Do You Shoot Low and Left with a Pistol? | Navy SEAL Explains 3 Pistol Shooting Mistakes

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  • @ChrisSajnogs
    @ChrisSajnogs  5 років тому +153

    In 2009, I came home from a deployment and my oldest son, who was 3 or 4 at the time, wouldn’t eat for almost 2 weeks... Being a father I was obviously concerned, so I asked him about it and his answer really hit me hard… He said, “Dad, if I eat I’ll grow up and if I grow up I’ll become a daddy. And if I become a daddy, I’ll have to leave my family.” My boys barely knew who I was and I couldn’t let them grow up without a father...
    I realized at that moment my family needed me a lot more than the Navy needed another SEAL. So I put in for retirement the next day…
    Back then I knew I wanted to be with my family more than anything, so I made changes in my life that allowed me to be at home.
    We all want more time to spend with the people we love or doing the things we love. That’s why I’m here to help!
    Once you read my New Rules of Marksmanship you will learn how you can stay at home, and save time and money while you improve your shooting! I promise this works… try it now: snip.ly/vqtwv4

    • @Wooley689
      @Wooley689 5 років тому +2

      Thanks Chris, and thank your boys and wife, because of all of you, the rest of us are benefitting. Have a great Christmas.

    • @ShowemRight
      @ShowemRight 4 роки тому +4

      You do what you must do to make things Right with all in your life. I served in the Navy and Honorably discharged in 93. Separation is no joke, caused me to get married and separate quicker than you can say..ATTENTION ON DECK. I've just subscribed to your channel, and feeling good about being here because it's all about building up a source of good content in life....... Hand Salute to you Bro.

    • @victorglaviano
      @victorglaviano 4 роки тому +2

      Retired Senior Chief, 2 tours in Afghanistan, El Salvador and 8 other places... Divorced, and I can agree with you, it's hell on a relationship!

    • @HuhWhatHuhwhatHuh
      @HuhWhatHuhwhatHuh 4 роки тому

      patrick quinn I’ve always wondered...what’s it like to be a complete tool and all around waste of space?

    • @LITTLEBRAT775081
      @LITTLEBRAT775081 4 роки тому +2

      you say that the dominant arm holding the gun has to be inline with your arm but at 4:28 it is in the middle of your chest with your arms straight . while we are getting ready to shoot are we making a right triangle with our chest or a isosceles triangle ?

  • @garyt3358
    @garyt3358 5 років тому +74

    Chris, after reading your book and practicing thousands of of rounds I was able to shoot one hole targets. Actually was able to shoot the first 100 score target at my range(10 bullseyes), thanks Chris for your help.

    • @scotthalladay2210
      @scotthalladay2210 Рік тому +1

      My shooting has improved since reading the book as well

    • @alizaka1467
      @alizaka1467 Рік тому +3

      I think after a thousand rounds, you'd fix your mistakes regardless if you read the book or not

  • @TheTonya409
    @TheTonya409 6 років тому +29

    Thanks!!! I have done incorporated these and the dry fires, and my shooting went from all over the target, to hitting my target!!!! Thank so much!

  • @yosefpolinsky7667
    @yosefpolinsky7667 5 років тому +17

    I shoot low and left for a different reason; I flinch and pull the gun in that direction as a result. As soon as I discovered this, I emptied the gun and utilized a technique I had learned from an old gun nut- practice holding an empty gun and pulling the trigger over and over without jerking the sights at all. When my body was used to that, I reloaded the gun, aimed for a headshot, gripped the gun regularly, not too tightly, and fired. I got a few bullseyes in a row. Now I need to practice that as dry-fire for a while to make it muscle memory.

  • @philmatton6603
    @philmatton6603 5 років тому +7

    Great video. I wish I knew this before.I am a retired Police officer {32} years. I was assigned to the tack team as a sniper. I shot a lot of rounds. I had the curse of shoot my Glock left. I fought that all the time. Now I know why. Thanks Chris Phil Matton Palm Bay FL I retired from Massachusetts.

  • @johnvillamil3138
    @johnvillamil3138 3 місяці тому +2

    Chris, I’m a retired State Trooper and I do shoot low and left at the range when I shoot weaver or isosceles. But, when I shoot without aiming with my eye(s), such as hip-shooting, I am dead on. On car stops this is when you are most likely to shoot your weapon.
    Your video was very informative and helped me at qualifying for my retired permit to carry.
    Thanks again.

