magnum12pm
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That the second location mistake I have made this week. It must be my age showing its self. Thanks for getting my bearings on the right track.
How adjust sites on M&P
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That the second location mistake I have made this week. It must be my age showing its self. Thanks for getting my bearings on the right track.
BigRich315
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So a friend of mine (yeah, a friend, that should work...
) would like to know the best way to overcome shooting low left. Is it simply practicing and paying more attention to how you pull it or is there a better way. It's strange that I, I mean my friend has never had this problem before. I guess it must be something with the "safe action" trigger design. This is my, I mean his first experience with the feature.
) would like to know the best way to overcome shooting low left. Is it simply practicing and paying more attention to how you pull it or is there a better way. It's strange that I, I mean my friend has never had this problem before. I guess it must be something with the "safe action" trigger design. This is my, I mean his first experience with the feature.
magnum12pm
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So a friend of mine (yeah, a friend, that should work...
It does take a little getting used to with the double action only trigger control. I had the same problem when I first got my MP 40 three years ago. You may want to make sure you are using proper grip technique, but mostly it is a matter of good trigger control...
alphabrace
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Magum12pm, how do you learn good trigger technique? Is it simply practice?
magnum12pm
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You want to use the pad (above first joint) of the trigger finger. The best way I know of to learn trigger control is to dry fire the pistol, while holding a good sight picture on something around the house or garage. Now pull the trigger carefully while working to keep the sights on the target during the stroke of the trigger. A shooter can learn a lot about accurate shooting without firing a shot. You might even search the INTERNET for videos of shooting instruction demos. This is just for example, If you want to learn quick presentation of the weapon from a holster, you would not dream of practicing with a loaded gun. You would draw and dry fire until you master the technique, then load the gun. Never under estimate the value of dry fire. I would advise you to always make certain your weapon is unloaded before beginning a practice session.
BigRich315
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Hmmm, now I'm starting to get a little worried... I already went through that when I first got the gun, getting used to it. Originally it shot very well, but at the last range trip or two I noticed the trend. Maybe I'm reverting, but the possibility of something mechanical (though I wouldn't know what) is creeping into mind.
I'll take the drill back up and see how the next trip goes before I jump to conclusions. Maybe my sights moved
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magnum12pm
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Hmmm, now I'm starting to get a little worried... I already went through that when I first got the gun, getting used to it. Originally it shot very well, but at the last range trip or two I noticed the trend. Maybe I'm reverting, but the possibility of something mechanical (though I wouldn't know what) is creeping into mind.
I'll take the drill back up and see how the next trip goes before I jump to conclusions. Maybe my sights moved
Its never a waste of time to verify proper site adjustment on a solid rest, if for nothing else but to sooth the mind of worries, I've done it more than once. It is most likely not site problem. My experience has shown me that you almost need a sledge hammer to move the sites on an MP. I have chuckled a few times when wondering why the factory even bothers to put a set screw on the rear site.
Very sound advice, and I don't see where help has to be perceived as condemnation...? Many years ago, I was at the range with my brand new Beretta .40 (pretty snappy recoil in that gun...). Well, I was absolutely convinced that the sights were off due to the consistent low & left hits. So, I figured I'd get a second opinion, and asked the range officer to try it. Sure enough, he blew the center out of the target! I was a little embarassed, but hey, the trigger was new to me, I never had formal training, and at the time I was used to nice 1911 trigger pulls...
I did appreciate that little 'lesson,' and now always follow the steps highlighted in a couple of the previous posts before assuming it's the sights. Dry fire practice on a stationary target is definitely a good way to see if (or, how much...) the muzzle is moving when you pull the trigger.
alphabrace
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push pull method
Magnum or anyone else please chime in...
I find myself pushing out with my strong arm and pulling back with weak supporting arm to create a resistance type of grip/shooting framework. It seems to firm up the shoulders to arms to hands, framework to shoot from. Anyone else do this or is this just crazy talk?
Magnum or anyone else please chime in...
I find myself pushing out with my strong arm and pulling back with weak supporting arm to create a resistance type of grip/shooting framework. It seems to firm up the shoulders to arms to hands, framework to shoot from. Anyone else do this or is this just crazy talk?
magnum12pm
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I have heard a couple of pro shooters suggest the push pull method, don't remember who. I think it is a sound theory, I may do it myself and not realize it. Its like teaching someone your job at work and forgetting a few of the fine points because you have been on the job a long time, taking somethings for granted.
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Yee Haw I just denied all you problem solvers some pride.
There is a little set screw on the rear sight that can be adjusted for bulls eye shooting.
Did none of you professionals know about this? No I did not condemn the pistol sights, just tweaked them to be dead on.
Ya'll need to let the air out of your chest.
There is a little set screw on the rear sight that can be adjusted for bulls eye shooting.
Did none of you professionals know about this? No I did not condemn the pistol sights, just tweaked them to be dead on.
Ya'll need to let the air out of your chest.
i know i am a little late to this thread but i need some help. hopefully you guys can help.. to some one that is new to owning firearms and handguns (me).. how exactly do you adjust the rear sight?? i have shoot 200+ rounds and i have a good grouping, but its to the right of where my sights line up. actually quite a bit to the right! i had two other experienced shooters also give it a whirl to see if it was just me, and its not.. i see there is an allen head screw on the top of the sight, is that what i need to loosen in order to re aligne my sight?? help would be greatly appreciated i dont like having to compinsate for it. im mechanically inclined, its just i dont want to mess up my brand new gun, i wanna know for sure that im doing it right.. thanks
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