that VTR wasn't so bad though - it is no .260 at thrice the price. On the VTR you could have bedded the action, bottom metal and mags for about $250, better bipod and sling - which it looks like you picked up. I think what Tomas is at least trying to say is there is something to be said for just shooting, and you have to have something to start with, to begin with. Most of us, our father's and grandpa's may have known about some shooting, but there is/was a lot of bad habits. Maybe you got the enjoyment from the hunt or shooting from one of them, but it doesn't mean they knew what they were doing.
On the other hand there is a whole lot to be said for trigger control, breathing, alignment, scope alignment, proper position, and swagging stuff that takes a while to learn. I know most of the newer shooters have the kestrel, pda, and really good glass and it works and works welll. But there is something to be said for practice - PROPER practice.