BCM Training Tip - Carbine Point Shooting

Published on May 24, 2019
Duration: 2:47

This guide details Larry Vickers' carbine point shooting technique, a crucial backup skill for situations where standard aiming methods are compromised. It emphasizes practicing with obscured sights to develop an intuitive feel for weapon alignment at close range. The technique is particularly relevant for older firearms lacking modern optics.

Quick Summary

Carbine point shooting, taught by Larry Vickers, is a critical backup technique for situations where sights are unusable. Practice by taping over your iron sights to develop an intuitive alignment of the weapon's silhouette with the target, effective up to 15 yards, especially for older firearms lacking modern optics.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Carbine Point Shooting
  2. 00:34Practice Setup with Taped Sights
  3. 00:58The Point Shooting Technique Explained
  4. 01:21Live Fire Demonstration
  5. 01:51Context and Limitations

Frequently Asked Questions

What is carbine point shooting?

Carbine point shooting is a backup technique where you aim without using your sights, relying on an intuitive sense of the weapon's alignment. It's crucial for situations where sights are obscured or unavailable, like low light or equipment failure.

How do you practice carbine point shooting?

To practice, cover your front and rear iron sights with tape. This forces you to rely on the weapon's silhouette and develop an instinctive feel for aligning the front sight 'blob' with the target's base.

What is the effective range for point shooting?

Point shooting is primarily a close-range technique. Larry Vickers demonstrates it effectively up to 15 yards, which is considered a practical outer limit, especially when under stress.

Why is point shooting important for older firearms?

Point shooting is vital for older firearms like the M1 Carbine or M1 Garand, which often lack modern optics or advanced sighting systems. It provides a functional aiming method when sophisticated sights are absent.

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