Former Green Beret Shows How To Be Accurate While Prone | Tactical Rifleman

This video demonstrates two methods for stabilizing a pistol when shooting from cover, emphasizing a preferred technique that rests the forearm near the palm on the cover. The instructor highlights how this method distributes weight effectively, reduces wrist fatigue, and maintains hand dexterity for improved stability and precision in competitive shooting scenarios. The content is presented by a firearms instructor from USCCA.

This video provides an in-depth guide to shooting from the prone position, emphasizing stability and accuracy. It covers proper body alignment, the importance of a jaw weld, effective use of bipods and rear bags for recoil management, and techniques for achieving a natural point of aim. The instruction highlights how to optimize the prone position for comfort and effectiveness in various field conditions.

This expert guide from Tactical Rifleman details how to improve shooting accuracy by mastering breathing techniques. It emphasizes using natural point of aim, controlling breath to manage rifle elevation, and coordinating a steady trigger press with a breathing pause. The instruction is delivered with clear visual aids and expert commentary, suitable for intermediate to advanced shooters seeking to refine their marksmanship.

This guide details establishing a stable sniper firing position. It contrasts the traditional 'one knee up' method with the modern flat prone position, emphasizing the importance of a straight spine and flat heels to prevent movement. The instruction highlights how foot instability can translate to crosshair deviation, stressing the need for a solid foundation.

This technique, demonstrated by an expert firearms instructor, focuses on controlling breathing to achieve a stable shooting platform. By inhaling slightly, the shooter can use the natural movement of their chest to dip the rifle's front, allowing for a clear view of the target. Exhaling slowly then brings the crosshairs onto the bullseye, where a pause in breathing enables precise trigger control for a more accurate shot. This method is applicable in both tactical and hunting scenarios.

This video offers a practical tip for improving prone shooting stability, debunking the myth that magazine contact with the ground always causes malfunctions. The instructor, drawing on military experience, advises bringing elbows in close and positioning the support elbow under the rifle. He also suggests using the magazine as a monopod when feasible, especially with modern equipment.

Instruction from Karl Erickson of Tactical Rifleman demonstrates a critical close-quarters combat technique: using a tactical fixed blade knife to create space when an opponent attempts to grab a pistol. The video highlights the risks of close-range pistol draws and advocates for a knife transition to safely disengage and re-establish a firing platform. This technique emphasizes anatomical targets for creating distance rather than immediate lethal force.

This guide details a Navy SEAL's CQC room clearing technique, emphasizing 'economy of motion' and precise footwork. It highlights the critical 'long step' maneuver for maintaining balance and readiness when entering a corner-fed room, contrasting it with the dangerous 'short step.' The instruction, delivered by a subject matter expert, focuses on life-saving fundamentals for tactical proficiency.

This guide details an emergency ammo resupply technique using a standard USGI 6-Pocket Bandolier, as demonstrated by Karl Erickson from Tactical Rifleman. It explains how to utilize the bandolier's expandable pockets, designed for 5.56mm magazines, to rapidly pack ammunition for field resupply. The technique emphasizes efficient loading and compact storage for integration into tactical kits.

This video provides an expert-level ballistic gelatin test comparing 9mm and .45 ACP defensive ammunition. Instruction comes from Pete, a retired USSF member, who details the performance of Barnes TAC-XPD 9mm and Cor-Bon Pow'R Ball .45 ACP. The comparison focuses on penetration depth, wound cavitation, and feeding reliability, particularly for 1911 platforms.