The SIRT – which stands for "Shot Indicating Resetting Trigger – comes in two versions. One, the 110 model, is the size and weight of the Glock 17/22. The 110 model is similar to the Smith & Wesson M&P. These are weighted and balanced to feel like real pistols, with a weighted removable magazine.
As the name implies the trigger functions like a "real" trigger. You take out the slack; press off the "shot" then reset the trigger, just like a real pistol. Yes, you can practice the trigger press with your actual weapon, but then you don't get the trigger reset, which is critical to firing multiple shots accurately and efficiently. In the old days we would press the trigger, then hold it back, cycle the slide and reset the trigger. In my opinion this isn't a good habit. Keeping the finger on the trigger while cycling the slide is dangerous. During live fire practice, performing reloads or clearing malfunctions, you don't want the finger on or near the trigger.
The "Indicating" function of the SIRT uses red and green lasers. One laser activates when you take slack out of the trigger. Pressing the trigger fires the other laser, letting you know where the sights were when the shot "fired." When you reset the trigger the first laser stays on, or if your finger comes off the trigger – you didn't reset properly - the laser turns off.
The lasers are adjustable so you can "zero" them. I like mine to be right above the front sight so as I'm focusing on the sight I can see the laser printing on target without having to take my eyes off the sight. You can even install your favorite sights on the slide.
The SIRT comes with everything you need, including a DVD with complete instructions and tools for adjusting and maintenance. Plus, their website has a lot of material on practice and maintenance.
They also offer an https://nextleveltraining.com/product/sirt-bolt/>AR bolt that goes in your AR and provides you with a laser and the ability to manipulate the trigger, and a L.A.S.R. https://nextleveltraining.com/product/l-a-s-r-software/>kit, software for using a web cam and your computer to give you feedback on shot placement for multiple strings of fire.
As I always preach, dry practice is the way to improve your skills. I had heard about Next Level Training's SIRT pistol for a long time, but wasn't really sure about it. After spending some time behind one I think it's a good investment. The SIRT takes dry practice to the "next level," providing you with the best way to dry practice safely, efficiently, and with the maximum return from your time.
Tiger McKee is director of Shootrite Firearms Academy, located in northern Alabama. He is the author of "The Book of Two Guns" - http://shootrite.org/book/book.html writes for several firearms/tactical publications, and is featured on GunTalk's DVD, "Fighting With The 1911 - http://shootrite.org/dvd/dvd.html McKee's new book, AR-15 Skills and Drills, is available off Shootrite's website: http://shootrite.org/AR15SkillsBook/AR15SkillsBook.html
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