CQB Drills with Iron Sights #specialforces #training

Published on April 10, 2026
Duration: 1:03

This guide details a CQB shooting technique using iron sights, focusing on aiming over the rear sight for improved speed and situational awareness. It explains how this method can naturally compensate for height over bore offset, a critical factor in close-quarters engagements. The technique emphasizes focusing on the front sight post for rapid target acquisition.

Quick Summary

A faster CQB technique with iron sights involves aiming over the top of the rear sight, focusing on the front sight post. This method can improve speed and situational awareness compared to traditional sight alignment through the aperture, and it helps compensate for height over bore offset.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Iron Sight Techniques
  2. 00:03Traditional Aperture Sight Use
  3. 00:17Limitations of Traditional Sights
  4. 00:20Alternative: Aiming Over Rear Sight
  5. 00:31Situational Awareness Benefit
  6. 00:35CQB Distances and Height Over Bore
  7. 00:46Red Dot vs. Iron Sight Offset
  8. 00:54Executing the Over-Sight Technique

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a faster technique for shooting with iron sights in CQB?

A faster CQB technique with iron sights involves aiming over the top of the rear sight, focusing on the front sight post. This method can improve speed and situational awareness compared to traditional sight alignment through the aperture.

How does aiming over the rear sight affect height over bore offset in CQB?

Aiming over the rear sight can naturally compensate for height over bore offset in CQB. This is because you are effectively aiming higher, which can counteract the bullet's trajectory relative to the bore at close distances.

What is the primary benefit of looking over the rear sight with iron sights?

The primary benefit of looking over the rear sight with iron sights is enhanced situational awareness. By not being fully obscured by the rear sight aperture, you can better perceive your surroundings.

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