EYE DOMINANCE | How to Diagnose & Fix

This video addresses common issues when switching from iron sights to pistol optics, specifically the difficulty in finding the dot. It explains how traditional iron sight training, which involves a slightly elevated barrel, creates muscle memory that hinders optic acquisition. The instructor advises a more horizontal presentation to ensure the dot is visible earlier.

This video explains how to overcome cross-dominance in shooting, a condition where your dominant hand and eye are on opposite sides. It advises against bringing your head to the optic, instead recommending either turning your head to the optic (a temporary crutch) or, preferably, bringing the optic to your dominant eye. This latter method is more efficient as it involves aligning a moving object (firearm) with a stationary reference (dominant eye), reducing overall motion and increasing proficiency, especially with handguns.

This video by John "Shrek" McPhee from Sheriff of Baghdad demonstrates simple vision tricks to improve shooting precision and consistency. It focuses on identifying and utilizing your dominant eye for sight alignment, emphasizing the importance of turning your head to ensure your dominant eye is properly aligned with the sights and the target, preventing interference from the non-dominant eye.

John G. Johnson, a firearms instructor, emphasizes the critical importance of 'follow-through' in shooting accuracy. He explains that many shooters ruin their shots by lifting their head or dropping their arms immediately after firing to see the impact. This fundamental technique involves maintaining sight alignment and keeping the pistol level after the shot breaks, preventing inconsistency and low impacts. Practicing drills like the 'pause drill' can help develop this essential skill.

This guide, presented by an experienced instructor from Tenicor, addresses the proper application of trigger prep in shooting. While trigger prep is acknowledged as a useful technique, the video emphasizes that relying on it for every shot at all distances is characteristic of beginner-level shooting. The core instruction focuses on developing a smooth, consistent, and rapid trigger pull that minimizes gun movement, which is essential for accuracy, especially at longer ranges. The speaker highlights common issues stemming from gun movement during the trigger pull and encourages shooters to progress beyond constant trigger prepping.

Joel Park, a firearms instructor, emphasizes the importance of analyzing shooting trends over individual shot performance. By examining aggregate target results and correlating them with physical sensations, shooters can identify specific issues like trigger control or sight alignment problems. This data-driven approach provides clear direction for focused training to achieve long-term improvement.

This video from Warrior Poet Society, featuring John Lovell, humorously debunks the myth of Glocks being made of porcelain and undetectable by metal detectors. It references the fictional Glock 7 from Die Hard 2, clarifying that real Glocks are not made of ceramic and are standard firearms. Lovell's high authority as a professional firearms instructor is evident in his clear explanation and proper handling.

This guide outlines a method for introducing new, potentially apprehensive individuals to firearms, as demonstrated by John Lovell. It emphasizes a controlled, safe, and positive first experience, starting with small calibers and instructor-led handling, before progressing to larger platforms. The approach prioritizes building confidence and dispelling fear through expert guidance and adherence to strict safety protocols.

This video from Warrior Poet Society, featuring John Lovell, humorously illustrates that while a shooter might achieve accuracy from an unstable stance, true shooting proficiency requires a stable base for balance and recoil management. Lovell, a former Army Ranger, emphasizes that a proper stance is fundamental, not just for accuracy but for overall control and readiness. The demonstration shows how instability leads to a loss of balance after firing, highlighting the practical importance of a solid stance.

John Lovell, a professional tactical instructor, demonstrates the correct way to utilize a vertical foregrip on an AR-15. He advises against a 'gangster' grip, instead promoting a technique where the foregrip is used as a hand stop to pull the rifle into the shoulder for better recoil control. The guide also covers using the foregrip to brace against obstacles for increased shooting platform stability.