Rastoff
US Veteran
I wanted to add to the challenge, but keep it simple. I needed to come up with an idea that didn't involve a timer or drawing from a holster. This makes it acceptable to shoot on any range.
Further, I needed a target that can be used at any range. So I made my own. It shouldn't surprise anyone because it's made from the example I made for the first challenge. This time I included instructions on the target. It is attached for you to download and print. You may use any target though.
Now for the embarrassing part; my target:
I shot this in keeping with the spirit, I used my regular 1911 carry gun. The shots you see above were the first I took this day. It's not pretty, but there it is in all its glory. The shot in the red circle is unacceptable to me. It shows that I need more practice. There are actually two holes where the red arrow is pointing.
The Rules (more like guidelines really
):
All shots taken from the ready.
4 strings of 5 shots each.
5 shots in each bull.
Each string is fired from the specific position and in this order:
Why these positions?
In a defensive situation you'll never know what the environment will be. You might have a barricade to use as cover. I strongly suggest that you use that barricade as a support if you can. (I could not because my "barricade" is just a flimsy target stand.)
You might have been sitting or on the ground and need to shoot before you can stand.
The support hand is largely overlooked. Most of those I encounter have never even thought of using their support hand. What if your shooting hand is injured? You should at least have some familiarity with your support hand. Further, the only reason the support hand will be used is if your shooting hand is injured. So, practicing with support hand only is a good thing because if your shooting hand is injured, you probably won't be able to use it for support.
About the positions:
When doing the barricade, keep your shooting foot behind the barricade. Stepping out from behind cover is not only dangerous (the bad guy can shoot you), but not in the spirit of the challenge. You don't need full cover for this string. A simple 2x4 or lane divider will suffice. The object is just to have something to shoot around.
In the vid I demonstrate how I do the kneeling position. Meh, I don't care how you do it. The idea is to get down to ground level. If you have to sit, do that. If you require help to get down there, put your gun down first.
Support hand only must be shot one handed. Remember, I'm a lefty so, I'm not cheating in the vid. Put your shooting hand somewhere; on your chest, in your pocket or hooked in your belt. The idea is to keep it out of the way in such a manner that it is held in place. If you have never shot with your support hand only, please take a few practice shots first.
Here's a quick vid on the positions:
Now get out there and get shooting! As you can see from my target, I'm not that great from these positions. I expect to see a lot of targets that are better than mine.
Further, I needed a target that can be used at any range. So I made my own. It shouldn't surprise anyone because it's made from the example I made for the first challenge. This time I included instructions on the target. It is attached for you to download and print. You may use any target though.
Now for the embarrassing part; my target:
I shot this in keeping with the spirit, I used my regular 1911 carry gun. The shots you see above were the first I took this day. It's not pretty, but there it is in all its glory. The shot in the red circle is unacceptable to me. It shows that I need more practice. There are actually two holes where the red arrow is pointing.
The Rules (more like guidelines really
):All shots taken from the ready.
4 strings of 5 shots each.
5 shots in each bull.
Each string is fired from the specific position and in this order:
- 5 shots from shooting side barricade - 7 yards
- 5 shots kneeling - 7 yards
- 5 shots support hand only - 5 yards
- 5 shots support hand only - 7 yards
Why these positions?
In a defensive situation you'll never know what the environment will be. You might have a barricade to use as cover. I strongly suggest that you use that barricade as a support if you can. (I could not because my "barricade" is just a flimsy target stand.)
You might have been sitting or on the ground and need to shoot before you can stand.
The support hand is largely overlooked. Most of those I encounter have never even thought of using their support hand. What if your shooting hand is injured? You should at least have some familiarity with your support hand. Further, the only reason the support hand will be used is if your shooting hand is injured. So, practicing with support hand only is a good thing because if your shooting hand is injured, you probably won't be able to use it for support.
About the positions:
When doing the barricade, keep your shooting foot behind the barricade. Stepping out from behind cover is not only dangerous (the bad guy can shoot you), but not in the spirit of the challenge. You don't need full cover for this string. A simple 2x4 or lane divider will suffice. The object is just to have something to shoot around.
In the vid I demonstrate how I do the kneeling position. Meh, I don't care how you do it. The idea is to get down to ground level. If you have to sit, do that. If you require help to get down there, put your gun down first.
Support hand only must be shot one handed. Remember, I'm a lefty so, I'm not cheating in the vid. Put your shooting hand somewhere; on your chest, in your pocket or hooked in your belt. The idea is to keep it out of the way in such a manner that it is held in place. If you have never shot with your support hand only, please take a few practice shots first.
Here's a quick vid on the positions:
Now get out there and get shooting! As you can see from my target, I'm not that great from these positions. I expect to see a lot of targets that are better than mine.
