Howard 538 Posted October 6, 2014 Andrew B was nice enough to take me out trap shooting this weekend for a first try. I had never even touched a shotgun before, so this was a very new experience. He taught me how to correctly hold the gun and I learned quite a bit. Unfortunately, before I learned to do it correctly I also learned how not to do it correctly. Fortunately it looks much worse than it feels Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.Stu 1,922 Posted October 6, 2014 Andrew B was nice enough to take me out trap shooting this weekend for a first try. I had never even touched a shotgun before, so this was a very new experience. He thought me how to correctly hold the gun and I learned quite a bit. Unfortunately, before I learned to do it correctly I also learned how not to do it correctly. Fortunately it looks much worse than it feels Some friend! He should have told you, not just thought it Sent from my SCH-I800 using Tapatalk 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sandy 44 Posted October 6, 2014 The bruise is about half a foot West of where it should be Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Howard 538 Posted October 6, 2014 Some friend! He should have told you, not just thought it Sent from my SCH-I800 using Tapatalk 2 He tried, as you know, I'm a slow learner Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.Stu 1,922 Posted October 6, 2014 And at last we have found a crappy picture Howard took Sent from my SCH-I800 using Tapatalk 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NYMetsFan86 9 Posted October 6, 2014 At least you had an awesome time and your ready for next time Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Howard 538 Posted October 6, 2014 And at last we have found a crappy picture Howard took Sent from my SCH-I800 using Tapatalk 2 You got me! It was an iPhone5 selfie with the front facing camera. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Malsua 1,422 Posted October 6, 2014 Just for what its worth, if you do buy a shotgun, Invest in a Limb-Saver. It makes a huge difference. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSD1026 48 Posted October 6, 2014 The bruise is about half a foot West of where it should be glad i wasnt the only one thinking this. should that bruise/red mark be near the armpit? lol... at least, thats where it ends up when i shoot one Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sandy 44 Posted October 6, 2014 If you shoulder it correctly , your whole body absorbs the recoil and you should not really need a limbsaver. Shy is about 4'9 ( 2 inches shorter than I ) . The gun is too long for her , but she still shoots it pain free because it is tucked right into her armpit . She can't have an adjustable stock on her Beretta 12 g because it is a semiauto. If you watch the video you see her REALLY concentrate on getting it into her shoulder hollow ( is that what you would call it?)https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=148554091982007&set=vb.126165800887503&type=2&theater Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kingsoverqueens 10 Posted October 6, 2014 Howard, I heard that chicks dig bruises. Probably not so much on old hairy guys. But it might be worth a shot. : ) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Smokin .50 1,907 Posted October 6, 2014 Poor Howard! I saw ya Sunday at Old Bridge for the Steel Match. Shotgun League was right next to the Pits. I could have given you a 5 minute lesson with a friend's scattergun so you would have avoided such a bruise, and then you could have continued with the steel match uninterrupted. And I'd still be able to shoot my black powder match. Next time just ask and I'll be glad to help! Just because I wear a pair of Colt Smokewagons doesn't mean I can't learn ya how to knock clay birds outta the sky, lol! Rosey The Shootist Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
W2MC 1,699 Posted October 6, 2014 Another shooter learns (the hard way) that a 12 Gauge is NOT a .22 rifle... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Howard 538 Posted October 6, 2014 Poor Howard! I saw ya Sunday at Old Bridge for the Steel Match. Shotgun League was right next to the Pits. I could have given you a 5 minute lesson with a friend's scattergun so you would have avoided such a bruise, and then you could have continued with the steel match uninterrupted. And I'd still be able to shoot my black powder match. Next time just ask and I'll be glad to help! Just because I wear a pair of Colt Smokewagons doesn't mean I can't learn ya how to knock clay birds outta the sky, lol! Rosey The Shootist Thanks Dave, but I earned these colors on Saturday - and it did not keep me away from Static yesterday! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Malsua 1,422 Posted October 6, 2014 If you shoulder it correctly , your whole body absorbs the recoil and you should not really need a limbsaver. I've burned through at least 20 cases of shotgun ammo in the past 6 years and hunted with a shotgun since the 70s. I don't need to have a limbsaver and I know how to shoulder my shotguns. The difference between "feeling it" and feeling nothing at all after 3-4 rounds of trap or skeet is what a limbsaver does for you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lalo 13 Posted October 6, 2014 Howard, come to the shotgun shootout meet this Sat in Clinton and we'll learn ya how to shoot dem clays... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pizza Bob 1,488 Posted October 6, 2014 Sheeesh, Howard, just what you need - another expensive hobby. Priced any Krieghoff's? I think Howard has ADHD. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mikeythumbs 1 Posted October 6, 2014 Sheeesh, Howard, just what you need - another expensive hobby. Priced any Krieghoff's? I think Howard has ADHD. Lol hey what's 10 grand or so Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brucin 923 Posted October 6, 2014 Howard, come to the shotgun shootout meet this Sat in Clinton and we'll learn ya how to shoot dem clays... I thought the shootout was on Sunday? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Howard 538 Posted October 6, 2014 Sheeesh, Howard, just what you need - another expensive hobby. Priced any Krieghoff's? I think Howard has ADHD. Funny you should mention that. As I pulled out my D800e to take some pictures at the steel match yesterday a friend made the comment that my cheapest hobby is probably the RC Quad copter. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Howard 538 Posted October 6, 2014 Howard, come to the shotgun shootout meet this Sat in Clinton and we'll learn ya how to shoot dem clays... Thanks I would, but I am already booked with Knockdown Steel Sat and IDPA on Sunday. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lalo 13 Posted October 6, 2014 I thought the shootout was on Sunday? It is Sunday, my bad. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
djg0770 481 Posted October 6, 2014 I've burned through at least 20 cases of shotgun ammo in the past 6 years and hunted with a shotgun since the 70s. I don't need to have a limbsaver and I know how to shoulder my shotguns. The difference between "feeling it" and feeling nothing at all after 3-4 rounds of trap or skeet is what a limbsaver does for you. http://www.limbsaver.com/product/slip-on-recoil-pad/ Yes, it's worth the money. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gunguy1960 2 Posted October 7, 2014 No one mentioned softer shooting ammo, any reason for that? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mikeythumbs 1 Posted October 7, 2014 No one mentioned softer shooting ammo, any reason for that? It will help some but after a while it is still going to take a toll esp if you are holding the gun on your bicep Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Smokin .50 1,907 Posted October 7, 2014 Easiest way to avoid a bruise is to just use the pistol grip in the stock and shoot the 3 Dram or less load using a strong-hand ONLY technique like I do. It's easy to do with low brass......... Seriously, yes I can break birds with strong-hand. I can break LOTS of birds if I use both hands and a shoulder (doesn't matter which side). It's all about getting used to gun handling and gun fit! Dave The Shootist Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites