Videos tagged with Swing-Through Method

This video demonstrates that even commonly perceived 'difficult' firearms, like short-barreled side-by-side shotguns, can be effective for clay shooting with the right technique. The instructor emphasizes adapting shooting methods to the gun's characteristics, focusing on control, cadence, and understanding the gun's behavior. While not a championship-level gun, it proves that accessible and affordable firearms can still provide enjoyment and learning opportunities in the sport.

Ryan Cleckner, known for rifle instruction, shares a key shotgun technique tip. He advises against aiming with sights and instead emphasizes a smooth body and eye movement to swing with the target. The core principle is to swing behind the bird, catch up to it, and pull the trigger as you pass, allowing the lead to naturally occur.

This guide details advanced clay pigeon shooting techniques demonstrated by experts Ed Solomons and Ed Lyons at Sporting Targets. It covers specific methods like swing-through and pull-away for various target presentations, emphasizing visual cues and controlled gun movement. The instruction highlights the importance of sports vision and understanding target trajectories for optimal performance.

This video from TGS Outdoors provides expert insights into the differences between shooting a side-by-side shotgun and an over-and-under. The instructor, demonstrating advanced skill, highlights how side-by-sides lend themselves to a more instinctive, faster shooting style, particularly for driven targets, emphasizing a 'flick' motion and immediate trigger pull. In contrast, over-and-unders are presented as more suited for calculated shooting. Key differences in grip, ready position, and target acquisition methods are detailed, suggesting that while over-and-unders allow for more deliberate aiming, side-by-sides excel in rapid, fluid movements. The instructor recommends using a side-by-side for a period to improve overall shooting skills, noting its benefits for gun mount and swing.

This GUNTALK.TV video features Bryan Bilinski, also known as "Dr. Shotgun," explaining and demonstrating the "swing through method" of shooting. This technique is a fundamental aspect of marksmanship, particularly relevant for shotgun users in fieldsports. The video aims to educate viewers on effective shooting practices for improved accuracy and success in their shooting endeavors.