Dated 30 May 2017 (with Change 2 dated Jan 2020)

Includes the Fort Moore Supplement to TC 3-23.35,  This Pistol Gold Book Supplemental is intended to expound upon the information found in TC 3-23-5.

The Supplemental information has been provided by United States Army Marksmanship Unit and has been approved for release by United States Army Infantry School.

TC 3-23.35 Pistol, provides the framework and techniques for conducting pistol training; the components and cycle of function for the M9 service pistol; its characteristics, equipment, and ammunition; and covers the functional elements of the shot process that are essential to build Soldier proficiency with their service pistol. It serves as an authoritative reference for personnel developing institutional, installation, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for pistol training and qualification.

TC 3-23.35 applies to the Active Army, Army National Guard/Army National Guard of the United States and United States Army Reserve unless otherwise stated.

Introduction

This manual is comprised of nine chapters and five appendices, and is specifically tailored to the individual Soldier’s use of the M9 service pistol. This TC provides specific information about the weapon, aiming devices, attachments, followed by sequential chapters on the tactical employment of the weapon system.

Chapters 1 through 4 describe safety, operation, types of sights, and accessories associated with the M9 service pistol. General information is provided in the chapters of the manual, with more advanced information placed in appendix A, Ammunition, and appendix B, Ballistics.

Chapters 5 through 9 provide the employment, stability, aiming, control and movement information. This portion focuses on the Solider skills needed to produce well aimed shots. Advanced engagement concepts are provided in appendix C of this publication. Appendix D of this publication provides common tactical drills that are used in training and combat that directly support tactical engagements. Appendix E of this publication provides information about qualificaton.

TC 3-23.35 applies to all Soldiers, regardless of experience or position. This publication is designed specifically for the Soldier’s use on the range during training, and as a reference while deployed.

This book is a "mini" (7 1/4 inches high by 5 1/2 inches wide) size - A popular size to carry anywhere (briefcase, large pocket, purse) but the print is large enough for easy reading.  The binding is with coil, allowing easy flipping of pages without jamming.

(We also have this book in "BIG" size (the size of a regular sheet of paper) on this website.

The color covers are laminated for weather protection with Full COLOR inside printing.