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Originally posted by 32v4c
I've been to the range a couple times, but I still don't really know anything about guns - like for instance the terms you guys are throwing around for the different types of shotgun "shells" don't have any obvious meaning. Any hints on good resources on line for beginners?
I really enjoyed shooting at the range when I've gone - I really like revolves, and I seem to be a lot more accurate. Is this because of action being simpler?
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We can help you out right here, just ask away.
Shotshells are coded by number, the higher the number, the smaller the shot inside. So a number 7 load would be used for killing birds, while a 0 or 00 would be used for deer. The length of the shell affects how much powder/shot you can fit in it, larger being more powerful.
The single action trigger pull (where you cock the hammer back with your thumb first) on a revolver is a lot more accurate than most modern automatic pistols, which have a sloppy feel to the trigger due to design. You can overcome this with practice, I shoot just as accurately with my Glock as I do revolvers now.