Master Your Grouping: Accuracy Warm-Up Drill
Mastering the Fundamentals: Accuracy Before Speed
When it comes to defensive shooting or improving your marksmanship, there’s one truth that always holds: slow is smooth, and smooth is fast. That’s why Jimmy G, the Italian Guerilla Gorilla, is back at the home range with a drill that helps shooters dial in their accuracy before pushing the gas pedal.
You’ve heard of "drawing by the numbers"—a foundational warm-up Jimmy’s covered before, emphasizing clean mechanics and timing. But today, it’s all about the accuracy grouping drill, a warm-up meant to hone in your fundamentals and build discipline at the line.
The Drill:
Target Setup: Use 3-inch circles placed at a distance of 7 yards. These smaller targets force precision and demand consistency.
Start Position: Begin from a high ready.
Execution: Slowly extend your firearm, line up your sights, and breathe out as you press the trigger.
Key Focus: Controlled breathing, sight alignment, and trigger discipline.
Jimmy emphasizes going slow at first—not for style points, but for mastery. Interestingly, he notes that as your speed increases over time, your shot groups often tighten. This counterintuitive result comes from muscle memory locking in proper mechanics, developed during slower repetitions.
Shot today using a Glock 17 (shoutout to Glock), Jimmy ran several magazines through the drill, reinforcing just how valuable it can be for anyone looking to tighten up their grouping.
Final Thoughts:
This isn’t about flashy mag dumps or trick shots. It’s about putting rounds exactly where you want them—and doing it with intention.
Give the drill a try next time you hit the range. And remember, it’s not always the fastest who wins, but the most accurate.
Stay sharp out there.
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Disclaimer:
This blog reflects my personal opinions and experiences and is not legal advice. Always follow your local, state, and federal laws regarding firearms. Get trained. Stay informed. Be responsible. And above all, shoot safe—know your limits, your gear, and your surroundings.
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