Jeff Kersten and Robin Godolphin of Gander Mountain Academy discuss a number of different types of shooting targets and how they can be used with your firearms. Paper, metal, and even exploding shooting targets are reviewed. Depending on what type of firearm and range you have, reactive targets can make your shooting more fun and challenging. Exploding targets, made by mixing Tannerite, are always fun when used responsibly in a controlled environment. Paper targets come in a variety of styles for a variety of shooting endeavors.
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Low Ready Position with a Long Gun
Rob Pincus explains the advantages of a muzzle low ready position, especially in an extreme close quarters situation. The low ready position allows for more efficiency and consistency when moving into a shooting position and for dramatically more control if your rifle is ever grabbed by an attacker.
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Reload Bolt Lock M4
Rob Pincus looks at two different reload positions with an M4 carbine. One position is efficient, safe, and gets you back in the fight quickly. The other is less efficient and even dangerous. Rob demonstrates reloads in both positions and explains why he believes keeping the carbine in three points of contact with the body while reloading is preferable.
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Benchmade SOCP Combat Dagger
If you’re looking for a good defensive combat dagger, the Benchmade SOCP is the right choice.
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Bipod vs. Improvised Rest
Instructor Don Edwards discusses and demonstrates the differences between shooting with a bipod and shooting from an improvised rest. Both methods can dramatically increase deviation control, but the improvised rest techniques are much more versatile and universal.
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