Pistol Marksmanship: the M9 Service Pistol

At a glance..

This is one of the most comprehensive training handbooks on pistol marksmanship for the M9 Service Pistol. Included in this manual is an overview of the M9, weapon handling, fundamentals of pistol marksmanship, pistol firing positions and grip, use of cover and concealment, presentation of the M9 service pistol, pistol engagement techniques, one handed techniques, advanced techniques and low light/darkness techniques.

The details..

MCRP 3-01B: Pistol Marksmanship is an essential reference guide for all U.S. Marines armed with a 9mm service pistol (the M9). It provides detailed instructions on how to use this weapon safely and effectively during range and field firing exercises.

The book covers topics such as functional capabilities of the M9; its nomenclature, major components and safety features; cycle of operation; ammunition types; wearing gear associated with it (e.g., holsters); preventive maintenance requirements; disassembly/reassembly steps; user serviceability inspection guidelines.

In addition to these technical aspects, readers will also find information about weapons handling safety rules and commands used when loading/unloading the gun or filling up magazines etc.. The publication also includes details on maintaining weapons in adverse conditions like amphibious operations.

Overall, this manual serves as an invaluable resource that helps equip Marines with knowledge they need to become proficient at using their firearms while protecting themselves from danger without escalating violence or causing unnecessary collateral damage.

This publication supersedes FMFM 0-8 Basic Marksmanship which discussed pistol marksmanship.