I saw this on sigforum and was intrigued.
http://www.sabretactical.com/Video_Clips/video_clips.html
C.A.R., or The Center Axis Relock Method of Gunfighting
Q. What is it?
A. It is a gun fighting technique, not a range application.
- It is a strong, stable, and flexible platform for action.
- It allows quick target acquisition and rapid fire bursts
of 4 shots to COM in under 1 second with standard pistols.
- It can be used effectively in small spaces and vehicles.
- It is applicable to team assault situations.
- It provides maximum weapon retention, and also serves as
a practical and effective base for contact fighting.
The C.A.R. Center Axis Relock Method of Gunfighting
utilizes two main positions or stances as bases for action.
The High Position:
The first position is called the High position. It is used
for working within confined spaces, from cover, and while
moving.
It is a very strong and flexible base for using both short
and long weapons such as a handgun, baton, O.C. Spray,
shotgun, sub-machine gun, and other weapons.
In the High position, the operator is in a semi-bladed
stance, with the weapon held or cradled next to the chest.
The position is achieved by blading towards the threat
while also drawing and bringing the gun up to the chest.
When the gun is drawn, it should be directed to the threat
for firing if needed. Also, as the gun is being brought
up, the other hand should be moving to grasp and support
it.
This base position reduces the Operator's silhouette,
employs a balanced and stable, yet flexible body stance,
and works in harmony with gross muscle movements, gross
motor skills, and our natural reactions to extreme stress,
one of which, is to bring the arms and hands back to the
body, not away from it.
The stance with elbows extended, makes up a natural cradle
from which the gun can be fired if need be, with both hands
or with just the gun hand.
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Its framework sets up a circle of control and defense that
makes it very difficult for an Aggressor to grab or take
possession of the Operators handgun, Baton, or O.C. Spray.
That is true regardless of the Operator's shape, size, or
gender.
The circle of control and defense is maintained by rotating
towards a threat. In a contact situation, strikes with the
elbows and the gun can be made, or the gun can be fired.
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The position is comfortable, relaxed, does not pinch or
restrict the Operator's breathing, can be used with full
combat gear, and it can be maintained easily for extended
periods of time.
Fine motor skills are not utilized or relied on, as they,
along with the ability to focus clearly, will be lost to
most Operators in a close quarters life and death crisis
situation. That is due to the increase in the heart rate,
and the activation of the instinctive Fight or Flight
response, both of which happen in such situations.
The stability and ease of movement gained by using a bladed
stance, along with keeping the gun at the operator's
natural focal point, allows for fast acquisition of
multiple targets.
Also, the weak hand is up and ready for use in open doors,
clearing the way, and other tasks.
The thumbs can be placed anywhere, as long as their
placement does not interfere with the workings of the gun.
The Extended Position:
The second C.A.R. position is called the Extended position.
It is used for entry, combat, and assault. It also can be
used effectively when seated inside a vehicle.
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The Extended position or stance, allows for high levels of
accuracy, as well as very rapid shooting while moving.
The gun is held naturally and close to the Operators true
focus point (normal reading distance).
That is an enhancement over stances that employ full arm
extension, as doing that takes the sights out of the
Operator's natural focus point. And even more so if the
Operator has glasses.
Recoil Control
With the C.A.R. system, recoil is reduced greatly. This
reduction is achieved through the use of either of two
main stances, and by "locking" the muscles and bones of
the arms which is accomplished by slightly canting the gun
hand.
The canting movement, though slight, greatly enhances
stability by changing the alignment and relationship of
the muscles and bones in the gun hand arm.
That locking action happens naturally and automatically
when we fully extended our arms. At full extension, the
wrists and lower arms automatically rotate slightly inward.
If the wrists are purposely rotated upward, as with the
isosceles and weaver, the arms lose the natural stability
and control that results from the canting movement. Also,
when the arms are held out straight, they form long levers
with the shoulder joints being their fulcrum points. As
such, they can be pushed up easily by the upward action of
recoil forces, and take the gun off target.
