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Second time in two years... BBB at the range
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Second time in two years... BBB at the range
The last time I fired my Big Boy was last February. The time before that was January 2017.
Today, I took it to the indoor range and shot 50 rounds of hand loads (13.9 gr of H110 and 158 gr. JHP ZERO bullets), off hand, standing, at 25 yards.
I had the range to myself and I absolutely enjoyed shooting again, though my back was aching the whole while and by the time I fired 25 rounds, my left arm started to shake and, before the final ten shots, it was like a willow in the wind. Regardless, I was not unhappy with the target, given my lack of recent experience, weak arms, and sore back. Two rounds were two inches off the paper, the rest are here to see.
I hope to do it again real soon to get better and build a bit of stamina, which I'm sure will follow.
Today, I took it to the indoor range and shot 50 rounds of hand loads (13.9 gr of H110 and 158 gr. JHP ZERO bullets), off hand, standing, at 25 yards.
I had the range to myself and I absolutely enjoyed shooting again, though my back was aching the whole while and by the time I fired 25 rounds, my left arm started to shake and, before the final ten shots, it was like a willow in the wind. Regardless, I was not unhappy with the target, given my lack of recent experience, weak arms, and sore back. Two rounds were two inches off the paper, the rest are here to see.
I hope to do it again real soon to get better and build a bit of stamina, which I'm sure will follow.
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Re: Second time in two years... BBB at the range
Third time is the charm, CT_Shooter…..yeah! Good job, and great POIs after such a long hiatus.
The willow in the wind will fade, and after looking at today's target, you'll be up to snuff before you know it.
Of course, the best is when you said you "absolutely enjoyed shooting again." So glad to hear that.
Take good care.
PT7
The willow in the wind will fade, and after looking at today's target, you'll be up to snuff before you know it.
Of course, the best is when you said you "absolutely enjoyed shooting again." So glad to hear that.
Take good care.
PT7
CT_Shooter wrote:The last time I fired my Big Boy was last February. The time before that was January 2017.
Today, I took it to the indoor range and shot 50 rounds of hand loads (13.9 gr of H110 and 158 gr. JHP ZERO bullets), off hand, standing, at 25 yards.
I had the range to myself and I absolutely enjoyed shooting again, though my back was aching the whole while and by the time I fired 25 rounds, my left arm started to shake and before the final ten shots, it was like a willow in the wind. Regardless, I was not unhappy with the target, given my lack of recent experience, weak arms, and sore back. Two rounds were two inches off the paper, the rest are here to see.
I hope to do it again real soon to get better and build a bit of stamina, which I'm sure will follow.
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Re: Second time in two years... BBB at the range
Yes, practice makes perfect. But, having fun is the main thing. Without fun, it more like work, and work is no fun. Where there is no fun, an end is sought. So, keep having fun, and your goal is in sight. No, I am not a poet. But, that is alright. I will keep practicing.
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Re: Second time in two years... BBB at the range
"He's back in the saddle again..."
Good shooting CT. Great to see a range report.
Good shooting CT. Great to see a range report.
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Re: Second time in two years... BBB at the range
I love it when I have the range all to myself! Glad you had a great outing.
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Re: Second time in two years... BBB at the range
Great shooting and glad you got back out there with a vengeance! Very nice! Thank you for sharing and keep us posted!
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Re: Second time in two years... BBB at the range
CT, I am so happy to hear you got out for some shooting. Really makes my day. Good for you.
As for the targets the others have said, if you had a good time, it's a good target. You're so right about stamina when it comes to offhand shooting, too. Takes a lot of shooting to build up the strength needed to shoot in that position for any length of time. Off to a good start, though, so get back out there and shoot some more.
As for the targets the others have said, if you had a good time, it's a good target. You're so right about stamina when it comes to offhand shooting, too. Takes a lot of shooting to build up the strength needed to shoot in that position for any length of time. Off to a good start, though, so get back out there and shoot some more.
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Re: Second time in two years... BBB at the range
well done indeed .... you and RR would make a tough team to contend with ...
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Re: Second time in two years... BBB at the range
Good target for offhand shooting. That BBB is a heavy rifle.
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Re: Second time in two years... BBB at the range
Glad to hear you got out. I know the 'willow arm weaving' well too.
Good hits on the target.
Good hits on the target.
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