Developing Point of Aim with a RDS handgun optic

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  • Опубліковано 9 лип 2024
  • Aaron covers some simple diagnostics for building consistency and proficiency with a RDS handgun.

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  • @terryfathauer9697
    @terryfathauer9697 3 роки тому +31

    I have been shooting iron sights for about 40 years (I'm older than 40) and have been professionally carrying a handgun for 32 years. Age has brought me to utilizing a red dot on a pistol. Your instruction has been incredible!!! My transition to the red dot has been exciting and rewarding! Thank you VERY much!!

  • @Willis2515
    @Willis2515 7 років тому +234

    I'm always like "I don't have time to watch this whole thing" - and I always end up watching the entire video. fantastic video and explanation once again Aaron. I learn so much from these videos.

    • @Tristanramos1
      @Tristanramos1 7 років тому +12

      WJP556 the problem with most gun owners is that they don't want to take the time reach higher levels of shooting.
      Most gun owners want the one word/all too simple answers.
      If you carry a gun
      Take the time

    • @Olyphantman
      @Olyphantman 5 років тому +1

      Tristan Ramos 👍🏾

    • @MikeHoxafloppin
      @MikeHoxafloppin 2 роки тому +5

      Yeah, my legs go numb sitting on the toilet before I realize.

    • @shawnwhite2417
      @shawnwhite2417 2 роки тому +1

      Me too!😄

    • @ecalzo
      @ecalzo 2 роки тому +5

      Me too ... and in 2022 it is still one of the best video for RDS

  • @rustyshackleford17
    @rustyshackleford17 7 років тому +94

    I'd say I was a relatively early adopter of the pistol/rmr.
    The older people that I let try mine end up getting one on theirs because it helps them shoot better (aging eyes). My dad was astounded I put that much money into mine. Let him shoot it. Couple months later, he got one...and now his friends are all getting them.

    • @havocdevelopment6142
      @havocdevelopment6142 7 років тому +7

      Rusty Shackleford your name alone is award winning , if that is your real name 😉

  • @randolphcirilo4800
    @randolphcirilo4800 7 років тому +100

    Man, you are one hell of an instructor, do you work with just anybody's or LE only? Your videos have been crucial to my development, your explanations, your examples, your real world common man terms, you understand even if you have even a minimal time behind a firearm.. and I wish I could express to you how much you have helped me.. Thank You Aaron.

  • @DesertTactical
    @DesertTactical Рік тому +1

    6 yrs ago and this is still solid today. Awesome video.

  • @rodrickfrank1296
    @rodrickfrank1296 Рік тому +3

    I had my first concealed permit in 1998. I'm not new to shooting. Your style of instructing for me is perfection. You have to have a certain degree of intelligence to absorb the instruction, but you are well spoken, concise and to the point. I thank you Aaron, I'm a better and smarter shooter because of you.

  • @larryblair4765
    @larryblair4765 4 роки тому +3

    By far the best instruction on finding the dot. Thank you for all your videos. This is my go to channel for equipment testing and evaluation and just for great information. Again, thank you for all you do for us.

  • @quitepossible4498
    @quitepossible4498 6 років тому +33

    I chuckle when I see RDS advocates with time behind the RDS attempt to articulate this but they lack the actual in depth knowledge/experience to relay what you have perfectly delivered.
    This is the best explanation I’ve seen in years.

  • @dzlkawboy33
    @dzlkawboy33 2 роки тому +1

    This is absolutely fantastic information. How this channel doesn't have at least a million subscribers is kinda mind boggling.

  • @davidrahbany
    @davidrahbany 2 роки тому

    Six year-old video still seems completely relevant and contemporary. Very clear and approachable instruction. Well done!

  • @JEJAK5396
    @JEJAK5396 7 років тому +23

    Yet another informative lunch break. Thanks Aaron.

  • @prairiestatepatriots
    @prairiestatepatriots 11 місяців тому

    This channel is UA-cam gold. I got licensed as an instructor in 2016 but I'm always looking for ways to be better. Thank you for what you do man.

  • @lexxb6386
    @lexxb6386 4 роки тому +4

    Pretty serious amount of information for free. Thanks for the time you put into these including the time into the knowledge you've obtained.

