The Bill Drill - With Bill Wilson and Ken Hackathorn

This guide details the Mozambique Drill, also known as the Failure Drill, as demonstrated by Aaron from Wilson Combat. It's a critical self-defense and tactical training exercise that emphasizes speed, accuracy, and recoil control. The drill involves drawing from a holster and delivering two shots to the chest followed by one precise shot to the head, all within a strict time limit of 3 seconds or less at 7 yards. The instruction highlights proper grip, sight acquisition, and a specific cadence for shot placement.

This video details two critical defensive shooting drills: the Bill Drill and the 666 Drill, as demonstrated by renowned instructors Larry Vickers and Ken Hackathorn. The Bill Drill focuses on drawing and firing six rounds accurately into the A-zone in under three seconds. The 666 Drill adds complexity by requiring a draw, six shots, and an emergency slide-lock reload from concealment, all within six seconds. Both drills emphasize accuracy first, followed by speed, and highlight the importance of training under pressure to build essential defensive handgun skills.

This video details the 10-shot Paul Spitale Drill, a low-round count skill development exercise designed to be shot cold from concealment. The drill emphasizes accuracy and speed across various target types and distances, including silhouette and steel targets at 7 and 10 yards. It's presented by Bill Wilson and Ken Hackathorn, with Bill Wilson demonstrating the drill using a Wilson Combat SFX9 pistol.

This video details the Basic Handgun Proficiency (BHP) Drill #1, a comprehensive test of handgun skills developed by Wilson Combat. Led by firearms legends Ken Hackathorn and Bill Wilson, the drill covers five stages: turning and reloading, strong-hand-only shooting, shooting on the move, and the Mozambique drill. It emphasizes practical application and accurate scoring, with expert insights into equipment and performance standards.

The Devil Drill, designed by Larry Vickers, is a challenging shooting exercise requiring six shots at six yards in six seconds. Expert instructors Ken Hackathorn and Bill Wilson demonstrate this drill, emphasizing that while speed is a factor, accuracy is paramount. A missed shot costs a full second, making controlled fire essential for success. This drill serves as a valuable baseline for evaluating shooting proficiency.

Ken Hackathorn demonstrates the 'Comfort Zone Drill,' a handgun skill development exercise adapted from a carbine drill by Larry Vickers. The drill is designed to push shooters beyond their perceived limits by progressively reducing the time allowed to draw and fire five shots at a 5-yard target. By identifying the failure point (missed shots or exceeding the time limit), shooters can pinpoint areas for focused practice and self-diagnose shooting mechanics.

This guide details the dangers of 'thumbing the hammer down' on a loaded firearm, a technique strongly advised against by experts. It emphasizes that this action, which involves pulling the trigger while manually lowering the hammer, carries a high risk of accidental discharge if the thumb slips. The expert instruction highlights safer alternatives like engaging the manual safety for 'cocked and locked' carry or clearing the chamber entirely.

This guide details the advanced technique of hand stippling a 1911 firearm frame for enhanced grip, as demonstrated by a master gunsmith. It covers the precise application of texture using a punch and hammer, followed by meticulous filing to refine the edges. This process requires significant skill and attention to detail for a professional finish.

This guide details the proper technique for cycling the slide on a semi-automatic pistol, specifically the 1911, as explained by Ken Hackathorn. It emphasizes avoiding "gun abuse" by not slamming the slide on an empty chamber, which can cause premature wear. The explanation includes the mechanical reasons behind this, focusing on how the cartridge rim stabilizes the extractor and cushions the slide's action.

Massad Ayoob, a renowned firearms instructor and legal expert, details the critical post-Defensive Gun Use (DGU) protocol. He emphasizes that the most common mistake is failing to immediately call 911 after a DGU, even if no shots were fired. This action is crucial for establishing oneself as the victim complainant in the ensuing legal aftermath.