How to Shoot a Gun Accurately - Front Sight Focus

[@israelgarcia4497]

Chris, in my job I am required to qualify with my firearm every quarter of the year. Shooting is one of my struggles of my job. Often time I am required to remediate my qualifications in order to keep my job. After many books and videos, your are the ones that made the difference. Watching your videos has made a good marksmanship with my weapon and I don't worry about losing my job anymore. I can't thank you enough for your training videos they made a big difference in how I now shoot with my weapon. Thank you for your past service to our great country and now to your fellow man. Thank you!!!!!!

[@416cubes4]

That’s kind of scary ..

[@BabaYaga-yh3yi]

how did you even graduate from the academy?😂😂😂

[@RsFrag3d]

@@BabaYaga-yh3yi look at the average police officer lol. Departments need help though so I don’t blame them

[@markl2624]

It's really not scary, try training like any LE agency requires, I doubt everyone will be an expert.....

[@Donald-ky2fg]

Good for you i think thats great.

[@joedevaney1145]

New viewer: I am someone who shoots for my job. Hint. I watched your video and focused on the front sight as you suggested. After a hour of dry firing then at the range the next day. All I can say is watch this video, practice and watch the results. You won’t be disappointed. Keep it in the 10 ring.

[@nickc8819]

Chris, I just wanted to wish you and all the service members a blessed Veterans Day. Thank you for sharing your craft. ~Nick (Veteran, Father, Patriot)

[@n8er_tater]

mind blown. finally someone knows how to teach me to focus on the front sight. great video. thank you!

[@girl600show7]

I love seeing the sights up close with it focusing on the front side and the other sights being blurred. Love how you did that. Great instructional piece.

[@BILLYBOBJohnson-kj2zd]

This is one of those things where it's generally sort of known but hearing it like this is a huge help. You expressed it brilliantly, thank you!

[@lmdetect]

Instantly tightens group on first try. It did for me, and both brothers as well. They looked at me funny at first, but when I convinced them to try it, they were amazed at how much it worked. I'll be watch your series on shooting.

[@ScottSpeedPro]

Mind blown. I've watched hundreds of videos over the years on marksmanship basics and this was one of the most helpful, insightful videos I've ever seen. Thanks for taking the time to put this together, complete and total eye opener like you said. It's the one missing ingredient to accuracy no one ever addresses.

[@ki6ada2005]

Thanks Chris. I recently bought my first gun. the first couple times at the range I wanted to get used to handling recoil and proper grip. The last time I went to the range. I drove home thinking that I have horrible eyes and crappy sights. Watching your video has helped me understand that I now need to practice with my focus. I was telling my wife that all I see is a white line when aiming. Now I need to focus on the front sight and keep my gun pointed at the target. Thanks a bunch!!

[@sergeychuzhakoff6060]

It is the most valuable lesson I ever received for three years, I started to shoot. I "saw" the front sight clearly, maybe just a month ago and the results have improved immediately. Now, this video was confirmation of my own experience. It seems no one and did not hide, but so clearly no one ever explained. Thank you very much!

[@TheCochrane29]

Thank you for the tips and confidence. Your knowledge and instructions on focusing on the front sight and sight picture helped me shoot my highest score at qualifications in 23 years working. Keep up the great videos and thank you for your service.

[@ChrisSajnogs]

That is so great to hear! Happy to help!

[@jeremymenning56]

Chris...I used this technique at the range last time I went out. A tremendous difference in my groupings.

[@Renrondog]

Thank you Mr. Sajnog, I've been stuck in the marksman class for a few years in an action pistol shooting. Using your instructions, and with practice I'll improve to the next level. To have you share your time and information with us is a great honor. Thank you, Sir!

[@bbqaustin9606]

H&K P2000, Newbie 800 rounds, took to heart your method, GREAT results. As old guy from viet ago getting back with it. Thank you for you sharing of technique, it helped more than you know.

[@mikestackhouse9001]

Wonderful video Chris! At the age of 14, I learned the art of focusing from an adult hunter. I had a pellet gun at the time and I couldn't hit squat. The hunter put a small orange mark on the tip of the front sight and I started hitting everything dead center! I am 69 now and have used the same principle on all my guns. I also learned to shoot with both eyes open. I don't hunt anymore but go to the gun range about 3 times a month. Still shooting good.

