Axe Posted March 4, 2005 Report Share Posted March 4, 2005 (edited) After plinkin' with freinds last night, I noticed that I was getting better target hits and grouping if I took the shot quickly. This was also coupled with taking fewer shots at the 'ockey' so to speak. So, I thought i'd post this to see what other people prefer. Do you take aim and shoot quickly or take your time and risk the critter getting away? Happy hunting. Axe. Edited March 4, 2005 by Axemaniac Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devilishdave Posted March 4, 2005 Report Share Posted March 4, 2005 Might be an indication that the gun is a little heavy for you if you cant hold it on target and maintain standards of accuracy. but if it works for you then it is the way forward for you! Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Axe Posted March 4, 2005 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2005 The Rifle i'm using is quite light and infact I seem to shoot alot better with my mates much heavier HW77. I hear you thinking well why dont you go and buy an HW77, well I am considering it as we speak, that or an Air Arms TX200. Just wanted to see how others prefer to shoot, thanks anyway. Axe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rb5037 Posted March 4, 2005 Report Share Posted March 4, 2005 I know you're talking about rifle shots but it's sometimes the same with shotgun shots. If i take a quick shot i.e. see bird, mount gun and shoot i seem to be more on target then if i think about the shot i.e. see bird, mount gun, take time and think "shoot just infront and below" then shoot. Don't think i'm making sense. What i'm trying to say is, if you think too much you can fluff the shot, rather than doing by your instinks (sp). Just my 2 pence worth Adam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Axe Posted March 4, 2005 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2005 Thanks Adam, I know where your coming from. The principal is the same no matter what your aiming with. Perhaps I should have mentioned that these were all free standing shots and not poised up against a steady rest, where I think I would take the time to perfect the shot. Thanks for the Post. Regards, Axe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 of 5 Posted March 4, 2005 Report Share Posted March 4, 2005 Always consider and take my time. If the quarry runs then so be it. Snap shooting is fine for a shotgun and often very necessary but not for a rifle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNAKEBITE Posted March 4, 2005 Report Share Posted March 4, 2005 It took me a while to get to grips with the "snap shooting" last night. However it was hard work with the "calculated shots"! ............ MUST REMEMBER TO BREATHE !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Axe Posted March 4, 2005 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2005 (edited) It was a general conversation that we had over the time it takes to pull the trigger. I agree that accuracy has to be the main objective rather than waste a blundered shot. In every shot I take I normally come up to the target with a slow and gradual movement then pull the trigger when the cross hair reaches the desired objective. Whereas, others may be seen to hold position on the target to ensure the perfect despatch. Thanks 1 of 5 regards axe Edited March 4, 2005 by Axemaniac Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sergeant Posted March 4, 2005 Report Share Posted March 4, 2005 Having done quite a bit of snap with the military I find that the longer I wait the more the sights start to waver. If i take a quick shot then usually I am more accurate. This is only my experience with full boar rifles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ady Posted March 4, 2005 Report Share Posted March 4, 2005 snap shooting seems to be easier for me too.works so i dont worry bout hitting em only if they live to run away Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lurcherboy Posted March 4, 2005 Report Share Posted March 4, 2005 I can hit more pigeons than clays but only if they come in quick and its snapshots, Gawd knows why?:o? LB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rb5037 Posted March 4, 2005 Report Share Posted March 4, 2005 I can hit more pigeons than clays but only if they come in quick and its snapshots, Gawd knows why??:D LB :o I think, if you think too much about the shot you miss. Going on instinked (sp) a quick shot without thinking often pays off (Thinking about where to aim not the safety,,,, you know what i mean) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the last engineer Posted March 5, 2005 Report Share Posted March 5, 2005 personaly I think your all thinking this thinking thing through thoroughly thoughtlessly therefore thinking the thoughts im thinking now i think im going to the bar i gota eadache :*) :o sorry couldna help it Martin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devilishdave Posted March 5, 2005 Report Share Posted March 5, 2005 (edited) Target shooters will take up to 90 seconds per shot getting alignment and getting their breathing correct before squeezing the triger for anoother perfect bull. The HW77 would be an excelent choice of rifle in the right hands it will easily out shoot a PCP in the hands of an average shot. My preferd technique with air rifles rim fire and full bore alike is;bring the gun up to the target breathe out (dont hold breath for more than 6 seconds or you will reduce oxegenated blood flow to the brain and impair vision) make slight adjustments to get the Point Of Aim (POA) exactly whare I want it, then squeeze the triger. Follow threw the shot by continuing to look threw the sights. the gun wil jump, if it comes back to whare you were aiming you have probably pulled of the perfect shot. If the gun does not come back to whare you were aiming you snatched the trigger, moved position or did not have a stable firing position. Dave Edited March 5, 2005 by Devilishdave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sergeant Posted March 5, 2005 Report Share Posted March 5, 2005 Very true. if you get the time it is possible to adjust and test your position before you start shooting. I can get some very good groups unsupported without a scope at 25yds. somthing else to try is a sling, when i tried it I seemed to become much more stable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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