Training
Training is one of the most important parts of gun ownership. It may be your right to have a gun but it is your responsibility to properly train and know how to use your guns and if you do not know how to use something, then ask for help. Training is key.
Never just buy something and put it away and think you know what you are doing. You need to go to the range and train with it. Know the break point of the trigger and its reset, know the recoil you can expect. Don't be afraid of how the round will eject when cycling or how about hot to actually load a magazine, tube or cylinder or (clear) unload a gun (including a chambered live round) to make it safe.
Learn to fix a malfunction while keeping it pointed in a safe direction and how to hand a gun to another person. Training is very important and remember the four tenants of gun safety.
Field Training
Here is a great video for training using the Bakersfield PD Qualifiacation Drill. It is a four stage, 10 shot drill using an IDPA target. Each shot starts at a 10 point value for a possible top score of 100 points.
Stage 1 is 2 shots from 10 feet
Stage 2 is 2 shots from 20 feet
Stage 3 is 2 shots and a reload for 2 shots at 30 feet
Stage 4 is 2 shots at 60 feet
Scoring - inside the 8" circle is minus 0, in the 1 zone is minus 1, in the 3 zone is minus 3
Stage 1, 1.5 seconds is minus 0, each 0.25 seconds over 1.5 minus 1 each
Stage 2, 2.0 seconds is minus 0, each 0.25 seconds over 2.0 minus 1 each
Stage 3, 6.0 seconds is minus 0, each 0.25 seconds over 6.0 minus 1 each
Stage 4, 3.5 seconds is minus 0, each 0.25 seconds over 3.5 minus 1 each
Trigger Iso Drill by Baer Solutions - is a training drill, a call your shot drill. Take a look at this drill. Its a pretty good and different training. "It letting you explore and figure out how your trigger works and how you shoot".
Set up an ISO target at 3 yards. You need a three mags and a reload.
Never just buy something and put it away and think you know what you are doing. You need to go to the range and train with it. Know the break point of the trigger and its reset, know the recoil you can expect. Don't be afraid of how the round will eject when cycling or how about hot to actually load a magazine, tube or cylinder or (clear) unload a gun (including a chambered live round) to make it safe.
Learn to fix a malfunction while keeping it pointed in a safe direction and how to hand a gun to another person. Training is very important and remember the four tenants of gun safety.
Field Training
Here is a great video for training using the Bakersfield PD Qualifiacation Drill. It is a four stage, 10 shot drill using an IDPA target. Each shot starts at a 10 point value for a possible top score of 100 points.
Stage 1 is 2 shots from 10 feet
Stage 2 is 2 shots from 20 feet
Stage 3 is 2 shots and a reload for 2 shots at 30 feet
Stage 4 is 2 shots at 60 feet
Scoring - inside the 8" circle is minus 0, in the 1 zone is minus 1, in the 3 zone is minus 3
Stage 1, 1.5 seconds is minus 0, each 0.25 seconds over 1.5 minus 1 each
Stage 2, 2.0 seconds is minus 0, each 0.25 seconds over 2.0 minus 1 each
Stage 3, 6.0 seconds is minus 0, each 0.25 seconds over 6.0 minus 1 each
Stage 4, 3.5 seconds is minus 0, each 0.25 seconds over 3.5 minus 1 each
Trigger Iso Drill by Baer Solutions - is a training drill, a call your shot drill. Take a look at this drill. Its a pretty good and different training. "It letting you explore and figure out how your trigger works and how you shoot".
Set up an ISO target at 3 yards. You need a three mags and a reload.
Corporate Training
There are many companies that provide training. Ask your local Gun Shop keeper about who they would recommend for training. Once again. It is not ever wrong to ask for help or training. Sig Sauer offers training in New Hampshire. It is expensive but it quite extensive. Fox Den Solutions in Rochester, MA is a great place if you want to start with training. Even if you think you know what you are doing. From Safety to Stance to Security. Take a look at their offerings. |
Online Training
Classic Firearms has some great training videos. Here is a great AR / Sidearm training video. If you go through their list they have some great training mixed in with their reviews. How to Shoot an AR15 John from Warrior Poet Society has a great video on stance and framing to shoot an AR15 accurately. From someone who has cleared a few buildings in his time. Sig Sauer has some training videos in their Blog. Check this one out. |
AR 15 Maintenance
Midway AR DVD - awesome Taunton Armor Sports - Fixed Mag - How To 10 Mistakes to Avoid when Building an AR-15 -Tactical Toolbox AT3 Tactical - Building Guide AR XV - Builders Guide PDF How to Assemble Your Aero Precision M4E1 Lower Roll Pins for ARs Bolt Catch Retaining Roll Pin: 3/32″ x 1/2″ Trigger Guard Retaining Roll Pin: 1/8″ x 5/8″ Forward Assist Retaining Roll Pin: 3/32″ x 5/8″ Gas Tube Retaining Roll Pin: 5/64″ x 5/16″ Ejector Retaining Roll Pin: 1/16″ x 7/16″ Trigger Guard Detent Retaining Roll Pin: 1/16″ x 1/4″ Charging Handle Latch Retaining Roll Pin: 5/64″ x5/16″ A1 Rear Sight Wheel Retaining Roll Pin: 1/16″ x 1/4″ Forward Assist Pawl Retaining: 3/32″ x 1/2″ Forward Assist Pawl Retaining (new round): 1/16″ x 1/4″ Forward Assist Pawl Retaining (old teardrop): 1/16″ x 5/16″ |