i have a mossberg maverick and every time i shoot any of my guns i shake and i just want to know how i can steady my arm up
2007-11-14 03:17:22 · 11 answers · asked by codycool44621 2 in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Hunting
You need to concentrate on holding the shotgun stock tight against your shoulder, and do whats called "follow thru" as you take your shot. This means that as you swing on your target, try and make the entire process one smooth flowing action.Take a breatrh and hold it. Bring the shotgun up tight, aim at your target tracking in your sight than take your shot..... SMOOTHLY, follow thru keeping your target or game still in your sight for a fraction of a second or so after the shot...With a little practice and controlled breathing, if you make your shot one big smooth motion start to finish you will stop shaking. Realize too, that this is PERFECTLY normal as you are excited to begin with. Be patient and it will come to you naturally......Good Luck
2007-11-14 04:10:10 · answer #1 · answered by JD 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Same as the above poster. Your also probably anticipating the recoil which makes you hesitant to shoot. Try shooting a smaller 20 gauge and see if the problem persists. If you shoot better, you're probably recoil sensitive and are better off using the 20 gauge.
If your only option is the 12 gauge, just shoot 2 3/4" loads out of it. Also look for reduced-recoil rounds. I know Remington makes some slugs like this but I'm not sure about buck-shot.
2007-11-14 03:37:12 · answer #2 · answered by flucolax35 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You could also be pulling the stock into your shoulder too hard anticipating the recoil. Try this. Pull the gun up to your shoulder and pull tight with your trigger hand (Right hand for right handed shooters) and put forward pressure on the pump with your pump hand (Left hand for righties) like you are trying to push the gun away from your shoulder. That should stop you from shaking and will also allow you to pump the gun faster after the shot for a faster follow up shot. Also, try timing and leading your target. Minor shaking shouldn't be too much of a problem unless you are shooting slugs. Also, don't squeeze the trigger on a shotgun. That is for rifles. Pull or slap the trigger on a shotgun. Timing is everything with shotguns. You don't have to be perfectly accurate with it if you can properly lead a target.
2007-11-14 04:37:26 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Be sure to pull the butt of the gun into your shoulder tight, grasp the forearm tight with your other hand...then learn to slow your breathing down.....
I learned a long time ago, that when I shoot...I kinda hold my breath on the intake before I squeeze the trigger...it helps steady the aim you have taken....
Also....use a prop if you have one available....the side of a tree...etc, to steady ya...
2007-11-14 16:35:39 · answer #4 · answered by Stephanie 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you are talking about a standing position the best way I have learned through military experience is to invest yourself in a sling. Not one of those fancy slings but just a plain simple sling and adjust it so you can wrap your non-firing arm though it for support. Also if it is a non pump gun bring your hand in a little closer to you so you are not reaching out so far and keep your elbows tucked in and down.
2007-11-14 05:48:58 · answer #5 · answered by K B 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
What are you shooting?
If you are shooting moving targets (trap or skeet) steadiness is totally irrelevant.
If you're shooting slugs, get a sling, tuck your supporting elbow into your side and take deep breaths and concentrate on the target.
2007-11-14 12:55:48 · answer #6 · answered by DT89ACE 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Concentrate on your breathing. Slow deep steady breaths. Squeeze the trigger while exhaling.
2007-11-14 03:24:51 · answer #7 · answered by countryguyhfc 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
breath, dont focus on the gun, focus on the target,
you might be a natural shaker, i am....
use small weights like 5-10lbs, hold them out from your body and see how long you can hold them straight out without lowering them, from there start to train yourself everyday and see if that helps, say 4-5 times at 30 seconds a rep, should strengthen and steady your arm .... it worked for me with my bow and arrow...
2007-11-14 06:35:15 · answer #8 · answered by redsandman4 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Practice with snap caps or empty shotgun shell.* Its called dry-firing.* Save your real ammo for the range or field.* Breathe, Relax, Aim, Squeeze or slap the trigger, Fire.*
2007-11-14 08:15:28 · answer #9 · answered by dca2003311@yahoo.com 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Long deep breathes that all i can say breathe in when you are bout to shoot ex hale when you have taken your shot
2007-11-14 04:35:35 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