How NOT to DRY FIRE!

Published on February 12, 2026
Duration: 0:53

This guide details the correct method for dry fire practice, emphasizing smooth trigger control, identifying the wall, clean break, and practicing trigger reset. It warns against 'commando style' jerking, which hinders muscle memory development. Proper dry fire, as demonstrated by Jarod from GUNBROS, is crucial for improving live-fire performance.

Quick Summary

Proper dry fire practice involves a steady trigger pull, feeling the wall, breaking the trigger cleanly, and practicing a proper reset, just as one would during live fire. Jerking the trigger rapidly ('commando style') is counterproductive, as the goal is to build muscle memory and consistency for better live-fire performance.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Dry Fire
  2. 00:11Proper Dry Fire Technique
  3. 00:23Improper Technique and Muscle Memory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the wrong way to dry fire a firearm?

The wrong way to dry fire is to do so in a manner that doesn't replicate how you actually shoot at the range. This includes jerky, rapid trigger pulls ('commando style') that do not build proper muscle memory or consistency.

How does dry fire practice improve shooting skills?

Proper dry fire practice builds muscle memory and consistency by focusing on smooth trigger control, feeling the wall, breaking the trigger cleanly, and practicing the reset, directly translating to better live-fire performance.

What are the key elements of proper dry fire technique?

Key elements include a steady trigger pull, identifying the trigger's wall, breaking the trigger cleanly without disturbing the sights, and practicing the trigger reset by releasing and re-engaging the trigger just past the reset point.

Why is trigger reset important in dry fire practice?

Practicing trigger reset during dry fire helps develop the subconscious ability to fire follow-up shots quickly and accurately. It teaches you to manage the trigger efficiently without disturbing your aim between shots.

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