Start Shooting Better Episode 4: The Super Test

This video demonstrates a 'Draw and Fire' shooting drill, emphasizing efficient execution from the holster to engaging targets. Instructor Harold Cabunoc, also known as Ranger Cabunzky, showcases a drill using five rounds and a timer, achieving a respectable 5.25-second completion time. The drill highlights the importance of readiness, a smooth draw stroke, and accurate fire under time pressure, offering valuable insights for intermediate shooters looking to improve their practical pistol skills.

This video demonstrates a challenging trick shot involving flipping a roll of tape into the air and successfully shooting a bullet through its center. The process involves multiple attempts, highlighting the difficulty and precision required. The use of a high-speed camera is noted for analyzing the shot. The segment concludes with shooting a standard target.

This YouTube video focuses on demonstrating the 'doubles drill,' presented as the 'right way' to execute it. The content is instructional, aiming to teach viewers a specific shooting technique. The video is associated with TENICOR, a firearms-related company, suggesting a focus on practical application and potentially defensive shooting scenarios. While no specific firearm models or calibers are mentioned, the drill itself implies proficiency with a pistol.

This YouTube Short showcases a "Zipper Drill," a specialized training exercise favored by Special Forces. While the specific firearm used is not explicitly detailed in the title or description, the context strongly suggests a tactical firearms training scenario, likely involving a pistol or carbine. The drill's name implies rapid manipulation and transition, often seen in high-stress shooting environments. The hashtags indicate a focus on military and special operations, appealing to enthusiasts of tactical training and preparedness.

This YouTube Shorts video, titled "How to do Hammered Pairs #shorts #training #military", focuses on a specific firearms training technique. While the exact firearm used isn't explicitly stated, the context of "military" training suggests a focus on practical application and skill development. The tag "Hammered Pairs" indicates a drill designed to improve shooting proficiency and speed under pressure, likely relevant to tactical or combat scenarios.

This video, part 7 of the 'How to Train at an Indoor Range' series by Tactical Hyve, focuses on a grip exercise designed to quickly reacquire your sights on target after each shot. The instructor, Myles, demonstrates a technique to utilize grip pressure to ensure sights return to the point of aim. The video also promotes DryFireMag with a discount code and links to other Tactical Hyve resources and recommended gear such as Mantis X10 Elite and Tenicor Holsters.

Chris Baker of Lucky Gunner Ammo explains the 'Cruiser Ready' method for storing a home defense shotgun, balancing safety and accessibility. This technique involves a loaded magazine tube but an empty chamber, with the safety off and action unlocked. This allows for rapid deployment by simply racking the slide. Baker also advises loading the magazine one round shy of capacity to preserve magazine spring longevity and prevent potential failures.

The FBI's brief adoption of the 10mm Auto in 1989, primarily with the Smith & Wesson Model 1076, proved disastrous due to mechanical issues and complexity. This led to the development of the '10mm Lite' and ultimately the .40 S&W cartridge, which was quickly adopted by Glock and dominated law enforcement for decades. The 10mm Auto's potential was recognized, but its practical implementation by the FBI failed.

The Ruger Mini-14 has maintained popularity for nearly 50 years by filling a market gap for an affordable, practical semi-automatic rifle, drawing inspiration from the M14. Despite early accuracy criticisms and political controversies, design updates and competitive pricing have kept it relevant, though the rise of affordable AR-15s presents new challenges.

This review of the Chiappa 1892 Alaskan Takedown lever-action rifle highlights its unique takedown feature, making it highly packable. Chris Baker of Lucky Gunner Ammo details its design evolution, caliber options (.44 Mag, .357 Mag), and compares it to other takedown lever actions. While praising its smooth action and crisp trigger, Baker notes some cosmetic quality control issues and suggests ergonomic modifications for improved handling. The rifle demonstrated 100% reliability over 300 rounds with good accuracy from premium loads.