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Vabowman 08-07-2008 08:04 PM

Who shoots what??
 
I shoot dots and the deer side of the block all spring and summer, but now since it's Aug, I pretty much shoot a 3D deer target exclusively. I do it both from tree stand and ground... I rarely shoot at dots and circles from here through the season. what about you?

GMMAT 08-07-2008 08:06 PM

RE: Who shoots what??
 
I need to put my 3D buck up.

Nothing but BH's, now. ('course my Bh's.......well....nevermind);)

Rob/PA Bowyer 08-07-2008 08:10 PM

RE: Who shoots what??
 

ORIGINAL: Vabowman

I shoot dots and the deer side of the block all spring and summer, but now since it's Aug, I pretty much shoot a 3D deer target exclusively. I do it both from tree stand and ground... I rarely shoot at dots and circles from here through the season. what about you?
Why would you stop shooting at dots? Dots are what makes a shooter, not shooting at an area on a 3D target.

You can very well practice killing a 3D target but I never stop shooting specific marks (dots).



MGH_PA 08-07-2008 08:16 PM

RE: Who shoots what??
 

ORIGINAL: Rob/PA Bowyer


ORIGINAL: Vabowman

I shoot dots and the deer side of the block all spring and summer, but now since it's Aug, I pretty much shoot a 3D deer target exclusively. I do it both from tree stand and ground... I rarely shoot at dots and circles from here through the season. what about you?
Why would you stop shooting at dots? Dots are what makes a shooter, not shooting at an area on a 3D target.

You can very well practice killing a 3D target but I never stop shooting specific marks (dots).
I agree. I'm still shooting dots, and will continue to do so. I'll switch over to my Morrell broadhead target soon to make sure my broadheads are tracking true, and continue practicing. The Morrell field range bag is nice, because the dots are fairly small (2"), and by practicing AIMING SMALL/MISS SMALL, I feel more confident when that deer walks through in the field, and I zero in on a 2" area rather than just putting the pin on him and punching it.

What you're shooting at is just part of the battle. My practice sessions now are also about consistant form, anchor, and shot routine. I think all of these help get you ready for the moment of truth than just switching to a target the resembles your game. Just my opinion of course.

mohunter82 08-07-2008 08:34 PM

RE: Who shoots what??
 
i still shot dots all the way through season. from all angles and heights.

sandilands 08-07-2008 08:43 PM

RE: Who shoots what??
 
I shoot dots...... I don't have a 3D deer[X(]

Vabowman 08-07-2008 08:58 PM

RE: Who shoots what??
 
Well I understand what you are saying Rob and occasionally I'll shoot some dots, but I shoot the deer target more to get used to the shape and size of the deer.

Mottz 08-07-2008 09:00 PM

RE: Who shoots what??
 
Shooting dots til I get my new sight sighted in, then I'll switch to 3D.

Schultzy 08-07-2008 09:01 PM

RE: Who shoots what??
 

Well I understand what you are saying Rob and occasionally I'll shoot some dots, but I shoot the deer target more to get used to the shape and size of the deer.
Nothing wrong with that Vab. Pick a small spot out (quarter size) on the target and aim at that. Thats what I do anyway.

virginiashadow 08-07-2008 09:02 PM

RE: Who shoots what??
 
I havent had a 3d deer target for 2 years. I love the dang things but they cost so much. I however feel much more confident when I shoot at them before the season begins.


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