Surprising Results: Retro 1911 Techniques Revisited with "Coch" and Dorr

Published on October 4, 2023
Duration: 20:05

This video revisits vintage WWII-era shooting techniques, particularly for the 1911 pistol, with retired Navy SEALs Dorr and Coch. They experimentally validate the effectiveness of one-handed shooting stances, the combat crouch, and point-shooting methods for static accuracy and close-range engagements. The analysis highlights how foundational principles from historical training remain relevant in modern tactical applications.

Quick Summary

Retired Navy SEALs Dorr and Coch revisit vintage WWII-era 1911 shooting techniques, validating one-handed stances and the combat crouch for static accuracy and close-range effectiveness. They highlight how foundational principles from historical training, like maintaining a stable center of gravity, remain relevant in modern tactical applications.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Retro Training
  2. 01:53Evolution of Pistol Sights
  3. 03:01W.E. Fairbairn and Combat Shooting
  4. 05:47Testing One-Handed Static Shooting
  5. 08:08The Combat Crouch and Point Shooting
  6. 11:30Support Variations and Final Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What are retro 1911 shooting techniques?

Retro 1911 techniques involve vintage methods like one-handed shooting, bladed stances for static accuracy, and the 'combat crouch' for close-quarters point shooting, as demonstrated by retired Navy SEALs Dorr and Coch.

Are old-school shooting techniques still effective?

Yes, according to retired Navy SEALs Dorr and Coch, vintage techniques like one-handed shooting and the combat crouch can still yield surprisingly effective static accuracy and close-range hits, validating foundational principles of marksmanship.

What is the 'combat crouch' in shooting?

The 'combat crouch' is a low shooting stance designed to minimize the target profile and lower the center of gravity, often used with point-shooting techniques for rapid engagement at close distances.

Who was W.E. Fairbairn and what are his contributions to shooting?

Captain W.E. Fairbairn developed point-shooting techniques based on his Shanghai Municipal Police experience, detailed in 'Shooting to Live.' His methods emphasized instinctive shooting without sights for close-range combat, influencing WWII-era training.

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