Ball & Dummy
Fundamentals
Diagnose and fix trigger flinch by randomly mixing live rounds with snap caps. Reveals anticipation issues you cannot feel otherwise.
Course of Fire
- Load magazine with random mix of live rounds and snap caps
- Shoot slowly, focusing on trigger press
- Watch for muzzle dip on snap cap clicks
Setup
5-7 yards to target. Mix snap caps randomly into magazine.
Strategy
When you hit a snap cap and the muzzle dips, you found your flinch. Focus on pressing the trigger straight back without anticipating recoil.
About This Drill
Ball & Dummy is the best diagnostic for trigger anticipation. Load a magazine with random snap caps mixed in. When you press the trigger on a snap cap, any flinch becomes visible. The cure is focus and dry fire practice.
Train This Drill
Use Par Timer Pro to practice Ball & Dummy with audio cues and track your progress.
