Originally published by Athlon Outdoors, firearms writer Joshua Swanagon recently put the Laser Ammo Recoil Enabled Training Pistol through its paces—and he didn't stop there. Pairing it with the i-MTTS Arena, he experienced firsthand how realistic recoil, instant laser feedback, and interactive targets can transform traditional dry fire into an engaging training session.

Here's a look at some of his biggest takeaways.

Dry Fire... With Recoil?

Let's face it—traditional dry fire is one of the best ways to improve your shooting skills, but constantly resetting the trigger after every shot interrupts your rhythm. Swanagon found the Recoil Enabled Training Pistol delivers a much more realistic experience by providing full blowback action while simultaneously emitting a SureStrike™ laser.

The result? Training that feels much closer to live fire while allowing shooters to safely practice at home or anywhere a safe training area is available.

More Than Just Trigger Presses

One of the biggest advantages Swanagon noted was the ability to perform drills that simply aren't practical with standard dry fire.

With realistic slide movement and recoil, shooters can work on:

• Controlled pairs
• Follow-up shots
• Target transitions
• Magazine changes
• Sight acquisition
• Trigger control
• Presentation from the holster

Instead of breaking your rhythm after every shot, you stay focused on the drill.

The i-MTTS Arena Takes It Further

While the recoil pistol impressed on its own, pairing it with the Laser Ammo i-MTTS Arena added an entirely new dimension to training.

Rather than shooting a single static target, the IMTTS presents multiple electronic targets that challenge shooters to identify threats, transition efficiently, react quickly, and make decisions under time pressure.

According to Swanagon, this interactive approach makes practice more engaging—and honestly, a lot more fun.

Practice More. Spend Less.

Another point highlighted throughout the evaluation is convenience.

Whether you're preparing for competition, maintaining defensive skills, or simply trying to get more quality repetitions between range trips, the Laser Ammo system allows you to train safely without the ongoing cost of ammunition or range fees.

That means more practice... More repetitions... And more confidence when it counts.

Why It Matters

Dry fire has always been one of the most valuable ways to improve shooting fundamentals. Adding realistic recoil, instant laser feedback, and interactive electronic targets creates a more immersive experience that keeps shooters engaged while reinforcing the skills that matter most.

If you're looking to make your practice sessions more realistic, productive, and enjoyable, Joshua Swanagon's review offers an excellent look at what the Laser Ammo Recoil Enabled Training Pistol and i-MTTS Arena have to offer.

You can read Joshua Swanagon's complete review, originally published by Athlon Outdoors, here.