Bragging Rights...
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bassjam
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I'm surprised no ones talking about .22's. I can ping a 5" gong at 50 yards every time with my Buckmark, and can typically hit my 3" gong at that distance a little better than 50% of the time. It does have a red-dot though which makes it substantially easier. If I'm using the open sights on my Mark I I probably only hit the 5 inch-ers about 85% of the time.
Centerfire, I guess it'd be a toss-up between my CZ75 or 4" S&W 66, but I can't shoot either as well as those .22's.
Centerfire, I guess it'd be a toss-up between my CZ75 or 4" S&W 66, but I can't shoot either as well as those .22's.
Fine Figure of a Man
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Fine Figure of a Man
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I have a Burris Fast Fire III on my 22/45. Makes long shots at ground squirrels and rabbits pretty easy.
I used to shoot at 10 or 12 inch steel plates at 100 yards with 22 pistols when I belonged to an outdoor range that had the plates. It was not real hard to stay on the plate with open sights. now my eyes have gotten to the point where I probably can't even see the plates 100 yards away. 
Captcurt
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I have a pair of 22/45's that shoot better than I can hold them. One is a 5" tapered barrel with open sights and the other is a bull with a AimPoint. I have put thousands of rounds thru both of them. When I took my first Concealed carry course I took both guns. The instructor looked and said that anyone that had that kind of hardware probably knew how to use it. Perfect 300 score 18X and didn't get serious until halfway through the course. When he asked if I could do it with a big gun I told him yes. The Hi-Power convinced him.
BobWright
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With a S&W 17 I once shot a redtail hawk from my pickup at 110 steps.
Like others, you are normally the most proficient with that which you are shooting & using the most. At this time it's my 45 Ruger.
I wouldn't brag too much about shooting a red tailed hawk. They are protected, as are all birds of prey. Might as well shoot a bald eagle. Same fine and possible imprisonment.
Bob Wright
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I've got more "range time" with the 1911 I inherited from my grandfather than I do with any other pistol that I own.
I use gallon size milk jugs for target practice since they approximate the vital chest area of a potential assailant. At approximately 7 yards (distances are paced, not measured), I can put seven rounds (one magazine) into the milk jug shooting with a two hand grip. On a good day, I can get all seven rounds into the circular divot on the side of the milk jug.
Considering they are protected by the Migratory Bird Treat Act.. Killing one equals a hefty fine (up to 15k) and a free pass to club fed... Not exactly something one should brag about on an open forum.
HB
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I set my HiPower up as a "bragging" gun. No trigger work yet but have an accurate handloads worked up and adjustable sights. 357 Blackhawk with 7.5" barrel is more accurate.
Offhand I will easily beat your average hunter with a rifle at 100 yards.
I shoot at an outdoor public range 1-2x a week but shoot matches and have since I was 14. Trigger time and basic training goes a long way... And also the inexperience and ego of your average gun owner.
Edit: wonder if the prevalence of 1911s, HiPowers, and Blackhawks in this thread is a coincidence or because we have good taste?
HB
Offhand I will easily beat your average hunter with a rifle at 100 yards.
I shoot at an outdoor public range 1-2x a week but shoot matches and have since I was 14. Trigger time and basic training goes a long way... And also the inexperience and ego of your average gun owner.
Edit: wonder if the prevalence of 1911s, HiPowers, and Blackhawks in this thread is a coincidence or because we have good taste?
HB
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"most proficient with"?
I have a S&W 22A with a 7" fluted barrel that I'm very good with. I easily hop a small 12oz water bottle across the range from 15 yards to 20 yards out until all 10 rounds are spent. My Ruger Single-Six is a close second.
I have a S&W 22A with a 7" fluted barrel that I'm very good with. I easily hop a small 12oz water bottle across the range from 15 yards to 20 yards out until all 10 rounds are spent. My Ruger Single-Six is a close second.
I'm sure it was. Otherwise it'd take a purebred asshat to shoot one.
Wait... I don't think there are any seasons for Redtail Hawks...
Tallball
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I have a new one.
I went to the range with my FiL yesterday. I shot 22's and service pistols, then finally got out my 7.5" 45 Blackhawk. I had the 45acp cylinder in it. NBD for many of you, no doubt, but I did manage to put all six in one hole. It was a pretty big hole by the last shot.
I went to the range with my FiL yesterday. I shot 22's and service pistols, then finally got out my 7.5" 45 Blackhawk. I had the 45acp cylinder in it. NBD for many of you, no doubt, but I did manage to put all six in one hole. It was a pretty big hole by the last shot.
Here's an old one that I'm particularly pleased with - Shot in competition, One hand/open sights, 10 shots, 20 yards, C-C 1.3"
Shot with a .22 Browning Match 150. It's the same pistol as the old Medalist, without the wood fore end and a slightly shorter barrel to comply with UIT (Olympic) rules.
Shot with a .22 Browning Match 150. It's the same pistol as the old Medalist, without the wood fore end and a slightly shorter barrel to comply with UIT (Olympic) rules.
LoneGoose
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I am most accurate shooting .44 Specials out of my 5" S&W 629. I can hit a 12" gong at 100 yards most of the time with it.
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