Speed Reloading: Handgun Tip | Gunsite Academy Firearms Training

This guide details the 5-step speed reload technique taught at Gunsite Academy, as demonstrated by Rangemaster Charlie McNeese. The focus is on efficiency and speed when the firearm is empty and continuous engagement is required. Key steps include bringing the weapon in, retrieving a new magazine, simultaneous drop and insertion, and returning to the ready position. The instruction emphasizes prioritizing speed over retaining the empty magazine in a critical situation.

Quick Summary

The Gunsite Academy speed reload technique is a 5-step process for rapid reloads during continuous engagement. It involves bringing the weapon in, retrieving a new magazine, simultaneously dropping the old and inserting the new, and returning to the ready position. The emphasis is on speed, not retaining the empty magazine.

Chapters

  1. 00:12Introduction to Speed Reload
  2. 00:31When to Use Speed Reload
  3. 00:55Step 1: Bring Weapon In
  4. 01:08Step 2: Retrieve New Magazine
  5. 01:14Step 3: Magazines Pass in Air
  6. 01:21Step 4 & 5: Insert Magazine
  7. 01:38Return to Ready
  8. 01:52Prioritizing Speed
  9. 02:15Practice and Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a speed reload and a tactical reload?

A speed reload is performed when the firearm is empty and continuous engagement is necessary, prioritizing speed. A tactical reload is done when there's a lull in the engagement, allowing for a more deliberate reload while retaining the empty magazine.

What are the key steps in the Gunsite Academy speed reload technique?

The Gunsite Academy speed reload involves bringing the weapon in, retrieving a new magazine, dropping the old one as the new one is inserted, and returning to the ready position. The focus is on a fluid, continuous motion.

When should a speed reload be used?

A speed reload is appropriate when your handgun's slide locks back due to an empty magazine or during continuous engagement where a tactical reload is not an option. It's about getting back into the fight quickly.

What is the primary goal during a speed reload?

The primary goal of a speed reload is to get the weapon fully loaded again as quickly as possible. Time is critical in a gunfight, so you don't worry about retaining the empty magazine or putting it away.

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