Skill Set: Accuracy
on June 21st, 2011 at 10:50 AMby Tiger McKee, The Tactical Wire
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Accuracy is defined by the shot you are attempting to make. Firing from two yards away at the chest of a target can be done quickly, with a flash sight picture and prompt trigger press. As the distance increases or the size of the target decreases a more precise sight alignment is required, and you must press the trigger smoother to insure you don’t disrupt the sight picture. Accuracy dictates the speed you can shoot and still place the rounds where they need to hit. If I can’t predict a hit then I don’t press the trigger.
There are several drills will help you discover and improve your abilities. I need to know what I’m capable of to know what I can and can’t do in an actual confrontation. I also need to know what my limits are so I don’t attempt something beyond my skill level. We are responsible for each shot we fire; overstepping the line with firearms can lead to bad consequences.
