Looking for feedback on some holes in paper.

[EchoDeltaSierra]

I'm looking for some constructive criticism of my first set of drills. I've just setup a new JP LRP-07, did the 60 round break-in and initial sight-in of my HDRM. I setup the board with 10 target dots (the little pasties from my shoot-n-c target packs) and proceeded to shoot 3 10 shot drills. The first set, marked in red, were shot in position using 150 gr. FMJ. I then switched to 168 gr. HPBT for the second set, marked green. The final set (unmarked), I decided to stand up between each shot so that I was re-building my firing position between each shot. What I found most interesting was the fact this was the most accurate set.

Again, I'm interested in any feedback or comments that would lead to improvement. Even just tell me I suck, I'll be OK with that.

 

[immelmann]

There could be some accuracy differences (muzzle velocity / sweet spots) between ammunition types.
Also your barrel might be heating up.
Lighting / shadow / conditions / distractions / fatigue could be a factor.
It's a new rifle and you could be getting used to it.

The yellow shots after a position rebuild are very impressive. I bet you were very aware of your shooting position and fundamentals for these shots. The next trick is to make it a subconscious act!

It's good to take ownership of the situation however focus on your own performance and results will be what they may (release expectance of outcome).

 

[EchoDeltaSierra]

Bump. I should have posted this here to begin with.

 

[hlee]

Even though you are still "in position" each shot throws you off just a little bit. To get back on target you use your muscles to bring the rifle around, even if it is just a little bit. With a gas gun you don't have to load the next round and as a result you don't have to work the action and then find your natural point of aim again. But, your position may still be off. Standing up between shots forces you to rebuild your position and natural point of aim from scratch each time. Find your natural point of aim for each shot and your results will improve.

Some say that a major reason why gas guns tend not to shoot as precisely as bolt guns is they allow you to shoot faster- without taking the time to find your npa.

 

[EchoDeltaSierra]

Some say that a major reason why gas guns tend not to shoot as precisely as bolt guns is they allow you to shoot faster- without taking the time to find your npa.

That is an excellent perspective that I'd not yet considered. Thanks for taking the time to provide some feedback.

 

[Greg Langelius *]

When shooting for score, etc., I make a serious effort to consciously and diligently follow a mental shot preparation checklist that covers the marksmanship basics, each shot after another. I can essentially point to a poor hit and recognize that my diligence is far from perfect. NPA, aim, breathe, squeeze, followup.

Greg

 

[Sterling Shooter]

OP,

What's the point of your "drill"? If the point is to learn how to get a good hit, that's to say, improve basic marksmanship, you might want to consider another approach. There are three ways to proper shooter/target analysis: observation, call/strike corollary, and grouping assessment. These methods do not relate well to the sort of target/exercise you are undertaking. I think you would come to better understand what's important to good shooting by concentrating on something like the MR-31 target. This is a 600 yard NRA HP Prone Slow Fire Target reduced in scale for 100 yard shooting. Shooting at this sort of scorable target will heighten your sense of progress; and , when used with a score book, it will allow for self diagnosis of error. The only thing anyone here knows for sure from observation of your target is that the holes in it suggest where the barrel was pointed.

 

[0311 Hesco]

Natural point of aim is huge. Often overlooked. when you are perfectly straight behind the rifle, and after recoil you are right back on target, you know your position is correct. Then even though you still think you are on target, take a few seconds, close your eyes and take some deep breaths and relax. When you open your eyes, pay attention to your position and make fine corrections as needed. This is kind of what you are doing by getting up after every shot. That is good muscle memory building for later on. Try the little ditty I just wrote out and see how you improve. Keep it up!