Pro Guns, Gear, Tactics, Training, Mindset, & Discussion
For Fossil Friday, we are going to be discussing an idea that needs to go away: the reliance on the Alternate Course, C (ALT-C) table of fire for qualification. The reference for this discussion is TC 3-22.9 and Army Research Institute Study AD-A183 872. The alternate ‘C’ qualification table, or ‘ALT-C’ as it is commonly … Read more
For Tactics, Techniques and Procedures Thursday, we’re going to be talking about how to set up your standard-issue sling to provide more support. Many Paratroopers do not know how to use the sling to provide a stable firing platform. This is important, as the prone unsupported is generally the position that our Paratroopers have the … Read more
For Manual Monday, we are continuing our discussion on control and the pistol. Specifically, we will be addressing what calling the shot means for the pistol. Learning all elements of the shot process for the pistol is vital, as the M17 will be fielded to elements of the 82nd within the near future. The M17 … Read more
For Fossil Friday, we are going to be dispelling a myth about the prone unsupported: that resting your magazine on the ground induces malfunctions. The reference for this discussion is TC 3-22.9, Change 2, dated August 2017. Resting the magazine on the ground is in accordance with the functional element of Stability. Doing this gets … Read more
For Force Mod Friday, we are going to be discussing a current capability gap: zeroing at true distance as required by TC 3-22.9, change 2, dated August 2017. Appendix E, TC 3-22.9 states that at a minimum, confirmation should be done at 300 meters. The reason for zeroing at true distance is it will reduce … Read more
Why dry practice can improve weapon handling and visual-motor consistency, what it cannot reproduce, and how to connect safe repetitions with live-fire validation.
Understand sight height, line of sight, bore axis, trajectory, and why prescribed short-distance offsets can put an M4A1 on target before live-fire confirmation.
How a consistent pistol workspace supports visual control, reloads, stoppage reduction, equipment inspection, and efficient return to an accountable firing position.
A practical overview of M4A1 zeroing: establish mechanical settings, boresight where authorized, fire consistent groups, adjust from group center, and confirm at distance.
Understand normal sight movement, acceptable stability, and how a consistent trigger press allows accurate pistol shots without trying to hold the sights perfectly still.