With the use of either the High or Extended C.A.R.
positions, the length of the "arm bars" are reduced by
half. Also, stability is improved when the arms are held
closer to the body. And when the gun hand wrist is canted
some, the bones and muscles in that arm will be naturally
and effectively locked and stabilized.
The result will be a great reduction in recoil effects,
and a reduction in target reacquisition time.
Also, as the gun is brought up to the Extended position,
the gun hand elbow will automatically and mechanically
swing out and up, which will further enhance control and
stability.
Reloads:
Reloading, and malfunction clearances should be done close
to the body with short movements for enhanced speed,
control, and stability.
Combat Reload Steps - The Combat Reload is usual made when
the gun is empty.
- Using the thumb and index finger, withdraw a magazine
with the bullet heads facing the front.
- The index finger should be along the side of magazine
with its tip at the top end of the magazine.
- Use the index finger to guide the magazine to the gun
hand.
- Lower the gun hand elbow (not the gun), to rotate the
grip bottom towards the other hand.
- When the charged magazine is ready for insertion, operate
the magazine release and flick the wrist out and back if
needed to eject the empty magazine.
- Use the index finger to guide the charged magazine into
the hole in the grip, and press it home with the palm of
the hand.
Tactical Reload Steps - It is usual made when gun is not
empty.
- Withdraw a charged magazine and hold it between the index
and middle fingers like a cigarette.
- As that hand nears the gun, drop the gun hand elbow.
- As the hand with the charged magazine reaches the gun,
activate the magazine release.
- Withdraw the partially used magazine with the thumb and
index finger.
- Insert the charged magazine and press it home in one
flowing movement.
- The partially charged (old), magazine which be top heavy
from the remaining bullets at its top, will fall sideways
into the palm of the hand.
- Secure it.
As with most things, practice will improve performance and
allow the Operator to minimize off target time.
The C.A.R. System Learning Curve:
The C.A.R. system learning curve is very short. There is
immediate improvement in weapon retention, a great
reduction in recoil, and Operators find that they can make
multiple COM hits on targets while on the move and shooting
very rapidly.
In a recent session for 30 FBI Violent Crimes task force
Agents and Officers, 4 rounds of 00 from a shotgun were
placed onto 2 targets set 10 feet apart in under 1 second.
In January 2002, in a basic class in King County, WA, every
student put four rounds on center of target in under 1 sec.
Many put five rounds on target in under one-second using
standard Glock 40 pistols.
Q. Why is there a need for this or systems similar to it
at this time?
A. Police casualty rates have not gone down in ten years.
A. Over 90% of handgun confrontations occur under 7 yards.
A. CQB shooting accuracy is under 20%.
In short, tradition shooting methods which utilize the
weaver or the isosceles stances, are not getting the job
done.
Here is what "GF" Fmr. SEAL 'Team 3 point/Sniper' said
about the system: "The C.A.R. system is the first training
system I have experienced that has truly been designed
around the idea the Operators must train for Gun Fights.
Unlike conventional systems that have evolved into training
Operators to address paper targets, from a static line
position."
"Paul Castle has recognized what all true Operators know in
their heart's to be true. The systems we have been taught
(isosceles and weaver), are fairly effective in a range
environment, but, have been proven IN BLOOD to be wholly
ineffective in real gunfights."
Paul Castle, the developer of the C.A.R. system, has had a
distinguished career in Law Enforcement and training in
Europe and America. His resume is both impressive and
lengthy. More information on Paul, and the C.A.R. system
is available on his web site.
The C.A.R. system was developed over several years in
response to, and as a means of dealing positively with the
realities faced by Operators today.
The information presented here, is just a brief intro to
the basics of his system. The Course material is
extensive, thorough, and includes instruction and action
video tapes.
There are several core skill modules or components which
are in turn supported by 20 additional programs designed
for specialized areas, such as Counter Drug, Counter
Terrorism, Bio Hazard Environments, and Active - Shooter
scenarios.
