John Wick Fighting Style

[Mr. Goodtimes]

I recently just watched both John Wick movies back to back. I have to say, wow, what a fine piece of cinematography. My knowledge is mostly centered around boutique firearms and accessories, however, I know very little about tactics.

My question is... is John Wicks fighting style real? Why does he shoot so many people in the legs first? I've always read on here that you want to shoot high center chest, however, Mr. Wick was trained by Taran Butler so... I tend to think that there is at least some truth to what's going on. Also, why does he walk around with his gun sideways so much?


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[Averageman]

I think you are right, it would appear that way,...But, it makes for some dramatic follow up shots.

[Firefly]

I would have to agree. He is a pretty successful hitman

[Outlander Systems]

I've always wondered why shooting instructors make the goofy sideways fist thing when doing an empty-handed "weapon presentation."

[Averageman]

I would have to agree. He is a pretty successful hitman

Have you, in your line of work, ever encountered someone with a serious skill set?

[ramairthree]

Butler is a hell of a natural talent and great shooter.

His tactical background is non existent.

Sort of like how Michael phelps can swim circles around SEALs,
But you may not consider him an expert in water ops.

[Firefly]

Have you, in your line of work, ever encountered someone with a serious skill set?

Actually yeah. He was drunk and showing out but had enough presence of mind to take the ride and call Top once at Intake.

Honestly, even though he was unarmed, that would not have been a pleasant fight and I am not a small, weak nor timid man.

I didnt mind cutting him some slack in court.
He seemed pretty sharp when sober and not a bad guy.

[Averageman]

Actually yeah. He was drunk and showing out but had enough presence of mind to take the ride and call Top once at Intake.

Honestly, even though he was unarmed, that would not have been a pleasant fight and I am not a small, weak nor timid man.

I didnt mind cutting him some slack in court.
He seemed pretty sharp when sober and not a bad guy.

Well a few folks here have been that asshat, but I mean someone not affiliated with Law Enforcement or Military. Professional no kidding skilled as hell killer criminal?
Oh the story I could tell you about a fight in Vielsek Germany. The hilarity was certainly worth the broken ribs.

[Outlander Systems]

Is John Wick a good movie?

[Mr. Goodtimes]

Butler is a hell of a natural talent and great shooter.

His tactical background is non existent.

Sort of like how Michael phelps can swim circles around SEALs,
But you may not consider him an expert in water ops.

I see what you mean, but John Wick actually has a professional background.... He's a hitman trained by Taran Butler. I see what you mean, though. Taran Butler may not be capable of being a good hitman, however, he can teach one to shoot. Just like Michael Phelps might not be able to be a Navy SEAL, however he can teach them to swim well.


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