IDPA 05 13 2014

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 video details a modification to a CZ P110 by replacing the stock recoil spring with an 8-lb spring and testing its performance with 115-grain ammunition during a competition. The shooter emphasizes thorough lubrication and the importance of reliable firearm function for competitive success. The video also touches on the break-in period for new firearms and the shooter's focus on improving fundamental shooting mechanics.

This video provides a comprehensive guide on how to find local shooting matches using the Practiscore website. It emphasizes the importance of practical skill development over gear acquisition and explains how competition shooting fosters accountability and exposes weaknesses. The guide details navigating Practiscore, searching for matches by location or type, and understanding the registration process for various shooting disciplines.

This video showcases the Shadow Systems CR920 Foundation Series pistol being fired at 25 yards using a one-handed grip. The shooting takes place in negative weather conditions, adding a layer of difficulty and realism to the demonstration. The focus is on the performance of the pistol under challenging circumstances, highlighting its capabilities.

This video, titled 'January 2, 2026,' appears to focus on a Glock target pistol based on the description. While no specific model is mentioned, the content will likely involve the Glock firearm family, potentially showcasing its use for target shooting. Given the limited information, the video's depth and production quality are difficult to ascertain, but it caters directly to enthusiasts of Glock firearms and target shooting.

This video details the experience of using a minimalist briefcase-style range bag for a local shooting match. The instructor demonstrates how to pack essential gear, including a 2011 pistol, and highlights the convenience of a smaller bag compared to a traditional large range bag. Key takeaways include the importance of engaging the grip safety on 2011 pistols and the practical considerations for carrying gear during competition.

Preston Moore, demonstrating high expertise, provides an analytical assessment of a Criterion CORE series barrel after 15,000 rounds. He details significant internal wear, including throat erosion and fire cracking, using specialized tools like borescopes and erosion gauges. Despite the degradation, the barrel still produced surprisingly acceptable groups with specific ammunition, highlighting its durability and the importance of testing worn components.

This video provides an in-depth review and accuracy test of a Ballistic Advantage AR-15 barrel. The presenter, Preston Moore, details the barrel's specifications, including its Hensley profile, 16-inch length, mid-length gas system, and 1:7 twist rate. He conducts extensive live-fire testing with four different ammunition types at 100 yards, meticulously recording group sizes, velocities, and rifle stability scores using advanced equipment. The results are compared against Ballistic Advantage's sub-MOA guarantee, offering practical insights into the barrel's real-world performance.

This video provides an in-depth accuracy test of the Sons of Liberty Gunworks 16-inch SPR barrel, featuring unique polygonal rifling and a 5/8x24 thread pitch. The instructor conducts 30-shot groups with various ammunition types, meticulously recording data on velocity, rifle stability, and group size using advanced metrics like the A-ZED score. The results demonstrate exceptional accuracy, positioning the barrel favorably against competitors.

This video provides a detailed comparison of two BCM ELW (Extreme Lightweight) barrels, examining their manufacturing consistency and on-range performance. The presenter conducts thorough bench inspections, including gauging, weighing, and borescope analysis, highlighting potential manufacturing variations. Live-fire testing involves 30-shot groups at 100 yards with various ammunition types to assess accuracy, velocity, and consistency, offering insights into the practical performance of these lightweight barrels.