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October 19, 2004
October 15, 2004 Range Report (With Guest Star SarahK)
Friday, I went to the range with SarahK to teach her how to shoot. Since most of the range time was instructional, any bad shots you see on my targets were just to give SarahK examples of how not to shoot. At the range were two other people shooting. It looked like a father and his twelve year old son, but it ended up they were sheriffs, the older teaching the younger quick reloads. This involved lots of rapid firing which made SarahK scared. Thus, I patted her on the head and said, "There there." When I remarked how young one of the sheriffs looked - using a phrase like, "There better not be a crime at a night club, because I don't think he's old enough to go in." - the older sheriff told me that the average age for a sheriff in my area was 23 for the night shift. Those wacky, law-enforcing kids. Anyway, on to shooting. It seemed like a good idea to start out with my Browning .22 target pistol, so I showed SarahK the basics of shooting. Me Shooting the .22 Now SarahK tried out shooting. SarahK Figuring Out Which End to Point Notice how she didn't waste the target like I did and instead put holes all over it. Next we moved up to the Walther P99 .380 long (9mm for you Euro-weenies). I tried out a 16rd magazine, and got them almost all in the black. When SarahK tried it, there were some feeding problems where the bullet wasn't getting struck by the firing pin. The sheriff recommended I clean it and grease the rails before trying again (I hadn't fired this particular gun in a while). Sorry, SarahK (she really liked the look of the P99). When the sheriff saw my 16rd magazine, I told him out it was illegally shipped from Turkey before the AWB expired and to just keep that between him and me (no reason to get the law involved). Onto my 1911s. For those new here, I have my Colt 1991 (old faithful), a Colt Mk IV Series 80 with adjustable sights, and a Springfield stainless steel Mil-Spec. First I took out my Colt 1991 with Wilson Combat 8rd magazines and showed SarahK how it is done... sorta. SarahK then tried out the .45s, starting with the 1991 and then moving to the Springfield which she thought was pretty looking. I put a sticker up the sheriff gave me to help highlight where she hit. I then tried the Springfield one-handed and tried the Mk IV with two hands (I'm still not sure I set the sights right). SarahK then tried out the fancy Colt Mk IV again. She's so pretty... and SarahK Isn't Bad Either Next was time for some dual-.45 fun. I set up two new targets and took my Colt 1991 and my Springfield (they're pretty much symmetrical except that the Springfield is stainless steel). Prepared for Action Well, I landed six of the eight bullets on the left target, but only two on the right target even though I'm right-handed. The guy at the range, who apparently had seen people trying that before, wasn't surprised. He said the reason was I was so focused on my off-hand that I neglected the other. Well, I'll need more practice firing two guns standing still before I practice firing them while diving for cover. I let SarahK put some more holes in the target I put only two bullets through using my 1991 which she thought fired the best out of the tree. I then took out my peacemaker and loaded it with some surprisingly expensive .45 Colt rounds. I had trouble with the gun before, so I tried to compensate for the sights. I fired at the target I had put six bullets through, but, after four shots, I hit the hanger. D'oh! Notice the bullets at the top creeping upwards until they hit the metal clip. I decided to let that gun be for now and took out my Colt Anaconda (.44 Magnum, baby!). The sheriff wondered why I would need a gun like that. I told him it was big and cool so I liked it. Also, what if I ran into a bear or an alligator? He admitted that if you shot an alligator with a 9mm, it would just look at you funny. Anyway, my dad had gotten a great deal on the gun ($350!). The sheriff then related how, when he was twenty, he went to buy a 1911 from a widow. It was an unused one meant for her husband who never shipped out during WWII. She then asked if $50 was too much for it. The sheriff said he replied, "No, that's... not too much," while knowing full well he was going to hell. Anyhoo, look at my target after putting a dozen .44 rounds in it. Nothing but black. It's like it homes in on the target… except when SarahK uses it. At least she's cute trying to hold up that heavy gun. SarahK Holding My Anaconda Finally, it was time to try out my carry gun, my Kel-Tec .380. SarahK Looking Cute We both used the same target (my shots are the ones nearest the center). SarahK did very good for a beginner, and really enjoyed herself. Can't wait to go shooting with her again. UPDATE: Here is SarahK's version... including a comic! 44 Responses To "October 15, 2004 Range Report (With Guest Star SarahK)"
