SHOOTING BASICS BY LARRY VICKERS
Shooting Basics by Larry Vickers of Vickers Tactical is our third series of videos designed to educate New Gunowners. There are literally millions of new gun owners in the United States since the initial Covid-19 pandemonium began. The rush to purchase a firearm has only been compounded by the riots and civil unrest.
New gun owners mean there are a lot more individuals who need to be educated on how to properly handle a firearm. This series, Shooting Basics by Larry Vickers focuses on simple drills and instructions on handling your firearm. The goal of this series of videos is to provide a resource for new gun owners who are searching for some basics and fundamentals. This series is by no means the be all end all of for knowledge regarding handgun ownership, but it is a great introduction to the basics. We can provide the tool (handgun) but it’s your duty as a responsible gun owner to further your education and become a responsible and well-trained member of the 2A community.
THE 4 BASICS OF FIREARMS SAFETY
1) Treat every firearm as if it was loaded
2) Keep your finger off the trigger until you’re ready to fire
3) Muzzle awareness. Never point your firearm at anything you’re not willing to destroy.
4) Know your target and what is beyond/behind it.
HOW TO DRAW FROM A HOLSTER
Learning to draw your handgun from a holster is FUNDAMENTAL. You can practice and master this skill before you even make it to the range. Learning the correct way to draw your pistol is a very important component to master.
HOW TO SHOOT STRONG HAND ONLY
It is important to understand that training with your handgun is not just standing and shooting a piece of paper on a sunny day. Train for the worst-case scenario. Learning to shoot and reload your handgun one-handed is a skill set that you should spend some time working on.
HOW TO SHOOT SUPPORT HAND ONLY
It is important to understand that training with your handgun is not just standing and shooting a piece of paper on a sunny day. Train for the worst-case scenario. Learning to shoot and reload your handgun one-handed is a skill set that you should spend some time working on.
HOW TO DO A STRONG HAND “ONLY” RELOAD
It is important to understand that training with your handgun is not just standing and shooting a piece of paper on a sunny day. Train for the worst-case scenario. Learning to shoot and reload your handgun one-handed is a skill set that you should spend some time working on.
HOW TO DO A SUPPORT HAND “ONLY” RELOAD
It is important to understand that training with your handgun is not just standing and shooting a piece of paper on a sunny day. Train for the worst-case scenario. Learning to shoot and reload your handgun one-handed is a skill set that you should spend some time working on.
HOW TO TURN AND SHOOT
Turning around to deal with a threat may seem elementary, but it is something that should not be ignored when it comes to training.
HOW TO DIAGNOSE AND FIX YOUR SHOT GROUPS
This is a valuable video, especially for new handgun shooters. Larry Vickers explains how to diagnose your shot grouping and fix your issues.
UNDERSTANDING: “THE WOBBLE ZONE”
The “Wobble Zone” is nothing to be scared of. There is going to be natural movement when you are lining up your shot on target, whether you’re using your iron sights or a red dot sight. Still don’t get it? Don’t worry, Larry will break it down for you.
THE 5-5-5 DRILL
5-5-5 Drill 5 Seconds… from 5 Yards… 5 Shots on Target.
THE CLOSE OUT DRILL
The “Close Out Drill” is a good drill to end your day at the range. The goal is to get the tightest group possible.
