X-Box Rifle Drill

Published on July 19, 2022
Duration: 14:02

This video details the 'X-Box Drill,' a rifle training exercise developed by former Army Special Operations member Don Edwards. The drill emphasizes shooting on the move, lateral and diagonal movement, and utilizing peripheral vision. It requires 24 rounds and focuses on improving body positioning and target transitions under dynamic conditions. The drill's scoring incorporates time penalties for misses and zone hits.

Quick Summary

The X-Box Rifle Drill is a dynamic training exercise from Don Edwards that improves shooting on the move, body positioning, and peripheral vision. It requires 24 rounds and scores are based on time plus penalties for misses (5s), D-zone hits (1.5s), and C-zone hits (0.5s). A par time of 25 seconds is recommended.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Introduction to 1911 Syndicate
  2. 00:13Sponsor Mentions & Discount Codes
  3. 01:26Firearm Disclaimer & Setup
  4. 02:06Introducing the X-Box Rifle Drill
  5. 02:25Drill Setup & Dimensions
  6. 03:02Drill Execution Walkthrough
  7. 04:00Skills Developed by the Drill
  8. 04:23Timing the Drill (Suppressed)
  9. 05:31Drill Scoring System Explained
  10. 06:59Jake's First Run & Score
  11. 08:13Analysis of LPVO vs. Red Dot
  12. 08:50Round Two Setup
  13. 11:50Technical Feedback on Movement
  14. 12:48Overall Drill Assessment
  15. 13:30Conclusion & Drill Recap

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the X-Box Rifle Drill?

The X-Box Rifle Drill is a dynamic training exercise developed by Don Edwards, a former Army Special Operations member. It focuses on improving shooting on the move, lateral and diagonal movement, and target acquisition under pressure, requiring 24 rounds.

How is the X-Box Rifle Drill scored?

Scoring for the X-Box Drill combines raw time with penalties. Penalties include 5 seconds for complete misses, 1.5 seconds for D-zone hits, and 0.5 seconds for C-zone hits on the target.

What skills does the X-Box Rifle Drill help develop?

This drill enhances shooting on the move, body positioning during lateral movement, peripheral vision for target acquisition, and dynamic target transitions, making it a comprehensive tactical training exercise.

What is the recommended time for the X-Box Rifle Drill?

The recommended par time for the X-Box Rifle Drill is approximately 25 seconds. Achieving this time while maintaining accuracy is considered a good performance benchmark.

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