The Ultimate Pedigree Deathmatch

Published on May 9, 2025
Duration: 10:39

This video details the process of earning U.S. Army Excellence in Competition (EIC) badges, specifically the Bronze Pistol and Bronze Rifle awards. The host, Sergeant First Class Trench, unboxes and discusses his recently earned badges, awarded by the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit. He emphasizes the importance of competition shooting and earning 'pedigree' over mere consumerism, encouraging viewers, especially soldiers, to participate in matches to improve their skills and achieve similar accolades.

Quick Summary

To earn a U.S. Army Excellence in Competition (EIC) badge, you must participate in sanctioned combat excellence and competition matches. Achieving preeminent individual marksmanship performance with a service pistol or rifle earns EIC credit points, which accumulate towards a distinguished designation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does one earn a U.S. Army Excellence in Competition (EIC) badge?

To earn a U.S. Army EIC badge, you must participate in sanctioned combat excellence and competition matches. Achieving preeminent individual marksmanship performance with a service pistol or rifle earns EIC credit points, which accumulate towards a distinguished designation.

What are the requirements for the Bronze Pistol EIC Badge?

The Bronze Pistol EIC Badge requires earning 10 EIC credit points. These points are typically earned at regional combat matches, such as the 2025 Fort Jackson Regional Combat Matches, using a service pistol like the SIG Sauer P320 M17.

What are the requirements for the Bronze Rifle EIC Badge?

The Bronze Rifle EIC Badge requires earning 8 EIC credit points. These are earned in combat rifle matches, like the 2025 Fort Jackson Combat Matches, using a service rifle such as the M4A1, often equipped with a Close Combat Optic (CCO).

Why is rifle competition considered more intense than pistol competition?

Rifle competition is considered more intense because it demands a deeper understanding of ballistics, requiring precise holds at varying distances. It necessitates being highly proficient and 'in tune' with the carbine or rifle, a higher level of skill than typically required for pistol marksmanship.

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