[@jedimaster1107]

Okay Yoda..great advice. I shot a perfect 250 when I got my CHL. I was the only one using a .45 cal. Everyone else was using 9mm and .380.

[@edr777]

As a new shooter (did a little shooting as a kid long ago) who has been meditating for over 30 years, I want to say thank you for reminding me that there is always more to learn. Took me a few tries and then "pop" the dots finally disappeared...I'm going to keep practicing before I head back to the range and I really like the idea of bringing this kind of focus and awareness into shooting. Great stuff, I look forward to watching the rest. :)

[@ChrisSajnogs]

Glad it popped for you, but don't go back to the range too soon. The place to learn is at home. You don't need to shoot a gun to learn to focus.

[@memoriammagnitudine6396]

The focusing techniques provided have helped me to focus on the sights in an improved manner and increased my ability to draw a bead quickly with minimal effort. I am putting more effort into the dry environment before returning to the range and applying the techniques described here. Psychologically training your mind to do something is one of the most powerful tools in your trunk. I look forward to testing these new ideas.

[@unknown9634]

Crazy that I found this video. I was at the range on Tuesday practicing teqnique and I noticed my groups were far better when I focused on the front sight leaving the target blurry. I remember I read somewhere that you should focus on the front sight but that's all I remembered so I tried "looking at it" and focusing on it. Going to try this again Monday.

[@rogerweber8194]

Chris, until recently I have never really spent anytime firing a pistol ( I am 58). I bought my first pistol a few weeks ago. First range day was unimpressive. I hit the target but not consistently. So, went online to figure out how to fix my shooting. I found your lessons and started training, with a plan. Wow what an amazing difference. Next range day, I could consistently place shots exactly where I intended. I can easily group five rounds into a 1 inch circle at 30 feet. With one eye closed, for now Still working on keeping both eyes open. Thanks.

[@igobykal69]

The difference between good and bad teachers... thanks for being a great teacher Chris. 👍👍👍

[@garywilliams9726]

Chris, been shooting for 40 years + and have never been taught the art of focusing like this before, truthful y , I've been doing it the wrong way all these years, thank you for this KZbin video

[@Tapered3414]

Chris, thank you very much, it is not enough to thank all these work strategies that improve concentration and the best methods, and now after many years I find you to enjoy your teachings, it is never too late to learn, a great greeting and blessings to you and your two warriors!

[@Stuntmantoo]

Thanks for the video. Makes lining up the target a lot faster for me. Concentrating on the front site while lifting weapon into position.....everything lines up so quickly. Now to get that Lasik done on my right eye is a must. Only need glasses to read so sites are fuzzy, the chance I get attacked while reading is pretty slim ;)

[@onegg04]

did exactly what you advised! worked instantly for me! I managed to hit 7 targets in 10 shot from about 15 yards away! I've been shooing for a couple of weeks. thanks so much for this video!

[@TheWanderer2527]

If you think about it, you'll not likely have time to extend arms a not settle in for when you need to shoot. Think old western shooting. Few actually aimed with sites....shot from the hip. Finger pointed at target. Look at marksman videos, fastest draws etc. As an example, you come out of bedroom get shot in arm from burglar and have to shoot from a prone position in pain. Or similar outside...target shooting isn't same as real life. What he says about eye movements..its true

[@GryphonIndustrial]

I got this a bit late but this has been really enlightening. When I paused at the 10:00 mark for your exercise to stop saccadic movement. I could actually FEEL my eyes trying to jump around while focusing on the front sight! After about 20 sec I could hold it better and not notice any background movement. It's something I never would have conceived and marksmanship aside I'm still glad I checked this out.

