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Now, Matt was selected for a special Marine Unit because of his shooting ability (especially with pistols). He proved his ability last time he was at the range by taking Pete to task.
I told Pete I had an idea to load a special clip for Matt with some reloads. I would: 1) vary the power amounts in the reloads. 2) Use hot power in some but not in others. 3) Use a variety of bullet weights using 115 grain, 124 grain and 147 grain bullets. I am pretty sure Matt’s shot pattern would be inconsistent. It was a good idea and we laughed about it. However, it sounded more like a nervous laugh on our part.
We met Pete and Matt a the Manchester Firing Line Range. I brought my 9mm and the .22. Pete brought his 9mm.
Matt didn’t have his military issue pistol so he used what we brought. You would think that would make a difference. When you shot as many rounds as Matt has it only takes a couple shots to figure out and adjust to the guns accuracy.
The new range was excellent. We filled out the paperwork and rented 2 lanes. You can bring everything with you or rent guns, buy ammo, targets, eye and hearing protection, etc.
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Matt and I saved one target for our little competition. 3 shots at a time, the closest shot wins. Matt said “Let’s shoot at the #7 on the target”. Could I see the #7 at that distance?? Sometimes!!!
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Matt has better shooting form and technique than I do. He’s had excellent military training and much more pistol shooting experience. No Doubt, he’s a better shot. I am quite confident he would outshoot me the longer this went on. I think he was going easy on me anyway … He gave me some good advise to improve my pistol shooting.
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Results:
Brian and Pete … “Old but still a threat”
Matt … "In his Prime, Stay Away”
Kevin …“Great Shot and a Rising Young Star”