How to shoot a "double tap"

"Double tap" means taking two quick shots, one just after another, at one target. In combat shooting this technique is used to provide a maximum certainty that your target is neutralised. It's very important when using the 9mm cal. which doesn't have as much stopping power as i.e. .45 ACP. In practical shooting double tap is used for realism and to maximize the probability of hitting the target. Because of great dynamics this technique requires a very good control over the recoil.

Controlling a recoil - video

As an addition to the article about recoil control here is an instructional video from Saul Kirsch. He is a shooting instructor at Double Alpha Academy.

Handgun recoil control

Unsufficient recoil control generates a wide range of problems. From poor shots consistency to weakening the grip and changing the gun's position in the hand. This results mainly in a poor performance at the shooting range, but in extreme cases it may cause danger to the shooter and everybody around.

IPSC Championships Australasia 2010

Videos from IPSC championships that took place in Malesia.

Professional AIPSC competitions - video

In the extension you can watch a relation from last year's shooting AIPSC competitions: PAPI Clarence Lai Cup. They were held in the Philippines and are an example that such an event can look very professional.

Choosing a proper airsoft pistol for AIPSC

Shooting is a quite demanding sport when it comes to hardware. Marksman skills are paramount, but when two highly trained shooters meets, the selection of appropriate weapons can not be overestimated. So, before you purchase one, you should 5 times consider the choice.

The modern Isoceles - article

Some time ago I have found an interesting article from "American Handgunner" magazine written by Ron Avery - the director of the Practical Shooting Academy. Author explores the Modern Isoceles stance and prooves that it is better than other stances.

Shooting stances - Weaver

This is the second part of the argument on the pistol shooting stances. This time, I will describe a modified Weaver and Weaver stances. I will discuss both of them because of only slight differences between them. These are probably the most well-known stances - they can be seen in most action movies.

Shooting stances - Isosceles

Proper shooting stance is a very important thing for every shooter. Good stance makes shots more accurate and consistent while keeping stability.

There are three main shooting stances:
- Isosceles
- Weaver
- modified Weaver
In this and the next post I'll approach each of them.

Basics: handling a pistol by Todd Jarret

If you want to learn, you should learn from the best ones. Below Todd Jarret, ex IPSC champion, presents basics about handling and shooting a pistol.