Drawing Your EDC!

Published on April 12, 2022
Duration: 4:03

This video emphasizes the critical importance of practicing with your concealed handgun, particularly focusing on safe dry fire techniques and proper draw strokes. Instructor Jerry Miculek highlights trigger discipline as paramount, detailing how to maintain muzzle awareness and a safe finger position during re-holstering and drawing from various positions. The importance of repetitive practice to build smooth and consistent movements is stressed.

Quick Summary

Instructor Jerry Miculek stresses that trigger discipline is paramount for concealed carry practice. Always ensure the firearm is unloaded, keep your finger outside the trigger guard, and only enter it when the muzzle is parallel to the ground. Safe re-holstering involves deliberate action and minimizing muzzle exposure.

Chapters

  1. 00:06Introduction and Sponsor
  2. 00:12Importance of Concealment Handgun Practice
  3. 00:18Ensuring Firearm is Unloaded for Dry Fire
  4. 00:34Dry Firing with Appendix Holster
  5. 00:53Trigger Finger Awareness and Discipline
  6. 01:08Safe Re-holstering Technique
  7. 01:35Minimizing Muzzle Exposure
  8. 01:47Appendix Holster Re-holstering Process
  9. 02:00Hot Range Safety Considerations
  10. 02:12Drawing from Appendix Position
  11. 02:15Isosceles Stance Draw Adjustment
  12. 02:37Getting the Elbow Out
  13. 02:45Addressing the Trigger and Pressing Out
  14. 02:51Smooth and Consistent Cycles
  15. 02:58Practicing Seated Draws
  16. 03:07Awareness During Seated Draw
  17. 03:14Trigger Discipline in Seated Draw
  18. 03:37Practicing Weak Hand Draw
  19. 03:43Applying to Targets Safely
  20. 03:51Closing Remarks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most important safety rule when practicing concealed carry draws?

The most critical safety rule is maintaining strict trigger discipline. This means never placing your finger in the trigger guard unless the muzzle is pointed parallel to the ground and you are ready to fire. This habit is essential during both drawing and re-holstering.

How should one safely re-holster a concealed handgun?

To safely re-holster, adopt a posture different from a firing position. Place your thumb on the back of the slide to keep your trigger finger outside the trigger guard and parallel to the muzzle. Take your time, minimize muzzle exposure, and ensure the holster is clear before inserting the firearm.

What adjustments are needed when drawing from an appendix holster?

When drawing from an appendix holster in a standing stance, it's often beneficial to slightly extend your elbow forward. This helps align the pistol with your dominant eye as you bring it to the shooting position, ensuring a more accurate and efficient draw stroke.

Why is practicing weak-hand draws important for concealed carriers?

Practicing weak-hand draws is vital because you may need to draw your firearm with your non-dominant hand in a self-defense situation, especially if your strong hand is injured or occupied. Proficiency with both hands ensures you can effectively deploy your concealed weapon regardless of circumstances.

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