[@Kritikateur]

Thanks Chris for your Over The Top informative Vids. I am an Armed Security Officer and because I was based in Australia, and now I am back in Italy, I really couldn't practice that much at the shooting range over there, as they have really strict rules for guns, even if it's a tool we constantly work with everyday for our job. In Italy it's easier to own your personal gun, so finally at least I will go from now on every week, at the shooting range to practice. Your videos are truly unbelievable and I thank you for helping everyone here to improve our skills. I am not that good, mainly because in Oz I couldn't practice. I promise I will improve a lot of gaps in my shooting. God bless you man and so your Family. I already signed as a member in your website. Thanks again for everything. Carus 👍👍👍😁

[@JimMacKay-q7m]

Chris Saw your. video yesterday, visited the range today, and you are 100% right. I focused on the front sight and all were within a 2 inch circle. I started at 15 feet, then 21 feet, them 30 feet.. However at 45 feet I was only at about a 6 inch circle. Your comment were great, and I improved IMMEDIATELY. Thanks a lot. Also I remembered to take a breath after every 2 or 3 rounds. By the way this was a great improvement over the was the Marine Corps trained us yo pistol shoot. Jim MacKay

[@charlesross8449]

Thanks Chris, this did open my eyes, I sorta used the same technique when bowling for years to get tunnel vision and it improved my game substantially, because the other bowlers around me don't distract me as much, the way I learned was to focus on a spot on the floor when I was sitting and waiting for my turn to throw. Detroit 69

[@charlesross8449]

***** you're welcome!

[@mikhailglobus6766]

My gosh, this was amazing! I knew about front sight focus but have had trouble keeping it. The optical illusion background image for reference and the insistence on the forced 30 second long focusing sessions helped a great deal. This is what I call INSTRUCTION. Thank you!

[@MahomedDoola]

Awesome tutorial. Never knew what experienced people on the range meant about front sight until I watched this clip. Following what Chris said improved my grouping immediately. Thanks Chris!

[@staminashowcase7421]

CorpseCall If your still looking, the Smith & Wesson m&p 40 full size is a great striker fire, shoots very smooth.

[@Charlton_Kekston]

This is an excellent video, thank you so so much for making it Chris! I just came home from my first pistol course today and when my instructor was trying to explain this to me I just couldn't understand it but after watching your video the light bulb in my head finally turned on and now I get it. I've been shooting with one eye closed since I started shooting BB guns as a kid, now I'm 40 and learning everything I thought I already knew.

[@tim10172]

I'm 44 and have had a strong astigmatism, diagnosed at 4 along with nearsightedness. I've always thankfully been a decent shot, both rifle and pistol but handguns have come particularly easier as I've trained to avoid it with sight pic, etc. very good vid. Thank you and a salute, Sir.

[@GrazianoBF]

wow... after watching this and doing literally 30 minutes of this mental exercise has made me see my front sight post much faster. I'm amazed, really! Thanks you so much for this! Greetings from Brazil.

[@sstrick500]

This reminds me of billiards (pool). I always grew up just focusing on the target ball...and my shots would be off. I then focused on the cue ball (not the target ball)....and BAM....accuracy went up!

[@MightyNanoTank]

Wow. Thank you Chris for this awesome video. I watched this last night and hit the range today. My groupings are amazing. Wished I could show pics but basically my 5 shot groupings looked like 2 holes on the paper. It was hard at first but once you grasp the concept of focusing purely on the front sight and blurring out everything I was hitting 1/4" back to back and all this was done on my G43. Keep up the great work.

[@ClausenLT]

When those dots disappear at 12:30 it's even harder not to look at them...I was like "hey, they did disappear"...I was eating while I watched this so it took 1 replay...pretty freakin cool... I went shooting my hand gun .45 yesterday for the first time and I had already been watching videos and my buddy who has been shooting his whole life was very impressed...I was putting bullets in the same holes I'd already shot. Thank you and to everyone who contributes. This was super fun and I can't wait to go back...fired 150 rounds and never missed on a silhouette target with 2 8" bulls eye targets, one head and one body. And the rounds I missed on the 8" target where still hits on the silhouette. I'm super pumped! Thanks!

[@bowhunter2439]

This is the best video on shooting Accuracy , Ive improved so much by just really using the front sight and the only thing I could also add is as a right hand shooter I lost my death grip with my left hand , just hold firmly and use that front sight , thank you Chris great advice here...!!!

