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Quoted: It depends on what rifle I'm shooting and what I'm practicing for.
When working with the 4H kids in 3 position rifle, I use choice number 1. This is the best choice for this type of shooting.
When shooting my AR and practicing/training to fight with my rifle, I use choice number 2. This is the best setup for this type of shooting.
If you are using choice number 1 while training to fight with your rifle. Well, you're just wasting your time.
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Can you elaborate on why choice number one is bad for fighting. I usually go shooting with some friends that are Iraq war vets (marines mostly) and they all shoot bladed and erect, stock on shoulder. When I pull up military images almost every soldier shoots in this stance
The stooped position seems more popular in carbine classes and among LEO
Seems to be the rifle version of isoceles vs weaver.
Quoted: Mabey someone has some inside information on this, but didnt the chest square to the enemy stance come about from the use of armor plates? The theory being if you have to take a round to the torso, its best to take it in the chest where you have the additional armor.
edit: I was always told that during reflexive fire drills, if your back is hurting, your doing it correctly.
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Would seem like a double edge sword. Standing square exposes more of your torso, which gives a person a bigger target to hit including your head, arms and legs, plus a wide torso. I've heard the same thing as you about taking a round to plate armor, but I have reservations about exposing more of myself to get shot at
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If your buddies are shooting this way, it is because they were taught to do it that way. If you're at the range shooting, then it is fine to shoot that way. I use this position when shooting too.
When I practice/train with my carbine, I use the fighting stance. Yes, if you're wearing body armor, it helps give you the most protection. There is more to it then that. By bringing the rifle in towards your center, you're getting it to where it will point better for you. It also helps control the rifle while shooting rapidly. Plus this stance also helps bounce in the rifle when moving. Try moving and shooting with while shooting in the first position and then the second. You'll see a major difference between the two.
Yes the second choice is not as comfortable at the first. Of course, it is like any other shooting position. When it's new, it takes awhile to get used to it. Once you're used to this position, you'll find that it is the best choice for fighting with a rifle.
Don't take my word for it, try the different stances yourself. Try putting several or more hours in with the second choice, and you'll be able to see what I'm talking about.