This week on Tactical Rifleman, I review the basic setup and components of one configuration of my war belt I utilized in the SEAL Teams. Much like the body armor setup video, the war belt is also not a one-size fits all setup. Team guys set up their kit in a manner that both fits […]
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Train and Shoot With Both Eyes Open: Tactical Rifleman Video
Here is some basic science and tips to help you practice, focus and shoot with both eyes open. The importance of training with both eyes open cannot be stressed enough. Karl covers the physiological reasons behind this thought process. If you are going to train for combat, train with both eyes open. For more go […]
Karl’s Five Favorite Rifle Drills for New Shooters: Tactical Rifleman Video
This week, on Tactical Rifleman, we are going to cover Karl’s favorite 5 Rifle Drills for New Shooters. Yes, there are hundreds of great drills out there. Yes, you need to practice all your critical skills, such as transitions, malfunctions, and speed reloads. However, first and foremost, new shooters need to develop muscle memory. That […]
How Special Forces Sets up a Helmet for Combat: Tactical Rifleman Video
We got a few comments on our “How to set up your Body Armor” video, asking about the helmet I had in the videos and how we go about setting a helmet up. Simple: Don’t weigh it down with extra crap you don’t need. Keep it simple. NVDs: Ensure your mount is tight. There’s nothing […]
How a Special Forces Soldier Sets Up Body Armor: Tactical Rifleman Videos
Tactical Rifleman had a request from a viewer that we cover how to setup your Body Armor. Ask and you shall Receive. In this video I cover just the basics, because that is all you really need. Keep your kit simple, carrying only what you need. When you look at my kit in the video, […]
Night Shooting Techniques from the Tactical Rifleman
Special Forces veteran Karl Erickson talks about flashlights and night pistol shooting, and covers a few different techniques. https://youtu.be/iJIZhXpoKQk Find a “night shooting” technique that most closely resembles how you shoot most of the time. Find it, then practice it, until you’ve made it a part of your standard training plan. For more go to […]
SF Assaulter Shows How To Set Up Your War Belt: Tactical Rifleman Video
This great Tactical Rifleman Video covers how to set up your Duty Belt, currently called a “War Belt.” Assaulters have been running gun belts or duty belts for decades. These usually included just a pistol holster, spare pistol magazines and maybe a dump pouch. Fast forward, and the current trend is to move commonly used kit […]