Seismic Shotgun Advice, Precautions, and Pistol Grips

The Seismic Shooting System and method give you a safe, controlled, and comfortable shooting experience. However, this is not something you jump into without recognizing that it is an entirely new way to shoot a shotgun. To do it safely and become proficient, you need to understand how the system works and how you interface with the shotgun. You also need to know safety protocols and how to condition your body to shoot this way. Now, I know there are people who think they can take their pistol-grip shotgun out and shoot like this because they saw me do it on YouTube. Chances are, this will not go well for you, and you can only blame yourself for not educating yourself and preparing. Take time to read the blogs, watch the videos, and know the safety protocols.

In the coming months, I’ll demonstrate the advantages and capabilities of the Seismic Shooting System. I’ll take you through the fundamentals of shooting positions, movements, and safety protocols. Over my years of product development and training, I have shot over 30,000 rounds using this method. I also practice manipulation, movements, and shooting positions at home or in the backyard. Between live-fire and movement practice, I’ve brought the shotgun to my cheek probably 50,000 times. The point is, there is a learning curve here; this is an entirely new way to shoot a shotgun. Many will find these movements intuitive and natural; others will find them awkward or too physically demanding.

Based on my experience, I have a few warnings for anyone considering adapting this shooting method or testing it with your current PGO shotgun.

First, don’t just accessorize your shotgun with the Seismic System and start shooting without completing the training procedure to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Additionally, if you don’t take the time to learn the system's fundamentals and condition your body to adapt to this new shooting style, your skills and level of advancement will suffer.

Second, do not use the Seismic Shooting Method with a Raptor or a bird’s-head grip that comes standard on Tac 14 and 13, or on Shockwave and Aftershock. The Seismic Grip is part of the Seismic Shooting System and is specifically designed for it. The grip has the right amount of curve and other features that make it safe and comfortable to shoot. Hand, wrist, and forearm alignment are critical for control, recoil management, and comfortable shooting.

This also applies to the traditional pistol grip that comes standard on Remington 870 and Mossberg 500 pistol-grip shotguns, where the brunt of the recoil is absorbed in your hand. Again, the grip is not designed for shooting using the Seismic Shooting Method. 

How to prepare and avoid injury

The Seismic Shooting System requires you to put your body in positions it's not used to being in, let alone when firing a 12-gauge shotgun. Your level of physical fitness, strength, range of motion, and flexibility will determine whether it feels natural and intuitive or awkward to impossible. I adapted to this over the years; even so, when I first started shooting this way, I would overdo it and pay the price with sore or pulled muscles. I did recover; however, it made me realize the importance of warming up and conditioning myself. It’s a good idea to warm up your body, especially the arms and shoulders, before shooting.

To maximize your enjoyment, safety, and to become proficient with the Seismic Shotgun, please take the time to educate yourself about the Seismic Shooting System and train before your shoot. Read the Blogs and watch the Videos.