Rifle Accuracy: Range Marksmanship vs. Combat Reality

In this informative video, Reid Henrichs of Valor Ridge discusses theoretical vs. realistic rifle accuracy during combat conditions. Often times, people think their rifles need to be more accurate than they really need to be. Most rifles are far more accurate than you will ever need them to be.
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[@billbkr32ify]

How much do your classes run?

[@benmacdhui]

Great video Reid. Combat accuracy trumps all.

[@clydegreenehaywoodco]

I don't suggest anyone who has balls of steel come to Valor Ridge cause Reid shoots steel all day long.

[@limbuel]

I wish Reid Henrichs was the mayor of New York City! Could you imagine?

[@brudamiranda3314]

@@billbkr32ify valor ridge classes are on his website. With prices. I've been looking at them. There really selling out fast

[@11b4life.]

If you haven't been to Valor Ridge....GO! Don't wait I've been twice rifleman and pistol craft...you will not regret it. I can guarantee you...you will leave a better shooter with a better mindset on how to handle a firearm. Reid has a way of teaching that anyone can follow and he leaves no student behind. I remember this young lady in pistol craft..she wasn't as big as a hummingbird... but let me tell you by day 2 she was a badass. Seriously folks just go...the man knows his business, and the way things are going it may just save your life..or your families. I'm an old infantry soldier and I was shooting better after rifleman than when I was in the Army.

[@lucien4980]

Its definitely on my want to do list... actually added to need to do list. Anything that can make.me better and keeping my family safe is worth doing.

[@freedomseeds8194]

I've never been to Valor Ridge, now I want to go. I've been to a couple other extremely good trainers, Haley Strategic (Travis Haley) and Thunder Ranch (Clint Smith). I can attest to the quality of training at both of those facilities. After going to both of those training facilities, and being raised by my WWII Marine Corps veteran grandpa, I can say I greatly appreciate quality instruction. Every teacher brings their own style, concepts, drills and training regimen. You pick up something different from all of them, and they all bring their own attributes to the table. Thanks for selling me on taking a course a Valor Ridge. Now I have to save the cash for travel and training. 🤬🤣

[@imacarguy27]

Looking forward to it. One of my homies is an instructor there who travels 2 states just to come and help students and he helps me out a lot from across the country.. Im shooting for the middle of this year. But with all of the different focuses hes bringing to his curriculum, its going to be hard to pick a particular class/weekend.

[@11b4life.]

@@imacarguy27 I would suggest you take a course on what you like to shoot most..rifle or pistol.

[@SgtRudySmith31bRet]

Good shooting in combat is hitting the target!

[@point177]

Good shooting in combat is neutralizing the target.

[@caiman114]

@@point177 Exactly, even if it's just psychological. That's still a great way to spend rounds. Gunny Hathcock's example pinning down an enemy company with sporadic sniper fire is instructive. Good distinction!

[@WFOHara-gt8ku]

Agreed; I would add as well, "quickly"

[@caiman114]

@@WFOHara-gt8ku absolutely.

[@lucien4980]

Hitting in the right area to make them no longer a threat.

[@disturbedmaynard3873]

While in the Corps, they told us that Marines should be able to hit a man size target at 500 yards. No talk about MOA, or having small groups, just so that the target goes down. In my mind, that first shot is the most important one. It has to count, as once you have pulled the trigger, you have given your position away.

[@WarriorPoet01]

If you cannot shoot one Man Of Angle, you’re combat ineffective 😁

[@fuqutube]

Marines .. The opposite of a silent professional..

[@DieselRamcharger]

combat effectiveness. you are either killing or being killed.

[@mhfisc]

Very few people can shoot more accurately than a modern rifle

[@bjornegan6421]

well, the ironic thing is anyone who has been properly trained or disciplined enough can and one point of reid's videos is to get proper training. so..

[@JamesSmullins]

@@bjornegan6421 you can during a static and controlled environment however during a dynamic chaotic environment you won't be able to. I don't practice (when ammo was available) static environments because those just aren't real outside of a shooting range. I have even thought about making a remote control air soft gun that would be aimed at me. A buddy could sit behind me and control when, how fast it fires as I try aquire the target. Get hit by a pellet it's a fail, start over and repeat until my mind, eyes and trigger finger learn to work much faster to avoid getting shot. Closest we can get to real live fire combat and not end up dead. The more remotely controlled air soft guns the better.

[@Dunecoone]

@@JamesSmullins Man...that sounds AMAZIN'! Let us know how it goes

[@jwilsonhandmadeknives2760]

the sad reality is that most shooters who think they can shoot well only shoot from bags / bipod / bench. Take the training wheels off and you’ll get a rude awakening.

