Shooting Cross Eye Dominant - Left Eye Dominant Right Handed Shooting

Published on August 26, 2017
Duration: 3:08

This guide details Chris Sajnog's recommended technique for right-handed, left-eye dominant shooters. It emphasizes maintaining a strong shooting stance and horizontally sliding the firearm to align with the dominant eye, avoiding common mistakes like tilting the gun or canting the head. The instruction comes from a retired Navy SEAL sniper and author, offering expert advice for improved accuracy.

Quick Summary

For right-handed, left-eye dominant shooters, the best technique is to maintain a strong stance and horizontally slide the firearm to align with the left eye. Avoid tilting the gun or canting the head, as these actions compromise body alignment and stability. This expert advice comes from retired Navy SEAL sniper Chris Sajnog.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Cross-Eye Dominance
  2. 00:25The Cross-Eye Dominance Challenge
  3. 00:45Misconception: Tilting the Gun
  4. 01:05Misconception: Canting the Head
  5. 01:32The Recommended Method
  6. 02:12Conclusion and Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best method for a right-handed shooter who is left-eye dominant?

The best method involves maintaining a strong shooting stance and simply sliding the pistol horizontally to align with your left eye, rather than tilting the gun or canting your head.

Why is tilting the gun or canting the head bad for cross-eye dominant shooters?

Tilting the gun weakens your shooting position, and canting your head creates poor body alignment and restricts peripheral vision, both compromising accuracy and stability.

Who is Chris Sajnog and what is his expertise?

Chris Sajnog is a retired Navy SEAL sniper and author of marksmanship books, known for his authoritative and professional instructional style in firearms training.

Where can I find more training resources from Chris Sajnog?

Chris Sajnog offers free marksmanship training videos and his book, 'The New Rules of Marksmanship,' which can be found via his official website.

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