Practical Shooting After Dark EP 93

Published on March 19, 2020
Duration: 43:14

This episode of Practical Shooting After Dark features discussions on strategic shooting, focusing on score tracking and pacing in competitions. Experts emphasize the importance of understanding one's score relative to competitors to avoid unnecessary risks. The conversation also delves into practicing different shooting speeds, the benefits of combining dry fire and live fire for diagnostics, and managing the psychological pressure of competitive shooting. Additionally, insights are shared on building high-performance competition firearms and the continuous improvement of Tanfoglio pistols.

Quick Summary

Understanding score tracking in shooting competitions prevents unnecessary risks. Knowing your position allows for strategic pacing—shooting conservatively when ahead or making calculated aggressive moves when behind. This avoids 'hero stuff' and costly mistakes, optimizing performance by matching pace to the competitive situation.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Guest Introductions
  2. 00:22Introducing Jeremy Reed, Grandmaster Shooter
  3. 02:26Discussion on Score Tracking and Competition Strategy
  4. 06:41Practicing Different Shooting Speeds and Control
  5. 08:46Experimenting with Aiming Schemes and Hit Factors
  6. 11:22Advice for Buyers of Custom Competition Guns
  7. 13:13Expectations for Reliability in High-End Pistols
  8. 15:15The Myth of Firearm Break-In Periods
  9. 17:13Show-and-Tell: Tanfoglio Stock II Extreme
  10. 23:48Alternating Live Fire and Dry Fire for Diagnostics
  11. 29:34Question: How to Improve Speed and Control Under Pressure
  12. 31:53Understanding Speed vs. Efficiency in Shooting
  13. 34:33The Importance of Vision Leading Transitions
  14. 39:56Contacting Jeremy Reed for Custom Pistols
  15. 42:25Wrap-up and Listener Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How can understanding score tracking improve my performance in shooting competitions?

Understanding score tracking helps you avoid unnecessary risks. If you know you're ahead, you can shoot more conservatively, focusing on clean execution rather than pushing for speed and potentially making mistakes. Conversely, knowing you're behind allows for a calculated aggressive approach, preventing 'hero stuff' that often leads to lost points.

What is the importance of practicing different shooting speeds in practical shooting?

Practicing different speeds, like going 'all out' with potential misses versus focusing on perfect fundamentals and 'A' hits, develops crucial speed control. Top shooters can adapt their pace to the stage, being aggressive when appropriate and conservative when needed, a versatility honed through varied practice.

Why is combining dry fire and live fire beneficial for training?

Combining dry fire and live fire offers superior diagnostics. Dry fire allows you to meticulously observe sight tracking and gun movement without the distractions of noise and recoil, revealing subtle issues. Live fire then confirms if these observed problems persist, providing a clearer path to improvement.

What should I expect from a high-end custom competition pistol?

For a high-end custom competition pistol, especially in divisions like Limited or Open, expect perfect reliability out of the box with standard ammunition and magazines. While cosmetics are a factor, the primary focus should be on flawless function and accuracy. Claims of needing a lengthy break-in period are generally unfounded for quality custom builds.

How can I improve my efficiency in shooting stages?

Efficiency in shooting goes beyond raw speed. It involves minimizing unnecessary movement, such as over-stepping towards targets or over-rotating the gun. Stopping the gun precisely on target during draws and transitions reduces the need for sight realignment, leading to faster overall stage times.

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