Ok, I completed the Rifles Only precision rifle 1 and 2 course last week. Short answer as to my experience, book a class as soon as you can. Long answer below.
4.5 days of shooting, 293 rounds fired, only 5 lost cases. I in no way feel cheated as to the lower than expected round count over the 4.5 days. If it was said once it was said a million times, dry fire, dry fire, dry fire. The class is very laid back with ample opportunity for questions and assistance. Safety was never sacrificed for any reason. Jacob was professional, polite, and a student of adult education. The class room aspect of the training was limited to safety briefs, and a quick talk on the fundamentals for the days courses. Fundamentals never changed, but we needed reminding as the course of fire often left you wondering how to apply them.
Interesting conversations were a daily event. Stepping on sacred cows of the shooting world were not just covered, but tested. Humbling test of your perceived skill insured you hung on every word Jacob said. Lot of guys though their 6 or 6.5 barrel burners would provide an unbeatable advantage. That was defiantly not the case. Fundamentals put you on top, not you caliber, rifle, scope, bipod, bag, ect. Lindy provided the comic relief through random thoughts spoken during perplexing moments or silence.
Tips for success
- Don't make Lindy mad before he calls wind for you.
- Take clothing for every possible weather condition.
- Bring back up equipment.
- If you cry when your rifle (tool) gets scratched, chose a different class.
- Buy the 2 DVDs they have available and practice before going.
The class is not cheap. Travel, lodging, ammo, and food adds up in a hurry. You could buy a lot of ammo and range time for what this cost. I firmly believe you are still money ahead taking the class. First, its unlikely that you have experience in all the situations they put you through. Secondly, having the value of dry fire beat into your trigger finger will save you a lot. Hope this helps.
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