Draw to First Shot for Concealed Carry Beginners

Published on September 4, 2023
Duration: 5:52

This video introduces the 'Trifecta Drill' designed to improve a concealed carrier's draw to first shot time. The drill involves drawing from concealment and firing one shot at three different sized targets at three yards, simulating varying distances and target acquisition challenges. It emphasizes adapting shooting speed to target size and provides performance benchmarks for beginners.

Quick Summary

The Trifecta Drill is a concealed carry training exercise to improve draw to first shot time. It involves drawing from concealment and firing one shot at three different sized targets at three yards. For beginners, a 1.10-1.25 second draw to an A-zone is a good benchmark, with times increasing for smaller targets.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Draw to First Shot Drill
  2. 00:11Meet Will Workman & Channel Mission
  3. 00:19Improving Draw to First Shot Time
  4. 00:36Target Size vs. Distance
  5. 01:12Introducing the Trifecta Drill
  6. 01:54Drill Setup: Three Yards
  7. 01:56First Shot: A-Zone Target
  8. 03:09Second Shot: Head Box/Circle Target
  9. 03:50Third Shot: Small Black Circles
  10. 04:43Reviewing Drill Scores
  11. 05:01Expert Level Performance
  12. 05:11Areas for Improvement
  13. 05:29Try the Drill Yourself

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Trifecta Drill for concealed carry?

The Trifecta Drill is a training exercise for concealed carriers to improve their draw to first shot time. It involves drawing from concealment and firing one shot at three different sized targets placed at three yards, simulating varying distances and target acquisition challenges.

What are good draw to first shot times for beginners?

For concealed carry beginners at three yards, a comfortable benchmark for a draw to first shot on an A-zone target is between 1.10 to 1.25 seconds. Times will naturally increase for smaller targets like head boxes or 2-3 inch circles.

How does target size affect draw to first shot time?

Target size significantly impacts draw to first shot time. Smaller targets require more precision and time to acquire, meaning your draw to first shot will be slower compared to larger targets at the same distance.

What are the benefits of practicing the Trifecta Drill?

Practicing the Trifecta Drill helps you measure your current draw to first shot performance, adapt your speed to different target sizes and simulated distances, and identify areas for improvement in your concealed carry skills.

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