USS ESSEX, SOUTH CHINA SEA U.S. Marine Sgt. Sean Bernstein fires at his target with an M1911A pistol during a deck shoot aboard the USS Essex (LHD 2) in the South China Sea, June 12, 2015. Bernstein is a member of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s Maritime Raid Force. The MRF practices both pistol and […]
Marksmanship
SOFREP TV Field Notes: Running the Tombstones at Shaw Shooting
Training Cell runs the ‘Tombstones’ at Shaw Shooting. This drill tests speed, and accuracy, as members try to shoot the target faster than the opponent. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hEIkXBkj4Ys&feature=youtu.be Follow SOFREP TV on Facebook and Instagram to keep up with the latest news, photos and training evolutions. Be sure to check out SOFREP TV, bringing you what old fashion cable network’s can’t deliver; authenticity […]
SOFREP TV Field Notes: Buck Doyle Covers the Importance of Cover
Former Force Recon Marine and Marksmanship Expert Buck Doyle reviews the value and use of cover when identifying an enemy and preparing to take a shot. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n98lRAMTtvA&t=1s Follow SOFREP TV on Facebook and Instagram to keep up with the latest news, photos and training evolutions. Be sure to check out SOFREP TV, bringing you what old fashion cable network’s can’t deliver; […]
Watch: SEAL Team 6 Pistol Shooting Standards
Are you looking for a new challenge on the range when you practice? Watch as master firearms instructor K. Brown shoots the SEAL Team 6 standards course created by two former SEAL Team 6 Operators. These are not only excellent drills to practice, but also practical to the everyday concealed carry permit holder. Shooting is […]
Loadout Room photo of the day: Army Reserve Marksmanship Team provides training on Enhanced Battle Rifle
FORT BRAGG, NC, UNITED STATES Staff Sgt. Scott LaForest, standing, reviews using a thermal scope with soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division, during squad designated marksmanship training at Fort Bragg, N.C., Feb. 15. The 2/504th PIR, preparing for an upcoming deployment to Afghanistan, received training from members of the Army […]
This Is How the CMP Will Sell the Army’s Surplus M1911 Pistols
If you’re excited about the possibility of the U.S. Army transferring its surplus M1911 pistols to the Civilian Marksmanship Program for sale to the general public but find yourself wondering exactly how this is all going to go down, a clearer picture is starting to emerge thanks to a recent CMP email update. The message starts off by stating […]
Former Army Ranger discusses combat zeroing your AR-15 rifle
This pro tip from John Lovell comes in handy for those of us that don’t have access to a 100 or 200 yard range. I fall into this category and will be trying out this tip until I can get my AR to a longer range to get a more precise zero. Think of this […]
Loadout Room photo of the day | Maintaining marksmanship: Force Recon Marines fire away
MARINE CORPS BASE HAWAII, HI, UNITED STATES Marines from force reconnaissance platoon, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, shoot rounds from .45-caliber pistols during close quarter tactics shooting at the Kaneohe Bay range training facility, May 13. Capt. Brian VanHoose, the platoon commander and a native of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, said their shooting drills are practice for […]
Watch: Pat McNamara run and gun with dumbbells
Pat McNamara is always thinking outside the box and taking advantage of every opportunity to incorporate functional fitness into his shooting drills. This time he runs a pistol course of fire with the Carolina Arms Group Trenton 9, but adds in two 40lb dumbbells. If you’re looking for a way to take your shooting drills […]
The Oakley Breach Range Bag
What are you currently using as a range bag? Save time, space, and organize your gear with a bag made for the range. Check out the Oakley Breach Range Bag.