PREVAIL Guardian Assessment

Guardian PREVAIL Assessment

 

The Guardian PREVAIL Assessment is a rigorous test of concealed carry readiness that measures a shooter’s ability to perform under strict standards of accuracy, time, and weapon handling. It is designed to simulate high-stress, real-world encounters where only precision, efficiency, and decisive action lead to success.

Core Principles

Pass/Fail Evaluation – A perfect target score is required. Every round must land within the designated scoring zones.

Time-Driven Performance – Every standard is performed under strict time limits, ensuring students can operate under pressure.

Realistic Malfunction Clearing – Students must demonstrate the ability to diagnose and clear Type 1, Type 2, and Type 3 malfunctions within par times.

Levels of Achievement – Students progress through color-coded levels (Tan, Gray, Green, Brown, and Black) with increasing demands on start position, movement, and accuracy.

Shooting Standards

Close-Range Precision: Head and upper chest shots from 3–15 yards under timed conditions.

3+3 Drill: Fire 3 rounds, perform a slide-lock reload, and fire 3 more rounds within 8 seconds.

Movement Requirements: Depending on level, shooters must incorporate lateral steps and holstered draws.

Non-Shooting Standards

Malfunction Clearances:

Type 1 (Failure to Fire) – 1.4 seconds

Type 2 (Failure to Eject) – 1.6 seconds

Type 3 (Failure to Extract) – 6.5 seconds

Shooters must successfully complete all shooting and non-shooting standards to pass.

Advancement

Shooters may attempt multiple levels in one day (except Black). Success at one level qualifies them to attempt the next, either the same day or at a later date.

The Mindset

To PREVAIL means more than hitting the target—it means demonstrating composure, skill, and readiness when it matters most. This assessment is not simply a qualification; it is a proving ground where you either PREVAIL… or you do not

Guardian PREVAIL Shooting Standards
Tan – Brown

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3+3 Drill

7 Yards: Fire 3 rounds to the chest → slide-lock reload → fire 3 more rounds to the chest.

Par Time: 8 seconds

Non-Shooting Standards (Malfunction Clearances)

Type 1 (Failure to Fire): 1.4 sec

Type 2 (Failure to Eject): 1.6 sec

Type 3 (Failure to Extract): 6.5 sec

 

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PREVAIL Assessment Levels

Each level of the PREVAIL Assessment represents an increased demand on starting position, movement, and precision under pressure. The shooting distances, round counts, and time limits remain the same across levels — the difference is in how you start, move, and manage your weapon.

WHITE Level (Entry Level)

Requirements:

The participant must show the ability to perform a safety check (unload & clear), load, unload, and press check of handgun.

Shooting Standards:

3 Shots at 3 Yards in a 3 Inch Circle,

Purpose: Establishes a baseline of firearms safety, handling, and marksmanship

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TAN Level

Start Position: Low Ready or High Compressed Ready.

Requirements:

Slide lock required in the 3+3 drill.

4 attempts to successfully complete 1 non-shooting standard.

Purpose: Establishes a baseline of readiness for shooters beginning the PREVAIL program.

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GRAY Level

Start Position: Strong-side holstered, ready position.

Requirements:

Slide lock required in the 3+3 drill.

3 attempts to successfully complete 1 non-shooting standard.

Purpose: Tests holster draw proficiency and controlled execution under time.

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GREEN Level

Start Position: Holstered, with mandatory lateral step as pistol is presented.

Requirements:

Slide lock required in the 3+3 drill.

Another lateral step required during reload.

2 attempts to successfully complete 1 non-shooting standard.

Purpose: Introduces movement under fire to simulate defensive tactics in a real-world encounter.

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BROWN Level

Start Position: Concealed carry draw (holstered, concealed). Lateral step required.

Requirements:

Wrist may be crossed in front when drawing.

Appendix holsters permitted (if approved by the range).

Slide lock required in the 3+3 drill.

Another lateral movement required during reload.

1 attempt to successfully complete 1 non-shooting standard.

Purpose: The true concealed carry standard — integrating realistic concealed carry draw and defensive movement.

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BLACK Level (Highest Tier – Invite Only)

Not included in the test-day progression (cannot be tested for multiple levels in a single day).

Details are reserved for advanced shooters who have successfully PREVAILED at all lower levels.

Purpose: Represents the pinnacle of performance, efficiency, and combat mindset under stress.

The Black Level Award

Achieving Black Level in the Guardian PREVAIL Assessment is the pinnacle of performance. It represents mastery of accuracy, speed, decision-making, and composure under pressure. Few will attempt it — fewer still will prevail.

Those who successfully complete Black Level earn more than recognition. They are awarded:

The Guardian PREVAIL Black Patch – a visible symbol of elite achievement.

A Numbered Guardian PREVAIL Coin – each coin is serialized, representing permanent entry into the ranks of Guardian Pistol Masters.

The coin bears the inscription: “Performance on Demand”, reminding every holder that skill alone is not enough — the true measure of mastery is the ability to perform flawlessly, the first time, when it matters most.

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✅ At every level, all shots must be within the designated scoring zones and all standards (shooting and non-shooting) must be passed. If you prevail at one level, you may attempt the next either the same day or later.

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PREVAIL Guardian Black Coin Holders

001 – Josh Logan
002 – Vacant
003 – Vacant
003 – Vacant
004 – Vacant
005 – Vacant
006 – Vacant
007 – Vacant
008 – Vacant
009 – Vacant
010 – Vacant