Pistol Mounted Optics 103 (16 Hours)

Overview

This class is the third tier of our foundational handgun series, specifically for those who have chosen to utilize a pistol mounted optic sighting system. In this intensive two-day course, students will not only build and sharpen their fundamental handgun skills, but they will also gain a much better understanding of a pistol mounted optic and its advantages. From improving the performance of the aged eye shooter, to the advantages having a single focal plane sighting system, to utilizing the PMO as a self-diagnostic training tool and much more. There’s a reason why top level recreational, competitive, and defensive shooters have turned to pistol mounted optics, it’s time for you to discover why.

Experience Requirements

This is an intermediate level class. Successful completion of Handgun 102 or Pistol Mounted Optics 102 or equivalent is mandatory to attend this course. The student must be able to demonstrate safe gun handling, weapon system familiarity, foundational marksmanship skills, and working from a holster.

Students failing to meet and maintain our safety requirements and/or who cannot meet and immediately demonstrate the minimum skills required for the specific class may be removed from training. Please ensure you have read through the class description and fully understand our prerequisites before registering.

Course Outline

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• Identify the different types of PMO’s and their pros and cons.
• Demonstrate the ability to properly zero a PMO.
• Recognize the effects parallax with PMO.
• Consistently and efficiently acquire the dot.
• Apply sound marksmanship fundamentals.
• Perform various reloading techniques.
• Apply techniques to utilize the dot as a self-diagnostic tool.
• Effectively deliver multiple shots, with different sight pictures.
• Identify and clear malfunctions.
• Work through a downed, or occluded optic.
• Perform basic moving then shooting.
• Transition from target to target.
• Perform single hand shooting, both dominant and non-dominant hands.

Equipment List

• Quality functional semi-automatic pistol – Full size and compact pistols only (semi-auto center fire pistols only - revolvers or .22 caliber pistols are not allowed)
  • NO micro pistols or pocket pistols to include: P238, P938, P365, M&P Shield, Glock 43, etc.
  • Full framed “Micro guns” can be used (Fuse, x macro, etc.). Firearm must have high magazine capacity, 15 rounds flush fitting. However, it will always come down to Instructor discretion.
• 3 magazines
• Magazine pouch
• Dominant side, hip-mounted holster or dominant side, belt-mounted holster (No IWB Holsters)
  • Holster Requirements:
    • Must completely support the pistol.
    • Must not collapse once drawn.
    • Must fit properly to the belt. 
    • When holstered, the trigger guard must be completely covered. 
    • Must be oriented in a safe direction for drawing. 
    • “Trigger Finger” style retention devices are not permitted.
    • Must be able to draw and holster one-handed; Support hand cannot be utilized.
    • Holster compliance is at the discretion of the Instructor. If a holster is deemed to not comply with safety requirements, a loaner SIG SAUER pistol and/or appropriate holster will be provided. Exceptions can be made for Agency or Department issued equipment. Questions? Please call us at 603.610.3400. 
• Long pants with pockets and belt loops, a sturdy 1.5" belt, closed toe shoes (no flip flops or sandals), and a crew neck (T-shirt) or button-up shirt (no low-cut neckline)
• Hydration system
• Wraparound eyewear, polycarbonate lenses or non-shattering prescription glasses
• Recommend electronic hearing protection or earmuffs and earplugs
• Loading devices (optional)

Tuition includes free loan of firearms, holsters, safety glasses and hearing protection at the Epping, NH, New Smyrna Beach, FL, and Colorado Springs, CO locations.

Ammo

• Estimated round count: 600 rounds pistol
• For Epping, NH courses, non-toxic, non-jacketed FRANGIBLE ammunition may be required - call for clarification
• Lead core ammunition to be used on steel only
• No green/brown tip, armor piercing, or surrogate rounds to be used on steel at any time
• Ammunition is available for purchase from the Epping, New Smyrna Beach, and Colorado Springs facilities only

Notes

2-Day Course