[@Luke-id1cp]

Whoosh​@@bjornegan6421

[@triston5515]

I hate debating with fudds at the range about this. Combat accuracy is whats important. Anything else is “bullseye shooting”

[@hunterkiller232134]

The problem is most people don't understand "combat accuracy". They think shooting a wild group on a man-sized target is minute of man. You do need to have good fundamentals and an understanding that under combat stress your ability to practice perfect fundamentals goes out the window and your groups open up significantly.

[@Kross8761]

@@hunterkiller232134 I've always considered "combat accuracy" to be able to place a shot on a man-sized target in a high value area, hitting a man on the outer portion of his bicep isn't combat accuracy, hitting hiting him in the heart or lungs IS, I think of it like when I hunt deer, I want to cause as much damage with every single shot I fire, if I can hit center-chest I'm happy.

[@callofduty732]

Yeah agreed 👍🏽 this is probably single-handedly one of the most obnoxious topics to have to try to educate somebody on

[@DieselRamcharger]

now you know what "shooting the bull" means......

[@DieselRamcharger]

​@@hunterkiller232134 grouping doesnt exist. can you put a significant number of rounds on target, while keeping track of everything else goin on around you.

[@DogBeast221]

Accuracy decreases as the incoming rounds increase. Great practicality, Reid.

[@jasontaylor5061]

Instantly think of the pics of the troops in nam. Shooting their m16's over a berm with their hands over the berm and them taking cover.

[@slapstick4976]

comment to bump the algorithm

[@johnwurfel2862]

Wish they had a bump stick to speed it up...

[@game.over.]

I like this no bullshit attitude and your a good teacher of this pinpoint accuracy belongs on a sewing machine

[@fivevs1]

Ain't no place like the Ridge. Outstanding teaching done in a professional manner. If only our schools had the same caliber of teachers and instruction as what Reid offers here.

[@gamingdreams2142]

Most people are all talk. This guy knows what he's doing.

[@jesseregenauer630]

Mr Reid Henrichs; You taught my son how to field strip an AR15 with perfection. He in turn showed ME how to appropriately field strip an AR15. I love videos like this and take them to heart..... GOD BLESS AND PROTECT YOU - - HOPE TO GET DOWN TO VALOR RIDGE FROM HERE IN WISCONSIN SOMETIME IN THE NEXT TWO OR SO YEARS........

[@kevinstrahota1223]

I'm saving for a trip too. Also from wisco. Carpool?

[@jesseregenauer630]

@@kevinstrahota1223 What part? I'm in the Eau Claire area......

[@kevinstrahota1223]

@@jesseregenauer630 north of wausau a bit.

[@chubbethsthunder]

Reid, Thank you very much. Have a blessed weekend.

[@mikewerden4056]

Shooting freehanded standing or kneeling is a skill that many of us used as kids in the field. When game was dinner. Being 70 years old now it like most firearm skills is a perishable skill and still needs plenty of practice in the field.

[@eeaton5]

Great video Reid, you are a true patriot!

[@Brett235]

Thanks Reid for the demonstration. I'm an average rifleman with a hunting rifle and a novice with a combat rifle. Your demonstration makes perfect sense.

[@DrewEdwardBacklas]

“Time is the most valuable resource that we have when it comes to deadly force.”

[@brudamiranda3314]

Thank you RH AND VR. I been watching and learn as much as I can from Reid. Take care my friends and Brothers!

[@SR-wz2iv]

Your knowledge is invaluable. Leaning heavy towards your class

[@WestCoastChicano]

Shooting super tight groups is nice, but for my defensive purposes I'm fine shooting center mass. Gr8 vid as usual. 🔫 🇺🇸

[@TyrantExterminator1776]

Problem is does no good if they are wearing COWARD armor

[@TyrantExterminator1776]

@Jenny Pizza Pie What does the year have to do with anything when talking about shooting CENTER MASS against people with COWARD ARMOR on.

[@hossy540]

@@TyrantExterminator1776 if you had the choice to go into a gunfight with or without armor.. what the hell would you choose??

[@TyrantExterminator1776]

@@hossy540 Well of course with Armor but both sides should have it, So you are probably about all the new Improved COWARD fighting using drones to kill people who have no chance of being able to defend themselves.

[@MrsCluckCluck44]

I like the rifle You make shooting look like second nature, I’m ALLWAYS impressed by you. Thanks Reid nice video

[@rustywolf6813]

There is a reason DMR rifles are made differently and held to different standards then a regular combat gun. Great vid!

[@Tier1Citizen]

Well said as always my friend.

[@petebovenzi8119]

Awesome , good to see you again Reid

[@Hermann-lz2jb]

Hey Reid. Just wanted to say thanks for your commitment. God bless.

[@davelpz3340]

Got a smile on my face when I saw the AK!

[@kendps1587]

Its my favorite... my friends hated it! I keep telling them its my bootcamp arms loooool...

