267: The 80/20 Rule for Firearms Training

This video critiques the advice of a social media personality regarding point shooting with red dot sights. The instructor emphasizes that effective red dot shooting involves focusing on the target, bringing the gun to the eyeline, and confirming sight alignment, even at close distances. He argues that relying solely on point shooting without sight confirmation is a disservice to new shooters and can lead to accountability issues, especially under stress.

This guide details a CQB shooting technique using iron sights, focusing on aiming over the rear sight for improved speed and situational awareness. It explains how this method can naturally compensate for height over bore offset, a critical factor in close-quarters engagements. The technique emphasizes focusing on the front sight post for rapid target acquisition.

This video emphasizes that information availability is not the bottleneck for skill development. Instead, consistent practice through both dry fire and live fire, alongside seeking out online resources and formal training, is crucial for improvement. The speaker, Hwansik Kim, highlights the importance of a balanced approach to training.

Instruction from Achilles Heel Tactical emphasizes making training harder by using less information to build robust shooting skills. The core principle is to focus on desired future capabilities rather than current limitations, embracing mistakes as crucial learning opportunities to understand cause and effect. This approach ensures advanced shooting techniques are accessible when required.

Tactical Rifleman is offering a Valentine's Day promotion where a spouse or significant other can attend any class for free when a paid slot is purchased. This includes their Home Defense Pistol class, making it an ideal gift for a partner. The promotion encourages couples to train together, with the offer valid for any of their available courses.

This video demonstrates a fundamental doorway slicing technique for tactical entry. The instructor emphasizes a slow, deliberate approach, focusing on the opposite corner before initiating a 'slice' across the opening. The drill is designed to build speed and control through repetition, ensuring proper visual scanning of the doorway.

This video provides a comprehensive, one-year follow-up review of the FLUX Raider chassis. The content emphasizes not just the chassis itself, but how it integrates with other parts through "garage engineering" to create a highly functional firearm. It highlights the challenges and potential adjustments needed to optimize the platform, featuring components from SIG SAUER, Lead & Steel, Reptilia, Obsidian Arms, and RovyVon. The review aims to determine if the FLUX Raider is worth the attention it has garnered for challenging the status quo in firearm design. Sponsored content from Obsidian Arms and support for the REDACTED Culture Cast are also mentioned.

This review of the Palmetto State Armory SABRE-10 (M110 Clone) highlights its value proposition as an affordable AR-10 platform. The reviewer, with prior M110 experience, details the rifle's out-of-the-box performance, including a break-in period that improved accuracy to approximately 1 MOA with quality ammunition. Modifications for recoil reduction and improved ergonomics are discussed, alongside observations on reliability and magazine compatibility. The review emphasizes the rifle's potential as a solid base for further customization.

This video delves into the build requirements for a clandestine Flux Defense Raider, emphasizing customization to meet individual needs. The presenter highlights the build's focus on concealment and maintaining a low light signature, suggesting a practical application for discreet firearm ownership and use. The hashtag #redacted hints at a sensitive or potentially restricted modification or component within the build.

This guide, drawing on over 15 years of experience, details how to properly fit and configure a plate carrier. It emphasizes correct plate placement for vital organ protection, the importance of a snug yet breathable fit, and effective weight distribution. The content also covers historical evolution of plate carriers and common setup trends, offering practical advice for optimizing personal protective equipment.