storsey Posted January 18, 2014 Report Share Posted January 18, 2014 Morning chaps .... Right got my licence , got my gun , got some cartridges . ....I'm taking my self clay pigeon shooting next week ... I've been a couple of times but to be honest I'm pretty useless .. Is it worth having a few lessons or shall I just persevere by my self Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goo1 Posted January 18, 2014 Report Share Posted January 18, 2014 Have a couple of lessons, where are you Gordon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
storsey Posted January 18, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 18, 2014 I live in kent near Bromley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted January 18, 2014 Report Share Posted January 18, 2014 Definitely worth some lessons to stop bad habbits forming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sitsinhedges Posted January 18, 2014 Report Share Posted January 18, 2014 I would be more concerned with safety initially so a lesson or at least a member of staff to show you how to behave safely whilst shooting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aris Posted January 18, 2014 Report Share Posted January 18, 2014 I would be more concerned with safety initially so a lesson or at least a member of staff to show you how to behave safely whilst shooting. Very important to learn the correct shooting etiquette which basically all boils down to safety. Best way to do that is with a couple of lessons. I joined a shooting ground as a member and they included several lessons with my membership. The most important thing I learned was how to safely handle a shotgun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted January 18, 2014 Report Share Posted January 18, 2014 Very important to learn the correct shooting etiquette which basically all boils down to safety. Best way to do that is with a couple of lessons. I joined a shooting ground as a member and they included several lessons with my membership. The most important thing I learned was how to safely handle a shotgun. Funny isn't it how most grounds don't even ask to see an SGC. I would let the ground know that you are a novice and don't be afraid to ask any questions like what to do if there is a click and no bang etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aris Posted January 18, 2014 Report Share Posted January 18, 2014 Funny isn't it how most grounds don't even ask to see an SGC. I would let the ground know that you are a novice and don't be afraid to ask any questions like what to do if there is a click and no bang etc Well the ground I mentioned was AC Sporting Targets in Nortwood, near London. They are right next door to the posh West London Shooting School. AC won't even let you shoot unless they have seen your SGC, logged your details into their computer system, and then assessed you on the range. If they are satisfied (and from what i've seen even experienced shots have to be given a pointer or two on safety), then they mark you as 'safe' on their computer system so next time you come you you don't need an assessment again. Other places (I won't name names) just want to see your SGC (sometimes don't ask - perhaps they remember you from last time?), and even let you bring a non SCG-holding mate along to shoot with you. Not necessarily a bad thing - but i'm wondering how they can guarantee anyone shooting on their premises is a safe shot. What I can say is that I learned a lot about safety at AC - the instructors there give a right stern talking down to if you break the rules. Believe me - you remember that and never do it again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted January 18, 2014 Report Share Posted January 18, 2014 Never had it checked, in fact at one ground they said about my none SGC holding cousin " he will have to shoot on your liscence and you'll have to be responsible for him" I had checked previously they had an 11:6, seemed a bit odd at the time, but didn't argue... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveyb Posted January 19, 2014 Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 Definitely advise some lessons, you will save a fortune in wasted cartridges in the long run lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bostonmick Posted January 19, 2014 Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 have a few lessons that way you should find the pleasure of hitting clays a little quicker then once you have the basics under your belt go and enjoy yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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