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Methods of Lead - Which One is Best? | How to Shotgun #10

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Methods of Lead - Which One is Best? | How to Shotgun #10: Shotgun lead is a subject that can perplex even experienced shooters. The concept of lead refers to the distance in front of a moving target that a shooter needs to be in order to hit it successfully. In this video, we will unravel the mysteries of shotgun lead, explore different approaches to achieving it, and provide valuable tips to help you become a more proficient shooter. Whether you're a seasoned shotgun enthusiast or a beginner looking to improve your shooting skills, this guide will shed light on the world of lead. Let's go!

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20 Comments

@gunsforevery1 1 year ago

“Try missing in front” is excellent advice.

@danharvey61 2 years ago

Dude… that was one of the best teachings on the subject I’ve seen. Great job!

@gertkristensen6451 3 weeks ago

as a new shooter start with method 3,, learn to swinging constantly, even when you pull the trigger, don't stop the swing, look 100% at the clay and you hit

@rogerramjet7567 2 years ago

As a really OLD shooter, I started in the sixties. One thing sticks out for me. That is don’t just keep doing the same thing. Try something different. Give it a try. You just may find what works for you best!! Good luck 👍

@claysnwingsshotgunning 2 years ago (edited)

Butt, Belly, Beak, Bang! was how I was taught when I was a new hunter, the 4 B's method or pass through/swing through. Benefit of both the Swing-through and Pull Away methods is that they are great for getting the shotgun muzzle on the target line. Target line is often a forgotten aspect for consistent breaks.

@karimeid7975 2 years ago

Another advice i used back in the day is trying to remove as much variables from your training, if you're like me and you had multiple guns because your father is a hunting fan, pick one gun and get used to it especially when it comes to mount, another thing that's usually taken for granted is your actual shotgun cartridge , try out multiple shells and pick your favorite and stick to it and eventually you will learn the capabilities of that cartridge and how it behaves in different conditions such as cold or hot weather. The more variables you remove the more consistent you can be with your practice rounds and the better shot you will become.

@A181218121812 2 years ago

Instruction stars at 5:21.

@georgebanker2669 2 years ago

Great video for clays shooting. I’d be interested in a video about how these different lead approaches apply in hunting wild birds, ie when you don’t know the flight path before hand.

@joefondren9755 2 years ago

Lack of "follow through," or "stopping the gun" probably causes as many misses as any other fault. And a good way to know if that's your problem is to practice shooting at something flying low over water, like coots tend to do. A lot may be learned about your lead, your shot string, and your pattern.

@jasontardo9603 2 years ago

This is an outstanding series of instructional videos on America's oldest sport. Thank you sir!

@DoctorBeans92 8 months ago

The "Try missing in front" is so true! I was always behind my clays when they were an aggressive cross speed. I had to learn those pellets aren't as fast as I thought they were and needed a generous lead.

@grahamshepherd4847 2 years ago

I think George Digweed uses a controlled swing through most of the time. He says then you can only miss behind or in front, rather than in 4 directions!

@DaileyWoodworks 1 year ago

I used to shoot a lot of skeet. I was taught swing through.

As soon as I catch up to the target and can focus on the leading edge pull the trigger. This worked great for 12,20,28 ga competitions.

But 410 (for me) required very precise sustained lead to get an equivalent score. Definitely shoot the way you prefer but never fail to adapt

@dukebeach1 2 years ago

Good video series Steve. Thank you.
I have found in my experience that some people just possess the ability to gauge this skill more than others. Yes, of course, practice, but so much of this is innate.
I have also found that many people who think they are missing behind are actually missing under.

@eddywittry3206 2 years ago

Song and verse, every word in this video is spot on. Such great advice and teaching. Thank you.

@TheNewHuntersGuide 2 years ago

Very nice presentation. Thanks.

@DtKnize 1 year ago

Great video once again! Me and my buddy set up patterning targets @ 35 yards away to test different shells. When we starting shooting clays we were missing, we were too focused on the front sight. Once I left both eyes open and focused on the travel of the clay instead of pointing at the clay we started blasting them to dust.

@cameronakers7999 2 years ago

It would really be cool for you to look into the intermediate trap market like the 725 trap max and or the combos that are offered around the 4.5 to 7 thousand dollar market

@bigbird3333 10 months ago

Love the sports analogy! I've been a coach for 5 years and played for close to 15. As someone who knows my sport but is learning to shoot that was super helpful. What I will say is that it's very helpful for beginners to understand the "baseline" in terms of numbers and then develop the feel of the skill from there.

I'll often say something like 60% of your weight on the ball of your feet, 40% on the heels as a baseline for ready position and then let the athlete gain their own sense of feel from there. Same in shooting if someone tells me it's roughly 5 feet at 40yrds, I have a baseline which gives me confidence that I'm not missing by like 10 feet in any direction. Then I can develop feel from there.

@dannyboy9784 2 years ago

I use a SHOTKAM and that's my best coach, never lies😛....love your videos, very useful and knowledgeable....going duck hunting in a few weeks will go out and shoot a few hundred clays using your approach to get me dialed in....thanks Danny//