Ham & Swiss
Objective: This drill was designed to assess the shooter’s ability to make decisive hits with the handgun they utilize for discreet, concealed carry.
Target: IPSC
Rounds Needed: 18
Begin Exercise: All phases start with handgun concealed unless directed otherwise!
Phase One @ 10 yards- Draw and fire 2 shots, 3X in 3 seconds
Phase Two @ 5 yards- Draw and fire 2 shots, 3X in 2 seconds
Phase Three @ 3 yards- Draw and fire 3 shots Strong Hand Only, 1X in 2 seconds
Phase Four @ 3 yards- From Ready Position, fire 3 shots Weak Hand Only, 1X in 2 seconds
Scoring: 90 points is the maximum value that can be achieved. Hits in the A zone have a value of 5 points. Hits in the C zone have a value of 3 points. All others receive no value. For each shot fired over the par time, 2 points will be subtracted from your score. Satisfactory performance = 70 points or greater. Superior performance= 80 points or greater. Less than 70 points= No Go.
Variations: a) Use index card for high value area
- b) Reduce par times for experts, increase for beginners
- c) Perform in low light
- d) Add physical exertion
Mike Boyle is a retired law enforcement officer and has been active in use of force instruction for over 40 years. He has been a police academy assistant director, instructor, Rangemaster and is the author of 2 books, 3 training videos and hundreds of magazine articles on firearms, training and tactics. Mike served 21 years on the Board of Directors of the International Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors. Mr. Boyle can provide instruction on various firearms disciplines including handgun, shotgun and low light threat management. He can be reached at mboyle308@gmail.com.
