Do You Shoot Low and Left with a Pistol? | Navy SEAL Explains 3 Pistol Shooting Mistakes

Published on May 8, 2018
Duration: 5:43

Retired Navy SEAL Chris Sajnog identifies three common pistol shooting mistakes leading to low-left shots for right-handed shooters. These include 'milking the gun' by squeezing the whole hand, pushing the trigger instead of pressing it straight back, and an incorrect natural point of aim (NPOA) due to shooting too fast. Solutions involve proper grip alignment, allowing the trigger finger to land naturally, and ensuring a stable NPOA.

Quick Summary

Shooting low and left with a pistol is often caused by 'milking the gun' (squeezing the whole hand), pushing the trigger instead of pressing it straight back, or an incorrect natural point of aim (NPOA). Fix these by ensuring proper arm alignment, using a straight trigger press, and correcting your NPOA.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Shooting Low & Left Problem
  2. 00:51Mistake #1: Milking the Gun
  3. 01:31Solution #1: Proper Grip Alignment
  4. 02:20Mistake #2: Pushing the Trigger
  5. 03:19Mistake #3: Natural Point of Aim (NPOA)

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do right-handed shooters often aim low and left with a pistol?

This common issue stems from three main mistakes: 'milking the gun' (squeezing the whole hand), pushing the trigger instead of pressing it straight back, and an incorrect natural point of aim (NPOA) that requires muscle correction.

What is 'milking the gun' and how do you fix it?

Milking the gun means squeezing your entire hand during the trigger pull, causing the muzzle to move. To fix it, ensure your shooting arm is aligned directly behind the firearm, creating a stable platform.

How does trigger control affect pistol accuracy?

Pushing the trigger with your finger, rather than pressing it straight back, pulls the shot off target. Proper trigger control involves letting your finger land naturally on the trigger based on your grip and pressing straight back.

What is Natural Point of Aim (NPOA) and why is it important?

NPOA is the position the firearm naturally settles into when held without muscular effort. If your NPOA is off, especially when shooting fast, you'll need to use muscle to correct it, leading to inaccurate shots.

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