[@jamescampbell1126]

I tried this a couple days ago at the range and my shot grouping improved tremendously. The day after my weak eye vision was a little blurry - due to strain. I expect that the blurriness will go away after some practice. I have to modify techniques that I learned 45 years ago and I think it'll be worth the effort. Great vid! (BTW, those of you who are wondering about double target vision: there are several vids here that discuss it - including this one - watch the whole thing.)

[@jamescampbell1126]

Very old.....I'm practicing - thanks, Chris.

[@armedandfeminine-gunchanne5587]

Great work with this! We teach women's firearms courses, and this is a pretty no nonsense approach to teaching the fundamentals. Thank you!

[@WillowDaLayne]

This was a great video. I was at the range today and couldn't figure out why I couldn't shoot tight clusters. They weren't even consistent. I WAS looking, not focusing. The visual exercises were super helpful. I'll follow up and practice. Thanks!

[@39Thorns]

These principles will be immediately familiar to anyone who served in the Marine Corps. Here's a trick I use in daily life to help my focus and marksmanship....as I walk down the street, or through the park with my dog, I keep a dispersed focus, taking in as much visual information as possible. Ten I choose one thing to focus on, and change my focus to tunnel vision on that object. Then I raise my arm, all the while keeping that focus, so that my index finger appears in my field of view, and covers half the object. Then I change my point of focus to the tip of my index finger, making to object blurry. Its kind of a 4 step process from start to finish. I take my time at first, then see how fast I can go through all four steps- keeping them all distinct.

[@mackdurr4959]

39Thorns uh huh. and then those nice nurses bring you your pills and jello?

[@jimpaul521]

Um UN

[@jonellhaney7162]

Amazing exercise!👍

[@Joey0367]

Chris, I can’t thank you enough for this video. The first thing when I’m focusing, I see the fuchsia spots and also green dots. I suppose that’s part of the mind playing tricks with me. I do start to see most of the fuchsia dots start to vanish. That tells me I have to concentrate more.

[@camilabmolina]

Very helpful! I will print the picture with the dots and practice focusing & dry shooting on it

[@jeffzabriskie9689]

where did you get the picture from

[@CorpseCall]

Print Screen and then edited with a paint like program probably, Jeff

[@m.aliali678]

camilabmolina hi

[@arteedeetoo3144]

wow..did exactly what you said and today from a rest I was shooting sub moa vs 2-3inch groups from before watching your video..then I practiced from standing position and still hit sub moa! thank you sir!

[@curtisboynton]

I am currently working on getting my NYS Pistol Permit (yes...sadly I live in NY). This is exactly the video I've been looking for! For the last 4ish years my dad has been teaching me how to shoot handgun but I have always had various size groupings too high or too low. Thank you! I have a horrible horrible habit of "looking". Bad eyesight + "looking" is just an unfriendly combo.

[@jred726]

I live in NY and I applied and received my permit in about 4 months. Don't stress yourself. You'll get it.

[@thealsatian4232]

You are exactly right about focusing on the front sight rather than looking at the target.

[@noretreat2074]

+Scott... please take into consideration that you may be down before the dots disappear.

[@aazv23]

Hi Chris... First of all, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE.... secondly, Excellent video and presentation... Thank you so much for your time and sharing your knowledge!! God Bless You!!

[@alaboutfood2326]

Amen!

[@ahernandez9860]

It worked for me, just got done at the range and groups tightened up noticeably, Thank you!

[@michaelm.6016]

I'm a research nerd. Love to educate myself, especially when it can save my life. This is the best video, buy far that will help me be a better shooter. Thanks a bunch

[@tonym362]

Good advice. I learned to shoot over 45 years ago in the service. After was discharged I put down my weapon, never wanting to shoot again. Time heals. What you teach & preach was far from what we were taught back then. This helped greatly

[@ChrisSajnogs]

It's not what I taught when I was running our Sniper Course. Thank you for your service.

[@jeffersonsibal]

Very interesting video. It's simple, straightforward and quite effective as I have tried it myself. All along I have been doing the wrong way until I watched this video. Props to Chris.

[@timothythedude5406]

Ok i was jabbing trouble on my grouping. I worked on grip daily when i watched this video lastnight i went to the range today. No joke my grouping wss so much better. I practice focusing on 200 rounds. Now all i want to do is shoot at the range and get better. I was just amazed at how one single thing changed my aiming ability so much. I even picked up some acrylic paint today to make my front sight more bright white and it helps. Best video I've seen on learning to aim better. Thanks so much man.

