Walk Before you Can Run
The information presented is well suited for almost any level of shooter. Its basic, but still informative and handy. As a self-proclaimed internet gun expert I was still able to learn a thing or two. Well really I learned about ten new things. I liked the amount of information presented by Mr. Jeans and how easy and clear it was to follow. A few things that stick out to me from the DVD is how Bill uses the trigger guard to guide the shells into the tube. I tried it and found it intuitive. He also has an excellent means of transitioning between targets with a pump-action shotgun I won’t reveal here.
DVD Based Training
I’ll say it now DVDs won’t replace practical classes. Without an instructor you won’t be able to shoot complicated drills or receive constructive criticism and correction. These DVDs are great teaching basic movements, tactical drills, and basic gun handling. The instruction provided, at least with this Panteao Productions DVD, is all things you can practice at home and on the range safely by yourself.
There is certainly value in these especially if you are looking to learn some new concepts or familiarize with new drills. They walk you through each and every step with a multitude of camera angles, great lighting, and easy to follow instructions.
The biggest pain is watching the DVD, seeing a technique and having to go to the range. Without the DVD in front of you, you may forget a step or two and need to reference the DVD. The streaming service and a smart phone would be a handy combination for the range. Before you run out to the rnage certainly watch the video and get your dry fire practice in.
Where it All Ends Up
Training from DVDs from companies like Panteao Productions is perfect for supplementing your live training. You can learn new and practical things from these DVDs and receive instruction from some of the top firearms trainers in the world. The Panteao Productions streaming service is 150 bucks a year and that is only a fraction of the cost of a single class. Some of the Panteao Productions DVDs can be found on Amazon for around 20 bucks, or you can download standard definition videos from Panteao Productions for 15 bucks.
Training DVDs have their place in your training continuum, and if you can’t afford professional training they do offer you the ability to learn invaluable skills, as well as safe firearm’s handling, and more.
As an addendum i recently learned there is also gun smithing DVDs that allow you to work on 1911s, AK, and even toss together an AR from an 80 lower.