  • @boxerdad214
    @boxerdad214 7 років тому +58

    SPOT ON BRO.... Best firearms videos and education... thank u

  • @ClintK.
    @ClintK. 2 роки тому +6

    Just what I needed. Been struggling. Just got me a Hellcat with a sig romeo. Time to go buy another box of ammo to do it right. I was told to sight it in on my iron sight. Very well explained.

  • @Cortney_Whitecotton
    @Cortney_Whitecotton 2 роки тому

    Thank u I learned more in this video than watching 20 other videos. I appreciate u taking the time to make this video Aarron.

  • @t34bravo
    @t34bravo 3 роки тому +2

    4 years later...this is still an awesome video. My agency is switching to 9mm G45 w/ RDS and I transition this weekend. Appreciate the gauge. Stay safe, brother.

  • @richardsparks236
    @richardsparks236 2 роки тому

    Your visuals were the best in helping me understand the process!

  • @jimsilva5344
    @jimsilva5344 3 роки тому +4

    This is simply an excellent lesson on using the red dot and learning how to aim and shoot. I would very much like to have you teach me sometime soon because you can never get enough training and learning is always the best from the best. Thank you.

  • @lee-gdk9530
    @lee-gdk9530 7 років тому +10

    "this is a complete range diagnostic drill"
    I needed this a year ago when I first got started on shooting an RMR'd gun. Good stuff Aaron.

  • @JBleeZy6969
    @JBleeZy6969 Рік тому

    Just found your channel. The most informational rmr video I've seen so far. Great instructor!

  • @delbert3539
    @delbert3539 Рік тому

    I have thirty years on iron sights and I just shot fifty rounds with the dot. I am terribly slow finding the dot but I can already tell that if I will continue to practice the dot is by far the better system. I must add, I am now 72 years of age and had to use my bifocals to use the iron sights . I could keep the front sight in focus everything else was fussy but I could still hit targets out to 25 with consistency but beyond that I may as well of thrown the gun at the target. The dot is in focus without using my bifocals and therefore the target is in focus. This alone makes whatever practice I need to be well worth the perceived outcome. Your training is extremely beneficial. Thank you.

  • @thibert35
    @thibert35 2 роки тому

    I can't tell you how many times I've watched this video over the years. Very useful information.

  • @davidgeeman3254
    @davidgeeman3254 2 роки тому

    Dude…seriously…thank you. Broke it down, kept a good pace, kept it informative…did NOT drone on. Solid foundation and reasoning for your statements. Gonna keep sponging this info and from your videos. Thank you again.

  • @tonyl3762
    @tonyl3762 3 роки тому +12

    I find that the thumb on my support hand (left) REALLY helps me with acquiring sight of the dot. When I focus on pointing that thumb toward the target, I'm using my body to naturally line up the barrel with the target, and so the dot shows up more consistently since the gun is fairly well aligned already. My support thumb is being used as a natural indexing point for aiming. It makes sure I don't push the gun/dot too far left.
    I'm a little surprised that I haven't heard this tip before anywhere; I had to figure it out on my own. Trainers I've seen tend to just say "practice over and over" and refer to natural hand-eye coordination rather than something specifically helpful potentially. Though maybe I'm missing something; I'm no expert.

  • @noonenoesbutme
    @noonenoesbutme 3 роки тому +4

    Wow man, you're an amazing instructor. I can tell you are quite intelligent, know what you don't know, and have a fundamental understanding of what you teach. I have no doubt you'll be extremely successful in drawing LEO and military training alike to your company. Damn good shot too.

  • @cpiper6338
    @cpiper6338 3 роки тому +4

    Such an excellent, in depth explanation! I know this is from 2016 but I wish I had seen it before this. Big learning curve when a really knowledgeable instructor can impart that knowledge succinctly. I've seen a couple of your videos before but this one just made me an instant subscriber! Kudos!

  • @michaelpauley4028
    @michaelpauley4028 3 роки тому

    Finally! An intelligent articulate presentation on optics that doesn’t condescend to tell me how a gun works. Kudos to you sir.

