Darth Tater
Regular Member
It seems like every bit of training I've done in my professional career involving shooting in a gas mask was a really fast "now let's do it for familiarization then take off the suck mask".
Since my most challenging shots at work will likely be in a gas mask, I'm endeavoring to train more in it and train my guys in it. I had an impromptu 90 minute range session with one of my guys today. I wanted to run my progression past the seasoned pros here for input.
I ran two drills with pistol and subgun: FAST and a 100 point B8 at 15 yards. Note: he is "ok for a cop" (he sucks), and I'm working to grow his proficiency. I shot each of these with him.
FAST-
Pistol, 3 runs. Focus on draw stroke, acceptable sight picture, reload mechanics, and shifting gears/speed.
Gas mask pistol- 3 runs. Same focus.
UMP, 4 runs. Focus on sight offset, acceptable sight picture, safety manipulation, and reload mechanics.
Gas mask UMP, 3 runs. Same focus.
15 yard B8 (10 rds)-
Pistol- 2 runs. Focus: suck less.
Gas mask pistol- 2 runs. Same focus.
UMP- 2 runs.
Gas mask UMP- 1 run (ran out of time for a second).
Essentially I'm looking to build familiarity with the drill performance and expectations/mechanics, then validate that it can be performed on demand in a gas mask in the sun and heat. What say you? Decent approach? Is there a better mouse trap?
Since my most challenging shots at work will likely be in a gas mask, I'm endeavoring to train more in it and train my guys in it. I had an impromptu 90 minute range session with one of my guys today. I wanted to run my progression past the seasoned pros here for input.
I ran two drills with pistol and subgun: FAST and a 100 point B8 at 15 yards. Note: he is "ok for a cop" (he sucks), and I'm working to grow his proficiency. I shot each of these with him.
FAST-
Pistol, 3 runs. Focus on draw stroke, acceptable sight picture, reload mechanics, and shifting gears/speed.
Gas mask pistol- 3 runs. Same focus.
UMP, 4 runs. Focus on sight offset, acceptable sight picture, safety manipulation, and reload mechanics.
Gas mask UMP, 3 runs. Same focus.
15 yard B8 (10 rds)-
Pistol- 2 runs. Focus: suck less.
Gas mask pistol- 2 runs. Same focus.
UMP- 2 runs.
Gas mask UMP- 1 run (ran out of time for a second).
Essentially I'm looking to build familiarity with the drill performance and expectations/mechanics, then validate that it can be performed on demand in a gas mask in the sun and heat. What say you? Decent approach? Is there a better mouse trap?