Red Dot or Not?

About this video

McPhee discusses red dot sights for firearms, explaining when they are and aren’t practical. He argues red dots require extensive training to use effectively and can worsen performance if the user isn’t proficient. McPhee shares his approach to training with red dots, emphasizing the importance of finding the dot quickly, and details his personal use of red dots for hunting and long-range shooting.

Key takeaways

• McPhee argues red dots are not suitable for concealed carry because they require more training and can degrade performance in high-stress situations if the user isn’t skilled
• McPhee teaches that the key to red dot training is learning to quickly locate the dot when presenting the gun, then making micro-adjustments to align it through repeated practice
• McPhee recommends red dots for hunting and long-range shooting where there is time to aim carefully, and notes they are particularly effective for people with poor eyesight who struggle with iron sights
• McPhee explains that panic and stress cause the brain to revert to gross motor skills, making it harder to find the dot, and advocates for deliberate, repetitive training to build the habit of sight alignment

Episode details: published September 11, 2017 · 67.1K views · 3:13 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. McPhee’s service stories are his own accounts, attributed to him — not independently verified. His tactical and firearms instruction is his doctrine, presented as his teaching — not legal or safety advice from Self Growth Videos.

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