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Published on February 6, 2026
Duration: 1:50

This video demonstrates a cold start drill designed to assess shooting proficiency, even with physical limitations. Lucas Botkin, founder of T.REX ARMS, showcases a drill involving rapid fire at varying distances and target types. He emphasizes using cold start drills for a true measure of skill and provides a performance review based on target hits.

Quick Summary

Cold start drills, as demonstrated by T.REX ARMS founder Lucas Botkin, are essential for accurately assessing shooting proficiency. They involve starting with an unloaded firearm and executing a sequence of actions like drawing, shooting, reloading, and target transitions to gauge skill without warm-up influence.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Shooting Drills Demonstration
  2. 00:21Post-Surgery Update & Training Philosophy
  3. 00:37Cold Start Drill Explanation
  4. 01:07Performance Review & Takeaways

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a cold start drill in firearms training?

A cold start drill is a training exercise where you begin with an unloaded firearm and perform a sequence of actions, such as drawing, shooting, reloading, and transitioning between targets, to accurately assess your current skill level without prior warm-up.

How does Lucas Botkin assess shooting proficiency with a physical limitation?

Lucas Botkin demonstrates that even with a knee injury, proficiency can be assessed through structured drills like the cold start. He emphasizes focusing on accuracy and recoil control, adapting the drill to his current mobility.

What equipment is shown in the T.REX ARMS cold start drill video?

The video features a custom AR-15 with a suppressor, EOTech optic, magnifier, and MAWL laser, alongside a Glock pistol equipped with a Trijicon RMR and SureFire X300 weapon light.

Why are cold start drills important for shooters?

Cold start drills are crucial because they provide an unbiased measure of your fundamental skills, revealing true proficiency without the influence of a warm-up. This helps identify areas needing focused practice for improvement.

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