  • @EricRedbear
    @EricRedbear 5 років тому +6

    I've asked this exact question on many videos and forums and no one has even bothered to respond. Thanks so much for this!

  • @joshuawoodward9276
    @joshuawoodward9276 6 років тому +13

    Came across this video yesterday as I’ve been struggling with this exact issue for a while now... and wish I had watched this sooner! Took some time at the range today to apply these pointers along with Chris’ front sight video and dramatically improved my grouping! You’ve earned a subscriber, thanks Chris!

  • @fredr4258
    @fredr4258 6 років тому +5

    OMG! THANK YOU!!! Precisely what I've been doing with my carry gun - Beretta 92FS, 40 s&w. I believe you hit the nail on the head and I can't wait to get to the range to try, but your comments make perfect sense! Even us instructors can take hints too if you're smart enough to listen. Will report back what happens!

  • @BushcraftingBogan
    @BushcraftingBogan 6 років тому +7

    I just started to re teach my daughter to shoot. When she was younger I taught her what we were all taught: the methods. When I found this channel I had to re-think what I’d been doing and I improved. Now I am starting her over with your philosophy. I’m sure she will be better than me in a shorter time period. She also likes your scientific and philosophical approach, so she is very receptive to what you are teaching. She is now learning where I had to unlearn and re-learn. She really picked up the front sight focus quick because it was what she was taught. Where I had to re-train my brain and eyes to get that focus. Thank you for your service and your work.

    • @jerrymarcin5343
      @jerrymarcin5343 6 років тому +1

      Check out IDPA shooters ( master/grandmaster) videos for more meat and potatos about postol grip and such.

    • @BushcraftingBogan
      @BushcraftingBogan 6 років тому

      Jerry Marcin thank you! I will check them out.

    • @jackw1014
      @jackw1014 5 років тому

      Good on you for teaching your girl to shoot! I can't wait until mine are old enough.

  • @MoneyMikeSavage
    @MoneyMikeSavage 4 роки тому +5

    My groupings aren’t as horrible for someone who’s only gone shooting like 4 or 5 times, but my last time I was always shooting low to the left. This video helped me see what I was doing wrong! Can’t wait to get to the range next and try to work out my kinks! Thanks!

  • @ChronicTacoz05
    @ChronicTacoz05 5 років тому +3

    What helps me is putting more pressure in your left hand (right hand shooters) to balence your shootings so its not pushed to the left . Not just using all your force with your right hand.

  • @StratBurst92
    @StratBurst92 5 років тому +3

    I got a copy of his book How To Shoot Like A Navy SEAL. The book helped me with all of my shooting. He is one of the few that I follow. The real deal.

  • @WestEighteenth
    @WestEighteenth 3 роки тому +1

    Went to the range today with the grip you described. Waalaa! No more low and left shots. Nice tight center target groupings at 7 yards. Thanks for the help.

  • @wtpence4731
    @wtpence4731 10 місяців тому +1

    Excellent video and right on point for me !

  • @mikerafone4736
    @mikerafone4736 5 років тому +2

    well done chris

  • @dwightbernheimer331
    @dwightbernheimer331 6 років тому +2

    Thank you very much. Your video shooting low and to the left was great as I'm an avid shooter. A lot of these videos about guns and ammo it takes the guy 25 minutes to get to the point. Most of the time I watch Honest Outlaw videos another person that gets right to the point thanks again

  • @clintlion5531
    @clintlion5531 6 років тому +1

    THANK YOU! Have a p229 legion and big hands. The length of pull is tiny with the reset on the Grey trigger. I’ve been shooting for most of my life and this gun perplexed me. Until you said “people are taught to shoot wit the pad of their finger” that had been so I ingrained into my training that I never thought that’d be the problem. I’m shooting one inch groups at 15 yards with it now after trying for 1,000 plus rounds. Thank you again!!

  • @noguera8888
    @noguera8888 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks Sir

  • @0811war
    @0811war 6 років тому +10

    Best pistol instruction I’ve seen! Outstanding!

