Haley Strategic Train: Handgun Malfunctions and Reloads CET

Published on April 23, 2020
Duration: 11:40

Travis Haley, a recognized subject matter expert, details essential handgun manipulation and malfunction clearing drills as part of the Combat Efficiency Test (CET). This training focuses on problem-solving under stress, covering tactical and speed reloads, and clearing common malfunctions like failure to fire, stovepipes, and double feeds, with specific par times for each drill.

Quick Summary

Travis Haley's Combat Efficiency Test (CET) training focuses on handgun manipulation and malfunction clearing under stress. Drills include tactical and speed reloads with specific par times, and clearing common malfunctions like failure to fire, stovepipes, and double feeds, emphasizing situational awareness and pushing performance limits.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to CET Manipulation Block
  2. 01:39Tactical Reload Drill
  3. 03:27Speed Reload Drill
  4. 04:36Failure to Feed/Fire Malfunction
  5. 06:01Stovepipe Malfunction Clearing
  6. 07:39Double Feed Malfunction Clearing
  7. 09:46Training Philosophy and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key handgun malfunctions covered in Travis Haley's CET training?

Travis Haley's Combat Efficiency Test (CET) training covers three primary handgun malfunctions: failure to fire (a 'click'), stovepipes (a spent casing stuck in the ejection port), and double feeds (two rounds attempting to chamber simultaneously).

What is the recommended technique for a tactical reload during a handgun drill?

During a tactical reload, as demonstrated by Travis Haley, shooters should fire 5 rounds, then use head movement to search and assess their surroundings before topping off the magazine, aiming to complete the process within 6 seconds at 5 yards.

How does Travis Haley advise shooters to improve their skills with handgun malfunctions?

Travis Haley emphasizes pushing training to the point of failure to achieve marginal gains and encourages shooters to test clearing methods with their specific firearms to ensure reliability and efficiency under stress.

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