Training During an Ammo Shortage | GUNS Magazine Podcast #74 | Presented by Berger Bullets

This training drill, demonstrated by Joel Park, focuses on the critical skill of managing distance changeups during live-fire practice. It emphasizes the importance of adjusting engagement speed and technique based on target distance and accountability, moving from aggressive rapid fire on close targets to more deliberate engagement on farther targets. The drill helps shooters develop the ability to transition smoothly between different sighting systems and aggression levels, a vital skill for real-world scenarios.

This content emphasizes that firearms training standards represent a minimum entry-level requirement, not an end state. Achieving a standard once does not equate to proficiency; continuous daily practice is crucial to make that standard a default. The speaker stresses the importance of performing under pressure, regardless of conditions, and the need to consistently re-qualify until the standard is an ingrained default.

This video by John G. Johnson, a firearms instructor, addresses common reasons for poor shooting accuracy, emphasizing that the issue often lies in a lack of a consistent system rather than the shooter's ability. Key takeaways include proper grip pressure distribution (60/40 split), avoiding over-squeezing with either hand, and the importance of a smooth trigger press. The instructor advocates for deliberate practice, including dry-fire exercises, and slowing down the shooting process to improve accuracy.

This video, presented by firearms instructor John G. Johnson, demonstrates the HTS MagMate 9mm magazine loader. The guide details how to use the loader for faster, easier magazine filling, reducing thumb strain. It covers compatibility with popular firearm magazines and highlights the product's American-made quality and free shipping within the US.

This video addresses how to handle firearms training sessions or competition matches where performance is not meeting expectations. Instructor Joel Park emphasizes analyzing the situation rather than succumbing to frustration. Key takeaways include managing unrealistic expectations, systematically troubleshooting equipment and technique issues, and maintaining a calm, analytical approach to identify performance breakdowns. The advice applies to both practice and competitive shooting scenarios.

This video by John G. Johnson, a firearms instructor, details the common grip errors that lead to inaccuracy, such as the 'thumb crush grip' and 'back gap'. He emphasizes achieving a positive grip by maximizing skin contact, positioning the pistol high in the web of the hand, and aligning the eye over the bore by moving the chin. Proper grip is presented as the foundation for accuracy and confidence.

This guide, informed by Roy Huntington, Editor of American Handgunner Magazine, details the critical differences between buckshot and birdshot for home defense. It covers their physical characteristics, penetration capabilities through walls, and effectiveness at close range. The advice emphasizes choosing a load based on concerns about over-penetration while stressing the universal importance of training, target identification, and using a light for any home defense scenario.

This guide details the field stripping process for a 1911 pistol, presented by Roy Huntington, Publisher of American Handgunner. It covers essential safety checks, step-by-step disassembly, and reassembly, emphasizing techniques to prevent damage. An alternative 'cheat' method for faster disassembly is also demonstrated, along with advice on using specialized tools for tight components.

This video showcases an exceptionally rare find: a first-generation 1873 Colt Single Action Peacemaker, discovered via metal detecting in Arizona. The expert speaker details its museum-quality condition, dating it to 1875, and analyzes the authentic patina and wear, including specific gutta-percha grip details and muzzle wear from holster friction. The firearm's discovery context among homestead ruins adds to its historical narrative.

This guide, presented by Roy Huntington, Editor of American Handgunner Magazine, outlines an efficient '5-minute clean' for modern semi-automatic pistols like the Glock 26/27. It emphasizes that over-cleaning is unnecessary and can cause premature wear. The process focuses on targeted cleaning of critical areas like the barrel and slide rails, with minimal lubrication applied only to high-friction points. Proper function checks after reassembly are also highlighted.