm proficiency.