the weaver stance (strong side set back) was designed for a shoot and move situation, not for a "smaller target" and is still taught as the optimum stance to room clearing and dynamic situations... the isosceles stance (squared to target) is MUCH more accurate and is taught for quick shot situations and competition, not to "present body armor"... the ultimate goal is to not get hit. if you're hit, with or without body armor, you're down and out of the fight....
I like to compare shooting stances to a "boxing stance"--most people know what you mean if you put it that way. It's the same idea: being able to change directions easily, double back, double forward, etc. Also, there's the idea of "bring the rifle to you, don't bring yourself to the rifle." It's something I learned from playing Violin :). Less movement/economy of movement is always good. You hit on all this, though. Good video!
The only difference that I can see from the MOE is the locking feature that gets rid of a bit of the "play" you would normally find in the butt stock even after it's locked in position. It's not really a big deal, if you are on a budget and can save $30 with the MOE, I say go for it. I don't think they had the MOE when I bought this CTR.
You can probably find a very basic AR15 for around $800 now. The market is flooded with AR15's thanks to the Obama scare. Demand exploded and the manufacturers overdid it a bit, lol. But the costs depend on the name brand. I personally like Rock River. AR snobs will tell you Rock River sucks because they use commercial specs opposed to mil-spec specs. DPMS or Stag are the cheapest brands I would recommend, any thing else, don't risk it. NEVER buy from Gunsmoke Ent. TRUST ME.
I prefer gripping closer to the magazine or putting my hand around the hand guard with my thumb over the top for better stability, but to each his own. That's a nice stock you have on your AR. What is it?
And yes, where and how you grip the weapon is 100% personal preference. Some people tell me I should grip it further forward... Come on, just because it works for some doesn't mean it works for all... Thanks for commenting.
I have, and prefer the Crane SOPMOD. I got one of the KAC grips halfway on my rail but my grip is more of gripping the rail with my hand and hold it against the VFG as support. Not really a fan of "choking the chicken" on the VFG.
Way to go touching on eye relief. Alot of people don't realize how important that is.
Smoke420jointS 2 months ago
i find the "magpul dymanics grip" for lack of a better term works better
darthcollosus 2 months ago
the weaver stance (strong side set back) was designed for a shoot and move situation, not for a "smaller target" and is still taught as the optimum stance to room clearing and dynamic situations... the isosceles stance (squared to target) is MUCH more accurate and is taught for quick shot situations and competition, not to "present body armor"... the ultimate goal is to not get hit. if you're hit, with or without body armor, you're down and out of the fight....
TheWyatt007 9 months ago
You sound educated on the topics. Would you mind letting us know more about you or your background...thank you.
Kevpamluvr 10 months ago
I like to compare shooting stances to a "boxing stance"--most people know what you mean if you put it that way. It's the same idea: being able to change directions easily, double back, double forward, etc. Also, there's the idea of "bring the rifle to you, don't bring yourself to the rifle." It's something I learned from playing Violin :). Less movement/economy of movement is always good. You hit on all this, though. Good video!
DDTea 1 year ago
just recieved my rock river ar-15, when cocking it, would i use my hand that is NOT my trigger finger/on the pistol grip?
XxLilSavagexX72 1 year ago
@XxLilSavagexX72 yes. weak side (or off hand if your shooting weak side) is what you want to use for the charging handle...
TheWyatt007 9 months ago
thanks, dude....I'm practicing, great training videos
cdietz24 1 year ago
Ah, I had my head tilted while my cheek was resting on the stock, I'll try more vertical. Also had big ear muffs so that got in the way heh
EverythingisFire 1 year ago
4 people don't even own firearms.
benmodo 1 year ago
arent you that guy shooting in some university??
robetum 1 year ago
you say "you know" a lot like pacman lol,nice rifle man
sawyerbobby 1 year ago
good video. useful info. thanks.
mindsdevice 1 year ago
Thanks for the vids. Read your blog, too. Couldn't agree with you more.
scottcho 1 year ago
How do you like the Magpul CTR? Worth buying over the MOE?
littlesurfer519 2 years ago
The only difference that I can see from the MOE is the locking feature that gets rid of a bit of the "play" you would normally find in the butt stock even after it's locked in position. It's not really a big deal, if you are on a budget and can save $30 with the MOE, I say go for it. I don't think they had the MOE when I bought this CTR.
slagman5 2 years ago
I like hold the gun further out un the gun, for more control and better driving from terget to terget
Oxstayne 2 years ago
one question how much would a standard ar15 with no optics cost on average do you think because it is one of my all time favorite rifles
willadio 2 years ago
You can probably find a very basic AR15 for around $800 now. The market is flooded with AR15's thanks to the Obama scare. Demand exploded and the manufacturers overdid it a bit, lol. But the costs depend on the name brand. I personally like Rock River. AR snobs will tell you Rock River sucks because they use commercial specs opposed to mil-spec specs. DPMS or Stag are the cheapest brands I would recommend, any thing else, don't risk it. NEVER buy from Gunsmoke Ent. TRUST ME.
slagman5 2 years ago
@willadio just build one delton has a kits of $465 then add a stripped lower $700 dollars max for a complete
kenshrah 2 years ago
1,600 for a 16in Colt.
Oxstayne 2 years ago
just a quick note, the military uses side body armor as well as front and back plates.
HecklerandKochdude 2 years ago
Even if you have side armor, it's much thinner and not full to the armpit or on the arms.
HatrXx78 2 years ago 2
I prefer gripping closer to the magazine or putting my hand around the hand guard with my thumb over the top for better stability, but to each his own. That's a nice stock you have on your AR. What is it?
Excalibur01 2 years ago
That's the Magpul CTR. :-)
And yes, where and how you grip the weapon is 100% personal preference. Some people tell me I should grip it further forward... Come on, just because it works for some doesn't mean it works for all... Thanks for commenting.
slagman5 2 years ago
I have, and prefer the Crane SOPMOD. I got one of the KAC grips halfway on my rail but my grip is more of gripping the rail with my hand and hold it against the VFG as support. Not really a fan of "choking the chicken" on the VFG.
psych46 2 years ago