Michigan Attempts The Man Card Drill

Published on June 18, 2026
Duration: 15:54

The Man Card Drill, developed by Achilles Heel Tactical, is a performance-on-demand standard designed to test fundamental marksmanship skills under time pressure. It consists of five iterations involving pistol and rifle engagements from various ready positions, culminating in a transition drill. The drill emphasizes accuracy and speed, providing an unbiased metric of a shooter's capabilities. While not a definitive measure of overall shooting skill, it serves as a rigorous test of fundamental execution.

Quick Summary

The Man Card Drill is a performance-on-demand standard that tests fundamental marksmanship skills under strict time limits. It involves pistol and rifle iterations, including transitions, and uses a 'hit factor' to objectively measure accuracy per second, assessing a shooter's ability to perform under pressure.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Man Card Drill
  2. 00:14What is the Man Card Drill?
  3. 00:51Pistol Iteration 1: Compressed Ready
  4. 01:28Pistol Iteration 2: Holster Draw
  5. 01:32Rifle Iteration 3: Downward Angle 45
  6. 01:47Rifle Iteration 4: High Ready
  7. 01:49Rifle Iteration 5: Transition Drill
  8. 02:16Shooter Attempts and Results
  9. 04:04The Purpose of Performance on Demand
  10. 04:33Rifle Iterations and Transitions Explained

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Man Card Drill and what does it test?

The Man Card Drill is a performance-on-demand standard designed to test fundamental marksmanship skills under strict time constraints. It assesses a shooter's ability to execute accurate shots with both pistol and rifle from various positions, including transitions, within challenging par times.

How does the Man Card Drill measure shooter performance?

The drill uses a 'hit factor' approach, combining the points scored on target with the time taken to complete each iteration. This provides an objective, unbiased metric of a shooter's skill, focusing on accuracy per second rather than subjective opinion.

What are the key iterations of the Man Card Drill?

The drill includes five main iterations: a 1-second pistol shot from compressed ready, a 1.5-second pistol draw from holster, a 1-second rifle shot from a 45-degree angle, a 1-second rifle shot from high ready, and a 2.5-second pistol transition shot.

Is the Man Card Drill a definitive test of shooting skill?

While rigorous, the Man Card Drill is presented as a test of fundamentals executed on demand, not necessarily a comprehensive measure of overall shooting proficiency. It highlights a shooter's ability to perform under pressure and time constraints.

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