My 1st FT Practice

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tom_ke888

Post subject: My 1st FT Practice

Posted: Thu Jun 10, 2021 7:55 pm

Joined: Sun Jul 01, 2018 10:37 pm
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Location: Guelph, Ontario

I was invited to join a private FT practice today by Bob W. and Chris H. This being my first time out, I expected myself to have very little success.

It sure started out that way in the morning. Bob and Chris had to help me with my trigger control, aiming and some general knowledge on FT. It was like learning to shoot all over again.

By the afternoon, I was able to shoot 1 inch targets at 34 yards with a stick, not to mention picking 25 yard target consistently, too. Feeling much more comfortable shooting outdoors.

I left with a big grin and a sunburn on my face, what a day I had. Thanks to Bob and Chris who generously shared their FT shooting experience with me, I felt much more confident in joining my first FT match when the HAHA Club is reopened.

Great job guys! I will sure bring more friends next time.

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Ace

Post subject: Re: My 1st FT Practice

Posted: Thu Jun 10, 2021 8:05 pm

Joined: Mon Feb 11, 2013 12:46 am
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very cool...

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tom_ke888

Post subject: Re: My 1st FT Practice

Posted: Thu Jun 10, 2021 8:14 pm

Joined: Sun Jul 01, 2018 10:37 pm
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Location: Guelph, Ontario

Ace wrote:

very cool...

I had a great time.[emoji16][emoji16][emoji16]

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Dukemeister

Post subject: Re: My 1st FT Practice

Posted: Thu Jun 10, 2021 8:15 pm

Joined: Fri Jan 22, 2010 1:17 pm
Posts: 4185
Location: Kingston, ON

Awesome, which rifle (rifles) did you shoot?

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tom_ke888

Post subject: Re: My 1st FT Practice

Posted: Thu Jun 10, 2021 8:26 pm

Joined: Sun Jul 01, 2018 10:37 pm
Posts: 941
Location: Guelph, Ontario

Dukemeister wrote:

Awesome, which rifle (rifles) did you shoot?

I shot my 22 TX200 in 15fpe, 177 TX200HC and the S400F in 12 fpe. It's AA day today.[emoji6]

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CBS shooter

Post subject: Re: My 1st FT Practice

Posted: Thu Jun 10, 2021 9:56 pm

Joined: Sat Jan 12, 2019 10:57 am
Posts: 357
Location: Ontario north of GTA

Tom I remember you shooting a Impact very well . I think you said it was " boring because it was to easy to hit everything" :shock:

glad you had a good time :drinkers:

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topher1266

Post subject: Re: My 1st FT Practice

Posted: Thu Jun 10, 2021 10:27 pm

Joined: Mon Dec 29, 2008 9:50 pm
Posts: 948
Location: Scotland,Ontario

It was great to have you out to join us. I am glad you enjoyed your time here , it is always a joy to help someone learn about FT. As you saw, a little trigger time and some friendly coaching can make a real difference. You are always welcome to come out and shoot anytime.

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topher1266

Post subject: Re: My 1st FT Practice

Posted: Thu Jun 10, 2021 10:29 pm

Joined: Mon Dec 29, 2008 9:50 pm
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Location: Scotland,Ontario

Hey Rob G, shot the hell out of those new quad targets They were awesome.

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YepYep

Post subject: Re: My 1st FT Practice

Posted: Thu Jun 10, 2021 10:56 pm

Joined: Wed Jul 26, 2017 7:01 pm
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Location: GTA, ON

That's a great day to shoot in such a good place ~ Should I call it wonderland?! [emoji38] :drinkers:

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tom_ke888

Post subject: Re: My 1st FT Practice

Posted: Fri Jun 11, 2021 1:03 am

Joined: Sun Jul 01, 2018 10:37 pm
Posts: 941
Location: Guelph, Ontario

CBS shooter wrote:

Tom I remember you shooting a Impact very well . I think you said it was " boring because it was to easy to hit everything" :shock:

glad you had a good time :drinkers:

Honestly, the Impact hits everything I aimed at. A super heavy and super accurate rifle. Nice one!

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tom_ke888

Post subject: Re: My 1st FT Practice

Posted: Fri Jun 11, 2021 1:07 am

Joined: Sun Jul 01, 2018 10:37 pm
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Location: Guelph, Ontario

topher1266 wrote:

Indeed it was fun. I had not enjoyed myself so much for a long long time. Thanks Chris!

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tom_ke888

Post subject: Re: My 1st FT Practice

Posted: Fri Jun 11, 2021 1:13 am

Joined: Sun Jul 01, 2018 10:37 pm
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Location: Guelph, Ontario

YepYep wrote:

That's a great day to shoot in such a good place ~ Should I call it wonderland?! [emoji38] :drinkers:

Wish you were there! I can tell you it was way better than shooting an Olympic Gold medalist rifle in the basement. Those guns cried out to stretch their legs. So, Please give them a chance![emoji6]

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rob g

Post subject: Re: My 1st FT Practice

Posted: Fri Jun 11, 2021 6:32 am

Joined: Wed Apr 24, 2019 7:58 pm
Posts: 389
Location: Baden, ON

topher1266 wrote:

Hey Rob G, shot the hell out of those new quad targets They were awesome.

They were so pretty all painted up. I can't believe you actually shot them!

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jckstrthmghty

Post subject: Re: My 1st FT Practice

Posted: Fri Jun 11, 2021 6:54 am

Joined: Wed Sep 07, 2016 11:04 am
Posts: 1879

tom_ke888 wrote:

I can tell you it was way better than shooting an Olympic Gold medalist rifle in the basement. Those guns cried out to stretch their legs. So, Please give them a chance!

That looks fun. The old german is mighty jealous watching others being shot in the sun. I'm temped to scope her up and give it a try. Sadly not enough time right now.

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YepYep

Post subject: Re: My 1st FT Practice

Posted: Fri Jun 11, 2021 7:03 am

Joined: Wed Jul 26, 2017 7:01 pm
Posts: 5158
Location: GTA, ON

tom_ke888 wrote:

YepYep wrote:

That's a great day to shoot in such a good place ~ Should I call it wonderland?! [emoji38] :drinkers:

Wish you were there! I can tell you it was way better than shooting an Olympic Gold medalist rifle in the basement. Those guns cried out to stretch their legs. So, Please give them a chance![emoji6]

Yeah.... The rifle sitting in our hands now are not for basement use indeed~

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