Draw With Doubles

Published on May 14, 2025
Duration: 2:56

This video details a firearm training drill focused on drawing the handgun and executing two sets of double-taps. The core of the drill involves a critical mental assessment of grip and sight alignment immediately after the draw, before initiating fire. The instructor emphasizes correcting any perceived issues with the grip or alignment on the fly to ensure accuracy and consistency in the subsequent shots.

Quick Summary

The draw and double tap firearm drill focuses on integrating the draw stroke with rapid shot execution. It emphasizes a crucial post-draw mental assessment of grip and sight alignment to ensure accuracy before firing two shots, followed by a re-holster and repetition.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Drill
  2. 00:16Adding the Draw Stroke
  3. 00:38Assessment Phase
  4. 00:50Executing Doubles
  5. 01:12Demonstration Example
  6. 02:02Drill Repetition Structure
  7. 02:23Maintaining Principles

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the draw and double tap firearm drill?

The drill's purpose is to integrate the firearm draw stroke with the execution of double-tap shots, while ensuring that the draw process doesn't compromise fundamental shooting principles like grip and sight alignment.

How should a shooter assess their grip after drawing a firearm in this drill?

After drawing, the shooter should perform a quick mental note to confirm their grip is correct and their sight alignment (or red dot overlay on the target) is established before initiating the double-tap shots.

What is the recommended number of shots per repetition in the draw and double tap drill?

The drill involves two sets of doubles per draw, meaning a total of four shots are fired per repetition, broken into two independent strings of two shots each.

What common mistakes should be avoided during the draw and double tap drill?

Shooters should avoid rushing the shot without assessing their grip and sight alignment, and ensure the draw stroke doesn't lead to a degradation of accuracy or the ability to maintain a tight group.

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