Paul Cat Posted July 17, 2020 Report Share Posted July 17, 2020 I'm very conscious of the fact that my last formal firearms tuition was thirty-five years ago (and nothing at all to do with sport shooting). I shoot alone and am not at all interested in joining a club so learning by osmosis isn't going to happen. Actually I'm quite happy with this in some ways but I am also aware that since gaining my FAC a couple of years ago I may have developed undesirable habits that an 'outsider' would identify. I also want to shoot more accurately, I've let many targets escape because I wasn't sure of a clean kill. The last thing I want on my conscience is a an animal suffering on my account. There's also the fun of producing a cloverleaf on a paper target, I'd like to be able to manage that on a regular basis. Riflecraft have been suggested and I'm trying to contact them, other suggestions gratefully accepted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popsbengo Posted July 17, 2020 Report Share Posted July 17, 2020 WMS Firearms Training Ceredigion 01974 780717 Not used them myself but they're usually at the British Shooting Show so not a 'fly by night' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJC Posted July 17, 2020 Report Share Posted July 17, 2020 Personally, I have't come across anyone in the UK I would pay for formal tuition. You get a lot more for your money in the US from instructors who actually have qualifications if that's an option for you ? Having said that, I think there are a number of extremely good shooters who I am sure would be able to help you out with a few pointers if you bought them a pint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brown dog Posted July 17, 2020 Report Share Posted July 17, 2020 I think I would go to Bradley Bourner; strong Highland stalking background followed by a real (as opposed to imagined) background in sniping and, although it's around 14 years since I met him; a nice bloke. Can't remember the name of his company.. someone please chip in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT3_richy Posted July 17, 2020 Report Share Posted July 17, 2020 Professional Sporting Solutions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brown dog Posted July 17, 2020 Report Share Posted July 17, 2020 10 minutes ago, GT3_richy said: Professional Sporting Solutions? Yup. Just googled it; that's Brad, but couldn't spot what training he's offering. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ds1 Posted July 17, 2020 Report Share Posted July 17, 2020 Another vote for Bradley Bourner. He usually stops by our stand at the BSS. He is good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Cat Posted July 17, 2020 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2020 2 hours ago, TJC said: US...... if that's an option for you ? Go to the US? Where have you been these last five months? 😁 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJC Posted July 17, 2020 Report Share Posted July 17, 2020 Ha ! Watch this space. You might just find them coming to us in the not too distant future 😜 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Cat Posted July 17, 2020 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2020 It'll be a while before I'm seeing my friends in the US, either here or there. Their countrymen seem hell bent on infecting the entire country, it's going to be months before I get the chance to pick up some cheap ammunition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terryh Posted July 17, 2020 Report Share Posted July 17, 2020 PaulC a day’s one to one with any of those mentioned, or even Orion, will sort your technique, boost your confidence and sort out what your rifle will do. US is fun and a few more opportunities but not really necessary. Cheers t Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Cat Posted July 17, 2020 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2020 I think the ones in Scotland are too far away unless nothing comes up dahn sarf (or east or west). I've done some range shooting in the US with friends who own all manner of firearms but no hunting there. Forecast is good tomorrow. I'll pack a picnic, head up to the quarry in the afternoon for some targets (new moderator on one rifle so that'll need zeroing) followed by an evening on the foxes. Thanks everyone for the suggestions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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