Getting Called Out

This guide details how to properly dry fire an M&P 1.0 pistol. Unlike some other firearms, the M&P 1.0 requires a magazine to be inserted for the trigger mechanism to reset. This is due to an internal metal piece that must be engaged by the magazine. Following these steps ensures safe and effective dry fire practice for trigger control.

This guide, drawing from an experienced instructor on GUNS and American Handgunner Magazines, details the critical aspects of a smooth trigger press. It emphasizes understanding the take-up, the "smooth wall" before sear release, and the "moment of truth" for accurate shooting. The technique applies to both double-action and single-action firearms, stressing the importance of a calm, deliberate final press and follow-through.

John G. Johnson, a firearms instructor from Cape Coral, Florida, breaks down the '10 Accuracy Sins' that hinder shooter performance. He provides 60-second corrections for each sin, focusing on practical techniques for trigger control, grip, stance, sight alignment, and follow-through. The advice emphasizes consistent practice, particularly dry-firing, to build muscle memory and overcome common shooting errors.

This video emphasizes the critical importance of consistent trigger control for accurate shooting, especially for beginners. It introduces dry-fire exercises as a fundamental technique to develop proper trigger pull, sight alignment, and recoil management without live ammunition. The instructor demonstrates how to identify and correct trigger anticipation by focusing on the 'wall' of the trigger pull and maintaining sight picture through the break.

This video provides advanced firearm handling and maintenance tips from Luke of Line 45, focusing on micro-safety habits, efficient zeroing techniques, trigger control secrets, strategic ammunition selection, and streamlined maintenance. It emphasizes practical knowledge that separates casual shooters from proficient ones, aiming to improve accuracy, save money, and ensure firearm reliability.

This video provides three essential shooting drills for individuals with limited time on the range, focusing on practical application for everyday carry firearms. The instructor emphasizes returning to fundamentals like sight alignment and trigger press at 25 yards, practicing the draw stroke from the holster with proper grip and presentation, and integrating shooting with movement to cover. The drills are designed to build muscle memory for stressful situations and improve overall shooting proficiency.

This video details the El Presidente drill, a timed shooting exercise focused on engaging multiple targets twice, performing a magazine change, and then engaging them twice again. Instructor Pat Mac emphasizes starting at a manageable pace (around 10 seconds) and gradually building speed, focusing on fundamentals like grip and muzzle control to improve accuracy. He also discusses common malfunctions like stovepipes and the importance of consistent practice.

This video emphasizes the importance of tailored feedback in skill development, particularly in firearms training. The speaker, Pat Mac, advocates for understanding individual learning styles and emotional resilience when providing corrections. He suggests a preemptive approach to address potential sensitivities and encourages self-correction as a vital learning tool, even calling himself out for mistakes to illustrate the process.

This video details the El Presidente drill, a classic pistol training exercise developed by Jeff Cooper in the 1970s. The drill emphasizes accuracy, speed, and fundamental shooting mechanics, incorporating elements like turning, multiple target engagements, magazine changes, and target transitions. The instructor, Pat Mac, demonstrates the drill at a relaxed pace for warm-up, focusing on smooth execution and feeling the firearm and ammunition, before gradually increasing speed. He also discusses common mistakes and the importance of objective self-critique during practice.

This video explains the concept of 'calling your shot' in shooting, which is the ability to determine if a shot was good or not before it even impacts the target. It emphasizes observing sight position as the hammer falls and feeling the shot during the squeeze. The instructor uses this technique to analyze group consistency and confirm sight adjustments.