learning the basics

[Marble122]

im just a beginner and i'm looking into becoming a marksman then possibly joining the marines to extend my career as a marksman. i would like to know the basics now so ill do better in the future. can you help by providing sites and ifo about this.

thank you.

 

[Nachtadler]

Re: learning the basics

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Alaskan_45</div><div class="ubbcode-body">can you help by providing sites and info about this.

thank you. </div></div>

You're here already. Just find the marksmanship sub forums and start reading. You can also sign up for the online training.

 

[CommAV8OR]

Re: learning the basics

You need to wear a scarf, drink some spinD and have a 4000.00 rifle.

 

[Lowlight]

Re: learning the basics

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Headwind</div><div class="ubbcode-body">You need to wear a scarf, drink some spinD and have a 4000.00 rifle. </div></div>

$4000 dollar rifle, you'd do much better with an $8,000 Accuracy International AX, scarf is optional, SpinD is not, don't forget the Slap-Off

 

[CommAV8OR]

Re: learning the basics

WSCHEWW. I'm glad lowlight has a sense of humor.

I had to think for a minute before I pushed "submit."

 

[Alaskaman11]

Re: learning the basics

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Alaskan_45</div><div class="ubbcode-body">im just a beginner and i'm looking into becoming a marksman then possibly joining the marines to extend my career as a marksman. i would like to know the basics now so ill do better in the future. can you help by providing sites and ifo about this.

thank you. </div></div>

Best thing you can do is to read everything here, after that, when you have a good idea of the basics, then ask questions. If they are not well thought out questions, you will be smacked! Trust me, they like the dog pile method, as for e Marine thing, don't ask me, I was a Army guy.

 

[unreconstructed]

Re: learning the basics

link to Project Appleseed
Project Appleseed is a great organization if there is an event in your area.

link to Shooting Sports USA magazine
Any competitive shooting sports in your area?
Find one you like and get started shooting!

 

[old95b10]

Re: learning the basics

Go shoot,and do it a lot.
Started shooting my old .308 at 100 trying to get the holes to touch about 15 years ago. Started reloading about 3 months later.
As I didnt like over the counter ammo, and thought I could do better. And I did. Shot a 1.5 inch 6 rd group at 300 yards a bit later.Shot every weekend sometimes both days and it had to rain hard to make me stay home. Made every mistake you could and didnt do it again. Just got a new rifle a few years ago ( .300 win mag )
And started shooting out farther (1400) And it went pretty smooth but I shot a shit load at 100 to 300 before I tried any long stuff.
Learn good habits and practice them forever.
Spent good time in BRM in the Army learning to shoot. Killed deer at 50 all the time as a kid. Then they told me we would shoot out to 300 meters! Did what was told and they were right. You can buy $40,000 worth of stuff and still not shoot for shit. Learn the basics and keep learning everyday. And enjoy it even when you have a bad day.