2021 Texas State IDPA Championship - Carry Optics

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 discusses the perceived differences in excitement and organizational direction between USPSA and PCSL competition shooting. The speaker, Ben Stoeger, argues that PCSL feels more dynamic and open to change, citing organizational leadership and a sense of potential growth. In contrast, he criticizes USPSA's division structure, particularly the 'Limited 10' optic addition, as a sign of organizational stagnation and a failure to adapt meaningfully. He suggests USPSA's current structure is 'foundationally fucked up' with too many similar divisions and a lack of clear direction, while PCSL's divisions are more logical and its leadership appears more engaged and forward-thinking.

This video argues that all concealed carriers should participate in competitive shooting to significantly improve their defensive capabilities. The instructor, a concealed carry instructor and occasional competitor, highlights that most concealed carriers lack advanced skills due to insufficient training beyond permit classes. Competition offers a practical environment to develop crucial skills like shooting under stress, moving and shooting, engaging targets at distance, and making complex decisions, effectively serving as a 'practice gunfight' that better prepares individuals for real-world threats.

This guide details the break-in process and modifications for the Sig Sauer P211, particularly for competitive shooting. It covers addressing initial reliability issues through a break-in period and spring changes, enhancing grip safety engagement, and reducing weight to meet competition class limits. The speaker, an experienced shooter, shares personal insights on the P211's performance and suitability for competition.

This guide, presented by firearms instructor Joel Park, emphasizes that new shooters should not delay attending matches or classes due to perceived lack of skill. Key advice includes prioritizing safety, ensuring your firearm is zeroed, bringing ample supplies like ammunition and hydration, and understanding basic gun handling. The instructor highlights that the shooting community is generally welcoming to beginners, provided they adhere to safety protocols.

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 guide details a practical experiment to debunk the myth that an AR-15 round would 'blow off' an ear. The Humble Marksman demonstrates through testing with pig ears that common rifle rounds, and even heavier calibers, create clean holes rather than explosive damage on thin tissue. The expert's analysis highlights the difference between tissue interaction and ballistics gel cavitation.

This guide showcases the specialized 'Space Guns' used in Open Division competition at the Double Tap Championship. It highlights custom 2011 pistols, advanced optics like C-More RTS2 and Sig Sauer Romeo3 Max, and high-end holsters from Safariland and Double Alpha Academy. The content, presented by a seasoned competition shooter, offers insights into the gear and techniques employed in high-level shooting events.

This guide details an efficient iron sight technique, drawing on insights from 3-division USPSA Grand Master Tim Herron. It emphasizes a shift from rigid front sight focus to a more effective target-oriented approach, using the rear sight for gross aiming and the front sight for fine-tuning. This method is particularly beneficial for shooters transitioning from red dot sights.

This guide details the disassembly process for three popular 2011-style pistols: the Staccato P, Springfield Armory Prodigy, and Bul Armory SAS II Tac 4.25. It highlights differences in guide rod systems, with the Staccato P featuring a toolless system, the Bul Armory requiring a paperclip or staple, and the Springfield Armory Prodigy needing a hex wrench. Proper maintenance of the guide rod system is crucial for reliable firearm function.