[@bds123087]

Just finished your American rifle book, awesome awesome read!! I highly recommend picking up his book

[@InfoBlox762]

The fact that he mentions this little detail to shooting has just helped me understand how to be a better shot.

[@krissyramsey3934]

Awesome instruction. Every American should be trained at Valor Ridge

[@GingerGigantus]

Jack rabbits are great practice for going from relaxed to shooting at a moving target. I figure if you can plug a rabbit at 50 to 100 yards on a run then a human sized target will be much easier.

[@jubjub905]

Might make it easier to do but probably not easier than the rabbit. Sure its bigger than the rabbit...but its probably shooting back lol

[@GingerGigantus]

@@jubjub905 yes that’s very true

[@ianmcfee5611]

Good to see you back. Hadn't heard from you in a while. Hope all is well

[@shepherdwarrior777]

Recently bought a Ruger American Ranch 7.62x39 rifle. I put a 2moa red dot on it. At 200 yards standing I was able to shoot a 7 inch shot group. 👍

[@Hill_Billy_Without_A_Hill]

I kind of like the idea of that/those little rifles. Wish they would put irons on it, or just make a scout version. 5.45x39 would be cool too. I just wonder how polymer and ARstyle mag release setup on some of their models will hold up over time.

[@CIAG4PNP]

Excellent practical experience and advice shared !

[@hossy540]

Excellent points. Truth. Can't imagine the stress and adrenaline of a real gunfight. Targets get MUCH harder to hit even when gettin the heart rate up.

[@joedavidovich2214]

Thanks for your service and thanks for what you do everyday.

[@Dunecoone]

Thanks Mr. Heinrichs! GOD Bless America!

[@bayertwin]

Reid Henrichs. As I said on your FB page. This is the reason why Don & keep coming back. You don't care if someone can wear a fitted T-shirt. Or can shoot sub moa. All you care about is that we put forth the effort to be better on the last day of class, than we were on the 1st. And we keep working on improving ourselves. To include our health, our fitness. But more importantly our tactics and accuracy.. I will never fit in a fitted T-shirt. But I can hit that target when I have to...

[@Subtletext]

Seeing this is the first time shooting has made real world sense. Thanks Reid

[@Whoadayson]

Man, your entire message is solid. Your a true American Patriot (the true sense of the term, not the overly used version thats become a thing lately). I appreciate you shsring your wisdom with us. Ive had your books for awhile now, but what would be awesome is to put them in audiobook form, so I can listen at work!!! (Im joking somewhat, because I realize its probably not simple to turn a book into an audiobook, thats available to the market, but the idea is stuck in my mind. It also sucks that Audible, aka Amazon, is a full blown leftardarized company :() Anyway, thanks again

[@krrrruptidsoless]

1:35 Expecting the grass behind him to have about 5 or 6 dudes in ghillie suits to stand up

[@WFOHara-gt8ku]

Good points all Reid.

[@matteobrueller3878]

Awesome video Reid, your 100% right all that matters in a gunfight are reasonably well placed hits under stress...I think practicing shooting on the move is also very important as well

[@ThumbsUpKitty]

Good information. I'm glad we have this amazing patriot named Reid Henrichs!!!

[@JesusisLORD77778]

Thanks Reid!

[@jhalscott]

Always excellent videos. I agree 100%.

[@billyray2385]

great job reid and thanks for another great video.

[@carlray4809]

THANKS AGAIN REID, YOUR HELPING ME ALOT. GOD BLESS .

[@observingcitizen404]

always love any video on this channel

[@michaelgreene5319]

Awesome video Reid......thanks!

[@jimjensen1096]

Solid schooling Reid, thank you.

[@M81_WOODLAND]

2:10 LOL @ "interpersonal violence." It sounds so...IDK...clinical.

[@HoboBob]

Great video as always Reid! I hope to get to train with you guys soon! That's a beautiful AK by the way! Is that the RD rebuild?

[@BamfNooby]

I really appreciate the work you do, Keep doing what you're doing!

[@sl5932]

a good dose of reality, thank you.

[@DaFroBroforeal]

Thanks for the wisdom, Reid.

[@JerryMac007]

love your intros, is a no bull, lets get started and away we go, and to the point..... yes, my plan is to come to Valor Ridge and train, been looking at a coupe of different places, as one is a lot closer, but just think your style is where it is at.

[@embercrown9464]

Excellent video

[@budseltz340]

Reid is the man!

[@KillerDoc42]

Thank you for speaking truth & power

[@rubenjimenez5213]

Verry good advice, keep up the good work💪💪👍👍

[@RC-te4mt]

Definitely on my list of things to do! Semper Fi!

[@daxisperry7644]

I had a guy I used to train with in martial arts and he taught a handgun course for us. There were three targets of various sizes at about 7 yards and I made the group the same size on the 3 inch circle as the 10 inch circle and he just asks me, “Why are you taking so long for the 10 inch?”

