Practical Shooting After Dark EP 188

This entry synthesizes Ben Stoeger's insights on standard shooting tests, emphasizing their role as tools for individual skill development rather than mere reward systems. Stoeger, an expert instructor, details the components of these tests, including position changes and complex engagement orders, explaining their purpose in preparing shooters for practical scenarios. He highlights performance expectations and differentiates competition shooting from real-world applications, stressing safety and effective practice as key for class participation.

Joel Park explains why setting up USPSA-style stages in classes is often an inefficient use of time. He advocates for focused drills that build specific skills rather than broad stage simulations. While acknowledging 'scrambler' drills can offer a snapshot of performance, he emphasizes isolating components for effective skill development.

This expert-level guide breaks down the 2-4-2 drill as demonstrated by Rick Crawley of Achilles Heel Tactical. The drill, designed to improve shooting efficiency and accuracy under time pressure, involves engaging targets in a specific sequence (2-4-2). The video emphasizes analyzing hit factors, movement efficiency, and target prioritization for both rifle and pistol. It highlights how this drill exposes deficiencies in movement and decision-making, recommending both dry and live-fire practice.

This video discusses the utility of .22LR ammunition for firearms training. While acknowledging its cost-effectiveness for high-volume practice, the instructor emphasizes that .22LR is not ideal for developing fundamental recoil management and grip pressures due to its minimal recoil. It is best suited for skills like target transitions and accuracy-focused drills where recoil is less of a factor. The instructor also warns against switching between .22LR and larger calibers within the same session due to the significant recoil difference.

This YouTube video title indicates an attempt to perform the "Dicken Drill," a shooting exercise, as requested by viewers. While specific firearms, calibers, or manufacturers are not mentioned in the title or description, the content likely revolves around practical shooting techniques and potentially firearms handling under stress. The mention of a specific drill suggests a focus on skill development and marksmanship.

Ben Stoeger explains the critical importance of shooting with both eyes open, emphasizing target focus over sight focus for higher performance in practical shooting. While closing one eye may feel comfortable initially due to double vision and sight clarity, it significantly hinders peripheral vision and overall speed. Mastering the two-eyes-open technique, though challenging, leads to faster transitions and greater situational awareness.

This video demonstrates a critical malfunction where the magazine drops during recoil, a common issue in competitive shooting. Ben Stoeger, a professional competitive shooter, highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing such failures. The guide provides steps to troubleshoot this specific problem, emphasizing safety and proper firearm handling.

This video demonstrates a critical safety incident: an uncommanded discharge of a Sig Sauer P320 during the re-holstering process. Expert analysis from Ben Stoeger highlights the visual evidence of the discharge originating from the holster, emphasizing the importance of constant vigilance and proper technique even when the firearm is supposedly "safe" in its holster. The incident underscores the need for thorough firearm inspection and immediate post-incident assessment.

Ben Stoeger, a professional shooting instructor, explains common misconceptions about red dot sights. He emphasizes that true proficiency comes from focusing on the target, not the dot itself. The guide details training methods, like occluding the optic, to develop this crucial skill, comparing it to the lifelong refinement needed for trigger control.

This comprehensive dry fire program, led by World Champion shooter Ben Stoeger, focuses on refining fundamental handgun skills. It includes a structured warm-up, detailed drills for draw stroke mechanics, efficient reloads (including strong and weak hand only), and positional shooting from kneeling. The program emphasizes precision and control, progressing to dynamic movements and transitions essential for competitive shooting.