BHPshooter
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I just got back from a little trip to the range. While very relaxing, which was the main reason I go, I can't help but be a little concerned about my groups. Now, I realize that I'm a beginner, and I know that I've improved a lot, but I guess this just frustrates me.
I was shooting with my FEG PJK-FP9, which is a Hi Power clone that has had trigger work. The trigger on this one is about twice as light (or half as heavy ) as my BHP. I didn't do as well as I have done the last time out with my BHP, so I figure, okay, I'll try the FEG and maybe do better... not so.
I would do okay, but there are a few things that limit my shooting ability:
I was shooting with my FEG PJK-FP9, which is a Hi Power clone that has had trigger work. The trigger on this one is about twice as light (or half as heavy ) as my BHP. I didn't do as well as I have done the last time out with my BHP, so I figure, okay, I'll try the FEG and maybe do better... not so.
I would do okay, but there are a few things that limit my shooting ability:
- I have "essential palsic tremor."
- Most of the time when I go shooting, I get excited enough to hyperventhilate and "get shaky."
- I need to practice trigger control more.
- For the first little bit, I'm okay. But then I start to flinch. I usually counter this by loading a snap-cap and dry-firing until I am following up properly again.
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I generally shoot 5- or 10-shot strings since my ammo budget has gone down recently. I can usually get the first two where I want them, but on round 3 or 4, I tend to pull, or flinch, or... I think you get the idea.
So, are there any pointers that anyone could give me? Is it just another case of practice, practice, practice? I'd appreciate any advice you may care to give.
Cheers,
Wes
P.S. I was shooting at about 25 feet.