CCW at 100 Yards: Can You Do It? — GMP #292

This guide details the 'Crush Grip' technique for improving pistol accuracy, as explained by an expert instructor from Line45. It addresses the common issue of low-left shots caused by 'sympathetic movement' and provides a structured training plan including dry fire, ball and dummy drills, and one-handed exercises. The focus is on stabilizing the firearm by maximizing grip pressure with non-trigger fingers, leading to tighter groups and better recoil control across various firearms and calibers.

John G. Johnson outlines the 'Five Layers of Accuracy' for pistol shooting: Foundation (stance), Control (grip), Visual (sight alignment/focus), Mechanical (trigger control), and Discipline (follow-through). He emphasizes a stable, athletic stance, a high and firm grip initiated by the pinky, front sight focus with a 6 o'clock hold, a smooth trigger press, and maintaining sight picture through the shot and until the firearm is made safe. The instruction aims to build consistent hits and defensive accuracy.

This video by firearms instructor John G. Johnson provides 10 key techniques to improve pistol accuracy, focusing on subtle yet critical elements beyond basic grip and stance. It emphasizes controlled shooting, proper grip pressure distribution, consistent follow-through, and deliberate trigger preparation. The advice is aimed at helping shooters identify and correct common errors that lead to inaccurate shots, ultimately building better muscle memory and confidence.

This video details the 'crush grip' technique, a method used by legendary shooters like Bill Jordan and Rob Leatham, to combat low-left misses caused by sympathetic movement. By maximizing grip pressure with all non-trigger fingers, shooters can stabilize the hand and allow the trigger finger to operate in isolation, leading to significantly tighter groups. The guide includes specific dry fire and live fire drills to ingrain this technique.

This video demonstrates the Tier One Concealed '3 Bill Drill,' a shooting exercise that combines three distances (15, 10, and 7 yards) into a single drill. The objective is to achieve all shots within the 'A' zone (center mass) at each distance, emphasizing both speed and accuracy. The instructor aims to push their speed while maintaining precision, showcasing a practical training method for improving handgun proficiency.

John G. Johnson, a firearms instructor, details 10 common accuracy problems faced by shooters and provides actionable solutions. He emphasizes consistent grip, smooth trigger press, proper stance, and sight focus as foundational elements. The video also introduces the HTS Dryfire Bullet Insert as a tool to enhance practice by preventing slide lock.

This guide, informed by Roy Huntington, Editor of American Handgunner Magazine, details the critical differences between buckshot and birdshot for home defense. It covers their physical characteristics, penetration capabilities through walls, and effectiveness at close range. The advice emphasizes choosing a load based on concerns about over-penetration while stressing the universal importance of training, target identification, and using a light for any home defense scenario.

This guide details the field stripping process for a 1911 pistol, presented by Roy Huntington, Publisher of American Handgunner. It covers essential safety checks, step-by-step disassembly, and reassembly, emphasizing techniques to prevent damage. An alternative 'cheat' method for faster disassembly is also demonstrated, along with advice on using specialized tools for tight components.

This video showcases an exceptionally rare find: a first-generation 1873 Colt Single Action Peacemaker, discovered via metal detecting in Arizona. The expert speaker details its museum-quality condition, dating it to 1875, and analyzes the authentic patina and wear, including specific gutta-percha grip details and muzzle wear from holster friction. The firearm's discovery context among homestead ruins adds to its historical narrative.

This guide, presented by Roy Huntington, Editor of American Handgunner Magazine, outlines an efficient '5-minute clean' for modern semi-automatic pistols like the Glock 26/27. It emphasizes that over-cleaning is unnecessary and can cause premature wear. The process focuses on targeted cleaning of critical areas like the barrel and slide rails, with minimal lubrication applied only to high-friction points. Proper function checks after reassembly are also highlighted.