Trench Warfare Intro Pt 1: "We Be Jammin" by Nutnfancy

Published on September 15, 2010
Duration: 42:28

The 'Trench Warfare' drill, developed by Nutnfancy, is a challenging pistol course designed to test speed, accuracy, and reliability under simulated stress. It incorporates rapid fire at close to medium distances (10-15 yards), unsupported offhand shooting, and longer-range engagements (90 and 150 yards). The drill emphasizes practical application, counting misses, and simulating combat conditions by incorporating physical exertion and environmental factors like wind and dust.

Quick Summary

The 'Trench Warfare' drill is a pistol training course designed to test speed, accuracy, and reliability under simulated combat stress. Developed by Nutnfancy, it involves shooting at various distances, including unsupported offhand and longer ranges, while incorporating physical exertion to elevate heart rate. Misses are a key scoring metric, and the drill aims to identify firearm malfunctions and evaluate shooter performance in dynamic scenarios.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Music
  2. 00:43Early Observations
  3. 01:12Sledgehammer Drill Overview
  4. 02:30Need for Standardized Pistol Drill
  5. 02:48Introducing Trench Warfare Drill
  6. 03:02First Pistol: Ruger SR9
  7. 03:20Drill Focus: Ergonomics, Trigger, Grip, Sights
  8. 03:43Target Distance and Bias Towards Speed
  9. 04:10Steel Targets from Action Target
  10. 04:31Scoring and Course of Fire Subject to Change
  11. 04:48Offhand Shooting Stage
  12. 05:00Challenging Stages: 150yd Run and 90yd Shot
  13. 05:18Previous Drill Implementations
  14. 05:27Crew Involvement and Project Philosophy
  15. 06:11Drill Date: September 2010
  16. 06:30Drill Walkthrough: Distance, Barricades, Speed
  17. 06:42Magazine Management
  18. 07:00Participants and Introduction
  19. 07:54First Run - Ruger SR9
  20. 09:07Ruger SR9 Performance and Failures
  21. 09:33Time and Misses Tracking
  22. 09:57SR9 Trigger Difficulty
  23. 10:11PFI Dude's Run
  24. 10:26Tough Terrain and Uphill Run
  25. 10:38Kill Zone Definition
  26. 11:11Ruger SR9 Failure to Battery
  27. 11:49OJ's Turn - Introduction
  28. 12:08OJ's Loadout and Holster
  29. 12:45Defensive Loadout Discussion
  30. 13:08OJ's Run - XD-M Customized
  31. 14:28OJ's Run - Hostage Target
  32. 15:11OJ's Misses and Time
  33. 15:31PFI's Feedback on the Course
  34. 15:51PFI Dude's Second Run
  35. 16:04PFI Dude's Performance and Fatigue
  36. 16:44Five-Shot Burst Technique
  37. 16:59OJ's Turn Again
  38. 17:41Guest Shooter Officer Jared Introduction
  39. 18:00OJ's Background and Experience
  40. 18:36OJ's Duty Rig and Firearm: Kimber TLE RL
  41. 19:00Kimber TLE RL Details
  42. 19:14Expectation of Mistakes
  43. 19:30OJ's Quad Carrier
  44. 19:41OJ's Smart Lock Baton
  45. 19:53Training the Way You Fight Philosophy
  46. 20:14OJ's Run - Bad Guy Targets
  47. 20:37OJ's Run - Hostage Target
  48. 21:01OJ's Run - Offhand Left Hand
  49. 21:13OJ's Run - Final Targets
  50. 22:12Jam Clearing Fiasco
  51. 23:06OJ's Thoughts on the Drill
  52. 23:37OJ's Misses and Distance Shooting
  53. 23:47Kimber Jam Analysis
  54. 24:47Interesting Stuff Observed
  55. 25:10Officer Jared's Run - STI Tactical 2011
  56. 25:53STI Tactical 2011 Performance
  57. 26:04Sadly Missing's Turn
  58. 26:16Sadly Missing's Firearm: STI Tactical 2011
  59. 26:35Course of Fire Questions
