Videos tagged with Sporting Clays

This video features competitive shooter Anthony Matarese Jr. discussing the practical aspects of shotgun selection for sporting clays, emphasizing what truly matters versus marketing hype. He highlights the importance of a proper fit, including recoil pad function for length of pull adjustment and the benefits of an adjustable comb. Matarese also touches on the subjective but impactful nature of palm swells, the nuances of barrel length and rib design for optimal sight picture, and a proficiency-based approach to choke selection. The discussion underscores that while high-end features can refine performance for advanced shooters, fundamental gun fit and shooter skill are paramount.

This video provides a guide to the top five budget shotguns, emphasizing value for money. The instructor highlights that used firearms often offer superior bang for your buck, with specific recommendations including used Marocchi, new Turkish over-unders (Yilders, Kofs, ATA), the Beretta AL391, Mossberg Maverick 88, and the Franchi Barrage. An honorable mention is given to Spanish boxlock shotguns like AYA for their exceptional value and reliability.

This video provides an in-depth review of the Beretta DT11 Super Sport, highlighting key improvements over the standard DT11. The instructor focuses on the new tramline rib, redesigned fore-end, and altered grip profile, assessing their impact on shooting dynamics and target acquisition. The review includes practical shooting demonstrations and direct comparisons to a personal DT11, offering insights into how these refinements affect shooter confidence and performance in clay shooting disciplines.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Jack Links Cup, one of the world's largest clay shooting events, held at Quail Creek Sporting Ranch. It highlights the immense scale of the competition, featuring nearly 1,700 competitors, extensive grounds, and a wide array of courses. The content offers insights into shooting techniques, firearm testing (including the Beretta Super Sport and K80), course design challenges, and the vibrant community atmosphere, emphasizing the event's blend of high-level competition and social engagement.

This video showcases a diverse shotgun collection from American Outlaw, featuring tactical, hunting, and historical models. The presenter highlights personal favorites like the Beretta 1301 Tactical and Browning Sweet 16, discussing their performance in various applications from watermelon slaying to bird hunting. He also touches on the importance of having a reliable shotgun for self-defense and shares insights into the history and evolution of shotgun designs.

This guide details the basic disassembly and operation of the EAA Blue Label .410 Over/Under shotgun, manufactured by Balikli in Turkey. It covers how to open the chamber, identify extractors, use the barrel selector, and perform a simple field strip for cleaning. The shotgun is presented as a budget-friendly option for new shooters or those seeking a light .410 platform.

This video, featuring instruction from TGS Outdoors at Orvis Sandona, delves into the critical technique of gun mount height for clay target shooting. It emphasizes that the choice between a 'gun up' (mounted) and 'gun down' (dismounted) position is situational, not a binary choice. The instructors explain concepts like 'draw length,' 'sporting mount,' and 'hold point,' demonstrating how to adapt mount height based on target speed and flight time to optimize performance and efficiency. The importance of a properly fitted shotgun for effective low-gun shooting is also highlighted.

This guide details the expert process of fitting a custom shotgun stock, as demonstrated by master craftsman Jim Greenwood. It covers the initial assessment, hand-shaping of the wood blank, critical adjustments to comb height and cast, and pattern plate testing to ensure optimal point of aim and impact. A custom stock allows a shooter to achieve their maximum potential by providing consistent and comfortable mounting.

This review provides an expert look at Federal's new Master Class shotshells, presented by John Parker, Editor-in-Chief of Shooting Sports USA. The shells are detailed as a mid-tier option for sporting clays, featuring a specialized one-piece Podium wad for improved shot patterns and consistency. Available in multiple velocities, they are positioned as a high-value, non-reloadable factory ammunition choice.

This review details a persistent re-test of a Smith & Wesson Model 1000 shotgun, demonstrating how cycling issues were resolved by using progressively more powerful ammunition. The host, an experienced hobbyist gunsmith, confirms the shotgun functions reliably with higher-pressure loads, making it suitable for clay sports. The review highlights the importance of matching ammunition power to a semi-automatic shotgun's gas system.

This guide synthesizes expert advice from professional shooters at the National Sporting Clays Championship. It covers essential shotgun customization techniques, including choke selection and balance adjustments with accessories like Briley components. Key training insights focus on mastering pre-shot routines, the interplay between mechanics and instinct, and specific strategies for shooting under challenging conditions like stadium lights or exhibition-style shooting.

This expert overview from John Parker, Editor-in-Chief of Shooting Sports USA, details the Fabarm Infinite RS Sporting. It highlights the shotgun's suitability for competition, focusing on its 12-gauge caliber, 32-inch Tribore barrels with an adjustable rib, durable four-lug CNC machined action, and premium Turkish walnut stock with an adjustable comb. The MSRP is noted as $6,175.