Paint the Steel Drill: The Best Position Entry Drill

Published on October 7, 2025
Duration: 7:11

This drill, 'Paint the Steel,' focuses on efficient position entry and target engagement. It emphasizes predictive shooting by 'painting' the steel target with the sight system as it becomes visible from behind a barrier. The drill aims to improve draw stroke, sight tracking, and immediate firing upon target exposure, with a goal time of low fives.

Quick Summary

The 'Paint the Steel' drill enhances firearm position entry and target engagement by emphasizing continuous sight tracking of the target as it emerges from behind a barrier. This predictive shooting technique allows for immediate firing upon full exposure, aiming for efficient movement and precise engagement.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Drill Setup and Dimensions
  2. 00:14Wall and Shooting Area Setup
  3. 00:50Starting Position and Procedure
  4. 01:14Drill Execution: Right, Left, Right
  5. 01:49Focus: Painting the Steel
  6. 02:58Predictive Shooting and Tracking
  7. 03:10Common Mistakes During Entry
  8. 04:01Walk-Through and Optimization
  9. 04:45Goal Time and Performance
  10. 06:09Pushing Performance Limits

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Paint the Steel' drill?

The 'Paint the Steel' drill is a firearms training exercise designed to improve position entry and target engagement. It focuses on keeping your sight system tracking the target as it becomes visible from behind a barrier, allowing for immediate and predictive firing.

What are the recommended dimensions for the 'Paint the Steel' drill?

For a 12-inch popper, set it 13 yards away with a 3-yard wall. The shooting area is 2 yards within the walls. The starting position is 3 yards from the wall. For an 8-inch mini popper, the wall is 8 yards away, with shooting at 9-10 yards.

What is the primary focus of the 'Paint the Steel' drill?

The primary focus is 'painting the steel,' meaning continuously tracking the target with your sight system as it emerges from cover. This allows for immediate firing upon full exposure, rather than reacting to the sight after acquiring the target.

What are common mistakes to avoid in the 'Paint the Steel' drill?

Common mistakes include not properly tracking the target during entry, having the gun too low, incorrect sight index, over/undershooting the entry position, and excessive gun shake. Maintaining level body movement is also crucial.

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