The Dot Torture Drill stands as a paramount test of marksmanship, emphasizing the critical skill of trigger discipline—executing a trigger press without altering the firearm’s alignment.
Achieving a perfect score, set at 100%, is the drill’s stringent requirement. Falling short by even a single shot results in failure.
Preparation involves gathering the following items:
- A handgun
- A holster
- 50 rounds of target-specific ammunition
- A minimum of one backup magazine or speedloader
- Protective gear for eyes and ears
- The Dot Torture target
Execution Steps:
The exercise involves 10 two-inch diameter targets, each associated with a distinct firing sequence. Starting from a distance of 3 yards, the goal is to land all 50 shots within the confines of these dots. Mastery at this initial distance allows for the challenge to be heightened either by increasing the distance or imposing a time constraint, thereby demanding faster shooting without compromising accuracy.
Detailed Course of Fire:
- Dot 1: Draw and fire 5 shots at dot 1.
- Dot 2: Draw, fire a single shot at dot 2, then re-holster. Repeat this step four times, totaling 5 shots.
- Dots 3 & 4: Draw, fire once at dot 3, once at dot 4, then re-holster. Complete this sequence four times, amassing 8 shots.
- Dot 5: Focusing on using only the strong hand, draw and fire 5 shots at dot 5.
- Dots 6 & 7: Draw, fire twice at dot 6, twice at dot 7, then re-holster. Repeat this three times for a sum of 16 shots.
- Dot 8: Starting from a ready position, fire 5 shots with just the support hand at dot 8.
- Dots 9 & 10: Draw, fire at dot 9, perform a speed reload, fire at dot 10, then re-holster. Execute this sequence three times for a total of 6 shots.
This rigorous drill not only hones precision and control but also instills confidence in handling and maneuvering the firearm under varied conditions, making it an essential practice for improving shooting fundamentals.
