Cowgirl Corner: some rifle, some revolver

[220]

Really, when you think about it, what real world difference does it make for most of us whether our gun shoots even a half inch difference in group size, one way or the other at 100 yards or even at 50 yards, for that matter?

In the real world none but the internet demands the smallest groups possible.
I reassessed how I develop my load a while back, like most shooter I was always after the smallest group possible. Now before I load anything I look at what it will be used for, what accuracy I really need and once I have found a load that is fit for my purpose I'm done.

Still bragging size groups are fun and when you find a rifle that does this at 500y with factory ammo

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[North Country Gal]

I try to just enjoy the outing, and step back into time with my rifle or revolver. Tight groups are a bonus, but really? If I can put 50 rounds inside an 8" circle at 50 yds, that's a pretty darn good day. Who cares if they all touch? Whatever that critter was, it's toast.

I just love old cowboy guns and the experience of owning & shooting them.

Well said, RR. That love of shooting and stepping back in time really comes out in your posts. As good as it gets in reports, as far as I'm concerned.

[North Country Gal]

220, yeah, I would be doing one of my famous/infamous happy dances if I could shoot a group like that. Those are the ones that help keep us coming back to try for more. Outstanding!

[PT7]

500y = a good point for "bragging."
Definitely some cool shooting!

[220]

Son actually shot that group, only 12x scope on the rifle so he couldn't see his shots. I was watching through spotting scope and he called the 3rd shot high. It was but I wouldn't say it was a bad shot.
Rifle is stock standard Vanguard in 240wby, it has really surprised us with how well it shoots. While no doubt there was a bit of luck in that group it consistently shoots less than 1" @ 100y and often half that.

[Sir Henry]

When you have a rifle that can give you small groups it is fun to shoot for small groups. Only on a few occasions have I been able to get a tight group with my Henry, relative to a CZ, and just plinking away is more fun.

[BrokenolMarine]

Now that I don't shoot competition any more, some of you might remember pics of my range with the steel targets. I'll use cardboard to sight in, but steel is much more fun. The wife was going to toss her old frying pans... they ended up swinging from an old real estate sign frame on the berm.
They ring when you hit them.