The first in a series of videos for RDS handgun beginners, or those looking to improve their efficiency, Aaron covers the basics of the drawstroke for the RDS handgun.
Forever learning my friend some of these folks have 20 -30 + years of training and experience but im glad they have taken the time to share the knowledge with others
v2 Neo, I’ve been teaching police cadets, experienced officers, and civilians for more than 40 years, but I’m still learning every day. Aaron’s videos are some of the best out there.
Learning in firearms proficiency NEVER STOPS. I am 62 years old and have been shooting and teach shooting for years inbthe Marines. I have learned soo much from this young Man's classes. My problem is I have developed tons of bad habits through the years. Stay in learning mode!!!!!
Just wanted to say thanks to Aaron for putting out so much great content. No nonsense, no hubris, just a guy who knows his stuff sharing the knowledge. Thanks Aaron!
SD & the Jedi cadre guy are 2 of the best resources for modern pistol RDS, rear optic systems. The high 💲💲💲 price turns many away but as the units improve, more end users, armed officers will get them.
I’ve never seen your eyes until today... now I know why you always cover them... They’re gorgeous and i can barely pay attention to anything you’re saying
Great video Aaron, I’ve followed you for a while and actually just received my first RMR this week. Been dry firing for the past two days, these tips helped a good bit. Hope to see some more videos like this in the future, thanks
I’m waiting on my first dot pistol and watching your series to prepare! Thanks for this you ROCK! If the world doesn’t blow up I hope to train with you! Paul
Man, this video has been one of the most helpful ever in getting me to better coordinate my drawstroke & target acquisition with my red dot. Thanks! :)
Thanks, Aaron. I just switched to an RDS after 38+ years as a LEO and iron sights. My eyes with age are making the iron sights more difficult and the RDS really addresses that for me. You answered a lot of the points I am seeing while getting familiar with the RDS. Thanks again! Stay safe and Semper Fi!
For a second I was confused when you kept saying horizontal.. and then it clicked and it made sense I've been saying the same thing generally as what you've said but you just turned into a much finer set of statements thank you! I always love finding a better way to say things when teaching.
Dry fire with the RDS has proven to be so much more beneficial then with irons because you get the feed back of the dot sighting system not just the reps of draw stroke and trigger press. Thanks Save Dynamics for putting out such great content.
I almost skipped this video because the transition from iron sights to red dot had really not been that difficult for me, and I thought I had it down. A few things to tweak there and there, but it's been relatively painless. Boy am I glad I did not skip it! Somehow this managed to address exactly what I needed to refine my red dot draw. I can't wait to apply it in dry fire tonight. Thanks Aaron!
Just got my first rds, holosun 507 on a 19x done by jagerwerks. I've watched all your rds fundamental videos at least 5 times each, over the past month. Can't wait to see the rest of the series
Been running jagerwerks rmr cut g5g17 and for a several months now an bf that was watching A-Arons vids religiously. You should see exponential improvement in shooting an rds with his advice.
Just sent in my slide to them with Holosun 407c. Seems they are popular the lead time is 4-8 weeks but they are definitely in high demand so I wouldn’t be surprised if it takes longer
This was extremely helpful in finding the dot for me, as a cross eyed dominant shooter bringing the backplate to my nose under left eye was mind blowing Now a little more “refined” in bringing the optic window to my eye with proper grip tension and the dot is always there
Thanks Aaron for providing this invaluable training to the shooting community without everyone having to first find a reputable RDS instructor, then spend a lot of money for a class.
I plan to get a new Glock 45 MOS 9mm. I'm going to add surpressor style night sights or OP blue sights. I like the Trijicon SRO unit but the "encapsulated" Aimpoint ACRO is cool.
Very eager for the balance of the series. I’m awaiting delivery of a certain comped G45, which will be the first RDS handgun for me. Thanks for covering this topic at the perfect time.
I plan to buy a new blue label 👮♂️ Glock 45 9mm MOS. I'm not sure what style RDS or optic I might buy later, 2021. Jedi says the Trijicon SRO is great. I'd wait for a improved Aimpoint series ACRO.
When I first time looked through my red dot window I thought to fill a return cause it’s broken. Only in a couple of minutes I understand that I’m trying to focus on a dot instead of target behind it)) thank you for these videos, it really helps a lot!