[@82luft49]

Back in the day during a fierce, up close fire fight, we troopers only pointed and shot our 1911 Colt .45 ACP pistols at an approaching enemy that was less that 5 to 7 ft. from our position. After the war, I never fired a firearm again. Recently I decided to start shooting pistol range rentals to see if I still had the skill in shooting from 3 yds. away. Boy, did I suck! I had my eye glued on the target and not on the front sight. My groupings were all over the place. Now I plan on taking your advice and start concentrating only on the front sight with a blurry back round target. Thanks, Chris.

[@82luft49]

82luft Post Script: Now that I have free time on my hands, I plan on applying for my SC carry permit. In doing quite a bit of research on the positive reviews on the Glock 19, I would like to know if this firearm would the the right pistol to start with? If you don't have the time to reply, then perhaps the experienced commenters on these pages could be of help to me. I would really appreciate it folks.

[@brianbauman8616]

Very good choice, highly reccomend

[@tim10172]

+82 Luft yessir, or maybe 17 because of your experience with full size pistols. Although, my Pop being a DI, USMC, the 1911 just cradles the hand as opposed to the vise versa. Fine pistols, all but let us know what you decide!

[@salthart57]

I'll assume you already made your purchase, but I'll go ahead and say the Glock 19 would be an excellent choice. I am biased naturally as Glocks are all I own, but there's good reason why the G19 is one of the most popular 9mm handguns out there. Are there better guns out there...of course, but at that price point you'd be hard pressed to find it! Good luck!

[@patriotscloset6105]

It's not so much the "right" pistol. The important thing is to become proficient with which one you choose. If you are looking to step into CC, you need a lot more training than what is taught in the classes for CC. You're making a great investment in personal and/or family protection by going this route, and I applaud you on your decision. Shoot regularly, take some advanced courses (as an example tacticalresponse.com) from people who have combat experience and practice, practice, practice. It may be the difference between life and death in a bad situation. You will walk away with knowledge, experience and the confidence to handle whatever could come up in your life. Note: I am not affiliated with any professional courses or any of the people in the link I gave as an example. It's just the closest one to my location. There are several excellent courses scattered across the country.

[@davidhack6789]

I've just subscribed to your channel and this is the first time that I've ever seen or tried the method for focusing that you put out, once I tried it those two times I found that it actually works. My nephew and his wife carry all the time, and I'm going to recommend this channel to them because it is good training!

[@mccauleysm85]

I love the Exercises in this video!! I've never heard of using optical illusions as a backdrop to train. I absolutely LOVE it!! Great video. great information thanks Chris!!

[@lionelwashington8448]

when people take the time to ensure things are done the correct way, help the world go around thanks. Chris!!

[@johndougherty8868]

Chris, that was very helpful. I have been practicing what you say and it has helped a lot.

[@Kionala]

those optical illusions hurt, but you were right about focusing making them stop moving. the dots faded then started to blink in and out. trippy.

[@RandyLunn]

When I focus on the front sight the purple dots do fade away but while fading away a green halo appears around each purple dot.

[@ryrysinger]

Randy Lunn same for me!

[@hamnchee]

Unfortunately that means both of you have 3 weeks to live.

[@lukecovey8406]

Visda58 two weeks left. tick tock, tick tock. Mwa ha ha!

[@einfussganger]

The effect is called "negative afterimage". Best to Google that for the explanation and other fun examples.

[@ilikegliding]

Stop smoking that stuff man

[@Maza675]

I don't get to shoot regularly but this has improved my shooting immensely and gets almost all my rounds consistently on target, no matter the distance.

[@jamesclintmahle]

Thank you, Chris, for all your knowledge shared. I have your books and have seen a great difference. I will keep coming back.

[@vegvisircoaching]

sound advise, I am by far a SEAL or some SF guy. I was taught by them when I got my instructor certs and life SWAT guys as well. and once you have it down your shooting will improve tremendously.

[@sjbyars]

Great video. It helped me answer some questions I've been having, especially about where to hold the sight picture. Thanks, Chris.