  • @jhough57
    @jhough57 4 роки тому +2

    Chris Sajnog, I ABSOLUTELY love going back and watching your videos after going to the range, I always look at what I'm doing and refresh my thoughts and posterior next time at the range!!

  • @cherralg1
    @cherralg1 5 років тому +4

    Thank you! I've done all of these things. Now that I notice my scores have improved.

  • @bruce5168
    @bruce5168 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you sir for your service. God bless you and your family. 🇺🇲

  • @wde1978
    @wde1978 3 роки тому +2

    Excellent video. Thank you for the information and thank you for serving our country!!!

  • @majorpayne5289
    @majorpayne5289 5 років тому +1

    👍Best video info out there👍Thank you Sir

  • @anitadubner6848
    @anitadubner6848 5 років тому +3

    I had a guy tell me to "just adjust your aim". So he suggested to aim high right. Why would I want to enable a bad habit. I knew it was my grip and not my sights. I continue to have to pay attention to my grip and I can hit dead center each time. I get tired and I';m back to Low Left. thanks for the tips, they sure did help.

  • @chuckwalters4759
    @chuckwalters4759 Рік тому +1

    I was doing this at the range this week. Thank you!

  • @ahappyimago
    @ahappyimago 2 роки тому +1

    That keeping the second knuckle straight was clutch

  • @scottsharp4081
    @scottsharp4081 5 років тому +6

    I was having this same issue someone said to look you up watched this video and within the first bit i knew what i was doing. My taurus pt111g2 im dead on. Got a glock 43x and yup left i went after this video i went to shoot and lord be hold im now dead on with my 43x and i love this guy. So thank you for your time your service to our country and your great help. You got a new subscriber today so again thank you keep up the great videos.. you cannot say but thank you for free help so thank you again

  • @stevenfriedman2902
    @stevenfriedman2902 3 роки тому +3

    Can't wait to try these tips. I've only gone shooting twice and was having this sort of problem. Now it's just a matter of actually being able to find some 9mm rounds to practice with

  • @shooterqqqq
    @shooterqqqq 6 років тому +2

    Thanks Chris. I think I am on my way to correcting my problem of milking the grip. It started when I attended a class which teaches the old push pull. I don't do that but it creeped into my brain and I was stuck for two days with it. I could use a proper grip, align the sights, press the trigger, watch my sights move in a perfect 12 oclock during recoil and still shoot low and left. Once I stopped push pull and simply gripped or captured, I'm fine. I also think of follow through as a teaching aid. If I picture follow through and memorize it as another building block it works. The follow through tip came from talking to Jerry Miculek.

  • @DonTruman
    @DonTruman Рік тому +1

    I look forward to trying these.

  • @DT-lr2bi
    @DT-lr2bi Рік тому +1

    Great Help, I Needed it.

  • @ElusiveMasquerade
    @ElusiveMasquerade 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you for making this video. Low and left is exactly what I have been struggling with since I started shooting. I’m going to use these techniques the very next time I’m at the range.

  • @ShowemRight
    @ShowemRight 4 роки тому +3

    Great Tip, I also fixed my issue by using my left index finger to press against the frame a bit just prior right index trigger pull, plus having a more tighter grip, and that solved the problem, finally making 4 inch groups at 30 ft on my Sig P 938. Its a strange hold, but its working for me

  • @jimbike8064
    @jimbike8064 Рік тому +1

    Yes! I do shoot low and left.
    Hope your video can cure this affliction.

  • @uoeno62
    @uoeno62 3 роки тому +1

    wow u hit every point right on key! thanks a lot

  • @AlexRodriguez-un9gu
    @AlexRodriguez-un9gu 9 місяців тому

    Thank you! And thank you for your service! God bless our troops!

  • @sf7708
    @sf7708 4 роки тому +14

    Nicely done Chris! Even after 30 years of competition shooting, whenever my shooting gets sloppy I go back to the basics and try to figure out why. Your tips just added some more ammo to my bunker!
    De Oppresso Liber

  • @Never2Loud
    @Never2Loud 2 роки тому +1

    Great tips. Looking forward to trying them on my next training session. Thank you for posting.

  • @graceandglamor
    @graceandglamor 3 роки тому +1

    This is great. Will be using these tips next time I go to the range.

