Going Tactical - Ep. 04 - The EPP Drill

Lucas Botkin, demonstrating high-speed shooting proficiency, explains and demonstrates a modified pistol grip technique. This involves "floating" the support hand thumb off the firearm to achieve more consistent muzzle rise and fall during recoil. He emphasizes practicing this technique with focused drills to build muscle memory and improve accuracy under speed, particularly for right-handed shooters prone to pushing the pistol right when tensing.

This video showcases Lewis Hamilton's exceptional speed and proficiency with a firearm at the Taran Tactical Innovations range. The content highlights his ability to rapidly engage multiple targets with impressive recoil control, demonstrating advanced shooting techniques. Instruction is implicitly provided through observing high-level performance, suggesting a focus on speed and accuracy drills for advanced shooters.

John the Firearms Instructor provides ten actionable grip hacks to significantly improve shooting accuracy. Key techniques include proper grip pressure distribution, maximizing hand placement on the firearm, driving the gun with chest muscles, and maintaining a neutral wrist. The instruction emphasizes consistency in grip and aiming to build confidence and achieve predictable shot placement.

This video demonstrates advanced shooting techniques with the Alpha Foxtrot Romulus, showcasing rapid fire, one-handed shooting, and recoil management. The high-energy presentation by an expert shooter highlights the pistol's performance characteristics during dynamic drills.

This 10-minute dry fire routine, led by world champion Lena Miculek, focuses on building fundamental pistol skills. It incorporates drills for grip, draw stroke, trigger control, and presentation, emphasizing technique over speed. The routine includes dedicated grip-building exercises to strengthen shooting muscles and can be repeated for longer training sessions.

This expert guide from Tenicor details a critical AR-15 grip mistake that hinders recoil control. It emphasizes the 'grip and hang' technique, popularized by Frank Proctor, focusing on proper support hand pressure on the rail and a relaxed elbow to achieve efficient, linear pressure. This method is key for maintaining stability and reducing fatigue during shooting.

This guide details the dangers of 'thumbing the hammer down' on a loaded firearm, a technique strongly advised against by experts. It emphasizes that this action, which involves pulling the trigger while manually lowering the hammer, carries a high risk of accidental discharge if the thumb slips. The expert instruction highlights safer alternatives like engaging the manual safety for 'cocked and locked' carry or clearing the chamber entirely.

This guide details the advanced technique of hand stippling a 1911 firearm frame for enhanced grip, as demonstrated by a master gunsmith. It covers the precise application of texture using a punch and hammer, followed by meticulous filing to refine the edges. This process requires significant skill and attention to detail for a professional finish.

This guide details the proper technique for cycling the slide on a semi-automatic pistol, specifically the 1911, as explained by Ken Hackathorn. It emphasizes avoiding "gun abuse" by not slamming the slide on an empty chamber, which can cause premature wear. The explanation includes the mechanical reasons behind this, focusing on how the cartridge rim stabilizes the extractor and cushions the slide's action.

Massad Ayoob, a renowned firearms instructor and legal expert, details the critical post-Defensive Gun Use (DGU) protocol. He emphasizes that the most common mistake is failing to immediately call 911 after a DGU, even if no shots were fired. This action is crucial for establishing oneself as the victim complainant in the ensuing legal aftermath.