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bailey bud · August 11, 2012, 11:31 PM

Well --- just learned the difference between target shooting and tactical training!

I've been shooting for about 15 years --- mostly shotgun, rimfire pistol, and rimfire rifle. I can shoot centerfire rifle --- but usually in hunting type situations (.30-06).

I'd consider myself a reasonably good shot.

Just tried a 3-gun course, today ---- and got my butt kicked!

I actually scored very high on target precision (2nd highest, in fact out of 10) -However, I was destroyed on:
- ammo management (ending up with the correct number of rounds, even with mandatory magazine changes)
- speed (I'm a target shooter --- I take my time)
- re-loading (time added for reloading in the open without cover)

I admit ---- I'm not a fan of tactical shooting ---- but it made me realize that I'm not as prepared as I've always thought I was.

Sure - I can hit a plate at 200 yards sitting at a bench. However I'm not quite as good at hitting a zombie at 50 yards while in motion.

If you guys haven't tried it ---- I'd recommend it.

August 11, 2012, 11:31 PM	#1
bailey bud Senior Member Join Date: February 7, 2011 Location: 1.5 miles above insanity Posts: 259	3 gun first time Well --- just learned the difference between target shooting and tactical training! I've been shooting for about 15 years --- mostly shotgun, rimfire pistol, and rimfire rifle. I can shoot centerfire rifle --- but usually in hunting type situations (.30-06). I'd consider myself a reasonably good shot. Just tried a 3-gun course, today ---- and got my butt kicked! I actually scored very high on target precision (2nd highest, in fact out of 10) -However, I was destroyed on: - ammo management (ending up with the correct number of rounds, even with mandatory magazine changes) - speed (I'm a target shooter --- I take my time) - re-loading (time added for reloading in the open without cover) I admit ---- I'm not a fan of tactical shooting ---- but it made me realize that I'm not as prepared as I've always thought I was. Sure - I can hit a plate at 200 yards sitting at a bench. However I'm not quite as good at hitting a zombie at 50 yards while in motion. If you guys haven't tried it ---- I'd recommend it.