  • @CrikeyArchie
    @CrikeyArchie 2 роки тому +1

    An excellent logical exposition, especially for a new user. I have used 1911 iron sights for over 40 years so my transition (losing iron habits) may take some time. But it makes sense. And for my son who is embarking on 3Gun it neatly captures the essence of the principles of the use of the RDS. Thanks a bunch, Aaron. Regards, DocJ. BTW, I just noticed Terry Fathauer's remarks below. Gives me some comfort.

  • @eb5000
    @eb5000 3 роки тому

    I’ve forwarded this video to many folks transitioning to dots. This video is priceless. Thanks Aaron

  • @davidbennett1585
    @davidbennett1585 2 роки тому +1

    Got my red dot as a gift for Christmas. First outing was dismal. Watched your video x2, learnt a tremendous amount. Still dealing with the learning curve but making considerable progress. Appreciate you sharing your knowledge

  • @bannyss1
    @bannyss1 4 роки тому +16

    I know this an old video, but I’m a long time iron shooter and just recently switched to an RMR, for me not a bad transition but this video really helped some struggles I couldn’t exactly figure out on my own. Thanks keep up the good work!

  • @umbra9628
    @umbra9628 5 років тому +6

    I am really grateful for the quality instructions in these videos
    I watch a good amount of firearms channels, but I really feel like I learn and digest more here.

  • @Oper8or
    @Oper8or 6 років тому +3

    I admit you have the best videos I have found on RDS (RMR) optics. We really appreciate you making the videos and sharing your knowledge.

  • @nolancastro9197
    @nolancastro9197 3 роки тому +4

    Awesome video Aaron! I'm new to red dot optics and would like to sharpen my point of aim/red dot sight abilities. Your explanations were clear and concise, and even using the Sharpie on that target helped immensely. Thanks dude!

  • @PhotoCaptured
    @PhotoCaptured Рік тому

    Here we are on a 6yr old video at the time I'm watching.
    I'm at 269rnds experience with my Holosun 507C, so total noob.
    Your videos and explanations mean I basically had no "transition" or learning period when I took on the RDS world.
    Zeroed to 25M on day one, and I'm nearly up to my proficiency that I can do with irons.
    I shoot at an expert marksman level with irons, and good to excellent speed.
    For now I'm still a little on the slow side with the RDS, but picking it up fast.
    Just knowing that I don't have to worry about "alignment" was an easy one to ignore when I made my first 100rnds of draw-to-fire reps go really well.
    These videos and your excellent explanations are the gold standard by which all RDS training and tips are judged.
    Even top level instructors all point to your work, so clearly you're doing things right.
    Cheers 🔥

  • @winstonsmiths2449
    @winstonsmiths2449 2 роки тому +4

    Back for another viewing. A-A-ron is a f-ing outstanding instructor. Shujin may be a better term. Love me some Warrior Poet, love me some Field Craft Survival, but Aaron ties it all together so neatly and simply. No fan-bois myths, nothing personal, willing to learn and listen. No macho overtones where if you do not do it his way, you ain't sh!t.
    It is a shame that he does not have at least 1,000,000 subs.

  • @johnnelson6370
    @johnnelson6370 7 років тому

    One of the best explanations of RDS use I have seen, thanks.

  • @Amberdogproductions
    @Amberdogproductions 2 роки тому

    Gotta say. This is a very well put together video and put in an order that all makes it work. As well as motivating to get this thing rolling. Thank you.

  • @cleckler71
    @cleckler71 7 років тому

    Fantastic video! Extremely helpful info! Makes perfect sense the way you explained and demonstrated.

  • @victorrodriguez2806
    @victorrodriguez2806 11 місяців тому

    Wow! Excellent verbal presentation.
    I'm almost 60. I shot on the Marine Corps rifle and pistol teams. So iron sight are dear to my heart. But as all old people begin to have problems with multiple focal point, Im thigh deep in that club.
    I've shot quite a few of my friends and families handguns with the red dots.
    10 years ago I would have argued with you about them being the future. Well, now Im on board.
    While I don't usually listen to young men like yourself speak to me about guns and aiming in particular. I had been listening to your schpeel for a few minutes when I realized the words coming out of your mouth sounded like me giving instruction to a real shooter. I said, to myself this youngster is spot on!! I did finish the whole video. And yes even I learned something.
    Thank you. Keep pressin' on. Shoot strait. One shot one kill.