  • @robertireland61
    @robertireland61 5 років тому +2

    Thanks, I will be putting this to good use.

  • @stoveboltsix
    @stoveboltsix 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you Sir for your service. Thank you for putting together such an excellent video. Shooting two different pistols, both low and left, I will try your suggestions next time I go to the range. Thanks again!

  • @rkow8508
    @rkow8508 4 роки тому +1

    This helped me so much I knew it was me and not the gun thanks.

  • @tiffanym4202
    @tiffanym4202 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much for the video. I now have a clear idea of what to watch out for in my dry fire practice at home and anticipate accurate shot placement at the range. I really want my EDC to hit what I'm aiming for! Thanks again!

  • @PCS230
    @PCS230 4 роки тому +1

    This is one of the best training videos I’ve seen!

  • @robertemanuel7664
    @robertemanuel7664 5 років тому +1

    Tried what you suggested - hand outstretched, simulating shooting, and I noticed exactly what you said, Chris, about turning the gun leftward; did NOT do as you said happens re downward, simulating about a dozen times. But the turn to the left is definitely a problem I can correct, thanks to you. As far as #2 suggestion goes, you make it confusing: first, you say to keep that second knuckle straight, which makes good sense and easily correctable; but then, you say one doesn't have to put the first finger pad on the trigger just because someone else says to. Well - if the second knuckle is straight, then the first finger pad WILL end up on the trigger, which is where it should go whether someone says so or not.

  • @livergen
    @livergen 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you sir, exactly the kind of information that actually matters. It's those little finite subtleties that are always hiding in the darkness we don't easily recognized.
    Stay safe, stay blessed, always stay to cover. Danny in Texas

  • @stevanporter9750
    @stevanporter9750 5 років тому +2

    Very useful -- I might have been "milking" a bit but I think the bigger issue was not having my strong arm straight. Focused specifically on those two things at the range yesterday and had a lot better results!

  • @terrysadventure1529
    @terrysadventure1529 2 роки тому +1

    Chris, thank you for the information I had that problem for a while now and am going to the range today hope that fixed the problem

  • @dtrain5519
    @dtrain5519 3 роки тому +1

    Can't wait to get to the range after this video! Awesome ! Thanks!!😃

  • @miragexl007
    @miragexl007 6 років тому +3

    Yeah, low and left. Tight groups. I shot well for years till this past year... And just shoot low and left like 2 in. Worked on my grip, finger placement the past 2 weeks but still low and left. I'll keep at it

  • @jaaxoon
    @jaaxoon 5 років тому +2

    Thanks for the advice. I was about to mess with my sights but I think I’ll check my grip first.

  • @straighttalkvann3863
    @straighttalkvann3863 4 роки тому +1

    Chris thank you for this INFO, it corrected the problem asap, at lease I had to practice to make corrections,

  • @jolanhowes3604
    @jolanhowes3604 6 років тому +6

    Great video. I believe I have been guilty of at least two of these errors. I will pay more attention the next time I'm at the range. Thanks so much.

  • @robertfrankovich6867
    @robertfrankovich6867 Рік тому +1

    Thank you, for the instruction. I will use these ideas to improve.
    I will let you know.

  • @CarlosSanchez-kd8et
    @CarlosSanchez-kd8et 6 років тому +1

    GREAT Video. I make all three mistakes. Tks for the advice Mr.

  • @MrMacman71
    @MrMacman71 6 років тому +3

    Thank you, your information is so valuable....cant argue with success and you have done so much to improve my shooting.

  • @Rec483
    @Rec483 3 роки тому +1

    Went to range today , almost every shot was little low and left , cant wait to try these tips . Thanks

  • @artpalma4502
    @artpalma4502 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome training tips! Than you for sharing very appreciated.

  • @rubenjimenez5213
    @rubenjimenez5213 5 років тому +1

    Good advice, i will put it in practice next time i hit the range

  • @victorglaviano
    @victorglaviano 4 роки тому +1

    Here, here... Anticipation!!

  • @walterminer4990
    @walterminer4990 6 років тому +13

    Thank-you! I listen to a professional shooter who said what you said regarding "pad of finger" on trigger. He said "put more finger in on the trigger"? You guys are spot-on!
    Agajn thanks!
    Best to ya'....!

