Live from the Range.

Published on June 9, 2018
Duration: 21:44

This live range session features firearms instructor and competitive shooter Lena Miculek demonstrating various firearms and techniques. She discusses and shoots the Thompson Center TCR22 with a Vortex Venom red dot, an M&P 15 for 3-gun competition with a Vortex Razor optic and JM trigger, and a PCC (Pistol Caliber Carbine) for economical training. Miculek also touches on her preferred carry gun, the M&P Compact, and her competition shotgun, a Mossberg 930, highlighting specific ammunition choices and modifications for performance and control.

Quick Summary

Lena Miculek, a seasoned firearms instructor, shares insights from a live range session, discussing firearms like the TCR22, M&P 15, and PCC. She highlights preferred gear such as Vortex red dots and JM triggers, and recommends specific ammunition like Hornady Steel Match for competition.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Live from the Range Intro
  2. 01:02Shooting the TCR22 Rifle
  3. 01:38Live Ammunition in a Tumbler?
  4. 02:46Discussing the S&W 5904
  5. 03:04Lucas Bore Solvent & Sonic Cleaner
  6. 03:44Reloading Kit for Beginners
  7. 04:15Preferred Pistol Sights: Vortex Red Dots
  8. 04:39Favorite Shotgun: Mossberg 930
  9. 05:21TCR22 Speed Drills
  10. 07:11M&P 15 for 3-Gun Competition
  11. 07:32JM Trigger & Compensator
  12. 07:54Hearing Protection Importance
  13. 08:41Rifle Chambering Safety Tip
  14. 09:44S&W M&P 2.0 Series Discussion
  15. 10:01Brooks Barrel & Hornady Ammo
  16. 10:28Binary Trigger Discussion
  17. 10:45Semi-Automatic Handgun Speed
  18. 11:15PCC Gun for Training
  19. 11:28Caldwell Brass Catcher
  20. 13:40Opinion on Steel Cased Ammo
  21. 14:021911 vs. Glock Preference
  22. 14:13Current Carry Gun: M&P Compact
  23. 16:32M&P 9L Performance Center Competition Pistol
  24. 17:55Thoughts on Cowboy Action
  25. 18:16Thoughts on 458 SOCOM
  26. 18:21Competition Open Shotgun: Mossberg 930
  27. 18:40Fiocchi JM3 Ammunition
  28. 19:01Recoil Reduction Techniques
  29. 20:01Favorite Shooting Drills
  30. 20:13Black Powder Guns
  31. 20:28PCC Recommendation Discussion
  32. 20:41Extended Mag Tube Effect on Shotgun Balance
  33. 21:03Upcoming Videos: Optics & High-Speed Photography

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lena Miculek's preferred carry gun?

Lena Miculek states that her preferred carry gun for the last couple of years has been an M&P Compact 9mm, loaded with Federal HST 9mm ammunition.

What ammunition does Lena Miculek recommend for competition?

For AR-15 platforms, she recommends Hornady Steel Match 75-grain ammunition for its balance of economy and performance. For competition shotguns, she uses Fiocchi JM3 12-gauge loads.

What are Lena Miculek's favorite shooting drills?

Lena Miculek emphasizes the importance of rapid-fire transition drills and vision skills as her favorite and most crucial shooting drills for improving performance.

What are the benefits of a Pistol Caliber Carbine (PCC) for training?

PCCs are economical for training due to cheaper 9mm ammunition and the ability to use reloads. They offer a similar manual of arms to an AR-15, providing a cost-effective way to practice shooting skills.

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