  • @wth32
    @wth32 4 роки тому +1

    This is the best instruction I have viewed on pistol red dot training.

  • @rodneyburkett4325
    @rodneyburkett4325 6 років тому +1

    Hello Aaron, I added a Canik TP9 SFX (which BTY is optic ready) to my arsenal a month ago. Today I have a Vortex Venom 6-MOA being delivered to mount on the Canik. This is my first red dot optic so I have really been busy trying to learn everything that I can from professionals like yourself on UA-cam that offers helpful instructions so I will have a plan in place to start using and learning how to use a red dot optic site proficiently from a students view. You really went the extra mile in really explaining how to identify various problems and adjusting to correct such. I have subscribed !! VERY HELPFUL INFORMATION!! Thanks

  • @anthonyhubnik6175
    @anthonyhubnik6175 2 роки тому

    My goodness this was the best video on dot presentation and returning to proper practices!! Thank you very much!

    • @user-ed2zm1zn7h
      @user-ed2zm1zn7h 2 роки тому

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  • @kyleedralin2467
    @kyleedralin2467 4 роки тому

    One of the best tutorial videos I’ve seen on how to shoot a red dot

  • @ToXSicK1340
    @ToXSicK1340 7 років тому

    You are the MAN Aaron!!! Thank you and PLEASE Keep these Video's coming.

  • @albertozamudio1479
    @albertozamudio1479 3 роки тому

    This is a fantastic bundle of knowledge packed in 20 minutes. Thanks man I am now a loyal subscriber

  • @ArchetypeofMan
    @ArchetypeofMan 4 роки тому +1

    You single handedly convinced me on the merits of "the dot" through your presentations, and your paper on the subject. I believe you are spot on about this being the future of handguns and the pros are virtually impossible to argue with. The cons seem to be self correcting through technological advances and proper practice and training. Thank you so much for being this passionate and committed to this!

  • @Big88Country
    @Big88Country 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks Aaron, appreciate your time and the total explanation of refining your sight alignment, and grip to quickly get on target. It really is practice, practice, PRACTICE! It seems like it should be so much easier focusing on 1 focal plain, but when you are so use to doing it another way it takes time.

    • @user-ed2zm1zn7h
      @user-ed2zm1zn7h 2 роки тому

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  • @Mugennunez
    @Mugennunez 5 років тому

    Man your video helped a lot with my RMR issues, great tips. Much appreciated!

  • @myktm1ify
    @myktm1ify 4 роки тому +2

    Awesome video! Love all the training and technique info you share with us all! Learn way more watching your videos then i do from our LEO firearm instructors

  • @GKUZYK1
    @GKUZYK1 4 роки тому

    Aaron, Excellent informative video.. I have been watching your videos for the past weeks and has helped me quite a bit.. This video is one of the best for me that will give me the proper way to focus on the target and present the firearm the right way. Thanks

  • @irishsavage8715
    @irishsavage8715 4 роки тому +2

    Excellent information, I’m still getting the hang of my pistol mounted RMR after three years of use. I thoroughly enjoy the content you put out despite the fact that you sport a soul patch.

  • @tatemtremayne
    @tatemtremayne 4 роки тому

    Man thanks, I just bought a canik tp9sfx last week with a vortex viper red dot. This is my first hand gun, and I went to zero it yesterday. Everything I went through and experienced yesterday zeroing the red dot you went over in this video. Got to love youtube. Cant wait to go back to the range, and incorporate some of the things you talked about in this vid.

  • @GriffonAriac
    @GriffonAriac 7 років тому +1

    Thanks for a great video, I'm putting a rmr on one of my off duty guns. This info is great for giving me a heads up on what to look for and expect as I transition.

  • @RetiredBadge
    @RetiredBadge 4 роки тому

    Greatest Video I have seen on using a RMR!!! Thank you sir.

  • @taulce1
    @taulce1 7 років тому +3

    Great video Aaron. Just ordered my first RMR and I think this will be really helpful.