What do you guys think?
http://www.sabretactical.com/Video_Clips/video_clips.html
C.A.R., or The Center Axis Relock Method of Gunfighting
Q. What is it?
A. It is a gun fighting technique, not a range application.
- It is a strong, stable, and flexible platform for action.
- It allows quick target acquisition and rapid fire bursts
of 4 shots to COM in under 1 second with standard pistols.
- It can be used effectively in small spaces and vehicles.
- It is applicable to team assault situations.
- It provides maximum weapon retention, and also serves as
a practical and effective base for contact fighting.
The C.A.R. Center Axis Relock Method of Gunfighting
utilizes two main positions or stances as bases for action.
The High Position:
The first position is called the High position. It is used
for working within confined spaces, from cover, and while
moving.
It is a very strong and flexible base for using both short
and long weapons such as a handgun, baton, O.C. Spray,
shotgun, sub-machine gun, and other weapons.
In the High position, the operator is in a semi-bladed
stance, with the weapon held or cradled next to the chest.
The position is achieved by blading towards the threat
while also drawing and bringing the gun up to the chest.
When the gun is drawn, it should be directed to the threat
for firing if needed. Also, as the gun is being brought
up, the other hand should be moving to grasp and support
it.
This base position reduces the Operator's silhouette,
employs a balanced and stable, yet flexible body stance,
and works in harmony with gross muscle movements, gross
motor skills, and our natural reactions to extreme stress,
one of which, is to bring the arms and hands back to the
body, not away from it.
The stance with elbows extended, makes up a natural cradle
from which the gun can be fired if need be, with both hands
or with just the gun hand.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Its framework sets up a circle of control and defense that
makes it very difficult for an Aggressor to grab or take
possession of the Operators handgun, Baton, or O.C. Spray.
That is true regardless of the Operator's shape, size, or
gender.
The circle of control and defense is maintained by rotating
towards a threat. In a contact situation, strikes with the
elbows and the gun can be made, or the gun can be fired.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The position is comfortable, relaxed, does not pinch or
restrict the Operator's breathing, can be used with full
combat gear, and it can be maintained easily for extended
periods of time.
Fine motor skills are not utilized or relied on, as they,
along with the ability to focus clearly, will be lost to
most Operators in a close quarters life and death crisis
situation. That is due to the increase in the heart rate,
and the activation of the instinctive Fight or Flight
response, both of which happen in such situations.
The stability and ease of movement gained by using a bladed
stance, along with keeping the gun at the operator's
natural focal point, allows for fast acquisition of
multiple targets.
Also, the weak hand is up and ready for use in open doors,
clearing the way, and other tasks.
The thumbs can be placed anywhere, as long as their
placement does not interfere with the workings of the gun.
The Extended Position:
The second C.A.R. position is called the Extended position.
It is used for entry, combat, and assault. It also can be
used effectively when seated inside a vehicle.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Extended position or stance, allows for high levels of
accuracy, as well as very rapid shooting while moving.
The gun is held naturally and close to the Operators true
focus point (normal reading distance).
That is an enhancement over stances that employ full arm
extension, as doing that takes the sights out of the
Operator's natural focus point. And even more so if the
Operator has glasses.
Recoil Control
With the C.A.R. system, recoil is reduced greatly. This
reduction is achieved through the use of either of two
main stances, and by "locking" the muscles and bones of
the arms which is accomplished by slightly canting the gun
hand.
The canting movement, though slight, greatly enhances
stability by changing the alignment and relationship of
the muscles and bones in the gun hand arm.
That locking action happens naturally and automatically
when we fully extended our arms. At full extension, the
wrists and lower arms automatically rotate slightly inward.
If the wrists are purposely rotated upward, as with the
isosceles and weaver, the arms lose the natural stability
and control that results from the canting movement. Also,
when the arms are held out straight, they form long levers
with the shoulder joints being their fulcrum points. As
such, they can be pushed up easily by the upward action of
recoil forces, and take the gun off target.