first? #1 - Posted by: bobthemad on October 19, 2004 01:26 PMThat was her first time shooting? Frank? No samuri sword? Sarah: Chief Mac said (wise old Navy Chief with time hauling SEALS around): 50 rounds down range a day....if you want to be good #3 - Posted by: Curt on October 19, 2004 01:37 PMI shot a rifle for the first time a couple of months back. Not sure of the name, but it had two pegs that fold out at the end of the barrel to rest it on something and it had a scope. I decided to put my face about a quarter of an inch from from the end of the scope before taking my first shot. Now I have a kickass scar over my right eyebrow. It itches when I'm near evil wizards or terrorists. #4 - Posted by: guttrhead on October 19, 2004 01:38 PMMan that reminds me I need to get to the range. Where can I pick me up a SarahK to go shooting with? #5 - Posted by: Sharp as a Marble on October 19, 2004 01:42 PMHey, guttrhead, that rifle didn't look anything like this, did it? If somebody winds up getting assisinated with a .50 cal, be sure to check guttrhead to see if he has a black eye. #6 - Posted by: Beo on October 19, 2004 01:46 PMCool, except you lose style points for not holding the dualies "gansta-style" sideways :P #7 - Posted by: Zoloft on October 19, 2004 01:52 PMFrank, It looks like you're 'pressing' with the .45s. I do the same thing sometimes. Like my Navy shooting team buddy always says, "Let the shot come to you." As far as the lovely and talented SarahK, ensure that she's using her dominent eye. To do this make an 'O' with both of your hands then line up a circular object in the distance so that while both eyes are open the object is clearly seen. Now, keeping your hands and arms still, close one eye and then the other. When you can see the object clearly through the 'O' that will be your dominent eye. Cheers! And good shooting! #8 - Posted by: El Jefe on October 19, 2004 01:58 PMthis story is only mostly true! you can read the real story over at mountaineer musings. i can't wait to go shooting with you again either, sweetness. that was a most fun day, and you were a nice, patient teacher. :) except when you yelled at me all those times. ;) #9 - Posted by: sarahk on October 19, 2004 02:00 PMFrank, old top, I'm jealous. Now I'll have to get Mrs. Exile to go shootin w/me. Course, I'll have to buy a gun first. (The only weapons I've ever needed before have been my intellect and my hippy stranglin' grip). Any suggestions for beginners would be welcome. Regards #12 - Posted by: Exile on October 19, 2004 02:10 PMFrank, "No, that's... not too much," while knowing full well he was going to hell. Been there.. :) Great report. Very good shooting, SarahK! #14 - Posted by: BearHunter on October 19, 2004 02:38 PMWell, I'm impressed. Although the caption "Now She Concentrates on the Target" should have gone with the picture of her looking at you! #15 - Posted by: jonag on October 19, 2004 02:53 PMtrue dat, jonag. i think i've snagged the target of which you speak. how else can we explain him using words such as "cute" and "precious" in a public forum such as IMAO? :^O #16 - Posted by: sarahk on October 19, 2004 02:59 PMWhereas Frank is going to hell for the caption; "Sarah K. Holding Frank's Anaconda" You shouldn't tease your sweetie. Especially after you teach her how to use firearms. #17 - Posted by: greg zywicki on October 19, 2004 03:10 PMThis is so fun reading the adventures of Frank J and SarahK! You two have inspired me to learn my own shooting instead of letting my dh be the whole expert in that area for our family. I get my very own first gun for our anniversary this year! And I get to learn shooting!! I can't wait! #18 - Posted by: MountainMama on October 19, 2004 03:37 PMI was thinking the same thing Greg. Ah, yes, sweethearts at the range! Shooting together is surprisingly romantic. This probably explains why liberals have so few children. Frank, you didn't really mean that you had a problem with the firing pin hitting the bullet, did you? Say it isn't so or at least provide specs - that would be one unusual gun. #20 - Posted by: Ginger on October 19, 2004 05:02 PM"...there were some feeding problems where the bullet wasn't getting struck by the firing pin." Well derrrr, no wonder you were having feeding problems ya great