Trex is Cooked

This entry analyzes Ben Stoeger's critical assessment of T.Rex Arms' leadership response to Lucas Botkin's departure. Stoeger, a prominent instructor, dissects alleged timeline contradictions, questionable partnership agreements, and the handling of personal matters like Cara Botkin's employment and a harassment incident. The analysis highlights Stoeger's skepticism regarding the company's narrative and public perception of the situation.

This video features Ben Stoeger critically analyzing the recent controversy surrounding Lucas Botkin's departure from T.Rex Arms and the subsequent public relations efforts by the company's new leadership. Stoeger, a prominent industry commentator and professional shooter, dissects social media responses and community sentiment, highlighting concerns about business ethics and company control.

This video showcases Lucas Botkin, an expert shooter, executing a challenging 200-meter shooting drill at the Element Training Complex. He demonstrates high-speed movement and precise target engagement from various barricade positions while testing the ADAPTIV Rail Prototype on his AR-15. The drill highlights proficiency with a suppressed rifle setup, including an Aimpoint optic and SureFire suppressor, completing the course in an impressive 2:06.0.

Ben Stoeger provides a critical analysis of the firearms industry, focusing on the business dynamics between T.Rex Arms and the newly launched Adaptive Defense. He offers insights into market performance, brand perception, and the strategic positioning of new ventures within the competitive landscape. Stoeger's commentary highlights the importance of understanding clientele and adapting to market trends for business success.

This entry analyzes an uncommanded discharge incident involving a CZ Shadow 2 pistol during a USPSA match. Expert analysis from Ben Stoeger covers potential causes related to CZ modifications, ammunition sensitivity (Federal primers), and the pistol's operational state (double-action, hammer down). The guide outlines steps to investigate such an event, emphasizing safety and thorough examination of all contributing factors.

This video demonstrates a critical incident involving an uncommanded discharge of a CZ Shadow 2 pistol during a shooting stage. The footage shows the firearm discharging downwards near the shooter's feet during a rapid transition. The incident highlights the importance of immediate safety protocols and proper malfunction handling techniques when unexpected firearm behavior occurs. It serves as a stark reminder for competitive shooters to remain vigilant and prepared for such events.

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.