6 Pistol Tips from ex-Navy SEAL, Bill Rapier

Published on December 10, 2020
Duration: 19:22

Ex-Navy SEAL Bill Rapier shares six critical pistol tips for practical combat application. He emphasizes mastering fundamentals for subconscious execution, performing a daily 'Circle of Awareness' systems check, and adopting a high grip for better control. Rapier also details the importance of the support hand grip, a modified trigger press for smaller pistols, and establishing a proper 'workspace' for readiness during reloads and malfunctions.

Quick Summary

Ex-Navy SEAL Bill Rapier recommends a 'Circle of Awareness' daily systems check for firearms, including gear retention, magazine seating, chamber status, and optic/light function. He also advises gripping the pistol high on the backstrap to reduce muzzle flip and using the first joint of the trigger finger on small pistols for better accuracy.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Bill Rapier & AmTac Shooting
  2. 01:16Philosophy: Unconscious Competence
  3. 03:23Tip 1: Circle of Awareness Systems Check
  4. 07:47Tip 2: High Grip Technique
  5. 09:01Tip 3: The Three Amigos (Trigger Finger Pressure)
  6. 10:59Tip 4: Support Hand Grip Build
  7. 14:02Tip 5: Proper Trigger Press for Small Pistols
  8. 16:44Tip 6: Establishing the Workspace

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bill Rapier's 'Circle of Awareness'?

The 'Circle of Awareness' is a daily systems check for your firearm, inspired by skydiving. It involves verifying gear retention, magazine seating, chamber status, and the functionality of optics and lights, ensuring your weapon is ready for immediate use.

How should you grip a pistol according to Bill Rapier?

Bill Rapier advises gripping the pistol as high as possible on the backstrap. This maximizes leverage against the bore axis, significantly reducing muzzle flip and enabling faster, more accurate follow-up shots.

What are 'The Three Amigos' in shooting?

'The Three Amigos' refers to the sympathetic movement or excess pressure from your non-trigger fingers. This pressure can pull shots off-target. Using dry fire with a red dot sight can help diagnose and correct this common marksmanship error.

What is the recommended trigger press for small pistols?

For smaller pistols like the Glock 43, Bill Rapier suggests using the first joint of your trigger finger instead of the pad. This modification can offer greater stability and improve shooting accuracy.

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