With the use of either the High or Extended C.A.R.
positions, the length of the "arm bars" are reduced by
half. Also, stability is improved when the arms are held
closer to the body. And when the gun hand wrist is canted
some, the bones and muscles in that arm will be naturally
and effectively locked and stabilized.
The result will be a great reduction in recoil effects,
and a reduction in target reacquisition time.
Also, as the gun is brought up to the Extended position,
the gun hand elbow will automatically and mechanically
swing out and up, which will further enhance control and
stability.
Reloads:
Reloading, and malfunction clearances should be done close
to the body with short movements for enhanced speed,
control, and stability.
Combat Reload Steps - The Combat Reload is usual made when
the gun is empty.
- Using the thumb and index finger, withdraw a magazine
with the bullet heads facing the front.
- The index finger should be along the side of magazine
with its tip at the top end of the magazine.
- Use the index finger to guide the magazine to the gun
hand.
- Lower the gun hand elbow (not the gun), to rotate the
grip bottom towards the other hand.
- When the charged magazine is ready for insertion, operate
the magazine release and flick the wrist out and back if
needed to eject the empty magazine.
- Use the index finger to guide the charged magazine into
the hole in the grip, and press it home with the palm of
the hand.
Tactical Reload Steps - It is usual made when gun is not
empty.
- Withdraw a charged magazine and hold it between the index
and middle fingers like a cigarette.
- As that hand nears the gun, drop the gun hand elbow.
- As the hand with the charged magazine reaches the gun,
activate the magazine release.
- Withdraw the partially used magazine with the thumb and
index finger.
- Insert the charged magazine and press it home in one
flowing movement.
- The partially charged (old), magazine which be top heavy
from the remaining bullets at its top, will fall sideways
into the palm of the hand.
- Secure it.
As with most things, practice will improve performance and
allow the Operator to minimize off target time.
The C.A.R. System Learning Curve:
The C.A.R. system learning curve is very short. There is
immediate improvement in weapon retention, a great
reduction in recoil, and Operators find that they can make
multiple COM hits on targets while on the move and shooting
very rapidly.
In a recent session for 30 FBI Violent Crimes task force
Agents and Officers, 4 rounds of 00 from a shotgun were
placed onto 2 targets set 10 feet apart in under 1 second.
In January 2002, in a basic class in King County, WA, every
student put four rounds on center of target in under 1 sec.
Many put five rounds on target in under one-second using
standard Glock 40 pistols.
Q. Why is there a need for this or systems similar to it
at this time?
A. Police casualty rates have not gone down in ten years.
A. Over 90% of handgun confrontations occur under 7 yards.
A. CQB shooting accuracy is under 20%.
In short, tradition shooting methods which utilize the
weaver or the isosceles stances, are not getting the job
done.
Here is what "GF" Fmr. SEAL 'Team 3 point/Sniper' said
about the system: "The C.A.R. system is the first training
system I have experienced that has truly been designed
around the idea the Operators must train for Gun Fights.
Unlike conventional systems that have evolved into training
Operators to address paper targets, from a static line
position."
"Paul Castle has recognized what all true Operators know in
their heart's to be true. The systems we have been taught
(isosceles and weaver), are fairly effective in a range
environment, but, have been proven IN BLOOD to be wholly
ineffective in real gunfights."
Paul Castle, the developer of the C.A.R. system, has had a
distinguished career in Law Enforcement and training in
Europe and America. His resume is both impressive and
lengthy. More information on Paul, and the C.A.R. system
is available on his web site.
The C.A.R. system was developed over several years in
response to, and as a means of dealing positively with the
realities faced by Operators today.
The information presented here, is just a brief intro to
the basics of his system. The Course material is
extensive, thorough, and includes instruction and action
video tapes.
There are several core skill modules or components which
are in turn supported by 20 additional programs designed
for specialized areas, such as Counter Drug, Counter
Terrorism, Bio Hazard Environments, and Active - Shooter
scenarios.
What do you guys think?
Riiight.