Is this one of the most beautiful shooting grounds in Europe?

Published on February 2, 2025
Duration: 19:01

This video explores the Susa Gordon Shooting School in Southern Sweden, highlighting its picturesque grounds and unique shooting culture. The presenter, an English shooter with extensive experience, discusses the differences between Swedish and UK shooting practices, including the mandatory use of steel shot and the emphasis on hunting for food. The facility's design, utilizing a former granite quarry, offers challenging and deceptive targets. The video also touches on the use of red dot sights on shotguns and their impact on shooting confidence.

Quick Summary

Susa Gordon Shooting School in Southern Sweden offers a unique clay shooting experience within a former granite quarry, providing challenging and deceptive targets. Swedish shooting culture emphasizes hunting for food, and shooters are generally accustomed to using steel shot in various firearms, with recommendations to avoid chokes tighter than half.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction to Sweden's Beauty
  2. 00:20Welcome to Susa Gordon Shooting School
  3. 00:35Exploring the Picturesque Facility
  4. 00:49Swedish Shooting Culture Explained
  5. 01:35Steel Shot Regulations in Sweden
  6. 02:21Sporting Clays vs. Hunter Education
  7. 02:52Shooting Plan and Target Progression
  8. 03:10Custom Shotgun and Red Dot Sight
  9. 03:29Susa Gordon's 19 Shooting Stations
  10. 03:50The History of the Granite Quarry Ground
  11. 04:14Challenging Targets and Terrain
  12. 04:30Red Dot Sight on Shotgun Debate
  13. 04:57Practicing Report and Sim Pairs
  14. 05:33Well-Executed Clay Breaks
  15. 06:05Moving to the Next Station
  16. 06:23Mastering Difficult Targets
  17. 06:51Deceptive Targets in Natural Terrain
  18. 07:15Ending on a Great Shot
  19. 07:43Learning from Missed Targets
  20. 08:14Popular Driven Target Station
  21. 08:30Stunning Geographically Perfect Ground
  22. 09:06Classy 30-Yard Pheasant Target
  23. 09:13Ramping Up the Skill Level
  24. 09:38Focusing on the Target's Edge
  25. 09:54Challenging Bank Shot
  26. 10:11Aimpoint and Driven Shooting
  27. 10:33Gentler Target from the Left
  28. 10:50Shooting from a Different Angle
  29. 11:03Dealing with Sun Glare
  30. 11:29Horrible Shot and Target Lead
  31. 11:46Terrain Enhances Target Deception
  32. 12:07Future Competitions at Susa Gordon
  33. 12:37One of the Nicest Grounds Ever
  34. 12:53Quality and Variety of the Ground
  35. 13:32Bees Across Target
  36. 13:45Very Nice Break
  37. 13:49Floaty Targets as a Bogey
  38. 14:17Lucky Breaks and Straight Shots
  39. 14:33Too Much Lead on Target
  40. 14:38Shooting with a Swedish Local
  41. 14:43Filming at Aimpoint Factory
  42. 14:57Best Ground in Sweden?
  43. 15:05Clay Shooting Popularity in Sweden
  44. 15:32Choosing Who Shoots First
  45. 15:45Aimpoint Settings for Lighting
  46. 16:25Gun Setup and Red Dot Placement
  47. 17:03Increased Confidence with Red Dot
  48. 17:18Trusting the Dot and Making Moves
  49. 17:41Unforgettable Trip to Sweden
  50. 17:50Learning and Fun at Susa Gordon
  51. 18:12Thank You to Hosts and Sponsors
  52. 18:24Check Out Aimpoint Factory Tour
  53. 18:36Channel Support and Membership

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Susa Gordon Shooting School in Sweden unique?

Susa Gordon Shooting School is unique due to its stunning location in Southern Sweden, set within a former granite quarry. This terrain provides challenging and deceptive clay targets, offering a visually appealing and tactically interesting shooting experience unlike flatter grounds.

How does Swedish shooting culture differ from the UK?

Swedish shooting culture places a significant emphasis on hunting for food, with a strong tradition of game acquisition. While recreational clay shooting exists, it's not on the same competitive scale as the UK. Shooters are also more accustomed to using steel shot without the same gun compatibility concerns.

What are the recommendations for using steel shot in shotguns?

When using steel shot, it's advised not to use chokes tighter than a half choke. Modern steel cartridge technology has advanced significantly, making it perform well, and most Scandinavian shooters readily use steel shot in various firearms without issue.

Can red dot sights be effectively used on shotguns for clay shooting?

Yes, red dot sights like the Aimpoint Acro S2 can be effectively used on shotguns. They can increase shooter confidence by providing a clear reference point, allowing for quicker target acquisition and more decisive shooting, especially when the shooter learns to trust the dot.

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