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Tactical Pistol Operation

Pistol-1(b)

Pistol-I(b)

Tactical Pistol Operation

This module focuses on developing precise marksmanship and introduces the gun-handling skills necessary to operate a semi-automatic handgun successfully in dynamic situations. This class will educate students on reloading, and ammunition management using the semi-automatic pistol. The students also be introduced to the concept of combat shooting, which includes shooting in pairs, performing precise headshots, executing timed drills, engaging distant targets, and other alternative shooting drills to enhance the concepts introduced in the class. Precise mechanics will be taught with the utmost attention to detail.

Objective: The emphasis is on the handgun manipulation & operation including combat reloads and malfunction clearing to keep the gun “running” for personal protection.

PREREQUISITE: Students must be able to handle their pistol safely and should have a working knowledge of their firearm and elements of marksmanship taught in Pistol-1(a).  Pistol-I module is a prerequisite to all of the advanced TAC-1 courses.

CLASS FORMAT: This (8 hrs) one day training will be held on the live fire range.

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Pistol-1(b)

Tactical Pistol Operation

This course is essential for developing a shooter's fundamental understanding of tactical handgun operation and shooting. It is designed to introduce the concepts of handgun operation and prepare students to operate proficiently at a higher level.

COURSE SUBJECT

Pistol-1(b): Introduction to Pistol Operation

The following technique and concepts will be introduced at a reasonable pace for maximum retention.

Review

  • 4 Basic Firearms Safety Rules
  • Elements of Marksmanship (REVIEW)
  • Presentation from Holster (REVIEW)
  • Loading/Unloading (REVIEW)
  • Threat Assessment/Scanning (REVIEW)

Marksmanship

  • Trigger Control Part 2
  • Faster Sight ​Acquisition
  • Enhanced trigger manipulation
  • Shooting in pairs & Multiple Shots

Intro to Combat Shooting

  • Combat Reloading
  • Immediate Action - Malfunctions
  • Multiple target engagement
  • Failure Drill and other combat drills
  • Support hand shooting (two hands)
Before you take the Pistol-1(b) course 

Pistol-1(a): Introduction to Defensive Pistol

Don't skip a chapter when you start a new book.  This class is formulated to get the students prepared for further regimented training in defensive shooting.  The emphasis is on building the working knowledge of safe handling of the pistol and marksmanship fundamental.  

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Pistol-1(b) is Brought to you by

May 3rd​, 2025 (Sat)

Combat Pistol Operations

$225

6700 Holser Canyon Road, Piru, CA 93040

0800 to 1630 hrs (8 hrs)

Location

MB Tactical Piru Range

6700 Holser Canyon Road, Piru, CA 93040

(​805)-398-0003  For direction only

[email protected]

Do not exceed the posted speed limit at this range as it will be enforced by the range staff. Please study the Google Map in advance. Do not use your cell phone. You will lose signal and you will be lost. Drive towards Lake Piru on Piru Canyon Road. We will meet at the parking lot at 08:00.  You will sign in at the range office and we will drive together to the assigned private range. If  you are late to the class, please ask the range staff to find out which range we are assigned.