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Target Transitions: A Drill Mixing Speed and Accuracy

Talyn

Talyn

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In shooting, the ability to swiftly transition between targets is crucial, as nearly all stages feature multiple targets. This drill focuses on one goal: improving how quickly you can transition from one target to the next.

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Target Transitions: A Drill Mixing Speed and Accuracy

One of the “AHA!” moments in my shooting journey was realizing that time isn’t lost as much when you’re shooting
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This is a B27 Size EZ2C (Style 25, I believe) identification and acquisition target. Start at 5 yards and increase distance as proficiency increases. Standing behind the shooter the instructor calls out either a number, color, or shape. I like to start using a 3-5 second interval, decreasing the interval to one call-out per second over time. For variety I will add two or three call-outs at the same time, representing three different targets (ex: Red - 7 - Triangle).

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This can also be used:
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Hi,

Handy drill. I can set this up at home on my basement laser (dry fire) range. Just point my phone app at the target I'm transitioning to, it will capture the time and the hit. Slick. Thanks for sharing.

Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff
 
BassCliff said:
Hi,

Handy drill. I can set this up at home on my basement laser (dry fire) range. Just point my phone app at the target I'm transitioning to, it will capture the time and the hit. Slick. Thanks for sharing.

Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff
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Great tip! I never thought of using it for dry fire. Using a scaled-down target would let you use a lot of different symbology as opposed to just colors, shapes and numbers.
 
Hi,

LarryT said:
Great tip! I never thought of using it for dry fire. Using a scaled-down target would let you use a lot of different symbology as opposed to just colors, shapes and numbers.
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I can get some serious dry fire practice done when I set my mind to it, all kinds of targets.

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Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff
 
BassCliff said:
Hi,



Those systems can get costly. I'd rather spend the money on ammo. ;)


Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff
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Kinda how I feel about dry fire systems in general. I have a range in the yard and my club 8 miles away though and can shoot almost whenever I want. You however seem to be on the range more than I am. I wouldn't think you'd have much time leftover between gigs and multiple range trips every week for screwing around with lasers. :cool:
 
Good morning,

Bassbob said:
Kinda how I feel about dry fire systems in general. I have a range in the yard and my club 8 miles away though and can shoot almost whenever I want. You however seem to be on the range more than I am. I wouldn't think you'd have much time leftover between gigs and multiple range trips every week for screwing around with lasers. :cool:
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Yes, I have been hitting the live range quite often lately. But I must admit there are a few skills I should be practicing more often in my basement laser range. I have several 9mm and .45ACP laser cartridges that I picked up for a good price. I need to be more diligent with my dry fire practice schedule. It costs me nothing but time to keep skills fresh. I wish I could shoot off my back porch but my neighbors might get upset. :LOL:

Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff
 
BassCliff said:
Good morning,



Yes, I have been hitting the live range quite often lately. But I must admit there are a few skills I should be practicing more often in my basement laser range. I have several 9mm and .45ACP laser cartridges that I picked up for a good price. I need to be more diligent with my dry fire practice schedule. It costs me nothing but time to keep skills fresh. I wish I could shoot off my back porch but my neighbors might get upset. :LOL:

Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff
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I have no such concerns with neighbors. Wife and cats are a different story. 🤣
 
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