If you are a fan of skeet shooting and have been watching the sport on the television for some time, it is time to take the plunge and put your accuracy abilities to the test. The very thought of aiming at a moving target knowing that you have one or two seconds to get the shot right is enough to get most people's adrenaline rushing. While it might be your first time doing skeet shooting, failing to hit a single skeet on your first trial can be a bit frustrating. It is for this reason that you must prepare adequately. This article highlights tips you can use to get off to the best possible start in skeet shooting.
Balanced Stand -- Whether you're using a new or second hand firearm to shoot skeet, posture is fundamental to any success. If you have an unbalanced stance, then the chances are that you will throw your gun off the target's path consequently reducing your chances of hitting a target or two. Therefore, to increase chances of success, make sure that your stance is appropriate. It is recommended that one rests about 60 percent of their body weight on the leading foot for total control of balance. Additionally, with most of your body weight leaning on the leading foot, pointing and holding a firearm down towards a target increases accuracy.
Choose Correct Barrel Diameter -- Weight distribution on the firearm's barrel is determined by its diameter, which plays a critical role in skeet shooting. Therefore, it is recommended that you choose a gun whose barrel is neither too heavy nor too light on the front and the rear. Ideally, for beginners, a 10 mm diameter barrel is okay. With the right barrel diameter, one can shoot with either one eye closed or both eyes open since the field of vision is not obstructed.
Correct Shouldering – Experienced skeet shooters will tell you that the moment a firearm touches your shoulder, then the barrel will automatically line up to a target's flight path. Appropriate shouldering is what you should aim for if you want to get off to a good start. To achieve this, you need to practice shouldering, that is, finding the right spot on your shoulder for a firearm. The objective is to have a natural shoulder spot to mount the firearm so that you do not struggle following the target. While it will take a bit of time to master, a few days of practice will see you improve in skeet shooting.