Tactical Truths: The Hard Lessons Most Shooters Ignore
At Redback One, we don’t train for the predictable; we prepare you for real-world scenarios. Whether you're military, law enforcement, or an armed civilian, your skills must go beyond theory. We emphasize realistic training, smart shooting, force-on-force exercises, and proper use of cover. Gear alone won’t save you. Situational awareness and decision-making are key. Our training pushes you to perform under pressure, ensuring you're truly prepared for any situation.
OPERATOR READINESS TEST - ORT
The Operator Readiness Test (ORT) is a comprehensive assessment designed to evaluate combat shooting skills. It tests engagement speed, accuracy, and weapon handling in close quarters combat. Participants must complete the test under a 20-second time limit, firing from 7 yards. The ORT incorporates realistic drills, including the use of pistol and carbine in various scenarios. The test is not a training drill but a benchmark for evaluating proficiency in combat shooting skills.
Weapons Handling & the Application of the AR15 Safety Lever
The application of the safety lever in combat varies across units and environments. In special operations, the safety is typically kept on "safe" until a threat is identified, with exceptions depending on proximity and mission. During close combat or urban operations, weapons may remain on "safe" for flexibility, but some units modify procedures for quicker response, carrying weapons de-cocked and on fire. These protocols prioritize mission success over rigid safety rules.
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Pistol Mounted RDS for Duty & Service Use...is this the future?
Red dot sights (RDS) on pistols have been used for over 20 years, mainly in competitions. While offering benefits like fast sight acquisition and night vision compatibility, RDS has drawbacks such as battery life, electronic failures, and zero-shift. Military needs demand optics that are rugged, waterproof, and adaptable to extreme conditions. Despite advantages, the flaws of RDS make them niche tools, unlikely to replace traditional sights for most personnel anytime soon.
Failure of Gun Control, an Australian Perspective
Australia does not have a Bill of Rights, so the legislatures have more say than America’s over many issues of individual rights, and the courts have less control. Also, Australian’s have no constitutional right to bear arms. This is because the British granted Australia nationhood peacefully where as the United States had to fight for it and ratify its own Constitution with amendments to protect democracy and prevent tyranny and oppression.
The Redback One Shooting System: The High Mounted Optic
The Redback One methodology for mounting a combat optic on a high riser block offers several benefits. It reduces neck and eye muscle fatigue, improves shooting posture, and enhances sight acquisition speed. A higher mount also aids night vision and gas mask use by keeping the head in a neutral position. While concerns about recoil management and mechanical offset exist, proper training addresses these issues, making the high riser optic mount advantageous in tactical operations.
Redback One on Zeroing and Accuracy
To adjust elevation using the factory M4 iron sights, rotate the front sight using a sight adjustment tool, multi tool or the tip of a bullet. To bring the point of impact up, follow the arrow markings on the front sight base. Up will be clock-wise and down counter clock-wise. Each indent or click on the front sight will move the Point Of Impact or (POI) by 1-inch at 100-meters.
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