What is that tape on your optic

This video explains the importance of target focus in shooting, particularly when using red dot sights. Instructor Joel Park details how to use optic occlusion as a training tool to prevent focusing on the dot itself and instead train the eyes to focus on the target. He emphasizes that this technique is beneficial for both new and experienced shooters and can improve accuracy and speed.

This video addresses common issues when switching from iron sights to pistol optics, specifically the difficulty in finding the dot. It explains how traditional iron sight training, which involves a slightly elevated barrel, creates muscle memory that hinders optic acquisition. The instructor advises a more horizontal presentation to ensure the dot is visible earlier.

This video by Ben Stoeger explains the critical concept of target focus in shooting, differentiating it from mere dot awareness. He introduces a dry-fire drill involving intentionally moving the firearm while focusing on the target to understand how the red dot behaves relative to the aiming point. The drill emphasizes psychological engagement with the target and highlights the mental fatigue associated with maintaining focus, suggesting progressive practice durations.

This 10-minute dry fire routine, led by world champion Lena Miculek, focuses on building fundamental pistol skills. It incorporates drills for grip, draw stroke, trigger control, and presentation, emphasizing technique over speed. The routine includes dedicated grip-building exercises to strengthen shooting muscles and can be repeated for longer training sessions.

This guide details a dry-fire drill to improve target transitions, emphasizing the importance of the gun following the eyes. Instructor Joel Park explains that the sight should move to the next target as soon as the eyes shift, rather than lagging behind. Consistent dry-fire practice, focusing on precise sight movement and eliminating extra motion, is key to making these transitions subconscious.

This video details the 'Ergo Challenge,' a firearms training drill designed to test ergonomics and speed. The drill involves engaging specific target zones with a set number of rounds, followed by a mandatory reload and further engagement. It can be performed with either a pistol or a rifle, with suggested par times for both live and dry fire.

This video demonstrates a critical malfunction where the magazine drops during recoil, a common issue in competitive shooting. Ben Stoeger, a professional competitive shooter, highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing such failures. The guide provides steps to troubleshoot this specific problem, emphasizing safety and proper firearm handling.

This video demonstrates a critical safety incident: an uncommanded discharge of a Sig Sauer P320 during the re-holstering process. Expert analysis from Ben Stoeger highlights the visual evidence of the discharge originating from the holster, emphasizing the importance of constant vigilance and proper technique even when the firearm is supposedly "safe" in its holster. The incident underscores the need for thorough firearm inspection and immediate post-incident assessment.

Ben Stoeger, a professional shooting instructor, explains common misconceptions about red dot sights. He emphasizes that true proficiency comes from focusing on the target, not the dot itself. The guide details training methods, like occluding the optic, to develop this crucial skill, comparing it to the lifelong refinement needed for trigger control.

This comprehensive dry fire program, led by World Champion shooter Ben Stoeger, focuses on refining fundamental handgun skills. It includes a structured warm-up, detailed drills for draw stroke mechanics, efficient reloads (including strong and weak hand only), and positional shooting from kneeling. The program emphasizes precision and control, progressing to dynamic movements and transitions essential for competitive shooting.