Rifle-to-Pistol Transition Drill
Carbine - Drills
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2m 8s
A fast rifle-to-pistol transition is only valuable if it's efficient, controlled, and accurate.
John McPhee breaks down his transition drill, explaining how to safely move from rifle to pistol without wasting unnecessary movement or sacrificing speed. He covers proper rifle management, target distance, timing standards, and why this simple drill exposes weaknesses in a shooter's fundamentals.
If you're looking to build faster, cleaner transitions while maintaining accountability for every round, this is a drill that belongs in your training rotation.
Train with purpose. Measure your performance. Eliminate wasted motion.
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