Dry Fire Run

This video details the 'Rifle Pistol El Presidente' drill, an advanced tactical training exercise. It modifies the classic El Presidente pistol drill by adding a rifle component, requiring participants to rapidly engage multiple targets with a rifle before transitioning to a pistol for a second engagement. The drill emphasizes speed, accuracy, and smooth transitions under a strict time limit, testing a shooter's ability to manage multiple firearms and engage targets effectively in a dynamic scenario.

This video demonstrates a pistol presentation drill focused on drawing and firing a single accurate shot from the holster under time pressure. The instructor emphasizes the critical importance of establishing a master grip on the firearm immediately upon drawing, as the first shot is often the most difficult to make accurately due to haste. The drill is designed to test the shooter's ability to perform this fundamental skill under stress.

This video demonstrates a fundamental shooting drill focusing on the draw, magazine reload, and target re-acquisition. The individual showcases efficient gear utilization and fluid firearm manipulation, highlighting the importance of smooth transitions between actions. The drill emphasizes maintaining a stable grip and accurate aim throughout the sequence, suitable for competitive shooters or those seeking to improve defensive pistol skills.

Joel Park, an expert firearms instructor, details the critical technique of leading with the eyes during shooting. He explains that while he exaggerates movements for demonstrations, the principle of eyes always acquiring the next target before the gun remains constant. This guide covers proper sight acquisition during draws, transitions, and recoil recovery, emphasizing target focus over premature sight focus. Park also advocates for purposeful indoor range training to build fundamental skills.

This expert-level guide from Tenicor details a dry fire progression for drawing from concealment, emphasizing the use of par times to build hand speed and a consistent master grip. The technique breaks the draw into two parts, focusing on efficient garment clearing and firearm acquisition, followed by a smooth presentation to the target with a focus on sight acquisition. This method is designed to improve overall draw efficiency under pressure.

This video from Classic Firearms features Daniel Richardson of Richardson Precision and Training demonstrating and instructing on concealed carry techniques, specifically focusing on efficient garment clearance and draw strokes from appendix carry. The training emphasizes improving draw-to-first-shot speed through methodical practice of clearance techniques, dry-fire drills, and live-fire exercises, highlighting how efficiency in defeating concealment directly translates to faster times. Several clearance methods are presented, including the C-Grip, Sneaky Pee, and Judo Chop, allowing viewers to find what works best for their attire and carry style.

This video from TA Targets details an unusual warranty claim involving a steel target with a large penetration hole. The manufacturer's representative, demonstrating high expertise in ballistics and steel properties, analyzes the damage. They conclude that the hole was likely caused by a .50 BMG Mk 211 Mod 0 (Raufoss) round, not the customer's claimed .300 Win Mag, despite the customer's assertion. TA Targets ultimately replaced the target as a gesture of customer support, highlighting their commitment to service even when the damage isn't a manufacturing defect.

This video demonstrates a rapid-fire drill on the TA Targets Phoenix Plate Rack using a PACT Club Timer III. The shooter, exhibiting high authority and expertise, successfully engages all six AR550 steel plates with a handgun. The drill emphasizes clean draw from concealment and high accuracy during rapid fire, showcasing proficient firearm handling.

This video demonstrates a head-to-head competition using the TA Targets Competition Dueling Tree. Two shooters utilize semi-automatic handguns to rapidly flip six reactive steel paddles, showcasing speed and accuracy in a dynamic drill. The drill emphasizes high-speed target transitions and proficient use of modern optics, as demonstrated by experienced shooters on an outdoor range.

This guide, from TA Targets, details the setup and deployment of 'backpack guns' as a supplement to a primary handgun. It emphasizes the 'gray man' philosophy for concealment, comparing draw times between handguns and rifles, and showcases specific builds like a 10.3-inch 5.56 AR pistol and a Veritas Tactical .300 Blackout SBR. The instruction highlights the importance of realistic range training with your chosen setup.