    • @frankberry9642
      @frankberry9642 5 років тому +1

      The axiom of using the pad is predicated on the pistol grip fitting precisely. The epitome of this is the Olympic Free Pistols. These machines have grips that adjust to accommodate different sizes of hands and their triggers move within the trigger guard to permit those with unusually long or short fingers to achieve contact. When I teach I use Chris's system of telling my pupils to establish their grip and then see where their finger rests on the trigger blade.

  • @johnsavage8778
    @johnsavage8778 6 років тому +3

    Thank you Chris from me and the rest of your followers and also my students for the great work that you do and make sure we all don't get complacent and become responsible sound World train firearm owners.

    • @ChrisSajnogs
      @ChrisSajnogs  6 років тому

      Glad I can help. Thank you for the support!

  • @alexkakooza3116
    @alexkakooza3116 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome thanks for sharing this info sir. It helps alot

  • @bravescatz
    @bravescatz 5 років тому +1

    Was low and left all day today. Will watch again while at the range tomorrow to work on it.

  • @dmcasares4661
    @dmcasares4661 6 років тому +1

    You are a genius. Thank you for your Servicing Our Country

  • @madog1178
    @madog1178 4 роки тому +2

    Chris, thank you for your service and now you are officially a dad😎👍. Thank you for the tips, and now I am a sub please keep them coming. 👋👋

  • @robteaster2446
    @robteaster2446 Рік тому

    Great video with clear instructions.

  • @tomn5880
    @tomn5880 5 років тому +1

    The most common problem I encounter is fear of recoil. Pistol shooters equate squeeze the trigger with increase the squeeze pressure on the hand to handle the recoil. I teach to grip with the thumb, middle, third and pinky while keeping the first (trigger finger) independent and then pull the trigger, not squeeze the trigger.

  • @bmack2938
    @bmack2938 3 роки тому +2

    I was told by a firearms instructor in an informal conversation that I’m anticipating recoil. That’s why I’m shooting low and left. I don’t by that. I’m going to work on my shooting based on this video. I’ll update on results.

    • @alexjoubert8607
      @alexjoubert8607 3 роки тому

      It could very well be the reason, i used to do that and in my case when i was anticipating i saw my sights go low and left a little bit. I managed to fix that by pressing the trigger like i was going to shoot but stop at the last second and i could see my gun moving because i was anticipating then a second later i would squeeze the trigger to shoot and i hit the center of the target. Simply give the trigger a slow, steady pull and let the shot surprise you

  • @2APerformanceEducation
    @2APerformanceEducation 4 роки тому

    Thank you for your advice. I have been wrestling with this issues for the past year. Enjoy your newsletter.

  • @carlcolvin8320
    @carlcolvin8320 Рік тому

    Chris , I am a retired Fed LEO in Glynco they were training to use the Ocsolices fireing position I wasn't comfortable with the position and converted to the Weaver stance, in which case I was able to fire a better shot group.
    I am retired now and bought a VP 9.
    It's an excellent sidearm went to the range with 500 rounds.
    No stovepipe, no malfunction.
    I fired the course of fire 3-5-7-12-25 yards. The safety officer was watching me and said I did pretty good.
    I said let's see how I do when I transition to weakhand . I fired the 3-5-7 yard line. I have never fired so accurate and with a tight shot group in 20 years of law enforcement. The safety officer was surprised. I told him that this was time with the VP 9 .

  • @brookmiller1986
    @brookmiller1986 5 років тому +1

    Thanks for the shooting lesson and thanks a lot for your service!

  • @gunmonkey6545
    @gunmonkey6545 5 років тому +1

    Thanks for the tips.

  • @nathancooper9932
    @nathancooper9932 6 років тому +1

    Thanks, this ma y solve my problem shooting smaller guns vs. full size. Appreciate the tips.

  • @speeddemon2152
    @speeddemon2152 6 років тому +6

    Great video👍🏼 will try again his on my next range day. Thanks for all the good advice

    • @ChrisSajnogs
      @ChrisSajnogs  6 років тому

      How did it go?

