2017 USPSA Optics National championship Hwansik Kim

This guide prepares new shooters for their first competitive match by detailing essential safety protocols and range procedures. It emphasizes proper firearm handling outside the safe area, correct procedures within the safe area for loading and holstering, and adherence to Range Officer commands. Key takeaways include maintaining muzzle discipline, understanding the 180-degree rule, and being prepared to clear malfunctions independently. Following these steps ensures a safe and positive first match experience.

This guide details how to approach a Glock GSSF competition, emphasizing its focus on accuracy over speed. It covers understanding scoring, stage execution, and familiarization with specific Glock models like the Gen 6. The speaker, an experienced hobbyist, shares insights from their first GSSF match, highlighting the differences from other shooting sports and the supportive environment with on-site Glock armor and instructors.

This video follows a USPSA competitor as they focus on improving their shooting technique during a match. Key areas of focus include adopting a lower stance, prioritizing visual lead over speed, and developing a consistent stage plan. The competitor also highlights the importance of avoiding procedural errors and emphasizes the value of dry-fire practice for refinement. The content offers practical insights for intermediate-level competitive shooters looking to enhance their performance.

This video documents a USPSA match day, highlighting the shooter's progression towards B class and their goal of achieving A class within 12 months. Key takeaways include focusing on consistency, speed, and accuracy, refining appendix carry techniques with a CZ Shadow 2 Limited Optics pistol, and learning crucial match procedures like 'calibration' for equipment malfunctions. The shooter emphasizes the importance of continuous practice, dry firing, and learning from each competition to improve overall skill level.

This video features a review and practical application of the Holosun 407 Comp Gold Dot optic by professional competition shooter Hunter Constantine. The review highlights the benefits of the large 6 MOA gold dot for colorblind individuals and for faster target acquisition. A 12-round double Mozambique drill is performed to demonstrate the optic's speed and effectiveness in a competitive shooting scenario.

This video documents a competitor's first all-classifier USPSA match where they decided to run appendix carry from concealment due to forgetting their outside-the-waistband belt. Despite initial uncertainty and a debate about switching divisions, they prioritized their long-term goal of reaching 'A' class in Limited Optics. The match provided valuable practice for appendix carry with a heavier firearm and highlighted the importance of consistent performance and understanding classifier scoring, even after making mistakes.

This video emphasizes that 80% of recoil management is vision-focused, not mechanical. Instructor Hwansik Kim demonstrates drills to improve visual tracking and intensity, showing how to visually guide the body's response to recoil. Key techniques include focusing on the target spot, rapid sight re-acquisition, and developing aggressive visual intent to drive the firearm back on target.

This video focuses on the 2017 IPSC World Championship, specifically highlighting the Walther PPQ Q5 Match pistol. It showcases this firearm in a competitive shooting environment, likely demonstrating its performance and capabilities during the event. The content is aimed at enthusiasts of competitive shooting, particularly those interested in the PPQ Q5 Match and IPSC events.

This review of the Walther Q5 Match SF pistol highlights its steel frame construction, which offers improved weight balance and a higher grip compared to polymer models. The firearm features an extended Picatinny rail, an enlarged magwell, and aggressive serrations for enhanced handling. The trigger is noted for its crisp 5.8 lb pull and a very short, firm 0.1-inch reset, facilitating rapid follow-up shots. Ammunition testing demonstrates its capability in drills like the doubles drill, achieving sub-0.20 second splits and tight groupings.

This video details two essential trigger control drills for firearms training: Trigger Calibration and Gradual Trigger Control. The Trigger Calibration drill focuses on understanding trigger weight and maintaining sight stability even with excessive force, emphasizing trigger finger isolation and a straight rearward pull. The Gradual Trigger Control drill emphasizes the importance of a quick and complete trigger reset, crucial for rapid follow-up shots, and advocates for resetting the trigger far enough to ensure reliable engagement.