[@andrew________]

This one concept was so helpful. I haven't even shot yet but aiming with this new style, it is already so much clearer and easier to aim. Thank you!

[@imjinriver641]

II used what I learned from the video and significantly tightened my grouping after one attempt. Funny thing is, the less time i spend aiming the tighter the grouping. Great video!!! Thank You...you may have saved my life!!

[@jjonestowne]

+Roses Violet yeah, ditto! i usually screw up my shot when i over-think it. i guess that's just the whole '2nd-guessing' thing. agreed, tho. great video. thank you, and i'ma buy his books!!

[@johngrunwell]

I'm not a bullseye shooter. I'm more accurate on my "push out" to full extention, front sight on target, as seen through my Snake Eyes sight, smooth trigger pull, I hit center mass. If I waiver in that, I'm over thinking my sight picture, and I'll pull the shot. Practice makes perfect they say! 😂

[@coquimonster31]

I have to say, I'm new to owning & shooting handguns. I'm good enough to hit the target (body frame) but my grouping is horrible. I tried this technique today. Amazing results! I'm seriously slow about focusing and I lose the focus a lot, but I stayed with it and it showed. This is with one day training. I always looked at the target and still find it hard to believe I need to look at my front sight instead. But it works. Thanks for this. New subscriber.

[@markhill1101]

Awesome video! Will be practicing today ... wondered if you could address two questions: In a high stress defensive situation, wouldn't you focus on whats possibly gonna harm you, and after years of shooting I seem to anticipate recoil with handguns .. any thoughts appreciated! and THANK YOU for your service ...proud of you guys!

[@motoknivesandgunsbyjt]

Chris. I have read your book which I dissected and practiced religiously. I’m retired LEO and was a decent shooter but i want to get into competitive shooting. More than one person has told me that this “looking at the front sight” is old school and that now you should be target focused. Can anyone chime in on this? Now with red dots they are saying to look through the glass and not at the dot. So confusing. On my channel I just did a review of a gun and I’m shown shooting the weapon. I’m pretty decent hitting my steel plates but I kinda have a half and half focus. This has been a conundrum for me. Thanks for any feedback.

[@hip-hophomework4252]

Chris, Could you do a video on proper sighting of a scope?

[@MoAoX7]

same, 1-1.5inch from eye

[@ExpatGringo]

Thanks Chris! I "knew" I should be focusing on the front sight but never really UNDERSTOOD how or why - until this video; The way you explained and demonstrated the technique, it just clicked with me and the light went on. Now that I understand how it works and can trust this method, I'll practice and employ it. Can't wait to get to the range (after building the myelin through dry training) to go live!

[@randallchuck6376]

I am new pistol owner. I watched this video after my first time at the indoor range. My group was over 12 inches from top to bottom and 3 inches to the left of the bullseye. My second time at the range was huge improvement by following your principles. I shot 5 shots per group and 5 groups fired. In my last group, I hit 4 of my 5 last shots within the bullseye! Focus, stance and grip made all the difference. I thank you very much. Best regards always.

[@2RCHA]

Great Vid!!!,,,, You remind me of my "Very" first Weapons Instructor when I was in the "RCAC"(Royal CDN Army Cadets) at the tender age of 13, with his instruction, and my good "Eye", I almost made the "National" team to go to "Wembley" for the "Commonwealth" competitions,,,,Using a .303 SMLE!, We even had to "Master the "Mad Minute",,,,That "Training" stayed with me for the rest of my Military Career when I joined the "Regular" Army @ 17, We were handed 7.62 FN C1A1's,,,,@ 500 meters all of my shots were in the Black covered by the palm of your hand, and I stayed in the Black up until the 1500 meter mark,,,,,The "Trick" to firing well w/ the FN was proper setting of the "Gas Regulator" ,,,,,,,,,,AS Well as everything you mentioned on your Vid!, Bravo Zulu, Andy.

[@orozcocris93]

This is range shooting really. Nothing is better than going to the range and actually shooting. Muscle memory is what the key is. In a situation of self protection, you do NOT want to stand and send rounds. You need to practice to shoot at moving targets and learn to move as you shoot. Practice shooting from compromised positions. Good video for basics though

[@surdzo]

The best shooting practice video on KZbin period. Finally. Tnx bro.

