Implementing RECOIL CONTROL with WORLD champion Matt McLearn!

Published on November 11, 2017
Duration: 5:21

This training drill, demonstrated by multi-time world champion Matt McLearn, focuses on understanding and controlling firearm recoil for faster, accurate follow-up shots. By analyzing sight movement during recoil and actively managing it with hand pressure, shooters can improve their speed and accuracy. The drill progresses from single shots to rapid strings, building muscle memory and sight acquisition efficiency.

Quick Summary

Learn expert recoil control from World Champion Matt McLearn. Understand how your firearm recoils, actively manage it with your strong hand, and practice rapid-fire drills to achieve efficient sight recovery. The goal is for sights to be 'waiting' for your next trigger pull, building muscle memory for faster, accurate follow-up shots.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction with Matt McLearn
  2. 00:44Understanding Firearm Recoil
  3. 01:03Single Shot Analysis
  4. 01:32Two-Shot Speed Drill
  5. 02:16Active Recoil Management
  6. 02:45Six-Shot Speed Drill
  7. 03:19Improving Speed and Accuracy
  8. 04:14Recoil Control Summary
  9. 04:53Where to Find Matt McLearn

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I improve my recoil control for faster shooting?

To improve recoil control, focus on understanding how your specific firearm recoils. Actively manage recoil by applying slight pressure with your strong hand to bring the firearm back to the point of aim. Practice drills like firing multiple rapid shots while maintaining sight alignment and accuracy within the center of mass.

What is the goal of recoil control training?

The primary goal of recoil control training is to achieve efficient sight recovery after each shot. Ideally, you want your sights to be 'waiting' for you to pull the trigger for the next shot, indicating that the firearm has returned to your point of aim quickly and accurately.

How does muscle memory help with recoil control?

As you repeatedly practice recoil control drills, your muscle memory and eyesight work in tandem. Your brain and body begin to anticipate the firearm's movement and learn the necessary adjustments to bring it back on target, making the process more automatic and faster.

What is considered acceptable accuracy for rapid fire?

For practical purposes during rapid fire, achieving a 4-5 inch group on target is often considered sufficient for center of mass hits. This allows for faster shooting compared to trying to achieve extremely tight groups, which are more suited for precision shooting.

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