Gallery of Guns TV 2014 Shooting Tip: Breaking Clays with Mark Hanish

Published on July 22, 2014
Duration: 1:16

This video provides essential tips for breaking more clay birds, emphasizing the critical importance of keeping shotgun barrels moving. Instructor Mark Hanish details two primary methods: sustained lead and swing-through. He also stresses the necessity of maintaining eye focus on the target and continuing barrel movement post-shot.

Quick Summary

To break more clay birds, always keep your shotgun barrels moving. Two key methods are sustained lead (matching the bird's speed ahead of it) and swing-through (accelerating past the bird). Crucially, continue barrel movement even after firing and maintain constant eye focus on the target.

Chapters

  1. 00:14Intro: Gallery Guns Tip
  2. 00:18Keep Barrels Moving
  3. 00:23Two Methods for Clay Birds
  4. 00:27Sustained Lead Technique
  5. 00:38Swing Through Technique
  6. 00:46Keep Barrels Moving Post-Trigger
  7. 00:52Eyes on the Target
  8. 01:10Pull

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most important tip for breaking more clay birds?

The most crucial tip for breaking more clay birds is to always keep your shotgun barrels moving. This continuous motion is essential for accurately tracking and engaging flying targets, regardless of the specific shooting method employed.

What are the two preferred methods for shooting clay birds?

The two preferred methods for shooting clay birds are the sustained lead, where you keep your barrels moving at the same speed in front of the target, and the swing-through, where you start behind the bird, accelerate through it, and break it when well in front.

Should you stop moving your shotgun after pulling the trigger when shooting clays?

No, you should continue to keep your barrels moving even after you pull the trigger. This follow-through motion is vital for ensuring a clean break of the clay bird and improving overall accuracy.

Why is it important to keep your eyes on the target when shooting clay birds?

Keeping your eyes on the target is paramount because you cannot break the bird if you are not watching it. Continuous visual focus on the clay bird ensures proper aiming and allows for accurate adjustments in your shooting technique.

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