Taran Butler Impossible Shots El Prez with an AR from the hip!

Published on March 12, 2015
Duration: 4:34

This guide details how to perform an adapted 'El Prez' drill with an AR-15 from a hip-shooting stance, as demonstrated by Taran Butler. It covers the drill's history, Taran's specific challenge of completing it under 5 seconds at 20 yards, and the importance of efficient reloads and accurate target engagement. The instruction emphasizes the maneuverability of a lightweight, custom AR-15 build for such dynamic shooting scenarios, drawing on expert knowledge from a champion competitor.

Quick Summary

Taran Butler demonstrates an advanced AR-15 hip-shooting technique by performing an adapted 'El Prez' drill. He successfully completed the challenge at 20 yards in 4.39 seconds, highlighting the maneuverability of his custom, lightweight AR-15 build and the importance of efficient reloads in dynamic shooting.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Drill Setup
  2. 00:32History of the El Prez Drill
  3. 01:22Taran's AR-15 Hip Shot Challenge
  4. 01:49Custom AR-15 Build Overview
  5. 02:17Shooting Attempts & Challenges
  6. 03:43Successful 4.39 Second Run

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'El Prez' drill?

The 'El Prez' drill, created by Jeff Cooper, is a shooting exercise typically performed with a pistol. It involves drawing the firearm, double-tapping three targets, and executing a reload, testing speed and accuracy under pressure.

How did Taran Butler adapt the 'El Prez' drill for an AR-15?

Taran Butler adapted the 'El Prez' drill for an AR-15 by increasing the engagement distance to 20 yards and challenging himself to complete it from a hip-shooting stance in under 5.0 seconds, a significant departure from the standard pistol drill.

What makes Taran Butler's AR-15 suitable for hip shooting?

Taran Butler's custom AR-15 is designed for maneuverability, featuring a lightweight 7oz BCM Magnesium KMR handguard. This construction allows it to be handled almost like a large pistol in dynamic shooting scenarios, enabling hip-fire techniques.

What was Taran Butler's final time for the AR-15 hip-shot drill?

Taran Butler successfully completed his adapted 'El Prez' drill from the hip with an AR-15 in an impressive 4.39 seconds, hitting all targets accurately after a mid-drill reload.

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