I wanted to share something useful that I've done. I've been wanting to confirm my gun fit but have no real way other than a visit to the fitter. I decided to grab my tripod, cellphone and remote camera clicker (tripod/clicker, Amazon toys). I setup the cellphone with the tripod so that the camera lens was at eye level. I put the remote clicker under one of my toes and mounted the gun towards the cellphone camera lens while taking a picture by pressing my toe. I did this several times in a row and then went back through the photos to see how consistent I was. Well, I actually found that my fit was slightly off. I corrected it and went on to confirm the new settings. Now I'm more consistent in the mount and can confirm it by flipping through the last series of pictures...
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That's a good idea. Practicing gun mount is one of the keys to becoming a better shooter in the field. When I'm gearing up for a hunt, I'll practice gun mounts and swinging over and over. Obviously it's also a good idea to hit the sporting clays range to get some live fire time as well.
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Safari Dave wrote on GUN & TROPHY INSURANCE's profile.
I have been using a "Personal Property" rider on my State Farm homeowner's policy to cover guns when I travel with them.
I have several firearms, but only one is worth over $20K (A Heym double rifle).
Very interested.
Would firearms be covered for damage, as well as, complete loss?
I'll can let the State Farm rider cover my watches...
I have several firearms, but only one is worth over $20K (A Heym double rifle).
Very interested.
Would firearms be covered for damage, as well as, complete loss?
I'll can let the State Farm rider cover my watches...
Rattler1 wrote on trperk1's profile.
trperk1, I bought the Kimber Caprivi 375 back in an earlier post. You attached a target with an impressive three rounds touching 100 yards. I took the 2x10 VX5 off and put a VX6 HD Gen 2 1x6x24 Duplex Firedot on the rifle. It's definitely a shooter curious what loads you used for the group. Loving this rifle so fun to shoot. Africa 2026 Mozambique. Buff and PG. Any info appreciated.