50/50 DRILL

Published on August 15, 2024
Duration: 7:04

This video details the '50/50 Drill' from Achilles Heel Tactical, designed to improve trigger control and follow-through. By simulating the second round as a 'click' during dry fire, shooters can focus on the mechanics of trigger reset and recoil management without the consequence of a live round. This frees up mental bandwidth to analyze input and understand how it affects the firearm's return to target, ultimately leading to more consistent doubles in live fire.

Quick Summary

The 50/50 Drill, as taught by Achilles Heel Tactical, focuses on improving trigger control and follow-through. By simulating the second shot as a 'click' during dry fire, shooters can analyze their input and learn to manage trigger reset and recoil effectively, leading to more accurate follow-up shots in live fire.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Fast Shooting vs. Build Drills
  2. 00:21Introducing the 50/50 Drill
  3. 00:39The Purpose of a Simulated 'Click'
  4. 01:02Live Fire vs. Dry Fire in the 50/50
  5. 01:17Defining Trigger Control
  6. 01:35Understanding Trigger Reset
  7. 02:06Reducing Pressure for Reset
  8. 02:32JJ Raza's 'Click Banging'
  9. 03:09Building the Foundation: Grip and Vision
  10. 03:24Demonstration of the 50/50 Drill
  11. 03:42Analyzing Recoil and Sight Movement
  12. 04:06Zero Input and Natural Return to Target
  13. 04:30Learning from Input and Results
  14. 05:11Proofing with Live Fire Doubles
  15. 05:34The Explorative Nature of Drills
  16. 06:16Observing Firearm Dive
  17. 06:26Resetting to Target with Vision
  18. 06:40Static Firearm Observation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary goal of the 50/50 Drill?

The 50/50 Drill aims to improve trigger control and follow-through by simulating the second shot as a 'click.' This allows shooters to focus on the mechanics of trigger reset and recoil management without the consequence of a live round, freeing up mental bandwidth to analyze their input.

How does the 50/50 Drill help with trigger reset?

By practicing rapid trigger presses and focusing on the reset point, shooters learn to reduce pressure on the trigger to achieve reset, rather than pulling it all the way back. This allows for faster, more controlled follow-up shots and breaks the habit of 'pinning' the trigger.

What is the importance of observing the firearm's movement during the 50/50 Drill?

Observing the firearm's movement, especially after the simulated 'click,' helps shooters understand the consequence of their trigger manipulation and grip. It highlights any unnecessary input that causes the sights to deviate from the target, which is crucial for improving accuracy on subsequent shots.

When should a shooter transition from dry fire to live fire with the 50/50 Drill?

After achieving consistent, controlled repetitions of the 50/50 Drill during dry fire, where the shooter can effectively manage trigger reset and follow-through, they should then transition to live fire. This allows them to proof the learned skills and apply them to actual shooting scenarios.

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