Klassy Kalashnikov 1,393 Posted July 4, 2010 Report Share Posted July 4, 2010 (edited) Sorry if it's off topic, not sure what forum this would go in. Just out of curiosity, what position do you like most for rifle shooting? Edited July 4, 2010 by Classy Kalashnikov 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jpanzer 1,265 Posted July 4, 2010 Report Share Posted July 4, 2010 Sorry if it's off topic, not sure what forum this would go in. Just out of curiosity, what position do you like most for rifle shooting? Standing. It's the base upon which a rifleman must be constructed... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
L5K 162 Posted July 4, 2010 Report Share Posted July 4, 2010 I like sitting. I really don't know why, I just do. I sit with my left knee up in front of me to rest my left arm on and help steady the rifle. Any time I've ever actually shot at game however, I almost always stand. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DrGonZo 157 Posted July 4, 2010 Report Share Posted July 4, 2010 I voted prone, but it depends on the target distance really. For me its less than 50 yds, standing, 50-150 yds, sitting, and 150+, prone. I like the concentration and breath/heart rate control of taking longer shots. Its a form of meditation for me Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rockina 60 Posted July 4, 2010 Report Share Posted July 4, 2010 (edited) Doggie. Just saw it said rifle....... so I guess it's prone. Edited July 4, 2010 by Rockina Quote Link to post Share on other sites
patriot 7,197 Posted July 4, 2010 Report Share Posted July 4, 2010 On my shoulder. I don't really have a favorite. If I have time, almost any supported position. If not, whatever gets the job done. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
blkgunlvr 31 Posted July 4, 2010 Report Share Posted July 4, 2010 Prone is without a doubt the most stable, but the least practical unless you are in a fixed position. I voted for kneeling as the best compromise position - much more stable than standing, but still able to break and move relatively quickly. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BpS12 512 Posted July 4, 2010 Report Share Posted July 4, 2010 I prefer Kneeling if possible. Best combo of low profile, supported aim and manuverability. Otherwise, whatever the situation calls for. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Matthew Hopkins 1,065 Posted July 4, 2010 Report Share Posted July 4, 2010 bench shooting . had enough the other stuff while I was in the Army, now when I shoot I want to be comfortable. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ChileRelleno 7,071 Posted July 4, 2010 Report Share Posted July 4, 2010 Whenever I can get the range to my lonesome, I'll go in front of the benches and shoot kneeling/prone, particularly when shooting the steel at 200 & 450 yards. But, most of the time I'm limited to the bench or standing/offhand. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Paulyski 2,227 Posted July 5, 2010 Report Share Posted July 5, 2010 If I need to see you drop, prone. If I need a touch more clearance, or it's too muddy to practice prone, sitting. If I'm just screwing around, practicing, or had no other choice, standing. I see little use for a bench other than sighting in, or practicing for belltower or window work. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nailbomb 10,221 Posted July 5, 2010 Report Share Posted July 5, 2010 If I had to pick one I'm most proficient with, Low kneeling. I've gotten better groups with that than prone. Probably means I'm doing something wrong in prone... Either way, really good with a low kneel. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ktcm7271 999 Posted July 5, 2010 Report Share Posted July 5, 2010 Kneeling most of the time. I get dirty enough at work, so I don't do prone very often. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
loki0629 55 Posted July 5, 2010 Report Share Posted July 5, 2010 Prone with sling support. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
railman1 0 Posted July 5, 2010 Report Share Posted July 5, 2010 Chickens at 200 offhand is the first round in BPCR......Which allows me to prove just how bad an offhand shot I am. From 200 to five hundred im ok sitting..Beyond that I much prefer prone. For deer hunting I like sitting..mainly cause it keeps me from "fidgeting" so much. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thehopping1 105 Posted July 6, 2010 Report Share Posted July 6, 2010 Interesting to see so many kneelers. Kneeling has always been most natural for me but I rarely ever see any one else in that position. Interesting topic Classy. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cobra 76 two 2,677 Posted July 6, 2010 Report Share Posted July 6, 2010 I guess 'sitting' would more accurately describe it for me, although it's sort of a kneeling position. Ever since my old air rifle days I have preferred to sit with right foot crossed under me, sort of 'indian style', and my left knee up in front to support my left arm and the rifle. Also like bench shooting while on a low bench like one of those triangular folding tripod like chairs. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
G O B 3,516 Posted July 7, 2010 Report Share Posted July 7, 2010 I generally shoot standing,offhand. That is the hardest and with limited range time available, it keeps the skill the sharpest. If I can hit it offhand, I can drill it prone! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DogMan 2,343 Posted July 7, 2010 Report Share Posted July 7, 2010 From a clock tower. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shades_of_grey 1,092 Posted July 7, 2010 Report Share Posted July 7, 2010 The grassy knoll. I prefer to mostly practice shooting offhand/standing. Every other position is easier. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
volkov 318 Posted July 7, 2010 Report Share Posted July 7, 2010 standing.. also if your tall most of the setups ranges have can be really awkward. I also like to lean against a tree/wooden beam that holds up the roof sometimes, and occasionally I kneel. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cobra 76 two 2,677 Posted July 7, 2010 Report Share Posted July 7, 2010 I also like to use a tree to brace against while standing. Sure just standing out in the open works fine too, but when I shoot I do it for leisure mostly, and want to hit as good as possible. I'm pretty good freehand but anyone knows you can be more accurate by bracing against something. I've had all the training I need over the past 35 years or so, now I'm more interested in tighter groups. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GeorgiaPD 408 Posted July 8, 2010 Report Share Posted July 8, 2010 Prone with sling support. This one right here Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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