Thread: head games

When I was 16 I brought a 12 gauge hammer gun. One of dads mates said put the butt against your thigh and fire it first to see if it's safe.
I let rip with both barrels and have never forgotten it.

Teaching or learning good technique is important.

When my son started target shooting I had him start with a 223 so he didn't develop a flinch.
(He was a skinny 14 year old.)
After a season with the 223 he progressed to a 308 and has never looked back.

We've introduced a number of people to shooting on the range over the last couple of years.
Teaching them how to properly hold and aim the rifle distracts them from thinking about the recoil.
They typically leave with a big smile and are now supporters of shooting sports/disciplines.

lol I went hunting with my stepfather when I was 14 and he gave me a shot with a 12G side by side. Of course he never said how to stand or to pull it in hard against my shoulder, so standing with my feet spread I pointed the gun out the front and pulled both triggers. Went flat on my back and had a bruise on my shoulder for 6 weeks. Put me off shotguns for decades.

Originally Posted by Brian

When I was 16 I brought a 12 gauge hammer gun. One of dads mates said put the butt against your thigh and fire it first to see if it's safe.
I let rip with both barrels and have never forgotten it.