Skill Set: Consistent and Efficient
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The first problem was with his stance. When drawing the pistol he had to muscle the sights on target, as opposed to his body being in a position that allowed the pistol naturally come up on target “naturally,” without having to use muscle tension to get the sight picture. The stance and body are the platform that actually aims the pistol; we use the sights to confirm we’re on the exact spot needed before pressing the trigger.
Your stance is the foundation for everything that occurs above the feet and legs. Ideally you want to establish a “natural point of aim.” This is a position that relies more on bone support as opposed to muscle tension. Obviously there is muscle tension involved, but just like with long guns the less “muscle” involved the more consistent your position will be. Consistency is the path to creating the same results, over and over again. You look at the exact place on the target you want the bullet to go and draw the pistol. With the proper stance – and of course arm position and grip – all that’s left to do is visually confirm the sight picture and press off the hit. Consistency produces the predictable results.
His draw or presentation also needed refining. It was effective, but not efficient. During training and practice he had ended up incorporated separate steps from different draw styles into one presentation. Each step of the draw – regardless of the technique used - is designed to flow from one step to another in a fluid action. It should flow from one step to the next. Mixing or blending steps together from one or more presentation techniques isn’t going to be efficient.
Effective produces the desired results, but maybe not in a timely fashion. Efficient – a well-organized sequence - is always effective, and accomplishes the task in the shortest amount of time possible without waste. In most confrontations time is precious. It’s in short supply, and there’s none to waste. Your goal is for every action to be efficient. This means using the proper technique every time – consistency – that completes the task without waste – efficiency.
Can you deviate from consistency? Yes. For example, you normally shoot using both hands. But in the event of an injury to one hand/arm or the other then you’ll need to deviate, using a different technique to achieve the same results. To do this efficiently you’ll need to practice the “modified” technique in advance. Remember, it’s difficult if not impossible to acquire new skills in the middle of the fight.
Consistency and efficiency apply to every aspect of defense. Examples of consistency are regularly carrying the same type weapon and positioning your gear in a uniform manner. You may have to experiment some to discover what “efficient” is, according to the equipment used and your anticipated application. Once you discover consistent and efficient, then it’s time to practice in order to improve. Study this well.
Tiger McKee is director of Shootrite Firearms Academy
Your stance is the foundation for everything that occurs above the feet and legs. Ideally you want to establish a “natural point of aim.” This is a position that relies more on bone support as opposed to muscle tension. Obviously there is muscle tension involved, but just like with long guns the less “muscle” involved the more consistent your position will be. Consistency is the path to creating the same results, over and over again. You look at the exact place on the target you want the bullet to go and draw the pistol. With the proper stance – and of course arm position and grip – all that’s left to do is visually confirm the sight picture and press off the hit. Consistency produces the predictable results.
His draw or presentation also needed refining. It was effective, but not efficient. During training and practice he had ended up incorporated separate steps from different draw styles into one presentation. Each step of the draw – regardless of the technique used - is designed to flow from one step to another in a fluid action. It should flow from one step to the next. Mixing or blending steps together from one or more presentation techniques isn’t going to be efficient.
Effective produces the desired results, but maybe not in a timely fashion. Efficient – a well-organized sequence - is always effective, and accomplishes the task in the shortest amount of time possible without waste. In most confrontations time is precious. It’s in short supply, and there’s none to waste. Your goal is for every action to be efficient. This means using the proper technique every time – consistency – that completes the task without waste – efficiency.
Can you deviate from consistency? Yes. For example, you normally shoot using both hands. But in the event of an injury to one hand/arm or the other then you’ll need to deviate, using a different technique to achieve the same results. To do this efficiently you’ll need to practice the “modified” technique in advance. Remember, it’s difficult if not impossible to acquire new skills in the middle of the fight.
Consistency and efficiency apply to every aspect of defense. Examples of consistency are regularly carrying the same type weapon and positioning your gear in a uniform manner. You may have to experiment some to discover what “efficient” is, according to the equipment used and your anticipated application. Once you discover consistent and efficient, then it’s time to practice in order to improve. Study this well.
Tiger McKee is director of Shootrite Firearms Academy
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