[@gfymaobama3524]

Thanks for the new info, just started with a pistol again. Haven't shot or carried one since "Nam. They really changed the marksmanship rules around and these techniques make it way easier for my old eyes. Do you have any videos with "newer" rifle techniques or have they remained the same over the past forty or so years. I'm still shooting how I was taught as a Ranger with the rifle. Don't think I need improvement with my rifle skills (I shoot about 1.5 MOA @ 150 yds) but if there is new info I'd surely appreciate it! Thanks for your excellent tips and for your dedicated service to the Country and it's people. SSG Rick

[@danielbadge1257]

When focusing should I have both eyes open or just my dominant eye?

[@RobertSmith-iy5lk]

Do you practice with both eyes open or one eye closed?

[@davidjessee7701]

I've been shooting for years,and I thought I was a pretty good shot,until about two years ago when I saw this video,and since then I have applied this front sight focusing, and WOW!!! Groups at 2 in" at 10 yards with my Glock 19.. this video was GREAT!!!I really impressed the young guys at the range!!!

[@harrisonfowler4461]

How can you hit something at, say, 80 yards with a handgun if you're focused on the front sight? If a target is that blurry at 15 yards, what's it going to look at when it's 80 yards away?? Not trying to sound condescending. I'm honestly curious. Maybe there are other techniques for further targets???

[@harrisonfowler4461]

Look like***

[@harrisonfowler4461]

+Chris Sajnog I watched the video. I'm just saying that I can't see the target at all from 80 years while focused on the front sight. Perhaps I need more practice. I appreciate you getting back to me.

[@badams9854]

+Chris Sajnog : I've been consistently grouping rounds within a paper plate size metal silhouette at 100+ yards. Been doing what you're teaching here without knowing it's being taught. I came by it after 40+ yrs of practicing faithfully and thousands and thousands of rounds. What you're sharing with others DOES work and I can say based on my own path/journey to get where I am today that it WILL shave MANY yrs and lots of $$ in bullets to anyone willing to practice what you're illustrating. I've always said; "ACCURACY first and foremost!" Throwing lots of lead in the air "towards" your target is a complete waste of effort and can get you killed. "Hitting" your target with a well placed round is what its ALL ABOUT - period! It all comes down to that ONE round. New subscriber. Thanks for sharing your KSA (knowledge, skills, and abilities) with others. I have a personal question/favor to ask. What's the best way to reach you? Thx in advance.

[@ipkyouosrs8421]

Harrison, I understand what your saying. And at that point i would be looking at the target, get a few rounds off. If you miss you miss, it will allow you to lay suppressive fire and get the hell out of there or re-position your self at a better advantage. Im glad you posted this comment, at a range shooting paper or dummies, you can do what you want and test out works for you. But like i said a few seconds ago, if things went down, thats how I would handle it.

[@wireup4321]

Get a rifle 25 to 50 yards max

[@paulpierce4818]

Finally understand the phrase "Front Sight. Front Sight". Thanks!!!!

[@Agitabodie]

Hehe with the purple dots i suddenly got another set of green dots... I haven't fired yet, but im planning on taking the courses soon.

[@treebs9516]

Me too and the green dots stayed after he took the pic down

[@shaverlocal]

This is the most important presentation I have ever seen in front sight usage. It was like flipping a light switch on in my brain. Thanks Chris!

[@frostbitedos]

@chris sajnog Thank you so much for your time and sharing your knowledge, it really helps!!!

[@In_MT]

Thanks for this. I have greatly improved my shooting after watching 2 of your instructional videos on Grip/focus on front sight. In summation, GAME CHANGER! Thank you.

[@RelentlessHomesteading]

That was amazing ! Looking forward to giving it a try. Thought it was my old eyes when my son's shoot a 3" group @ 25yds, and I'm lucky to keep with 6". Thanks. Very well explained with great visual aids !! Just subscribed

[@NNegativeCreep]

I know this is old but hopefully you still get notifications. But everytime I shot while focusing on the front sight a get double vision. I see two sights every time unless I focus on the target

[@justinmaxwell4925]

I'm seeing more comments about this now, but not a single response to it. A lot of us have this going on but I can't find any guidance on it.

