springer resting

[fry 209]

just a quick question if i rest my hand on a solid rest but only rest the spring rifle on my hand allowing it to recoil is this ok for shooting a springer? or must it be totally free hand? its just i mainly shoot lying down and like to have the rifle nearly in position to take the shot as the rabbit appears. thanks in advance

[matt_hooks 188]

The trick is consistency. Your hand rested should be fine, as long as the gun isn't in direct contact with the rest and you grip the same as you would normally.

[fry 209]

cheers it aint pcp thats for sure when it comes to zeroing

[davyt63 1,845]

Hi Fry

I just got back from a zero session myself with the TX200HC .177,shooting prone ,ready for the SHS round 4 Sunday.and in these winds it was still grouping good,although 0.5 mil /1.00mil to the left.but still with in 15mm.

 

how I achieved this is double over your gun slip,rest your forearm on the bag and place the fore stock in the palm of your hand,and grip gently but firm! get your body in line with the rifle,until it sits comfortable in your shoulder.and remember to squeeze almost caress the trigger. your hold and consistency is the key!

 

shooting from a solid base/ bench resting,let your forearm do most of the work.in supporting the rifle

so if your out in the field shooting quarry use your slip/rucksack as support

 

this how I get good groups,wind depending!

 

regards

 

Davy

[zini 1,939]

Good luck Davy for Sunday.

 

Just spoken to Russle about the equipment and Friday.

 

I think he is looking forward to it.

 

Si.

[davyt63 1,845]

Good luck Davy for Sunday.

 

Just spoken to Russle about the equipment and Friday.

 

I think he is looking forward to it.

 

Si.

 

thanks Si

 

Friday is going to be great!!!!

just hope we have enough air ,with three bottles.

 

Davy