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Didn't do so bad.
« on: December 09, 2011, 11:47:30 AM »
Mentioned earlier that Strings is usually right about some things.  He said I would do fine my first time shooting and said to post the result.  So here it is.  First time on a range with a .22.  Strings, if I got the caliber wrong, I'm sorry.

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u126/BACAStrings/1323448406.jpg

And yes, he created a small monster; can't wait to get back out there.
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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #1 on: December 09, 2011, 11:51:58 AM »
Good shooting.

At what distance were you shooting.

Glad you are a convert.

Now the fun begins trying to decide what you want to buy that you can't afford.

It is an obsession.
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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #2 on: December 09, 2011, 11:56:38 AM »
He created a perfectionist monster.  I saw the flaws and am disappointed but will do better next time. 
Distance was ten yards?
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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #3 on: December 09, 2011, 11:58:38 AM »
That is a good job for the first time and a good distance to shoot at.

It is all fundimentals and practice.  It is a perishable skill.
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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #4 on: December 09, 2011, 12:08:27 PM »
Yep.  Practice, practice and more practice.  Hope to try a litter further distance next time.
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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #5 on: December 09, 2011, 12:13:06 PM »
If you are shooting a pistol that is the perfect distance.  Most self defense type shootings take place at that distance or less.
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« Reply #6 on: December 09, 2011, 12:18:52 PM »
It was Strings' pistol he allowed me to use.
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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #7 on: December 09, 2011, 12:23:40 PM »
For pistol I would stay right around that 10 yard mark.
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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #8 on: December 09, 2011, 12:25:13 PM »
Okies.  Thanks for the input.  :)
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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #9 on: December 09, 2011, 02:43:59 PM »
The secret is the squeeze  =)
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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #10 on: December 09, 2011, 04:20:31 PM »
Good shooting.

Question - what are the big holes from?  Who put them there?

Comment - relax and take your time when shooting.  Take time to figure out what you just did and if you are happy with it how to do it again, or if you are not happy with it how to make it better next time.  There's no need to empty the gun before you put it down to look, or to relax/rest, or to stop for time to think.

More important comment - make Strings teach you how to buy ammo, and then make him take you out shooting again.  Then make him teach you how to go shooting with folks who are not Strings.  The more range buddies you have the more often you can go shooting. =D

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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #11 on: December 09, 2011, 04:25:39 PM »
^^^^^^^^^

This
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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #12 on: December 09, 2011, 05:50:07 PM »
That is an excellent pistol target from your first time out.
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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #13 on: December 09, 2011, 06:11:47 PM »
What have you got against paper men?
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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #14 on: December 09, 2011, 06:14:30 PM »
Quote from: fistful on December 09, 2011, 06:11:47 PM
What have you got against paper men?

You want to be her target?
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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #15 on: December 09, 2011, 06:49:49 PM »
Quote from: wmenorr67 on December 09, 2011, 06:14:30 PM
You want to be her target?

He can be my target!  >:D

Good job, terp!

Its all about practice, and getting into the flow. There is no such thing as a perfect shot, but you can get pretty darn close. Just take each one at time and have fun.

The nice thing about shooting, when your starting out, is its one of those sports where you can literely see yourself get better each time.

Next thing you know you'll be bugging strings to shoot whatever monsters he has lying about.  =D

And then you'll be buying one you yourself, and then another, and then another...

Wait, you sure you want to get into this?  :lol:
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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #16 on: December 09, 2011, 08:49:43 PM »
Yes, it was 10 yards...

>Question - what are the big holes from?  Who put them there?<

Guy a couple lanes over let her try his .40...

>Comment - relax and take your time when shooting.  Take time to figure out what you just did and if you are happy with it how to do it again, or if you are not happy with it how to make it better next time.  There's no need to empty the gun before you put it down to look, or to relax/rest, or to stop for time to think.<

She's got a little way to go with that, but she certainly didn't spray 'n' pray

>More important comment - make Strings teach you how to buy ammo<

She bought her own ammo this time!

>make him take you out shooting again<

Oh, I have no doubt that this is going to be a regular activity...

>Then make him teach you how to go shooting with folks who are not Strings.  The more range buddies you have the more often you can go shooting.<

Planning on a range trip with Rev, Bedlamite, and Spoon...

>Next thing you know you'll be bugging strings to shoot whatever monsters he has lying about<

SO leaving that alone! >:D

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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #17 on: December 10, 2011, 12:13:10 AM »
>Next thing you know you'll be bugging strings to shoot whatever monsters he has lying about<

SO leaving that alone!

Do I even wanna know????
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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #18 on: December 10, 2011, 02:48:30 AM »
Oh I don't know, darlin'... what "monsters" might I have "just laying about" that you would have an interest in "shooting"?

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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #19 on: December 10, 2011, 03:15:08 AM »
Strings, are ya' trying to encourage her or scare her off? STFU!

Terps, you're doing a grand job of it! Word of advice? Listen to what ALL the guys have to say (and they ALL have advice for you, believe me), but do what FEELS right to you - right up until you take a professional level course and are told the right way to do things. And I'd try to find a female instructor who has hands-on experience - and do check her credentials, anyone here can tell you how to do that - to spend time with you. You can do this. You have a whole pack of supporters, right here.
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« Reply #20 on: December 10, 2011, 07:24:41 AM »
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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #21 on: December 10, 2011, 07:27:38 AM »
Quote from: bluestarlizzard on December 10, 2011, 07:24:41 AM
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Pervs, the lot of you. All pervs.

You say that like it is a bad thing.
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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #22 on: December 10, 2011, 08:20:09 AM »
Quote from: bluestarlizzard on December 10, 2011, 07:24:41 AM
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Pervs, the lot of you. All pervs.

What are we doing that qualifies us as pervs.  We are giving a noob pointers as we would any other noob.
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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #23 on: December 10, 2011, 08:46:59 AM »
I find it hard to believe that nobody has suggested http://corneredcat.com/ yet!

Terps, go there.  Read.  Trust me on this.

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Re: Didn't do so bad.
« Reply #24 on: December 10, 2011, 10:34:39 AM »
Welcome to the shooting family!.....

Now, go buy your own .22lr pistol....everyone should own at least one....they're like the Lays Potato Chips of handguns....  =D


Quote from: Doggy Daddy on December 10, 2011, 08:46:59 AM
I find it hard to believe that nobody has suggested http://corneredcat.com/ yet!

Heartily seconded.....that, and Breda's site.....

http://www.thebredafallacy.com/
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