Nutnfancy's "Run 'N Gun" Introduction: 2008

Published on November 20, 2008
Duration: 10:27

This video demonstrates a 'Run 'N Gun' training drill designed to increase heart rate and place shooters under a time constraint. The course involves engaging targets at varying distances (50, 25, and 7 yards) from different shooting positions, emphasizing speed and accuracy. The drill serves as an effective warm-up for more advanced carbine training.

Quick Summary

The 'Run 'N Gun' drill is a dynamic shooting exercise designed to increase heart rate and place shooters under a time constraint. It involves engaging targets at 50, 25, and 7 yards from kneeling and standing positions within 1 minute 15 seconds, serving as an effective warm-up for carbine training.

Chapters

  1. 00:14Desert Shoot Introduction & Drill Setup
  2. 00:51Ruger 10/22 Rifle Setups & Optics
  3. 01:54Mark 2 Government Target Model Mention
  4. 02:00Future AR Tactical Carbine Plans
  5. 02:08Detailed Course of Fire Explanation
  6. 03:14Course Time Limit: 1 Minute 15 Seconds
  7. 03:21Safety: Target Spacing & Shooter Experience
  8. 04:04Marking Lines for Shooting Stations
  9. 04:53Course of Fire Begins
  10. 06:03Mag Change & Rifle Specifics: Ruger 10/22
  11. 06:35Informal Scoring Method: Black & Orange
  12. 07:00Iron Sight Shooter Performance Analysis
  13. 07:48Target Review: Flyers and Accuracy
  14. 08:04Environmental Responsibility on the Range
  15. 08:31Transition to AR .223 Tactical Carbine Course
  16. 09:01AR Course Adjustments: Round Count & Mags
  17. 09:42Recoil and AR Practice Discussion
  18. 10:02Confirming AR '50 Yard Run and Shoot'
  19. 10:07Outro & Viewer Appreciation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Run 'N Gun' drill and its purpose?

The 'Run 'N Gun' drill is a dynamic shooting exercise designed to increase a shooter's heart rate and place them under a time constraint. Its primary purpose is to simulate stress and improve performance under pressure, serving as an effective warm-up for more advanced carbine training.

What firearms and optics were used in the 'Run 'N Gun' drill?

The drill featured Ruger 10/22 rifles, with one shooter using a compact model equipped with a Millet 1.3 MOA Red Dot. Other participants used older 10/22s with iron sights and a Tasco scope, and one friend used a Mark 2 Government Target Model.

What are the key elements of the 'Run 'N Gun' course of fire?

The course begins at a table, then requires runners to move to 50, 25, and 7-yard points. At each point, shooters engage targets from kneeling and standing positions, all within a 1 minute 15 second time limit.

How is safety ensured during this dynamic shooting drill?

Safety is paramount, with targets widely separated to allow each shooter to progress downrange independently. All participants are noted as experienced and safe shooters, and spray-painted lines are used to mark stopping points.

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