Basic Handgun Proficiency Drill #1 - Master Class Ep. 21

This video presents the 5x5 Skill Test, a firearm drill designed by Bill Wilson for measuring rapid fire pistol control with a low round count. The drill utilizes a service pistol of 9mm caliber or larger, a concealed carry suitable holster, and ammunition with a power factor of 125,000. It's conducted at 10 yards using a standard IDPA target, with scoring based on IDPA Limited Vickers rules for a total of 25 shots. The drill involves four strings: freestyle draw and fire 5 shots, strong-hand-only draw and fire 5 shots, freestyle draw and fire 5 shots followed by a slidelock reload and 5 more freestyle shots, and finally, a draw and fire of 4 body shots and 1 headshot. Skill rankings are provided, ranging from Grand Master (15 seconds or less) to Novice (50 seconds or less), with a cutoff for proficiency to carry a handgun.

This guide details the Mozambique Drill, also known as the Failure Drill, as demonstrated by Aaron from Wilson Combat. It's a critical self-defense and tactical training exercise that emphasizes speed, accuracy, and recoil control. The drill involves drawing from a holster and delivering two shots to the chest followed by one precise shot to the head, all within a strict time limit of 3 seconds or less at 7 yards. The instruction highlights proper grip, sight acquisition, and a specific cadence for shot placement.

This video details 'The Bill Drill,' a renowned handgun skill exercise developed by Bill Wilson and popularized by Rob Latham. Instruction is provided by firearms experts Bill Wilson and Ken Hackathorn, founders of legendary shooting disciplines. The drill emphasizes drawing and firing six shots accurately within a tight par time, focusing on recoil management and rapid sight reacquisition. It's a critical drill for developing speed and precision under pressure.

This #shorts video from "The Gun Guys," Bill Wilson and Ken Hackathorn, outlines "The Shooter's Seven Sins." The content focuses on common mistakes and misconceptions in firearms handling and training, including the danger of focusing on potential over probability, neglecting weaknesses in practice, improper grip, attempting to "buy skill," prioritizing speed over accuracy, over-tuning firearms, and treating a gun as a "lucky charm." The video aims to warn shooters against these detrimental habits, with mentions of Wilson Combat's expertise and the esteemed backgrounds of both Wilson and Hackathorn in law enforcement and military training.

This video features a "Devil Drill" demonstration, a low round count shooting drill developed by Larry Vickers. Ken Hackathorn guides Bill Wilson through the drill, which involves 6 shots at 6 yards in 6 seconds, using the new SFT9 pistol. The description provides extensive background on both Bill Wilson's journey in the firearms industry and Ken Hackathorn's extensive experience as a firearms instructor for various elite law enforcement and military units. It highlights Wilson Combat's reputation for reliability, craftsmanship, and customer service, and details Hackathorn's credentials and contributions to firearms publications.

This YouTube Short features firearm experts Bill Wilson and Ken Hackathorn discussing the importance of structured practice in firearms training. The video touches upon their past experiences that influenced the creation of the IDPA (International Defensive Pistol Association) and their current favored shooting activities. Bill Wilson, founder of Wilson Combat, and Ken Hackathorn, a highly experienced instructor and trainer for various law enforcement and military units, share insights from their extensive backgrounds in the firearms industry and competitive shooting.

This guide details the dangers of 'thumbing the hammer down' on a loaded firearm, a technique strongly advised against by experts. It emphasizes that this action, which involves pulling the trigger while manually lowering the hammer, carries a high risk of accidental discharge if the thumb slips. The expert instruction highlights safer alternatives like engaging the manual safety for 'cocked and locked' carry or clearing the chamber entirely.

This guide details the advanced technique of hand stippling a 1911 firearm frame for enhanced grip, as demonstrated by a master gunsmith. It covers the precise application of texture using a punch and hammer, followed by meticulous filing to refine the edges. This process requires significant skill and attention to detail for a professional finish.

This guide details the proper technique for cycling the slide on a semi-automatic pistol, specifically the 1911, as explained by Ken Hackathorn. It emphasizes avoiding "gun abuse" by not slamming the slide on an empty chamber, which can cause premature wear. The explanation includes the mechanical reasons behind this, focusing on how the cartridge rim stabilizes the extractor and cushions the slide's action.

Massad Ayoob, a renowned firearms instructor and legal expert, details the critical post-Defensive Gun Use (DGU) protocol. He emphasizes that the most common mistake is failing to immediately call 911 after a DGU, even if no shots were fired. This action is crucial for establishing oneself as the victim complainant in the ensuing legal aftermath.