I don't know if it works for anyone else but I use my primary hand to do most of the guidance like I'm pointing at the target, then I will switch it and use my support hand to do most the guidance. I find that my primary hand is more accurate, but I practice with both hands one at a time first a couple dozen times before I do a normal draw stroke with both hands guiding and have found it to help tremendously. I'm a guitarist so I have learned over the years to break it into smaller pieces and focus on one technique and one hand at a time until I don't have to think about it, and then bring both techniques together for synchronization and accuracy.I am no expert in shooting a rds at all but it might help others. Thanks for these invaluable videos.
Lol @ the Dr Seuss moment. I see what you did there. Already liking the "escalator" drawstroke method vs my usual abruptly punch out method. This gives me much more control with where the red dot will end up at the end of my drawstroke.
Backplate to nose is such a great tip... Struggled with the high muzzel with RDS pistol originally. Wish I knew backplate to nose when I went to RDS pistols!!!
I carry appendix also but I find that my support had mates with the gun in the early phase with the gun still making its rotation from appendix to vertical. I’m a righty and yes your explanation makes perfect sense as to why my dot seems to come from the left. It was bothering me but I didn’t see any motion that I could change or get rid of.
I'd see the Trijicon SRO. The cadre Jedi, Scott says that model is ✅. I say RDS or rear optics are the future for sworn LE 👮♂️ & CCW, armed professionals.
When people shoot the rigs i have with dots, they always say "man, its bouncing everywhere"... "Well, so are the irons boss". Then they stand there blinking, then nod, and get after it.
Holy hell, I've been chasing my strong hand with my support hand. Such a simple explanation, but it cuts right to the heart of a grip issue I've been struggling with for years. I've never heard it explained that way before but it's so clear now.
Aaron, thank you for these great RDS videos. What irons would you recommend for the lowest/usable sight picture for a milled G19 with a trijicon RMR? Ameriglo 429s? Thank you, Sir!
Would u ever switch to a green dot? I had the choice on my new optic I ordered and have used both, and can maybe even see green easier, but I still ordered red because that's what I use on my riffle.... now kinda wishing I got green, I'm always indecisive 😆 thoughts PLEASE???
What are your thoughts on cross eye dominate for red dots? Im RH shooter with left eye dominate. Do you think my learning curve is even more impacted vs someone who isn't cross eye dominate? I feel like if I used my right eye I can acquire sight picture and spot the dot on the draw stroker better perhaps?
I never picked up sights first shooting a pistol. I've always shot both eyes open with a threat focus and brought the sights to my eye line. Just recently got a dot for my EDC but haven't zeroed it yet. I've been going through these videos for the past couple of weeks trying to pick up any tips or tricks.
I was under the impression that you want the dot to drop from the 12 o'clock position into the center of the reticle. It seems to me that you're saying we should practice presenting the pistol perfectly level already. That way it's already on target as you're staging the trigger. That does sound ideal, but it would take tons and tons of practice to get there. Is having the dot drop from the top not a good introductory technique?
Can one actually train to quickly find the dot--without having to perform small circles w/ the hands to find the dot--in a life and death encounter while the body is shaking?
Funny, he said backplate to nose i put my grip together(unarmed) but legit did what he said not to do RIGHT before he said it. My arms didnt even fully extend before he says dont put the backplate to your nose then push out.
Sorry, but I had to chuckle after 6:30. He talks about knowing where your hands are and back plate to nose then looked down to holster every single time he did so, lol : )
I've been feaning for one of these. These aren't out in the wild yet, are they? I've only seen review versions. When are they shipping to distributors?
Aaron has covered the good ones for the most part as far as I know. Holosun has a few that are really good. Also you can never go wrong with a Trijicon RMR. He was running the RMR the majority if not all of this video.
The more I learn about shooting (as in anything) the more I realize how much more I have to learn.
Same. The more I try and take in, the more I see, I dont know much. But, that is learning, and working a path way through....
Forever learning my friend some of these folks have 20 -30 + years of training and experience but im glad they have taken the time to share the knowledge with others
v2 Neo, I’ve been teaching police cadets, experienced officers, and civilians for more than 40 years, but I’m still learning every day. Aaron’s videos are some of the best out there.
I swear u hit it right on the head.
Learning in firearms proficiency NEVER STOPS. I am 62 years old and have been shooting and teach shooting for years inbthe Marines.
I have learned soo much from this young Man's classes.
My problem is I have developed tons of bad habits through the years.
Stay in learning mode!!!!!
Just wanted to say thanks to Aaron for putting out so much great content. No nonsense, no hubris, just a guy who knows his stuff sharing the knowledge. Thanks Aaron!
