Rangemaster’s February 2026 Drill of the Month, 3/2/1 at 6, is a masterclass in compressed, high-stakes defensive pistol work that every concealed carrier should etch into their training regimen. From a holstered draw at just 6 yards—real-world knife range—you rip 3 rounds into an 8-inch chest circle for center-mass stops, transition to 2 precise head shots for those failure-to-stop scenarios, and cap it with a single finisher to the zero circle hovering above the shoulder, mimicking a pelvic or high-center disruption shot. Run it three times for 18 rounds total, and suddenly you’re not just punching paper; you’re simulating the chaos of a close-quarters ambush where seconds and accuracy mean survival. This isn’t some arbitrary sequence—it’s a nod to the Tueller Drill’s brutal reality (21 feet is plenty for lethality), refined for modern carry optics and red dots that demand flawless transitions under duress.
What makes 3/2/1 at 6 a 2A powerhouse is its unapologetic focus on the concealed draw, the great equalizer for everyday defenders who aren’t competing in IDPA but prepping for the streets. In an era of ballooning urban crime stats—FBI data shows violent encounters skewing closer than ever—this drill exposes the chasm between range heroes and real-world operators. Nail par times under 6 seconds per string (elite shooters hover around 4-5), and you’re building neural pathways for Mozambique Drill precision without the luxury of a timer reset. For the community, it’s a rallying cry: ammo’s cheap compared to caskets, and with anti-gunner pushes for assault weapon bans ignoring handgun realities, drills like this arm us with proficiency that no legislation can confiscate. Implications? It democratizes elite training—print the target, hit your local range, and join the ranks turning shall-issue permits into actual force multipliers.
Pro tip for optimization: dry-fire the draw 100 times nightly to groove that first-shot break, then live-fire with your EDC loadout (hello, 9mm duty kings like the Sig P365 or Glock 19). Rangemaster’s dropping gold here—subscribe, shoot it, share your splits on X with #321at6, and watch the 2A echo chamber light up with proof that skills trump scarcity mindsets every time. Your future self, facing that shadow in the parking lot, will thank you.
