Fundamentals

109 posts

The skills under all three pillars: dry fire, drills, marksmanship, safety and gun care.

  • FundamentalsDrill

    Central Texas Standards: A Classic IPSC Benchmark Drill

    Central Texas Standards – Chip McCormick & Ronin Colman’s nearly forgotten 125-round monster. Weak-hand, reloads, 50-yard shots, even prone. This 1980s beast still demands Master-class skill to clean in 2025.

    6 min
  • FundamentalsReview

    Mantis TitanX

    The good folks at Mantis Tech surprised me with a TitanX: an inert Glock 19 clone packing a MantisX and a shot-indicating laser. Dry fire practice game-changer? Let’s unbox it and see.

    7 min
  • FundamentalsGuide

    Using the Manual Thumb Safety… Uhm… Well… Safely

    Proper manual safety use is critical for safe shooting. Follow Col. Cooper’s binary rule—on target, safety off; off target, safety on—to build strong safety discipline and prevent mishaps with your pistol.

    5 min
  • FundamentalsDrill

    Jim Shanahan’s Helluva Little Drill

    Jim’s Helluva Little Drill is deceptively challenging. When executed correctly, it sharpens your ability to stay process-focused while running a gun, all while honing often-overlooked marksmanship skills. Let’s explore it.

    5 min
  • FundamentalsOpinion

    Chasing the Sub-Second Draw

    They say doing the same thing over and over while expecting different results is the definition of insanity. Yet here I am, chasing the sub-second draw again. Don’t worry—I’m not crazy. I’m switching up my approach. Curious? Let’s explore it.

    5 min
  • FundamentalsDrill

    1-2-3-4-5 Drill

    The 1-2-3-4-5 Drill is an easy but sneaky challenge. Clean it at 5 yards, then chase 15 Xs or push the distance. Ready to test your skills? Dive into the breakdown and give it a whirl!

    4 min
  • FundamentalsGuide

    Which Shot Timer Should You Buy?

    Need a shot timer to up your game? Don’t sweat range yahoos and knuckleheads—I’ve got you covered with pro picks and alternatives for dry fire, matches, and coaching. Let’s make matchmaking magic!

    8 min
  • FundamentalsReview

    Ray-Ban Meta AI Glasses: A Shooter’s Take

    Why are range rats ditching bombproof eye pro for Ray-Ban Meta AI shades? I ran these smart specs through the wringer on the line and off. Check my review to see if they’re worth the trigger pull!

    5 min
  • FundamentalsReview

    Shooters Global SG Timer GO

    Can a compact shot timer level up your marksmanship skills at a fair price? I’ve been pounding dry-fire practice with the SG Timer GO. It’s quirky—read on to see if it’s a keeper for serious training.

    9 min
  • FundamentalsGuide

    NRA Basic Pistol Qualification

    Been slacking on drill posts—oops. Time to get back on the horse with the NRA Basic Pistol qual. 5 yards, 5 shots, 4-inch circle, no clock. Cakewalk? Maybe. I broke it down to see if it’s worth your time—read on…

    4 min
  • FundamentalsRounds Later

    Ace Virtual Shooting: 50,000 Rounds Later

    I’ve logged 50K virtual rounds in Ace Virtual Shooting over six months, and it’s been wild. What’s that mean for my skills? How’s it fit into my training? Is it worth it? Read on for my latest reflections.

    9 min
  • FundamentalsReview

    Shooters Global SG Timer 2: Test Driven & Crash Tested

    Serious about shooting—like daily dry fire serious? You need a shot timer and video analysis. The premium SG Timer 2 delivers, quirks and all. Right for you? Read on.

    16 min