Shooting Illustrated Interviews Rob Leatham

This video details the 'crush grip' technique, a method used by legendary shooters like Bill Jordan and Rob Leatham, to combat low-left misses caused by sympathetic movement. By maximizing grip pressure with all non-trigger fingers, shooters can stabilize the hand and allow the trigger finger to operate in isolation, leading to significantly tighter groups. The guide includes specific dry fire and live fire drills to ingrain this technique.

This video from Joel Park and Dick Young of Vox Training Group delves into the mental aspects of planning and executing a shooting stage. It emphasizes the critical link between dry fire and live fire performance, stressing that dry fire must accurately replicate live fire conditions to identify and correct flaws. The discussion highlights the importance of extensive mental rehearsal and visualization, with speakers advocating for programming the stage plan to allow for subconscious execution during live fire, freeing up mental bandwidth for observation and adaptation rather than conscious decision-making.

This guide, based on instruction from professional shooter Ben Stoeger, focuses on critical firearm handling techniques. It emphasizes the importance of a solid grip, locked wrists, and precise trigger control for accurate shooting. Stoeger also addresses adapting to different firearm grip angles, like the Glock's, and debunks common misconceptions about grip mechanics, highlighting dry fire as a key training tool.

This video explains how to effectively build and change shooting habits, particularly when maintaining consistent pressures and cues during strings of fire. The instructor, Joel Park, emphasizes focusing on one or two habits at a time during dedicated dry-fire training sessions. He suggests rotating focus between different aspects like grip and sight acquisition for short periods, then testing these changes at the range. The core principle is that dry-fire is where habits are built and changed, while live-fire serves as an assessment tool to guide further practice.

This video addresses the common issue of being 'overcome by events' during shooting competitions or qualifications. The instructor emphasizes breaking down complex drills into individual components and practicing them separately in dry fire to build subconscious competence. By focusing on tactile cues and habitual execution of each element, shooters can reduce mental load and improve performance under pressure.

This video from NRA's 'Road to Mastery' series, featuring instructor Joe, provides expert-level instruction on fundamental shooting techniques. It covers optimal foot placement, knee and hip positioning for a stable fighting stance, proper upper body posture, and advanced grip strategies for maximum control. The instructor emphasizes precise trigger control and demonstrates these principles using both a Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 and a custom Double-Stack 1911, highlighting their applicability across different platforms.

This video from NRA Publications provides an in-depth look at the manufacturing process of Hornady ammunition, from bullet creation to final packaging. It details the steps involved in forming bullets, annealing and shaping cartridge cases, and rigorous quality control testing to ensure product reliability. The expert-level instruction highlights the precision engineering and domestic manufacturing of Hornady products in Grand Island, Nebraska, USA.

This video provides an expert overview of the British L1A1 SLR, a variant of the FN FAL. Mark A. Keefe IV, Editor-in-Chief of American Rifleman, details its design differences from the Belgian FN FAL, its extensive service history in conflicts like the Falklands War, and its eventual replacement. The segment highlights the rifle's robust construction, its adoption strategy by British Ordnance, and its legacy in firearm history.

This video documents a startling bobcat attack on a turkey hunter. The hunter's calls, intended for turkeys, attracted a bobcat which stalked and then pounced. The hunter's reaction caused the bobcat to retreat, highlighting the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters and the importance of situational awareness.

This video details the revival of Remington Ammunition under Vista Outdoor's ownership, focusing on the Lonoke, Arkansas facility. It highlights the brand's historical significance, the challenges faced during bankruptcy, and the strategic steps taken by Vista Outdoor to restore production, quality, and employee morale. The narrative emphasizes a commitment to American manufacturing and supporting the Second Amendment.