Shooters Global Smart Shot Timer Review

This video provides initial impressions of the Double Alpha Academy Edge Timer, comparing it to the Kestrel Old Rattly. The instructor highlights its quiet operation on the lowest setting, adjustable buzzer volume, and menu features like start delay presets and par time tracking. He notes the convenience of the corner 'go' button and the integrated flashlight, while also discussing the pocket clip's durability and battery access. The timer is presented as a potentially more affordable and functional alternative to the Kestrel.

This video outlines essential items for a productive range session, emphasizing the importance of a heavy-duty, spacious range bag. Key recommendations include robust eye and hearing protection, a shot timer for training, organized magazine storage, a monocular for target viewing, a multi-tool for minor repairs, a speed loader for efficient magazine loading, a gun cleaning kit, shooting gloves, a mag dump pouch, a first aid kit, a sight pusher, and a stapler for targets.

This video reviews the new Double Alpha (DAA) Edge Timer, comparing it extensively to the Kestrel timer, which has been a long-standing favorite for its ruggedness and reliability. The DAA Edge Timer is presented as a direct competitor, offering similar features and build quality at a significantly lower price point. Key similarities include the use of sealed Lithium 123 batteries, robust construction, and loud buzzer volume, crucial for competitive shooting environments. The DAA Edge Timer also features five programmable presets for buzzer delay, tone, volume, and par times, mirroring the Kestrel's functionality.

This guide, presented by an experienced instructor from MuzzleBroke, details how to properly assemble a battle belt. It emphasizes investing in quality core components like the belt itself (Core Essentials) and a reliable holster compatible with accessories like the Surefire X300. The importance of a shot timer (Pact III) for skill development and the necessity of secure magazine holders and a dump pouch are also highlighted, advising against low-quality alternatives.

This guide details essential features for selecting a shot timer, emphasizing menu navigation, adjustable delay and par times, and beep volume control. It highlights the Competition Electronics Pocket Pro 2 and PACT Timer as cost-effective options, while noting the Kestrel's loud beep for instructor use. The importance of replaceable batteries and understanding timers as consumables is also stressed.

This review compares the Shooters Global SG Timer 2 and SG Go shot timers, highlighting their features, app connectivity, and price points. The SG Timer 2 is presented as a premium, waterproof, and dustproof device with a magnetic mount and direct menu configuration, while the SG Go is a more affordable, compact option relying on app connectivity for advanced settings. Both timers offer Bluetooth functionality and are compatible with the Shooters Global Drills app, which allows for video recording with overlaid par times and shot times, tracking progress, and simulating drills.

This guide details the automated progressive reloading process for 9mm Luger cartridges, as demonstrated on a Mark 7 Reloading Evolution Autodrive. It covers brass preparation, component loading (primers, powder, bullets), and the operation of a fully automated press that performs multiple steps simultaneously for high-volume production. The process emphasizes efficiency and speed, achieving a rate of 1,902 rounds per hour.

This video demonstrates a sniper stalk training exercise led by a former Navy SEAL sniper instructor. The drill focuses on stealth, camouflage using natural vegetation, and moving to a firing position undetected. The exercise highlights the importance of observation and the challenges of locating a well-camouflaged stalker.

This video humorously demonstrates a 'backup plan' for when a semi-automatic handgun runs dry. After depleting the magazine and the slide locking back, the shooter resorts to throwing a rock at the target. While presented satirically, it highlights the importance of situational awareness and creative problem-solving, albeit in a non-standard manner. The content creator, Tactical Hyve, is known for tactical training content.

This guide, presented by Myles from Tactical Hyve, details essential pistol aiming techniques for beginners. It covers the critical concepts of sight alignment ('equal height, equal light') and sight picture, explaining different aiming holds like Center Hold and Combat Hold, particularly relevant for Sig Sauer firearms. The guide also differentiates aiming with iron sights versus red dot optics, emphasizing the importance of proper firearm zeroing for accurate shooting.