elvis christ 451 Posted February 23, 2012 Report Share Posted February 23, 2012 'seeing some of the videos on youtube, and reading a bit on here, I think I might go check out some 3 gun compettions. Apparently, east alabama has one every time there's a 5th sunday in a month. I know nothing about it, but I have a chext rig, a glock 17, an ak or two, and a saiga 12 with a bunch of magazinex, so i'd be willing to give it a shot. i'm sure I'll get smoked, but it looks like fun. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
preparehandbook 326 Posted February 23, 2012 Report Share Posted February 23, 2012 I say go for it, fun is almost guaranteed. Please keep us updated. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
evlblkwpnz 3,418 Posted February 23, 2012 Report Share Posted February 23, 2012 'seeing some of the videos on youtube, and reading a bit on here, I think I might go check out some 3 gun compettions. Apparently, east alabama has one every time there's a 5th sunday in a month. I know nothing about it, but I have a chext rig, a glock 17, an ak or two, and a saiga 12 with a bunch of magazinex, so i'd be willing to give it a shot. i'm sure I'll get smoked, but it looks like fun. It is fun. Don't go and watch, just do it. Most matches only allow ARs for rifle. Not sure why, but that is how it is in most FL matches that I am aware of. You may actually beat at least one experienced 3 Gunner, like I did my first time out 16th place out of 17, lol. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
topmaul 42 Posted February 23, 2012 Report Share Posted February 23, 2012 (edited) check out the 3 gun nation website oh and be sure your guns are sited in. and good luck! Edited February 23, 2012 by topmaul Quote Link to post Share on other sites
daniel17319 2 Posted February 24, 2012 Report Share Posted February 24, 2012 Do you know how to shoot any training, or deligent driven self training. If you dont you should do that Id hate to be the guy left or right. I personally go to every singel appleseed shoot within 250 miles radius. Its amazing the amount of "experts" that dont even know the fundamentals of marksmanship. First formal training i would get if i was you would go join the cmp and go to some of there schools and recieve training from true experts no sir mix alot at, at the range. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
snafu360 21 Posted February 24, 2012 Report Share Posted February 24, 2012 You will have a fun time once you get going with 3 gun. I would recommend doing a few pistol matches like IDPA or something of the sort to get range commands,safety,range rules etc down first. Then go for some 3 gun fun! Take it slow and just worry about hits and safety. Don't want to get DQ'd your first match! Practice,practice,practice and before you know it you'll be a gamer. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
elvis christ 451 Posted February 24, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 24, 2012 I don't have any formal training, but I can draw a pistol and hit the target pretty well. I used to jog around with my saiga 12 while my buddy flung clays in the air. I could hit them pretty regularly while moving. Not that that's any kind of valid comparison, but I can jit a miving target while I myself am moving, that's gotta count for something, right? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
snafu360 21 Posted February 24, 2012 Report Share Posted February 24, 2012 The shooting isn't the factor. Its the safety and rules involved in a formal match setting. There is a lot to know in regards to everyone's safety at a match. That's the biggest factor,and again something like an IDPA match will help you get comfortable with that.A match setting also adds a level of stress that you will not get out just blastin'n joggin.. Last thing you want is a DQ. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jdtravers 637 Posted February 24, 2012 Report Share Posted February 24, 2012 +1 Good gun handling is paramount. Both fundamentals and safety! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
daniel17319 2 Posted February 24, 2012 Report Share Posted February 24, 2012 Dont they have zombie targets that bleed... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Doug Hartley 526 Posted February 24, 2012 Report Share Posted February 24, 2012 Dont they have zombie targets that bleed... Oh yea, they do! Learn proper gun handling before you shoot a match. Big difference between shooting with friends and at an organized match. Matches have no tolerance for shooters that don't follow the safety rules. Doug Quote Link to post Share on other sites
geepelton 105 Posted February 26, 2012 Report Share Posted February 26, 2012 Most places will walk you threw what you need to know. The biggest thing i leaned is go at your own pace. You will see people shooting the stage fast and you will want to do it too. Slow down to go fast. Good luck and keep us posted how you did. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
topmaul 42 Posted February 26, 2012 Report Share Posted February 26, 2012 slow is smooth, smooth is fast Quote Link to post Share on other sites
magsite20 1,664 Posted February 27, 2012 Report Share Posted February 27, 2012 most fun you can have with your pants on. just make sure to get your hits on paper, misses = +++ on your time, and I've proved in the past you can't miss fast enough to win. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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