‘Orange You Glad You Know This Drill?’ | First Person Defender

Published on June 8, 2023
Duration: 4:21

This video details the 'Orange Guy Drill,' a training exercise designed to improve fundamental shooting skills under time pressure. The drill involves engaging four targets at distances from 10 to 40 feet with a strict time limit, emphasizing recoil management, trigger control, and sight alignment. The instructor highlights common pitfalls, such as attempting overly tight groups at longer distances, and stresses maintaining a consistent cadence of fire.

Quick Summary

The 'Orange Guy Drill' is a firearms training exercise designed to improve recoil management, trigger control, sight alignment, and draw speed. It involves shooting four rounds at targets set at 10, 20, 30, and 40 feet, typically within a 3-5 second time limit per set. The drill emphasizes consistent cadence and hitting the target area, rather than tight groups at longer distances.

Chapters

  1. 00:07Introducing the Orange Guy Drill
  2. 00:13Drill Distances and Rounds
  3. 00:16Time Limit and Cadence
  4. 00:37Skills Developed by the Drill
  5. 00:50Common Shooting Errors
  6. 01:13Drill Execution at 10 Feet
  7. 01:25Firearm Used: HK VP9SK
  8. 01:41Starting the Drill
  9. 02:06Increasing Distance and Cadence
  10. 02:12Drill at 20 Feet
  11. 02:35Drill Results at 20 Feet
  12. 02:45Drill at 30 Feet
  13. 03:08Group Size vs. Distance
  14. 03:25Drill at 40 Feet
  15. 03:47Drill Results at 40 Feet
  16. 03:53Self-Assessment of Shooting
  17. 04:03Practicing the Drill

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Orange Guy Drill' and what skills does it improve?

The 'Orange Guy Drill' is a firearms training exercise involving engaging four targets at distances of 10, 20, 30, and 40 feet within a strict time limit. It's designed to enhance recoil management, trigger control, sight alignment, sight picture, and the draw from a holster.

What is the recommended time limit for the 'Orange Guy Drill'?

While the standard time limit is often five seconds for four rounds, the instructor demonstrates a more challenging three-second limit for four rounds at 40 feet. The key is to maintain a consistent time limit across all distances.

What common mistake should shooters avoid during the 'Orange Guy Drill'?

A common mistake is trying to shoot an unnaturally tight group at longer distances. As distance increases, minor angles cause bullet spread; focus on hitting the target area rather than extreme precision.

Can the 'Orange Guy Drill' be performed with any firearm?

Yes, the drill is versatile and can be performed with any handgun. The instructor demonstrates the drill using an HK VP9SK, a compact pistol, but emphasizes its applicability to various firearms.

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