Three Second Standards Drill with Ken Hackathorn: Master Class Ep. 11

This video discusses the historical shift in firearm caliber preferences, particularly the move from .45 ACP and .40 S&W towards 9mm. It emphasizes that shot placement and shooter skill are paramount, regardless of caliber. The discussion also delves into the process of customizing firearms, differentiating between essential needs and desirable wants, and considering factors like trigger pull, sights, and ergonomics.

This video features renowned firearms instructor Ken Hackathorn demonstrating a low-round-count drill called the "2-2-2 Drill." Designed to maintain shooting skills during ammo shortages, the drill involves transitioning between freestyle, strong-hand-only, and weak-hand-only shooting. Hackathorn also provides tips on effective hand-switching techniques. The demonstration utilizes the new SFX9 4" pistol. The description also includes links to the SFX9 4", Wilson Combat's website, social media, and newsletter.

This video features a "Devil Drill" demonstration, a low round count shooting drill developed by Larry Vickers. Ken Hackathorn guides Bill Wilson through the drill, which involves 6 shots at 6 yards in 6 seconds, using the new SFT9 pistol. The description provides extensive background on both Bill Wilson's journey in the firearms industry and Ken Hackathorn's extensive experience as a firearms instructor for various elite law enforcement and military units. It highlights Wilson Combat's reputation for reliability, craftsmanship, and customer service, and details Hackathorn's credentials and contributions to firearms publications.

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.

This interview with Ken Hackathorn delves into the history and impact of Gunsite Academy and its founder, Jeff Cooper. It highlights Cooper's pioneering role in combat shooting, the development of the Gunsite 250 course, and the enduring legacy of the 1911 pistol. The discussion also touches on the survivalist movement's influence and the importance of professional firearms training for self-defense.

This #shorts video from "The Gun Guys," Bill Wilson and Ken Hackathorn, outlines "The Shooter's Seven Sins." The content focuses on common mistakes and misconceptions in firearms handling and training, including the danger of focusing on potential over probability, neglecting weaknesses in practice, improper grip, attempting to "buy skill," prioritizing speed over accuracy, over-tuning firearms, and treating a gun as a "lucky charm." The video aims to warn shooters against these detrimental habits, with mentions of Wilson Combat's expertise and the esteemed backgrounds of both Wilson and Hackathorn in law enforcement and military training.

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.