BCM Training Tip - Turns

This guide details Larry Vickers' carbine point shooting technique, a crucial backup skill for situations where standard aiming methods are compromised. It emphasizes practicing with obscured sights to develop an intuitive feel for weapon alignment at close range. The technique is particularly relevant for older firearms lacking modern optics.

This guide details how to effectively use the HK MP7, drawing on insights from former Tier 1 special operations soldier Larry Vickers. It covers the MP7's design philosophy, its unique 4.6x30mm caliber, and practical application through live fire demonstrations and comparison drills against a 1911 pistol. The instruction emphasizes weapon controls, trigger management for full-auto fire, and the advantages of the MP7's optics and stock for accuracy at various distances.

This video from GBRS Group demonstrates essential dry fire drills focused on efficient carbine-to-pistol transitions. Instructor DJ Shipley, with a Tier 1 tactical background, emphasizes economy of motion and foundational standards like Bill drills and reloads. The guide covers safe manipulation, trigger prep, and reset, crucial for maintaining proficiency when range time is limited or during injury recovery.

This guide outlines the GBRS Group's Rifle Standard drills, emphasizing a structured training methodology led by DJ Cole. The approach focuses on mastering fundamentals at close range (3 yards) through repetition before progressively increasing distance to 15 yards. Key drills include Low Ready, High Ready, Rifle Build Drills, combat reloads, and transitions, all designed to build disciplined, high-authority performance.

This video details the Rifle Bill Drill, a rapid-fire exercise focused on recoil management and accurate shot placement. Instructor DJ emphasizes consistent first-shot presentation, trigger reset, and driving the rifle effectively. The drill involves firing six rounds at close to medium distances, maintaining a fist-sized group, and understanding concepts like CQB offset and zero distance for precise hits.

This guide details a dynamic 'running and gunning' training drill for the FNH SCAR 17, as demonstrated by Lucas Botkin of T.REX ARMS. It covers advanced techniques for engaging targets from cover, moving efficiently, and transitioning between weapons, emphasizing the maneuverability of the .308 platform. The drill incorporates gear setup, suppressed shooting, and slow-motion analysis of recoil and operation, suitable for experienced shooters looking to enhance their tactical proficiency.

This video showcases advanced counter-terrorism training drills observed by Larry Vickers at the Dynamo Gun Range in Mytishchi, Russia. The drills, performed by an FSB Alpha Team member, focus on building operator confidence under fire and enhancing concentration amidst extreme stress, including simulated body armor impacts and physical harassment. Vickers highlights the high-risk nature and specialized application of these "Russia only" training methods.

This video features Larry Vickers and experts from Ohio Ordnance Works demonstrating the Browning M2 .50 Cal heavy machine gun, focusing on OOW's Quick Change Barrel (QCB) system. The demonstration includes live-fire tests against steel targets and a vehicle, highlighting the M2's anti-materiel capabilities and the practical advantages of the QCB system for ease of use and safety. The segment also contrasts the .50 BMG's power with that of a 5.56mm M249 SAW.

This video details a rigorous stress test designed for sniper proficiency, led by Navy SEAL Sniper Monty LeClair and Larry Vickers. The drill simulates high-stress, real-world scenarios, requiring participants to maintain accuracy after significant physical exertion and engage targets from unconventional positions. It highlights the importance of marksmanship fundamentals under duress, showcasing the capabilities of rifles like the BCM Mk 12 Mod 0 and SAM-R.

Larry Vickers, a former Delta Force operator, details the construction of an 'Alpha AK' clone. This build focuses on replicating the customized AK rifles used by Russian FSB Alpha operators, incorporating a blend of Russian and Western accessories. The guide highlights the importance of specific, often hard-to-find components like the Zenit rail and SRVV stock, offering insights into achieving a unique tactical aesthetic.