It’s all about insertion points!
by Ken Branham
Insertion points, where the muzzle meets the target, is
a vital part of good wing shooting. This said, we must now learn to
incorporate a distinct
way of ensuring that our insertion point is always
correct. Let’s get started!
1)
Know where you wish to insert before calling for the target.
2)
Ensure your “hold point” is correct so the target won’t beat your
gun.
3)
Use good time management from the time you see the target all the way
to the follow through.
4)
As soon as you acquire the target visually, start the gun moving
toward the target line with the lead hand.
5)
As the muzzle is being directed toward the flight line, start moving
the back of the gun toward your face. Don’t “think” about the shoulder, the
gun will find its resting place there.
Trust your hands, they will move
to where you are looking. The stronger the focus, the more accurate the
move.
With a little
practice, you will find the muzzle intercepting the target, on flight line
and on speed. This will lead to great success.
Remember: To start
late is to finish late! Don’t let the target beat your gun!
Don’t get ahead of yourself, to start out in front too far will create
excessive
gun speed and cause you to miss ahead. A nice “smooth”
DISTINCT move to the
target with the
lead hand will
ENSURE a proper
insertion, “on bird speed”! This leads to success.
Good Shooting,
Ken Branham
