When I miss, I miss low. How to cure.

[DellaDog]

Off a bipod and rear bag with a sub 1/2” rifle, when I miss, I miss low.

I shoot two local matches, one at 200 and another at 500 (one minute targets) and at both, the misses are generally low.

Went to the range today and at 200 I can generally keep the horizontal to about a bullet width (.264) left or right of the POA (inside an inch realistically) and mostly + .5 on vertical to -1.25” low. I don’t think I’m anticipating the shot and pushing.

I suspect it’s inconsistent shoulder pressure, but I’ve been working the hell out of trying to keep a consistent, relaxed, gentle light loaded bipod pressure, but my “flyers” are almost always low.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

(6.5 Creedmoor, 140 gr.)

Thanks.

 

[Nik H]

It may be that right before the shot breaks, you are adding a little extra pressure on the butt. It is a subconscious reaction to the coming recoil. One thing that helped me out was I had a buddy video me shooting. Showed me a couple of things that I then corrected.

 

[DellaDog]

Thanks. You posted that just as I was editing the “anticipation” part. The video is a great idea.
Went back and looked at a bunch of saved targets and the misses are mostly low, and low left.

Anyone know a good instructor in the DFW area? Is this an area where instruction would help?

 

[Nik H]

Thanks. You posted that just as I was editing the “anticipation” part. The video is a great idea.
Went back and looked at a bunch of saved targets and the misses are mostly low, and low left.

Anyone know a good instructor in the DFW area? Is this an area where instruction would help?

Instruction always helps me. I take a class every year

 

[usmcmad]

Thanks. You posted that just as I was editing the “anticipation” part. The video is a great idea.
Went back and looked at a bunch of saved targets and the misses are mostly low, and low left.

Anyone know a good instructor in the DFW area? Is this an area where instruction would help?

Contact Sean at https://www.vaportrailtactical.com/

 

[Rerun7]

Sounds like a push or putting additional pressure on just before the shot.

Have someone else load your rifle for you for a 5/10 shot string. They should randomly not load a round and you’ll quickly see if you are flinching or pushing the shot. Can also be used as a drill to help your consistency.