Practical Shooting After Dark EP 92

This video documents a USPSA competition day featuring the Atlas Artemis pistol. The shooter, Reno May, provides insights into his performance on various stages, including classifier stages shot from concealment. He discusses his accuracy, speed, and areas for improvement, highlighting the capabilities of the Atlas Artemis and offering advice on movement and visual patience during competition.

This video compares the Sig Sauer P211 and the Kimber 2K11 Comp, focusing on their performance in competitive shooting scenarios like IDPA and USPSA. The presenter, an experienced shooter, highlights the smooth operation of the Sig P211 and the Kimber's out-of-the-box readiness for competition. Both firearms are praised for their accuracy and handling, though the Sig P211 is noted for a slightly smoother slide action and trigger feel. The decision between the two is difficult due to their comparable performance and different competitive division implications.

This video breaks down the real costs of competitive shooting, differentiating between a basic starter setup and an advanced competitor's gear. It details the expenses for firearms, magazines, holsters, belts, protective equipment, and the recurring costs of match fees and ammunition. The instructor emphasizes that while initial investment can be significant, gear upgrades offer performance multipliers that enhance shooting capabilities.

This guide details the execution of a USPSA stage, emphasizing proper starting procedures, target engagement, movement, reloading, and post-stage safety protocols. It highlights the importance of following range officer commands and maintaining weapon safety throughout the competition. The video showcases a shooter completing a stage in 17.98 seconds, demonstrating efficient technique.

This video documents participants' experiences at the Tactical Games, highlighting challenges like gear failures, physical fatigue, and mental breakdowns. It provides insights into specific shooting stages, malfunction clearing techniques for pistols, and the physical demands of the competition. The participants share lessons learned, emphasizing the importance of preparation and adapting to unexpected issues.

This video documents a USPSA Limited Optics classifier match featuring the CZ Shadow 2. The shooter focuses on improving footwork, transitions, and maintaining a sense of urgency throughout the stages. Key takeaways include the importance of aiming for specific points within the A-zone for accuracy, the impact of ammunition reliability (specifically light primer strikes with Belom 124gr), and the challenges of achieving a desired classification, ultimately resulting in a C-class rating. The shooter emphasizes continuous training and learning from mistakes to improve performance.

This video demonstrates a critical malfunction where the magazine drops during recoil, a common issue in competitive shooting. Ben Stoeger, a professional competitive shooter, highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing such failures. The guide provides steps to troubleshoot this specific problem, emphasizing safety and proper firearm handling.

This video demonstrates a critical safety incident: an uncommanded discharge of a Sig Sauer P320 during the re-holstering process. Expert analysis from Ben Stoeger highlights the visual evidence of the discharge originating from the holster, emphasizing the importance of constant vigilance and proper technique even when the firearm is supposedly "safe" in its holster. The incident underscores the need for thorough firearm inspection and immediate post-incident assessment.

Ben Stoeger, a professional shooting instructor, explains common misconceptions about red dot sights. He emphasizes that true proficiency comes from focusing on the target, not the dot itself. The guide details training methods, like occluding the optic, to develop this crucial skill, comparing it to the lifelong refinement needed for trigger control.

This comprehensive dry fire program, led by World Champion shooter Ben Stoeger, focuses on refining fundamental handgun skills. It includes a structured warm-up, detailed drills for draw stroke mechanics, efficient reloads (including strong and weak hand only), and positional shooting from kneeling. The program emphasizes precision and control, progressing to dynamic movements and transitions essential for competitive shooting.