Took my Marlin 1894 in 45 Colt and one of my 1911's (45 ACP) to the gun club today. Setup 8" steel plates at 40 and 45 yds for the rifle and steel silhouettes at 12 & 16 yds. for the 1911.
I like to play games and switch between the rifle and handgun. I usually start with the rifle loaded on the bench and the 1911 loaded and holstered. I draw and put two shots on the each silhouette, put the safety on and reholster. Pick up the rifle and one shot at each plate (4). It's sort of like shoot the bad guys nearby, then shoot their buddies as they try to get away. It also helps to have the pistol range to yourself when doing these drills.
Overall a very fun day, but I definitely need to work more with my 1911's. Not having shot them in awhile my trigger control was lacking. This was very evident when you are trying to make fast double taps on a target.
Paul
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Range Day - 6/9/21
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Re: Range Day - 6/9/21
sounds like an interesting pattern .... hopefully you will be able to get back out there soon
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Re: Range Day - 6/9/21
Sounds like a good day to me.
Like my Marlin Cowboy 45 colt.
RP
Like my Marlin Cowboy 45 colt.
RP
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Re: Range Day - 6/9/21
Did you take a brass collector along with you Paul
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Re: Range Day - 6/9/21
You did, what it's all about. thanx for sharing !