  60. 26:43Officer Jared on Camera Duty
  61. 27:20Sadly Missing's Run - Stage 1
  62. 28:47Sadly Missing's Run - Position Switch
  63. 29:03Sadly Missing's Malfunctions and Breathing Issues
  64. 29:33Interesting Stuff Out Here
  65. 29:39Firearm Malfunction Recap
  66. 29:47Planned Glock Run
  67. 29:53Sadly Missing's Time and Hits
  68. 30:02.45 ACP Aiming Adjustment
  69. 30:30Barricade Shooting
  70. 30:40Sadly Missing's Physical Condition
  71. 31:15Kill Zone Ring Discussion
  72. 31:42STI Tactical 2011 Adjustments
  73. 31:55Magazine Management
  74. 32:03Tangle Foot and Running Technique
  75. 32:26Transitioning from Speed to Control
  76. 32:50Hostage Survival
  77. 33:07Target Stand Durability
  78. 33:46Magazine Feed Issues
  79. 34:10STI Tactical 2011 Performance
  80. 34:21XT-M Comparison
  81. 34:28Breathing and Lungs
  82. 34:39Resting and Next Runs
  83. 35:04Another Run Opportunity
  84. 35:04Ruger SR9 Safety Discussion
  85. 35:54SR9 Failure to Battery Again
  86. 36:21SR9 Bad Run and Malfunctions
  87. 36:31SR9 with FMJs
  88. 36:36SR9 to Ruger for Repair?
  89. 36:42SR9 Run Analysis: Hostage, Plates, Offhand
  90. 36:52XT-M Run Planned
  91. 37:01Ammo Related Issues?
  92. 37:12SR9 Run 2010 Analysis
  93. 37:23SR9 Hits in Nine Ring
  94. 37:33Speed vs. Dispersion
  95. 37:43Another Run Opportunity
  96. 37:56Tough Course Terrain
  97. 38:16Multiple Runs
  98. 38:36Breather and Loading Magazines
  99. 38:49Loadout Discussion
  100. 39:00Officer Jared's Light Loadout
  101. 39:09Normal Duty Loadout Weight
  102. 39:31Future Heavy Loadout Run
  103. 39:44Weight vs. Mobility Trade-off
  104. 40:25Fitness and Fatigue
  105. 40:31Workout Routine Discussion
  106. 40:48CrossFit vs. Heavy Lifting
  107. 41:00Fitness in the Nutnfancy Project
  108. 41:08Cardio Requirement
  109. 41:18Participant Fatigue and Dust
  110. 41:33Dust Impact on Weapons
  111. 41:46Product Testing Aspect
  112. 41:53OJ's Motivation for Another Run
  113. 42:03Music

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Trench Warfare' drill?

The 'Trench Warfare' drill is a pistol training course developed by Nutnfancy designed to test speed, accuracy, and reliability under simulated combat stress. It involves shooting at various distances, including unsupported offhand and longer ranges, while incorporating physical exertion to elevate heart rate.

What are the key objectives of the Trench Warfare drill?

The primary objectives are to test a pistol's reliability and ergonomics under stress, evaluate shooter performance in speed and accuracy, and simulate combat conditions through physical exertion and environmental factors like wind and dust. Misses are a key scoring metric.

What types of firearms were tested in the Trench Warfare drill?

During this video, several firearms were tested, including the Ruger SR9, a customized Springfield Armory XD-M, a Kimber TLE RL, and an STI Tactical 2011. The drill aims to identify potential malfunctions and performance issues under stress.

How does the Trench Warfare drill simulate combat stress?

It simulates combat stress by incorporating physical activity like running and shooting in a challenging environment, which elevates the shooter's heart rate. The drill also focuses on rapid reloads and engaging targets quickly, mimicking the demands of a high-stress situation.

More Training & Techniques Videos You Might Like

More from nutnfancy

View all →