[@alejandroflores-samaniego9320]

Awesome video I've been practicing and I have notice and learning from my mistakes watching and focusing. Exactly what this video was talking about.

[@SouthernGround]

i have worn progressive glasses for years, front sight focus is not possible without tilting your head way back. so i came up with my own method, I place the whole slide top and sides centered with what ever i am shooting at, leveling off the top, works great on non moving targets, works for me. to be clear its like projecting the shape of the man target with the shape of the slide and front sight. leaving equal distance on both sides of the sight picture.

[@knastera]

This works! I used it using my new Smith and Wesson .40 and I tore the center out of the target.

[@apachecanon]

great exercise... I have not done this for awhile...funny I close my eyes, a black screen with the front sight shows up. All black but the front site is white lol great video

[@TyroneNorthcutt]

This was one of the most clear, concise focusing videos I have ever seen. Great stuff. The optical illusions were amazing, never thought about using these in this context. I think I will be putting this on targets for dry fire practice at home. Thank you

[@asabot4you683]

I'm right handed, left eye dominant, so trying to train with BOTH eyes open is a challenge. You're right Chris, you have to TRUST your mind and not focus on the target, especially with my situation. I use a ball point pen when I'm working...Hold it so it's pointing up, like my front sight would be, then bring my hand up and try to quickly focus on the TIP OF THE PEN, and NOT the target. This seams to help me...Thanks for a great video!

[@meekison9]

Hey Chris. I've tried focusing on the front sight countless times, but I've found it to hinder my accuracy because I see double of my target. I can correct the double vision by either closing one eye or focusing on the target instead of the front site. Is there anything that you would suggest?

[@captmorgan101472]

Same for me Michael. I have seen/heard millions of times to focus on the front sight. Whenever I do this I always see double blurry targets and it is pretty much impossible to hit it with any kind of accuracy. For me, focusing on the target is far superior to focusing on the front sight. By focusing on the target, the target becomes clear and the front sight is sort of superimposed on top of it. I get vastly better results this way. I guess you should just use whatever works best for you.

[@ajep1943]

Michael L. This is the same issue I have. Ive looked through many of these comments and this is the only one addressing this. It is definitely difficult to shoot at two blurry targets. Maybe our eyes are different? I’m not sure.

[@ckirkman2808]

Try squinting your non dominant eye just a little as much as it takes to regain that front sight and try to ease it back to your limit. That's what worked for me hopefully it helps there are also vids out there describing other techniques. Good luck.

[@justinmaxwell4925]

Same here. I always just focus on the target and use a peripheral focus on the front sight.

[@dpapaioannow]

@@ajep1943 your eyes are not different when it comes to sending these kind of information to your brain and back...unless you have a defect problem....you're fine,either way works the same if you just slightly squint your non dominant eye like the guy said,you can do a simple experiment with no gun at all,pretend that the first joint of your index is the front sight and aim at something as steadily as you can,when you hard focus on your finger the target gets double and vice versa....in either case when you squint your non dominnat eye just enough....the doubling goes away,no need to move your aim to compensate....repeat the same principle with your gun,provided you still maintain good stance good grip etc it's no big deal really when you practise long enough

[@ajakbior971]

Chris, you are the best..... Watching from South Sudan.

[@iamepimethus]

now I have a sight picture and dots around it floating on everything I look at! My dog looks goofy! Good video!

[@walker614jw]

I had to qualify for a position on the reserve sheriff's(many years ago). Our instructor at the time taught us this method. It completely changed the way I shoot! I have taught it to my boys and their shooting ability is astonishing, (of course I'm biased but, hey..) 😂 They are still a good shot! Thanks for the video. I will use this as a refresher!

[@BR5499a]

Jump to about 3:35 for how to.

[@venom7774]

BR5499a thx you

[@Kirtee7090]

Thx

[@ChrisSajnogs]

Just so you all know, I trimmed the video down so you do not need to skip ahead to 3:35 anymore! Yay!

[@bobsandbach943]

will start working on this tomorrow. great info