SD & the Jedi cadre guy are 2 of the best resources for modern pistol RDS, rear optic systems. The high 💲💲💲 price turns many away but as the units improve, more end users, armed officers will get them.
Good info
Gun scientist approved...🤠
Mr G&G......😉
"I'm Aaron Cowan; train accordingly" -- jarring not having that at the end of the video
I thought it ended funny.
"backplate to nose"....This totally changed the game for me.
7:05 Dr. Seuss mode activated.
Great video man definitely gonna get some dry practice in before my next range trip.
I caught that too, hilarious. The mix of humor, sarcasm, and straight wisdom is what keeps me coming back.
I’ve never seen your eyes until today... now I know why you always cover them...
They’re gorgeous and i can barely pay attention to anything you’re saying
🤷🏼♂️💁🏻♀️
Thank you so much for the endless amounts of information you freely share with us.
Absolutely the best training videos on the Internet.
Great video Aaron, I’ve followed you for a while and actually just received my first RMR this week. Been dry firing for the past two days, these tips helped a good bit. Hope to see some more videos like this in the future, thanks
Hands down best and most concise instruction out there! This channel is a huge reason for my shooting improvements.
Aaron, down to earth information with no bull. 👍👍
I’m waiting on my first dot pistol and watching your series to prepare! Thanks for this you ROCK! If the world doesn’t blow up I hope to train with you!
Paul
Your descriptions and explanations are absolute games changers for those new to rds’. Thank you.
Man, this video has been one of the most helpful ever in getting me to better coordinate my drawstroke & target acquisition with my red dot. Thanks! :)
Always good stuff, Thanks Aaron!
Thanks, Aaron. I just switched to an RDS after 38+ years as a LEO and iron sights. My eyes with age are making the iron sights more difficult and the RDS really addresses that for me. You answered a lot of the points I am seeing while getting familiar with the RDS. Thanks again! Stay safe and Semper Fi!
This series is going to be......epic! Thanks Aron!
Definitely looking forward to the series!
Thanks Aaron , another great video. Waiting for the next videos of this series. Sage Dynamics have one of the best contents of UA-cam.
Priceless information. I actually get more out of your videos than several face to face trainings that I have taken with local trainers.
For a second I was confused when you kept saying horizontal.. and then it clicked and it made sense I've been saying the same thing generally as what you've said but you just turned into a much finer set of statements thank you! I always love finding a better way to say things when teaching.
Excellent vid, bravo Aaron
I am an advanced being, I can scratch my butt in the dark, first try.
Same, I'm proud
Dry fire with the RDS has proven to be so much more beneficial then with irons because you get the feed back of the dot sighting system not just the reps of draw stroke and trigger press. Thanks Save Dynamics for putting out such great content.
Awesome info. Excellent presentation! Thank you
I almost skipped this video because the transition from iron sights to red dot had really not been that difficult for me, and I thought I had it down. A few things to tweak there and there, but it's been relatively painless. Boy am I glad I did not skip it! Somehow this managed to address exactly what I needed to refine my red dot draw. I can't wait to apply it in dry fire tonight. Thanks Aaron!
I swear, watching anything on UA-cam after getting high is so much better 👌🏼
Just got my first rds, holosun 507 on a 19x done by jagerwerks.
I've watched all your rds fundamental videos at least 5 times each, over the past month. Can't wait to see the rest of the series
Just got my gen5 19 back from JagerWerks with a RMR. Same on watching the videos!
Been running jagerwerks rmr cut g5g17 and for a several months now an bf that was watching A-Arons vids religiously. You should see exponential improvement in shooting an rds with his advice.
Just sent in my slide to them with Holosun 407c. Seems they are popular the lead time is 4-8 weeks but they are definitely in high demand so I wouldn’t be surprised if it takes longer
@@Bender_B._Rodriguez took 24 days from when I mailed it.
@@tired2sleep if you get nitride it may take 6-8 but definetly not any longer.
This was extremely helpful in finding the dot for me, as a cross eyed dominant shooter bringing the backplate to my nose under left eye was mind blowing
Now a little more “refined” in bringing the optic window to my eye with proper grip tension and the dot is always there
Your attempt at humour certainly didn't fall on deaf ear's my friend, I actually laughed my ass off.
Love your info. Thanks Aaron!
Thanks Aaron. Holy shit!!! 110k subscribers. Great job. I remember back when it was 15k.