[@dula4552]

Likewise many people can't hold MOA accuracy whilst hunting. Alot of guys i see are shaking and fizzing and often muff there shots when they have an animal in front of them. MOA is strictly for initial sighting in, when in the field i'm only interested in MOD....Minute of Dinner Plate. One in the engine room or center mass is one on the ground and more than sufficient. If they drop, its job done!

[@jasonventamiglia217]

Amen someone who knows what’s actually practical shooting

[@laserant]

Excellent points. Thank you

[@matthewstreeter8805]

Interpersonal violence, excellent term, lol. Thanks Reid another great vid!!

[@armandpiche3614]

understood.while some one going for a precise head shot,they have already been hit.not enough can be said about practical shooting.THANX REID.

[@kimbellbush1857]

Ordered your book. 👍

[@warriorwarrior6999]

Awesome video and information.

[@thoughtfulhistorytoday7214]

Great info. Makes me feel a little bit better about my less than marksman ability.

[@danrugbyman]

YES! A shooting video with Reid on an AKM! Like the olden days

[@heldenkreuz]

Thanks for sharing, Reid. Really enjoyed this, as well as your YT channel. Looking forward to the opportunity to learn from you. Cheers! 🇺🇸🦅🗽📜🐍

[@aboringsandwich]

Good vid Reid, thanks for the content

[@bricketdabrown9607]

Love the videos, love em even better with aks.

[@stevenkennedy4130]

Solid info here! Thanks for the content!!

[@heeebeeegeeebeee]

Really like reid’s vidoes!

[@Thomas-zh4dy]

Thanks brother.

[@12vscience]

Thanks.

[@lordw9609]

Thanks for practical advice!

[@MN-ub7gl]

Thank you for simple instruction!

[@charleslackey6275]

Great training facility

[@kimbellbush1857]

Reid is solid.

[@stephenbrunner482]

Thanks!

[@rickmeeks8739]

You're cool man we need all the help we can get

[@christopher2215]

Great content, thank you

[@tcarp1616]

Great shooting,

[@toddk1377]

It also doesn't help when people watch other videos made by competition shooters who give their opinion on accuracy based on their competition experience so folks tend to over think on the group size for combat shooting. For me, I take a basic M16A2 clone rifle or my 13.7" AR pistol and shoot mostly steel cased ammo which is more than accurate enough. Shooting targets from 25 yards going up to 100 yards in 25 yard intervals, then from 100-200-300-400. I try to keep 3 to 5 rounds within 10 inches on the silhouette and beyond 200 yards, I like to stay within 15 inches. The closer they are, the more speed and recoil management come into play, the further away it is, the more accuracy comes into play. All about finding that perfect balance of speed and accuracy. Reid seems like he'd be an awesome guy to work with amd learn from, I know I could learn tons from that man, taking a class from him is definitely on my bucket list.

[@Wootangtw]

Thanks buddy....

[@gregchabot7160]

Thank you for this video. Been writing this for years. It's just as bad with handguns too with accuracy expectations. Most modern firearms are mechanically more accurate than the shooter.

[@charlesludwig9173]

Sight alignment snd trigger control from transferring the stability of the ground into the position is what is desired.

[@ogcabbage6213]

Amen brother ,I need to come out to train

[@bloodstone6196]

THANK YOU! I know people who take forever shooting ,trying to hit the same hole,I tell em you know you aren't gonna have time for this if you need to use it,speed with reasonable accuracy is better than shooting the nuts off a fly if it takes you all day!

[@cagymccorgeson4289]

Great video!

[@poppabear9279]

I don’t buy many books, because I simply am too busy running 2 corporations to ingest books. But this time, I’m making a major exception and will be buying and reading this book front to back. Reid did a multi part video series on “The fighting mindset of our founding fathers”, episodes 1-6 and sadly, he did it back in the Yeager days and it’s fully scrubbed. I can only find part 5, but that video training series was just golden and nothing comes close to the presentation offered. I sincerely wish Reid would redo this series again in a classroom setting like he did. I’ve made this request before but don’t think he Reids comments (intentional corny pun sorry).🙈🙄 If he remade this video series I’d even buy it on DVD. Anyways, need to go find a link to buy this book. I think it’s on the website.

[@ccalhoun0016]

Cant wait to get back to the ridge.

[@richardf9137]

Solid Advice!!

[@wkuadkins]

great advise....

[@justanothergunnerd8128]

Good info - thank you

[@TampaDE5]

Breath of fresh air. Been waiting for a professional to put the " bench rest range bull shit " to the side and work the fundamentals.

[@BobArky]

I did the 4 day rifle class in 2018. It was *great* ... All I can say is .. SIGN UP TODAY .. you will always be glad you did.