BCM Training Tip - AR-15 Left-Handed Manipulation

Published on August 7, 2020
Duration: 3:10

Larry Vickers, a recognized expert in tactical firearms training, provides essential techniques for left-handed AR-15 manipulation. He emphasizes mastering standard controls over relying on ambidextrous parts, demonstrating efficient methods for operating the safety selector, bolt release, charging handle, and magazine release using primarily the trigger finger and right hand. This approach ensures proficiency with any standard AR-platform rifle.

Quick Summary

Larry Vickers advises left-handed AR-15 shooters to master standard controls. Techniques include using the trigger finger for the safety selector, rolling the rifle inboard to cycle the charging handle with the right hand, and ensuring pistol grips don't impede the bolt release. This promotes proficiency with any AR-platform rifle.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Left-Handed Shooting Philosophy
  2. 01:11Safety Selector Technique
  3. 01:35Bolt Release & Charging Handle Manipulation
  4. 02:12Magazine Release & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recommended method for left-handed shooters to operate the safety selector on an AR-15?

Larry Vickers recommends left-handed shooters use their trigger finger to operate the safety selector. This provides better control over the pistol grip compared to reaching around with the thumb, ensuring efficient transitions between safe and fire modes.

How should a left-handed shooter cycle the charging handle on an AR-15?

For left-handed manipulation of the charging handle, Vickers demonstrates rolling the rifle 'inboard' and reaching over the top with the right hand. This technique differs from the 'outboard' roll typically used by right-handed shooters.

Why does Larry Vickers advise against relying solely on ambidextrous AR-15 parts for left-handed shooters?

Vickers emphasizes mastering standard right-handed controls to ensure proficiency with any AR-15, M16, or M4 platform encountered globally. Relying only on ambidextrous parts can limit adaptability when faced with standard configurations.

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