  • @mykey6241
    @mykey6241 3 роки тому

    dude. that was great. you are a natural teacher. thank you. I pickup my new rig with trijicon next week. Ill probably watch this 10 more times before then.

  • @exvso8m1
    @exvso8m1 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome video! Learned a lot from watching this. You are a great instructor!

  • @himawaricopter
    @himawaricopter 2 роки тому

    I also had the same challenge of learning to switch from quickly focusing on the front iron sight, to quickly focusing on the target and bringing the dot on to it. You articulated it perfectly. Great video!

  • @DannyCappo
    @DannyCappo 2 роки тому

    Love this video. Just had a Trijicon RMRcc installed on my Glock 19x. Was having problems finding the red dot but your advice is exactly what others have told me to do. 🤙🏾

  • @estebanescobar8499
    @estebanescobar8499 4 роки тому

    This is my go to video, whether is be i spend a long time away from the range or have a bad shooting day I always come back to pick up on something I forgot/missed.

  • @willb9411
    @willb9411 2 роки тому

    Aaron what do I owe you for this video and lesson, it is worth every penny, so much information that is very valuable to me, thanks brother for this Amazing training video, love my RDS even more!

  • @delbert3539
    @delbert3539 Рік тому

    Damn, your very good at give us information that is understandable and usable. Thank you.

  • @peter2945
    @peter2945 2 роки тому +1

    Training with a laser light is helping me to ingrain the movements to bring it to my eye. Great videos sir!

  • @MrJkfamilyguy59
    @MrJkfamilyguy59 4 роки тому

    This guy is a very good teacher. Wish I lived near his location. I certainly take classes from him. Great job.

  • @arapahoetactical7749
    @arapahoetactical7749 4 роки тому

    Very well done Aaron. I've been shooting since the 70's, teaching since the 80's so I have lots of time on iron sights. I'm just moving to a red dot because I can no longer focus on the front sight without tipping my head back and looking through the bottom of my glasses lens. Yeah, that really instills fear in your threat. I've been getting some tips from the younger guys at the shop but your explanation is the best by far. I'll book mark this video and come back to it as I push on with this new skill set. Thanks again.

  • @mississippi0521
    @mississippi0521 2 роки тому

    This is the video I've been looking for on UA-cam you told it all showed methods techniques and practice very good training video great job has helped me understand on how to use my Red Dot thank you

  • @davidfarber2210
    @davidfarber2210 6 років тому

    Great video Aaron and appropriate for me since I just got my first red dot pistol. Thanks for the tips.

  • @brettcall6
    @brettcall6 4 роки тому

    Im not very experienced at handguns, and I just purchased my first red dot. And everything you said made sense. Explained very well. And good job on not getting off topic and making things confusing. Nice job, thank you! I’ll be using your videos for help. 👍🏻

  • @brettkos3081
    @brettkos3081 5 років тому

    Just built myself a Glock with an rmr. Started with a stripped frame, mostly stock parts, aftermarket connector and a KE arms bravo slide cut for a trijicon rmr. I can't wait to get good with that gun. I appreciate the information going into training with this new platform

  • @MrJoecango
    @MrJoecango 5 років тому

    Great video, I just put RMRs on 2 of my pistols and this gave me several things to work on to get proficient.

  • @Mrgunsngear
    @Mrgunsngear 7 років тому +84

    good stuff

    • @rodm2see
      @rodm2see 7 років тому +1

      Mrgunsngear Channel and no porn music...lol j/k

    • @johnk.7523
      @johnk.7523 6 років тому

      Indeed.

    • @TheTyphoon365
      @TheTyphoon365 4 роки тому

      We need to get the dogs on it tho

  • @r3dg471
    @r3dg471 2 роки тому

    Your amazing at instructing. Crazy How you can explain concepts and ideas and relate them. You deliver info very fast but I can still understand it because you explained it so well.

  • @jasoncable4384
    @jasoncable4384 5 років тому

    Excellent video, and some great instruction. Thank you 👍

  • @Streetgang1956
    @Streetgang1956 Рік тому

    Very detailed and articulate! Incredibly bright fella! Somewhat above my pay grade! Impressive!

