Shooting Clay Pigeons: A private lesson for beginners (with Jim Harmer)

Published on May 28, 2020
Duration: 13:02

This beginner's guide to shooting clay pigeons with Jim Harmer covers essential shotgun fundamentals. Key takeaways include proper mounting, shouldering, grip, and sighting techniques for consistent accuracy. The lesson addresses common mistakes like missing low and behind, and provides methods to overcome recoil flinch. Emphasis is placed on maintaining a continuous swing, follow-through, and adopting a stable stance for effective recoil management and target engagement.

Quick Summary

Learn essential shotgun skills for hitting clay pigeons with Jim Harmer's beginner lesson. Covers proper mounting, grip, sighting, common mistakes like missing low and behind, and the importance of a continuous swing and follow-through.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Clay Pigeon Shooting
  2. 00:18Proper Gun Mount, Shouldering, and Grip
  3. 01:10Achieving the Correct Sight Picture
  4. 01:42Common Beginner Shooting Mistakes
  5. 02:46Overcoming Recoil Flinch
  6. 03:52Sweep and Follow Through Technique
  7. 05:55The Ideal Shotgunner's Stance
  8. 07:36Timing and Leading the Target
  9. 10:03Focusing on the Barrel, Not the Wad
  10. 10:57Advanced Fundamentals: Both Eyes Open

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key steps for mounting a shotgun correctly for clay pigeon shooting?

Proper mounting involves cupping the forend with your support hand, firmly seating the stock into your shoulder pocket, and bringing the stock up to your cheek while maintaining a consistent grip.

How can beginners overcome the flinch associated with shotgun recoil?

To overcome recoil flinch, focus on relaxing before shouldering the gun. Demonstrating firing from the hip can help shooters realize recoil is manageable, reducing tension before the actual shot.

What is the correct sight picture for shotgun shooting?

The correct sight picture involves seeing the rail of the shotgun appear flat, with only the front bead clearly visible at the end of the barrel, aligned with the target.

Why is a continuous swing and follow-through important in clay pigeon shooting?

A continuous swing and follow-through are crucial because they ensure the shot is fired while the gun is moving towards the target, preventing misses caused by stopping the swing prematurely.

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