Precision Hits Require Training

Hitting a precision target can be difficult enough.

The task of making the hit itself isnt really any harder.

Shooting accurately requires attention to detail.

Paul Carlson demonstrates the William Drill

When your brain is still going Mach 1, details tend to be ignored.

As a result, shots get missed.

What Is the Bill Drill?

Springfield Hellcat’s sights for precision shots in the William Drill

One of those drills I cooked up I called the William.

The William is named after the traditional Bill Drill.

The Bill Drill is typically shot from the holster at 7 yards.

Springfield Armory Hellcat magazines are perfectly sized for the Bill Drill alternative

At the start signal, draw and fire six rounds into the high center chest of the target.

Remember, my goal is to learn to pump the brakes.

you could see me running it in the video at the top of the page.

William Drill on a Critical Defensive Target

The William Drill

The William Drill helps me do just that.

The shot to the head is key.

I dont count anything that isnt in the highest-scoring zone of the head.

Rear notch sight on the Hellcat

I used myCritical Defensive Target, so Im only counting what is in the T of the cranial vault.

I loaded the included 11-rounder as well as the included spare 13-rounder, giving me 24 total rounds.

Practice with Purpose

When I go to the range, I go to have fun.

Developer of the William Drill, Paul Carlson, shooting the course in the snow

There are tons of drills out there to help you learn to step on the brakes smoothly.

Today the William Drill was my choice.

Whatever you are training, have fun with it and Ill see you out on the range!

Tools for shooting the William Drill

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