  • @Truckboy383
    @Truckboy383 Рік тому

    Awesome info, sir. Thanks so much for sharing with the community.

  • @joemoscon7369
    @joemoscon7369 6 років тому

    By far the best video, especially for a beginner competitor like myself.

  • @CFairNH
    @CFairNH 6 років тому

    I know I'm late to the party because this video is almost 2 years old, but these are great material. Thank you

  • @Renman78
    @Renman78 4 роки тому

    Great detail presented. It really helped me out a bunch!

  • @TheMacturnal
    @TheMacturnal 4 роки тому

    soooo much knowledge in one video.. thanks Aaron!!..

  • @willschaust7978
    @willschaust7978 2 роки тому

    Very good video. Explains a lot of the question I had. Thanks!

  • @c-5terminator367
    @c-5terminator367 4 роки тому

    Aaron,
    Excellent video and information.
    Stay Vigilant.

  • @jpclarkemd
    @jpclarkemd 5 років тому +1

    Great video. Very helpful in understanding red dots for a beginner. Thanks.

  • @markhursey6800
    @markhursey6800 7 років тому +2

    I don't think there is anyone else that could have explain it better... you have the best u tube videos out there.🍻👍

  • @joerighetti4658
    @joerighetti4658 6 років тому

    Very well explained, extremely thorough.

  • @rotex
    @rotex 2 роки тому

    What brings you back on target is muscle memory. It amazes me on a double tap how close my second shot can be to my first shot. At times, I have had the second shot almost seem to have interred the same hole as the first shot made. As the bullet moves down the barrel, the rifling cause it to spin, as this happens torque is created causing the gun to twist and pressure creates muzzle flip. Depending on the on which way direction the rifling is cut will determine which way the gun will twist. This is a shorted description of all that happens. What you need to understand it not just the muzzle flip that occurs, the gun twist also. The gun barrel does not only move up and down. Practicing trains your muscle memory to bring you back in line with your target. Some call it instinctive shooting, intuitive shooting or practical shooting. I call it fun. I am old school, but thinking about putting a red dot on my gun for cancelled carry. Great instructions, thanks.

  • @carlosjavieruhlmann
    @carlosjavieruhlmann 5 років тому +2

    Aaron you are doing a lot of good to a lot of people. This is definitely information we can use versus the plethora of "informationals" and disguised advertisement that abounds on UA-cam. Thank you, your knowledge and valuable contribution to your fellow Warriors in much appreciated.

  • @cpercival02
    @cpercival02 7 років тому

    this video is spot on! thats why i visit this channel always informative info.

  • @Tacgirlmichelle
    @Tacgirlmichelle 6 років тому

    Awesome information!!!!!!! Best explanation/demo!!!

  • @SpaceSnaxxx
    @SpaceSnaxxx 3 роки тому

    I'm a neuroscientist and with all the research I've done I say with confidence that this is the best explanation for red dot sight physiology I've come across.

  • @rlovell383
    @rlovell383 4 роки тому

    WOW. That was a wealth of info for a noob red dot shooter like myself. Thank you for making this video!

  • @CleanRunShooting
    @CleanRunShooting 6 років тому

    Expertly articulated.

  • @justkickinit6878
    @justkickinit6878 Рік тому

    I think you missed your calling (that Rembrandt drawing skill🤣)! Most excellent explanation on mechanics of transitioning into the pistol optics world. Thank you!

  • @grayone8361
    @grayone8361 4 роки тому

    Outstanding tutorial! Thank you sir!

  • @danielrodriguez5463
    @danielrodriguez5463 3 роки тому

    Fantastic explanation. Thank you !

  • @DoomsdayHomeDefense
    @DoomsdayHomeDefense 5 років тому +2

    Nice job. I am a new red dot owner and will use your method during my first session

  • @seanwhite304
    @seanwhite304 5 років тому

    I actually learned a lot from this video . Thanks boss

  • @JustScottPaid
    @JustScottPaid Рік тому

    23:15 Never really thought about that before.
    So true.
    And thank you for this valuable video.

  • @TheOneSoulMate_
    @TheOneSoulMate_ Рік тому

    Great video once again!!!