This is an exciting time! I finally got the ROMEO Zero optic to go on my SIG Sauer P365 XL. It had been ordered from Optics Planet in August of last year. I must say, it looks spanky! The texture on the sides of the optic match perfectly with the texture on the grip module. …
As most of you know, I’m a trainer. I like to train and help others train. I’ve had a tool in my bag for a couple of years now that is exceptional. They just released their latest version and it is AMAZING. Let me introduce you to the MantisX. I haven’t needed anything but the …
I teach about three or four one-hour pistol lessons every week. The most common problem that most shooters have is consistency. A lot of their shots are great, but there is always a flyer or two that misses the mark. Why is this? The answer is: stability. Most shooters think they have some super-human ability …
If you’re not using dry fire as an excellent tool to increase your skills, you’re making a mistake. I’m an avid user of LASR software, the Laser Activated Shot Reporter from John and the great folks at LasrApp.com. Version 4.1 came out in late November. John has some great training videos on his site too. …
The debate rages on about what the best handgun is for women or the elderly. There are similar assumptions made in both cases. I understand these generalizations do not apply to all woman (obviously) nor all the elderly, so work with me on this. The first assumption is that the new user will probably not …
What is the difference between training and practice? When you train you are learning a new skill or technique. You then practice what you learned when trained. So… What training have you failed to practice sufficiently? The answer is the same for all of us – trigger finger discipline. Second on the list is drawing …
I had the privilege of taking 1,000 rounds of 9mm NATO down to GLOCK US headquarters in Smyrna, GA last week to take the GLOCK Instructor’s Workshop. While it’s geared to Law Enforcement and Military instructors, I was given a pass based on my prior military service and current firearm instruction roles. Here are seven things I learned …
Since I’m at the range a lot, I see many shooters come and go. Some of the faithful have their routines all set. But most folks come in, put up a target, push it out and blast some holes. Pull it back, change it, push it out. Over and over, ammo gets burned up with no measurable results. …
