Try This Drill to Fix A Common Shooting Issue | First Person Defender Bonus

Published on December 20, 2020
Duration: 2:32

This drill, demonstrated with a Springfield XDME Elite, addresses common shooting issues like guns shooting low. It emphasizes 'calling your shot' by focusing on internal feedback ('What did I see?' and 'What did I feel?') immediately after firing, before visually inspecting the target. This technique helps identify anticipation and poor trigger control, reinforcing fundamental marksmanship through proper follow-through.

Quick Summary

To fix common shooting issues like guns shooting low, practice the 'call your shot' drill. After firing, ask yourself 'What did I see?' and 'What did I feel?' before looking at the target. This technique helps identify anticipation and reinforces proper follow-through, crucial for marksmanship.

Chapters

  1. 00:15Common Shooting Issue: Gun Shoots Low
  2. 00:23Causes: Anticipation & Looking Too Soon
  3. 00:36The 'Call Your Shot' Drill Explained
  4. 00:48How to Call Your Shot: What Did I See/Feel?
  5. 01:01Drill Demonstration: Draw, Fire, and Assess
  6. 01:30Self-Assessment Example
  7. 01:48Successful Shot Calling
  8. 01:55Benefits: Follow Through & Fundamentals
  9. 02:04Drill Variations: Holster or Ready Position

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main reasons a firearm might shoot low?

A firearm typically shoots low due to two primary reasons: shooter anticipation, where the shooter pushes into the gun just before it fires, or by looking to see the shot's result too early, often just before or as the shot breaks.

How does the 'call your shot' drill help improve shooting accuracy?

The 'call your shot' drill enhances accuracy by forcing the shooter to focus on internal feedback—what they saw and felt during the shot—before visually inspecting the target. This practice reinforces proper trigger control and follow-through, identifying anticipation errors.

What is the proper procedure for the 'call your shot' drill?

To perform the drill, draw and fire two rounds, maintaining follow-through. Immediately after firing, before looking at the target, ask yourself 'What did I see?' and 'What did I feel?' to assess your shot.

Why is maintaining follow-through important in shooting?

Maintaining follow-through is crucial because it ensures all fundamental marksmanship principles are upheld through the entire firing process, from trigger press to the bullet leaving the barrel. This drill specifically reinforces that concept.

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