On Target

I scored 174 out of a possible 180 shooting a 9mm today on the pistol range. That's not too bad  shooting with a bad wrist. Last year my score was 178. So I'm still in the 170's. I'd say those are pretty decent scores. To tell you the truth, I like firing a pistol. I like shooting with a bow and arrow, too. I like shooting darts. I guess I like the challenge of getting the hand and eye to work together, aiming at a target, relaxing, and slowly pulling the trigger or releasing the an arrow or throwing the dart as smoothly and fluently as possible. If I had more practice I bet I could improve my score.

This is not the pistol range I went to, but it's sort of like it

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To shoot and score well involves your entire body. It's not as easy as it looks.

Some serious bow shooting in this photo

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I owe the instructor that gave me technique pointers on shooting the 9mm pistol. Today I was reminded of my fingers and hand placement so the pistol is securely seating in my grasp and will have less wobble. I also owe thanks to my fellow Marines when I was stationed at Cherry Point, N. Carolina. They showed me there's really nothing difficult about shooting. Since then, I've enjoyed the sport of shooting at a target and take on the challenge whenever an opportunity to shoot.

Target for the game of darts

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 I recently heard another tip to improve your shooting score.  I can't remember who gave me the tip so I could give them credit, but the tip is this---- cut out coffee and all caffeine for at least a day prior to shooting day which will help in holding your weapon steadier without 'caffeine jitters'.


What do you think if this quick draw, sharp shooter?




Well, that's what I grabbed onto interesting and fun today.
Semper Fi.