A good index is critical

This video emphasizes the importance of 'greedy eyes' in dynamic shooting. The instructor advises against bringing the firearm down between shots, advocating for continuous visual acquisition and driving vision through the intended target area. The goal is to maintain a consistent shooting platform and flow through multiple positions without unnecessary gun manipulation.

This video provides a practical tip for improving pistol draw stroke speed and efficiency. The instructor, traveling and teaching, focuses on a two-movement technique: applying back pressure with the palm while simultaneously pushing the muzzle forward. This method aims to reduce the upward travel of the pistol, allowing the muzzle to break the holster plane and move directly towards the target faster, thereby saving critical time.

This drill, an expansion of the Bill Drill, focuses on firing six rounds across a three-target array. It emphasizes recoil management and driving vision ahead of the sights to improve speed and accuracy when transitioning between targets. The instructor notes the importance of maintaining accuracy, even under time pressure, to avoid costly misses.

This video addresses the common issue of inconsistent firearm index between dryfire and livefire practice. Instructor Ben Stoeger explains that the discrepancy often stems from subconscious changes in grip, posture, or head position when live ammo is introduced. He recommends recording practice sessions to identify these differences and emphasizes the importance of maintaining identical mechanics during both dryfire and livefire to achieve a consistent and accurate index.

This episode of the Practical Pistol Show features Ben Stoeger, Tim Herren, and Matt Hopkins discussing training schedules, match preparation, and injury management. They emphasize consistent practice, data-driven training, and the importance of vision in shooting. The discussion also covers managing tendonitis through exercise and stretching, and the strategic removal of timers from dry-fire training to focus on technique.

Lucas Botkin, founder of T.Rex Arms, shares his expert insights on optimizing carbine builds based on extensive round counts. He details his philosophy on barrel length versus optic choice, preferring red dots for shorter barrels and magnification for longer ones. Botkin also discusses preferences for muzzle devices, foregrips, lights, lasers, and triggers, emphasizing reliability and simplicity for high-volume use.

This video details a critical incident during a firearms class where a custom-built pistol, featuring numerous aftermarket parts, experienced unintended discharges. The instructors meticulously troubleshoot the issue, identifying tolerance stacking and specific magazine fit as the likely culprits. They emphasize the importance of testing aftermarket components and the potential pitfalls of combining non-OEM parts.

This video discusses the practical considerations of Short Barreled Rifles (SBRs) with firearms instructor Nick Young. Key takeaways include the benefits of SBRs for suppressor use, the legal complexities involving ATF travel paperwork, and the potential reliability issues and increased violence in shorter-barreled platforms. The discussion also touches on the importance of proper buffer systems and the tendency for 'Franken-guns' to fail in training.

Hwansik Kim explains his 'No Friction Grip' technique, developed to maintain control in adverse conditions like sweaty hands or rain. The method emphasizes specific pressure points, particularly using the support hand's index finger on the trigger guard and the top knuckles of the support hand on the firing hand. This technique aims to minimize reliance on grip enhancers and provide consistent control through recoil by creating a stable platform without excessive friction.