EP 144: From Aaron's Desk | Checklists

This YouTube video, titled "Trigger Control," is a full-length instructional offering from GBRS GROUP, exclusively available on their Patreon. The description directs viewers to join their Patreon for exclusive content and perks, and also provides links to the GBRS GROUP website and their various social media channels across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and X. The video's focus on "Trigger Control" suggests it's an in-depth training session on a fundamental shooting skill.

This expert-level guide from Farewell Firearms Training emphasizes the critical concept of rifle optic offset and its impact on shot placement. Instructor demonstrates how to accurately call shots by focusing on where the aiming point lifts during recoil, rather than the trigger pull itself. This technique is crucial for understanding ballistics, especially at close distances where the 3-inch offset significantly affects the point of impact.

This video focuses on improving pistol shooting fundamentals, emphasizing an athletic stance, proper 'thumbs forward' grip, and precise trigger control. It also touches on advanced techniques like long-range pistol accuracy and specific grip adjustments for revolvers. The content highlights how proper body alignment and mental preparation contribute to enhanced shooting performance across various firearm platforms.

This video from John G. Johnson, a firearms instructor, addresses the common issue of improper trigger pull affecting 99% of shooters. He demonstrates the critical difference between a trigger 'pull' and a trigger 'press,' emphasizing that a smooth, controlled press is essential for accuracy, even more so than grip or sight alignment. The guide includes dry-fire drills using the HTS Dry-Fire Bullet Insert and live-fire examples to illustrate how a proper trigger press leads to tighter shot groups.

Instruction from Joel Park, a seasoned firearms instructor and competitor, addresses building speed in USPSA. He emphasizes that speed and accuracy are not mutually exclusive, debunking the myth that increased speed must lead to more C-zone hits. Park details common time-wasting habits during stationary shooting, movement, and target transitions, offering practical techniques to improve efficiency. The integrated approach of dry fire for habit building and live fire for testing and refinement is highlighted as crucial for continuous improvement.

This video, featuring competitive shooter Ben Stoeger, explores the necessity of high-volume live fire for achieving elite proficiency. Stoeger argues that while dry fire is crucial and can lead to Grand Master status, competitive success at the national level often requires significant live ammunition expenditure (20,000-40,000 rounds/year) to achieve marginal gains and build confidence. He emphasizes that dry fire is more efficient for specific drills, but a combination of both is optimal.

This video showcases a remarkable 1376-yard elk hunt by a 12-year-old using a Gunwerks rifle chambered in 7mm Rem Mag. It highlights the critical importance of precise range estimation, scope adjustments (32.5 MOA), and marksmanship for extreme long-range success. The hunt involved significant preparation, including hiking and dry-fire practice, culminating in a successful two-shot engagement on a bull elk.

This video demonstrates the significant impact of the Coriolis effect on long-range bullet drop, particularly at 1000 yards. Experiments show directional POI shifts of up to 11 inches (over 1 MOA) when shooting East vs. West due to Earth's rotation. The data suggests collecting ballistic data North or South to mitigate this vertical error.

This video details the initial steps in transforming a factory Remington 700 Sendero into a long-range precision rifle. Key modifications include upgrading the trigger to a crisp 2-pound pull and performing a crucial bedding job on the recoil lug for enhanced shot-to-shot consistency. The process emphasizes meticulous preparation and precise application of bedding compounds and torque settings for optimal performance.

This video showcases a successful long-range coyote hunt in Montana using a Gunwerks rifle. Dustin Butler demonstrates effective predator calling and engagement techniques, highlighting the rifle's performance across various distances, from close-range shots to over 500 yards. The 'range, dial, and kill' workflow is emphasized for efficient long-range hunting.