monkey! If you were trying to get the firing pin to strike the bullet you were putting the ammunition in backwards. Try orienting the rounds so the firing pin will hit the primer. Then things should work a little better. Or at least go BANG! Whether it is a healthy BANG! or not is another question. #21 - Posted by: Mr. Fu on October 19, 2004 05:11 PMNice results! Makes me want to return to the range as well. Kudos, SarahK! Far better control than was depicted in the cartoon. #22 - Posted by: Veda on October 19, 2004 05:23 PMSo was this the Sheriff Torpy you voted for? He sounds cool. The sheriff's here in CA would have confiscated most of what you were using. Oh and SarahK is pritty cool too! Glad you are teaching her usefull stuff. #23 - Posted by: Dark Indy on October 19, 2004 05:24 PMi am not familiar with the term pressing, but my defensive pistol instructor spent alot of time breaking me of my thumb crossing. it improved my shooting ten fold. I noticed both of you crossing your thumbs. Not to make any accusations, but if that is how you shoot every time, it could acount for some looseness of grip, and innacuracy. Better to have both thumbs stacked on the frame. Food for thought. Adam #24 - Posted by: adam from utah on October 19, 2004 05:25 PMyeah...and by the way....not for your life would i open a picture entitled, sarah k holding your anaconda. :( Good times... ... Frank, you lucky bastard... #27 - Posted by: Adam (VRWC member) on October 19, 2004 06:16 PMThis doesn't match the cartoon you did yesterday. Where's the hat? How are we supposed to tell you two apart? #28 - Posted by: Bob in Feenicks on October 19, 2004 06:53 PMFrank, you are a dork... In the "Isn't She Precious" shot, I was straining to see a gleam of light from her [ahem] ring finger, but I failed to see one. SarahK, Try using your dominant eye. Frank, Pressing as in pushing the gun forward in anticipation of the shot. Like I said, let the shot come to you. Let it surprise you that it went off. Cheers! #31 - Posted by: El Jefe on October 19, 2004 10:58 PMFrank, you're a lucky man. #32 - Posted by: Turkeyhead on October 19, 2004 11:19 PMFrank Frank Frank... If you're going to buy a .44 magnum, you should get a S&W 629 classic. The choice of Dirty Harry wannabes everywhere. It's looks cooler, too. #33 - Posted by: Brian on October 20, 2004 03:16 AMSo, SarahK, when are you going to get a pistol of your own? #34 - Posted by: Mr. Blue on October 20, 2004 06:25 AMWow...What a smokin' Hottie! (SaraK you doof, not you! We only see you from the back...She turns and cuts loose with that killer smile...) #36 - Posted by: Dan on October 20, 2004 10:14 AMHey what's with all the "I'm surprised she did so well?" I picked up a gun for the first time in 1998, during my firearms class. I scored a 98% on my final the next day. Sarah - you did great, and Frank... I know you're going to take her rifle shooting next, right? No depriving her of the joys of a Bushmaster now, hear? #37 - Posted by: smileyginger on October 20, 2004 01:47 PMWhereas Frank is going to hell for the caption; "Sarah K. Holding Frank's Anaconda" You shouldn't tease your sweetie. Especially after you teach her how to use firearms. Holy crap, even I didn't think of that, and I've been in college 5 years! Get your minds out of the gutter! #38 - Posted by: Turkeyhead on October 20, 2004 02:07 PM"Sarah holding my Anaconda" had me thinking a whole different picture was coming up. Thank the gods it was about a gun... #40 - Posted by: Faith+1 on October 20, 2004 05:02 PMFrank, I was a little worried at first when I saw some of the photographs. It appeared in several of SarahK's targets that the pattern created by her shooting skewed to the left. I thought that this might be the result of some subconscious lefty dominance that could slowly be taking over her mind. But then I reconsidered that analysis. These are bullets and they're going left -- violence directed towards the left. After realizing that I felt much better and very safe. Being naturally on the right, I have nothing to fear from SarahK -- even if she accidentally shot in my direction the bullet would fly harmlessly over my right shoulder. Matt #41 - Posted by: Hoystory on October 22, 2004 01:44 AMGreat story... Reminds me of some good time in college... (books were not the only thing I studied) Where's yer Glock? #42 - Posted by: Laura on October 22, 2004 11:08 PMYOUR SHOT GROUPING (OR HERS) WAS EXCELLENT. REMEBER, SUPERIOR FIRE POWER=PEACE. #43 - Posted by: THE GOLDEN BOY on October 31, 2004 09:37 PMI like this... Post a comment
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