NRA Freestyle NOIR Season 2 | LaSorte’s Tactical Relapse: Tap - Rack - Bang

Published on October 30, 2014
Duration: 3:44

This video demonstrates a tactical training drill focused on simulating a combat scenario where a shooter is injured in their dominant arm. It emphasizes the critical skills of performing a one-handed magazine change and clearing malfunctions using the 'tap, rack, bang' immediate action drill under duress. The drill integrates movement to cover and post-engagement assessment, highlighting the importance of maintaining weapon control and proficiency even when compromised.

Quick Summary

This tactical drill focuses on one-handed pistol reloads and 'tap, rack, bang' malfunction clearance under simulated stress, such as a downed dominant arm. It integrates movement to cover and post-engagement assessment, vital for self-defense proficiency when compromised.

Chapters

  1. 00:17Drill Introduction: Two to Chest, One to Head
  2. 00:23Movement to Cover & Simulated Injury
  3. 00:35One-Handed Reload Technique
  4. 00:49Integrating Tap Rack Bang Under Stress
  5. 01:00Scenario Execution: Threat Sprint & Cover
  6. 01:36Malfunction Clearance Practice
  7. 01:54Post-Engagement Assessment & Scan
  8. 02:17Second Scenario Run: Right Arm Down
  9. 03:00Missed Shots & Correction
  10. 03:19Post-Reload Engagement
  11. 03:30Final Assessment & Takeaways

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'tap, rack, bang' drill and why is it important?

The 'tap, rack, bang' is an immediate action drill for semi-automatic pistols to clear common malfunctions like a failure to feed or stovepipe. It involves tapping the magazine baseplate, racking the slide to eject the faulty round, and then pressing the trigger to fire the next round.

How does this drill simulate real-world stress?

This drill simulates stress by requiring the shooter to perform critical weapon manipulations, such as a one-handed reload and malfunction clearance, after simulating an injury to their dominant arm. This forces them to operate under duress and with a compromised shooting platform.

What are the key skills practiced in this tactical scenario?

Key skills include dynamic drawing, moving to cover, one-handed magazine changes, clearing malfunctions with the non-dominant hand using 'tap, rack, bang', and post-engagement scanning and assessment. It emphasizes weapon proficiency under adverse conditions.

Why is practicing one-handed manipulation important for firearm owners?

Practicing one-handed manipulation is crucial for self-defense scenarios where an injury to the dominant arm is possible. It ensures you can still effectively reload your firearm and clear malfunctions, maintaining your ability to defend yourself even when compromised.

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