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How to Choose a Hunting Dog
There is no relationship more important to the upland sportsman (well, almost) than that between the hunter and their dog. A high-quality, well-trained gun dog will not only contribute to better, more productive hunts, but the care and training of that dog brings rewards as well, extending the upland experience well beyond the field as the dog becomes a part of your daily life.
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Buying a Child’s First Shotgun
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It’s a moment that many hunters remember fondly: the day they got the first shotgun they could call their very own. Maybe it was a hand-me-down model from an older sibling, or maybe it was a new piece that was scaled down to fit better in small hands. Either way, it’s something that generations of hunters have enjoyed with their own children, passing down their own love of shooting sports to the next generation.
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The Role of Muscle Memory in Shooting Accuracy
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As with most sports, accurate shooting comes down to one critical skill: muscle memory. When you train your upper body to properly swing, sight and shoot, you are far more likely to be able to repeat that motion in the field, resulting in more accurate shots and more successful hunts. In theory, it’s easy. If only it was that easy to get to that point in practice. -
Is Your Shotgun Too Heavy for You? Here’s How to Tell
As a general rule, most modern shotguns weigh between six and eight pounds, depending on the style and expected use. This can impact not only the balance of the gun—though both light and heavy guns can be well-balanced, depending on the build quality—but also the accuracy and ease of use.
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Eye Dominance Problems and Shooting Sports
By John Humpfries When a shotgun shooter first starts to shoot the first thing that they must do is to find out whether their dominant eye is eit...
There is no relationship more important to the upland sportsman (well, almost) than that between the hunter and their dog. A high-quality, well-trained gun dog will not only contribute to better, more productive hunts, but the care and training of that dog brings rewards as well, extending the upland experience well beyond the field as the dog becomes a part of your daily life.
As with most sports, accurate shooting comes down to one critical skill: muscle memory. When you train your upper body to properly swing, sight and shoot, you are far more likely to be able to repeat that motion in the field, resulting in more accurate shots and more successful hunts. In theory, it’s easy. If only it was that easy to get to that point in practice.