Thanks for the knowledge , Aaron !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
What an incredible knowledge bomb you have dropped on us! I feel like I should’ve paid for this.
Thanks Aaron for providing this invaluable training to the shooting community without everyone having to first find a reputable RDS instructor, then spend a lot of money for a class.
Great video! I've just started shooting RDS pistol and I was having issues finding the dot quickly.
I look forward to the series. Just set up a G 45 MOS/RMR. I’m a first timer zero rounds with a RDS. Thank you!!
I plan to get a new Glock 45 MOS 9mm. I'm going to add surpressor style night sights or OP blue sights. I like the Trijicon SRO unit but the "encapsulated" Aimpoint ACRO is cool.
Every time I watch this guy I learn something 👌
Very eager for the balance of the series. I’m awaiting delivery of a certain comped G45, which will be the first RDS handgun for me. Thanks for covering this topic at the perfect time.
I plan to buy a new blue label 👮♂️ Glock 45 9mm MOS. I'm not sure what style RDS or optic I might buy later, 2021. Jedi says the Trijicon SRO is great. I'd wait for a improved Aimpoint series ACRO.
Thanks so much for the info. Just got a Vp9 and an SRO. I will definitely be applying this to improve
Did you stick with the red dot?
Great video. I had to make sure it was done and check the timeline because I did not hear the signature ending line.
I forgot. Lol.
@@SageDynamicslol, type it out in a comment and pin it?
When I first time looked through my red dot window I thought to fill a return cause it’s broken. Only in a couple of minutes I understand that I’m trying to focus on a dot instead of target behind it)) thank you for these videos, it really helps a lot!
I don't know if it works for anyone else but I use my primary hand to do most of the guidance like I'm pointing at the target, then I will switch it and use my support hand to do most the guidance. I find that my primary hand is more accurate, but I practice with both hands one at a time first a couple dozen times before I do a normal draw stroke with both hands guiding and have found it to help tremendously. I'm a guitarist so I have learned over the years to break it into smaller pieces and focus on one technique and one hand at a time until I don't have to think about it, and then bring both techniques together for synchronization and accuracy.I am no expert in shooting a rds at all but it might help others. Thanks for these invaluable videos.
Lol @ the Dr Seuss moment. I see what you did there. Already liking the "escalator" drawstroke method vs my usual abruptly punch out method. This gives me much more control with where the red dot will end up at the end of my drawstroke.
Really great video. Thanks.
Thanks for this! completely new to RDS on pistols
Backplate to nose is such a great tip... Struggled with the high muzzel with RDS pistol originally. Wish I knew backplate to nose when I went to RDS pistols!!!
Once again you nailed it.
I carry appendix also but I find that my support had mates with the gun in the early phase with the gun still making its rotation from appendix to vertical. I’m a righty and yes your explanation makes perfect sense as to why my dot seems to come from the left. It was bothering me but I didn’t see any motion that I could change or get rid of.
Good series!
Awesome video
Fast Forward.....The ACSS Vulcan 🖖 A godsend to shooters making the transition 👌
Looking forward to more on this topic to share with other shooters in my gun club considering going to a red dot.
I'd see the Trijicon SRO. The cadre Jedi, Scott says that model is ✅. I say RDS or rear optics are the future for sworn LE 👮♂️ & CCW, armed professionals.
Backplate to nose...
...it works. 🤯
Finally a Left handed shooter channel 🤌
I'm putting a Holsun on my M&P.. so, this is be
very helpful.
Well done!
Im a physical therapist and I gotta say that backplate to nose basically switched a lightbulb in my head. Probably the best tip I heard
Needed this!
When people shoot the rigs i have with dots, they always say "man, its bouncing everywhere"...
"Well, so are the irons boss".
Then they stand there blinking, then nod, and get after it.
Solid!! Thank you
awesome! thank you !
Holy hell, I've been chasing my strong hand with my support hand. Such a simple explanation, but it cuts right to the heart of a grip issue I've been struggling with for years.
I've never heard it explained that way before but it's so clear now.
“I wish I would’ve thought of that, I just wrote the word C A T” lol
Wow I also wrote cat, and the weirdest part is I'm a dog guy...lol.
Very nice.
Aaron, thank you for these great RDS videos. What irons would you recommend for the lowest/usable sight picture for a milled G19 with a trijicon RMR? Ameriglo 429s? Thank you, Sir!
Yes, indeed ! "Photons ARE a WONDERFUL thing!"
