Aim Small Miss Small

Published on November 19, 2025
Duration: 11:23

Instruction from Rick Crawley of Achilles Heel Tactical focuses on improving shooting speed by prioritizing an 'acceptable' sight picture over a 'perfect' one. The technique involves visual indexing on a target focal point and understanding the transition between predictive and reactive shooting based on distance. This approach aims to increase rounds on target per second.

Quick Summary

To shoot faster, prioritize an 'acceptable' sight picture over a 'perfect' one. Use visual indexing by focusing on a target focal point and letting sights return naturally. At close range, use predictive shooting; at longer distances, switch to reactive shooting, confirming sight position before firing.

Chapters

  1. 00:12Outcome vs. Process Training
  2. 01:15Acceptable Sight Picture for Speed
  3. 05:05Visual Indexing and Focal Points
  4. 08:55Predictive vs. Reactive Shooting

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I shoot faster without sacrificing accuracy?

Focus on achieving an 'acceptable' sight picture rather than a 'perfect' one. Use visual indexing by staring at a high-contrast point on the target, allowing your sights to naturally return. This speeds up engagement while maintaining effective hits.

What is visual indexing in shooting?

Visual indexing is a technique where you fix your eyes on a specific focal point on the target. Your firearm's sights (red dot or irons) should naturally return to this point, allowing for faster and more consistent aiming without consciously tracking the sights.

When should I use predictive vs. reactive shooting?

Predictive shooting is best for close distances (5-10 yards) where you can anticipate where your sights will return. At longer distances (around 25 yards), you should transition to reactive shooting, confirming the sight's position before firing.

What's the biggest mistake shooters make when trying to improve?

A common mistake is being too outcome-focused, prioritizing a perfect shot on paper over the actual process. This leads to slower shooting. Improving requires studying and refining the process to increase rounds per second on target.

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