    • @speeddemon2152
      @speeddemon2152 6 років тому

      I watched the video once more before the range. Thanks for the good info definitely helped

  • @basildraws
    @basildraws 3 роки тому +1

    Perfect advice. Fixed in one session.

  • @mrjamaican5012
    @mrjamaican5012 Місяць тому

    Learned a lot from you and still learning, you give very good instructions

  • @richarddilorenzo8188
    @richarddilorenzo8188 5 років тому +7

    Chris: class 40...Gonna try these things...Thanx

  • @south88rs1
    @south88rs1 6 років тому +1

    Great video and tips

  • @chrisminblkdiamond
    @chrisminblkdiamond 6 років тому +1

    Good tips! Thanks helped me get a much tighter group and not as low and left...

  • @nathanielrobinsonjr.9275
    @nathanielrobinsonjr.9275 4 роки тому +1

    Great video!!

  • @johnch14v66
    @johnch14v66 6 років тому +1

    Awesome information!

  • @FilmmakerTery
    @FilmmakerTery 5 років тому +1

    Thanks for this!

  • @THESHOMROM
    @THESHOMROM 5 років тому +1

    WOW! BRILLIANT. sOMEONE TEACHING THE PHYSICS AND MECHANICS OF CORRECTING YOUR SHOOTING. WILL BE ABLE TO USE IT TO BUIL ON.
    THANKS.

  • @tonyrosa4750
    @tonyrosa4750 5 років тому +2

    Thanks for good shooting LESSONS. I'm going to get you videos. Thanks from a brother SQUID.

  • @rubendelbarrio8641
    @rubendelbarrio8641 Рік тому +1

    Thank you very much sir , I learn more

  • @robxyz2926
    @robxyz2926 6 років тому +1

    Good video. I think No. 3 might be my issue. I'll give it a try next time I'm on the range.

  • @carl-ok9gn
    @carl-ok9gn 5 років тому +1

    the grip thing is a long convoluted way of trying to get around squeezing the gun improperly. don't squeeze it like a hammer, pinch the grip into your palm with 4 fingers gripping straight back.. this is simple.

  • @justsean5160
    @justsean5160 5 років тому +1

    Thanks man. Good stuff!

  • @MrWeb49
    @MrWeb49 5 років тому +2

    I shoot my new glock 43x for the first time And I shot low but fair group I think I did all the mistakes you are talking abut But then I aimed at the very top of the small paper target and I did hit inside I was so worry I had a 500$ gun that shoots left Great video Thank you for your service.

  • @devichandgoodinformationsi4612
    @devichandgoodinformationsi4612 4 роки тому +1

    Good information sir
    Thanks

  • @mattkozatek5770
    @mattkozatek5770 4 роки тому

    Just watched your video. Exactly what I was doing! Great info. Thanks for the quick pointers.

  • @guyallphin1295
    @guyallphin1295 9 днів тому

    Hey, thank you SO much! Rev

  • @shahreyaralam1019
    @shahreyaralam1019 Рік тому +1

    What an amazing video

  • @robertwoerner20
    @robertwoerner20 2 роки тому

    Another thing I noticed while dry firing with a laser on is that I was anticipating the recoil. I was forcing gun down while pulling trigger. More dry fire practice is called for with me. Was also milking as you said. I'm accurate with a rifle, this whole pistol thing is new to me. Farm boy that used rifles a lot but just got my first pistol at 44 years old. Thanks for the tips!

  • @jamesmiller9823
    @jamesmiller9823 5 років тому

    Good advice, if you're shooting a 1911/2011 pistol you can also change the trigger length, that may help some people also.

  • @rfunk727
    @rfunk727 5 років тому +3

    I shoot Low and Left with my composite guns (45 acp and 40 S&W (Barretta's)and even worst with my S&W 9 mm), BUT, I shot fine with my all steal Colt Delta Elite 10mm and Bulgarian 9mm Makarov.

    • @coltharris8471
      @coltharris8471 5 років тому +1

      Rick Funk most instructors will tell you that that 1911 style shooters can get away with a lot that striker fire shooters cannot when shooting. A thin, light single action trigger is a very forgiving thing.

  • @andrewfong6879
    @andrewfong6879 6 років тому +1

    Thanks for posting a great video! Any chance of doing a weak hand only video?