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Originally Posted by Deej
always in front. no finger on triggers unless you tend to use it. firm grip. be aware of your shell ejection. if using a hadgun, grip both hands and watch your thumb. be aware of sliding parts of the gun so you dont injure yourself while firing. Always be aware of your safety, on, off or in some cases, where its at on the gun. Try and use both eyes. Most people make some popeye face while aiming.... dont do that. Not with handguns.
Rifles... know where your muzzle is. point it down but dont ground it. Again, firm grip, use your shoulder.
Do all this and you will be more comfortable and more importantly, way more safe.
Last of all. Be confident when firing. Dont be afraid and second guessy. Dont be that girl wondering what its like and letting a pistol fly up and hit you in the face after pulling the trigger. HOLD THAT SHIT TIGHT!! Have fun when practicing  |
That's pretty much where I'm at except the firing part. I've been to the range a few times so I've gone through the basics- I'm always concious of where the weapon is pointing and I never put my finger on the trigger, etc. I have extreme reverence and respect, pretty much I just have issue with pulling the trigger.
I have a bit of trauma from having someone close to me shot and I need to put that out of my head when I practice. I can't be afraid of it if I'm the one holding it. I know my mind going to that place is not practical- guns don't kill people, people kill people. I can work through it, I just need to get my train of thought on the right track, building confidence instead of fear.