How To Stop Shooting Low And Left For Righties OR Low and Right for Lefties

Published on July 12, 2022
Duration: 11:33

This video addresses the common shooting error of hitting low and left (for righties) or low and right (for lefties) by focusing on sympathetic movement. The primary cause is the unintentional squeezing of the bottom three fingers during the trigger press, causing the muzzle to dip. A drill is introduced where shooters grip the pistol with only their thumb, web of the hand, and index finger, practicing a clean trigger press without disturbing the sights.

Quick Summary

The primary cause of shooting low and left (for righties) is sympathetic movement from the bottom three fingers unintentionally squeezing the grip during the trigger press. The 'Three Amigos' drill, where you grip with only your thumb, hand web, and index finger, helps isolate the trigger finger for a cleaner press.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Shooting Low & Left Problem
  2. 00:41Cause: Sympathetic Hand Movement
  3. 01:48Visualizing Muzzle Dip
  4. 02:36The 'Three Amigos' Drill Setup
  5. 03:36Dry Fire Practice Technique
  6. 06:51Live Fire Demonstration
  7. 08:52Transitioning to Two-Handed Grip
  8. 09:16Common Mistake: Pushing the Gun
  9. 10:51Conclusion: Better Trigger Control

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes a right-handed shooter to hit low and left?

The most common cause is sympathetic movement. This occurs when the bottom three fingers of your shooting hand unintentionally squeeze the grip at the last second while you press the trigger, causing the muzzle to dip down and to the left.

How can I fix shooting low and left?

Practice the 'Three Amigos' drill. Grip the pistol using only your thumb, the web of your hand, and your index finger, keeping the bottom three fingers off the frame. Focus on pressing the trigger straight back without disturbing the sights.

What is the 'Three Amigos' drill?

It's a drill designed to isolate the trigger finger. You grip the pistol with just your thumb, hand web, and index finger, leaving your pinky, ring, and middle fingers ('Three Amigos') off the grip. This helps you practice a clean trigger press without sympathetic movement.

Should I use dry fire or live fire for the trigger control drill?

Start with dry fire. This allows you to focus entirely on the mechanics of the trigger press and ensure you can isolate your trigger finger without disturbing the sights. Once proficient in dry fire, transition to live fire at close range.

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