OMG! 30 seconds of "Backplate to Nose" and I can't miss the red dot now.
Would u ever switch to a green dot? I had the choice on my new optic I ordered and have used both, and can maybe even see green easier, but I still ordered red because that's what I use on my riffle.... now kinda wishing I got green, I'm always indecisive 😆 thoughts PLEASE???
What are your thoughts on cross eye dominate for red dots? Im RH shooter with left eye dominate. Do you think my learning curve is even more impacted vs someone who isn't cross eye dominate? I feel like if I used my right eye I can acquire sight picture and spot the dot on the draw stroker better perhaps?
I never picked up sights first shooting a pistol. I've always shot both eyes open with a threat focus and brought the sights to my eye line. Just recently got a dot for my EDC but haven't zeroed it yet. I've been going through these videos for the past couple of weeks trying to pick up any tips or tricks.
Look up Kinetic Consulting for zero info and targets.
@SageDynamics are your classes for people who are new to the dot life or advanced classes or do you have classes for both?
Both.
Any chance on an Agent 2 1911 review?
Aaron is my guy
John Sforza is the red dot king!
all about that pinky presser
I was under the impression that you want the dot to drop from the 12 o'clock position into the center of the reticle. It seems to me that you're saying we should practice presenting the pistol perfectly level already. That way it's already on target as you're staging the trigger. That does sound ideal, but it would take tons and tons of practice to get there. Is having the dot drop from the top not a good introductory technique?
Ok guess I won't train accordingly after this vid.
lol same here
Or did he Miyagi all of us and we will in fact, train accordingly?
Can one actually train to quickly find the dot--without having to perform small circles w/ the hands to find the dot--in a life and death encounter while the body is shaking?
Yeah. If you are fishing for your dot, your technique needs work. It’s not hard.
Cat...love it
Wooooooah dood
Funny, he said backplate to nose i put my grip together(unarmed) but legit did what he said not to do RIGHT before he said it. My arms didnt even fully extend before he says dont put the backplate to your nose then push out.
Easy answer to track the dot , holosuns new rds system . #gamechanger.
Since your famous now can you sign that skate board you gave me years ago?
What's a good holster to Appendix carry a 17.5?
I dunno what a 17.5 is but I carry my glock 17 appendix in a dark star orion for a 34. Phlster if there's a light on it.
@@nbates9893 Gen 5 17 = 17.5
But why a 34 holster for a 17?
@@nicka4832 the more holster below the belt the better it conceals for me personally.
Take my (BANG) hand, we'll make (BANG) it I (BANG) (BANG) swear! Ooo ooo (BANG) Living on a (BANG) prayer!
What's up homie? ✌️
AND, Dry-fire, Dry-fire, Dry-fire, CORRECTLY. Nothing beats it, & hey you get a repetitive trigger job out of doing it as well.
Inb4
Notification squad.
For my glock, to bring the dot down into alignment, I squeeze my firing hand pinky towards me.
Sorry, but I had to chuckle after 6:30. He talks about knowing where your hands are and back plate to nose then looked down to holster every single time he did so, lol : )
Was there some Dr. Seuss in there ?
I wish my Holosun 508T V2 would ship so I can to training....
I've been feaning for one of these. These aren't out in the wild yet, are they? I've only seen review versions. When are they shipping to distributors?
Considering getting an RDS for the Staccato. Which should I go with? Taking all rec's into consideration. Thx!
10-8 performance has a lot of videos covering this
@@brockstrong451 Awesome, I'll check them out. Thx.
Aaron has covered the good ones for the most part as far as I know. Holosun has a few that are really good. Also you can never go wrong with a Trijicon RMR. He was running the RMR the majority if not all of this video.
@@mrsickwick Awesome, thanks George.
@@mrsickwick If you are going to buy a staccato please. for the love of god. do not put a holosun on it. just don't.
10:55
This is no different than carrying inside the waistband on the hip "uhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh" 10:53
You see, I too use big words in an effort to make myself sound more photosynthesis
*also
@@SageDynamics You see, I too also use big words in an effort to make myself sound more photosynthesis also as well
Grant Leben and furthermore.
@@SageDynamics and furthermore you see, I too also use big words in an effort to make myself sound more furthermore also as well photosynthesis.
I almost had a stroke writing that last one
Dang Aaron, you could have at least wrote dog....it is more manly😂👍🇺🇸
Men love kitty
@@tweebthelerker3952 lol yeah they are delicious 😂
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