Concealed Carriers: How to Shoot with No Sights and Only One Arm

Published on June 5, 2023
Duration: 12:21

This video from Tactical Hyve, featuring Miles, demonstrates a one-handed point shooting technique crucial for concealed carriers. The core principle is to use your index finger as a natural aiming reference, similar to how you would point at an object, especially in high-stress, close-range encounters where sight acquisition is impossible. The technique emphasizes trusting your body's natural pointing ability over traditional sights or red dots when surprise or speed is paramount.

Quick Summary

One-handed point shooting is vital for concealed carriers in surprise, close-range encounters where sight acquisition is impossible. The technique uses your index finger as a natural aiming reference, aligning the firearm with your point of aim at distances of 1-5 yards. Focus on your finger, not sights, to achieve rapid center mass hits when speed is critical.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Importance of One-Handed Shooting
  2. 01:27Understanding Point Shooting Basics
  3. 02:00The Index Finger as an Aiming Reference
  4. 03:11Demonstration: Pointing with the Gun
  5. 04:11Practice Range Setup and Explanation
  6. 04:28Sponsor: Vetter Holsters
  7. 05:00Natural Aiming with One Arm
  8. 06:08Focus Shift: Index Finger vs. Sights
  9. 06:36Dry Fire Practice: Index Finger Focus
  10. 07:13Live Fire Demonstration: Index Finger Pointing
  11. 07:47Progression: Index Finger to Trigger
  12. 08:43Second Knuckle Alignment Technique
  13. 09:21Step-by-Step Practice Progression
  14. 09:47Testing at Different Distances
  15. 10:14Understanding Offset with Index Finger
  16. 10:42Know the Rules to Break Them
  17. 11:05The Index Finger as a Reference Point
  18. 11:19Conclusion: The Essence of Point Shooting
  19. 11:49Rewiring Your Brain for Point Shooting
  20. 12:05Call to Action: Like, Comment, Subscribe

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is one-handed point shooting important for concealed carriers?

One-handed point shooting is crucial for concealed carriers because real-life encounters often begin unexpectedly, forcing individuals to shoot with one arm. In such high-stress, close-range situations, there may not be enough time to acquire traditional sights or a red dot, making natural pointing accuracy essential.

How does the index finger serve as an aiming reference in point shooting?

In one-handed point shooting, the index finger acts as a natural aiming reference. By pointing your index finger directly at the target, the firearm, held in the same hand, will naturally align with that point of aim at close distances, bypassing the need for sight acquisition.

What is the recommended distance for practicing one-handed point shooting?

The one-handed point shooting technique demonstrated is primarily effective and recommended for close distances, typically ranging from one to five yards. At these distances, the natural pointing ability of the index finger provides sufficient accuracy for center mass hits.

Should I ignore my sights or red dot when practicing point shooting?

While practicing point shooting, especially for close-range surprise engagements, you should shift your focus away from your sights or red dot and concentrate on your index finger's alignment. This helps build the instinct for rapid, sightless aiming, though traditional sight training remains important for other scenarios.

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