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There are 3 disciplines of shooting in Olympics – rifle, pistol and shotgun.
Rifle and pistol are about marksmanship skills hitting a still target where as shotgun is hitting a moving target or clay target (skeet)
“There are four gun types and three distances: 50m rifle, 10m air rifle, 25m rapid fire pistol and 10m air pistol. There are also three shooting positions: kneeling, where the athlete goes down on one knee and rests the gun on the other knee; prone, where the athlete shoots while lying down; and standing. Some events include all these positions.”
To some, firearms may look scary and intimidating. I understand that fear, as there is after all an exploding element happening in your hand and near your face….
But so is a car crash…. But, I digress.
I invite you to open your mind to the possibility of enjoyment of the shooting sports. I can attest to how much fun shooting clay (skeet) is! In fact, that was my first experiences with shooting (other than at camp as a kid with a .22)
There’s something about the satisfaction of seeing that orange clay disk burst into tiny little bits – and there’s no mistaking who did it! 😊. Such Empowerment! Success! And pure JOY!
It’s building confidence and self esteem – it’s a wonderful dish of empowerment for the soul.
Women are the largest, and fastest, growing demographic, and during August Shooting Sports Month, look for special events and invite your friends. This is a great way to introduce your kids, neighbors, girlfriends, mom and others to shooting sports.
But not just women, we need to teach the youth as well!
If you’re a woman, finding a female only class gives you “a safe environment” to ask any question. There’s no shame, no judgement, no embarrassment. We’ve all have to start our journey in order to get where we are now. We’ve been there if that’s where you are. The important step is to start… and it’s always more fun with a friend!
So you say you’ve never even touched a gun? No problem! Sign up for a beginner class at your range or get a friend to take you to the range or the class with you. No matter the skill level, there’s always golden nuggets in taking a class.
Ever instructor teaches differently so you’re likely to hear something new with a different instructor.
Whether you’re a first-time gun owner or experienced, here are 10 ways to enjoy the target shooting sports and special events (https://www.nssf.org/articles/millions-of-new-gun-owners-will-join-in-the-fun-of-national-shooting-sports-month-in-august/)
“Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction.
There’s a lot of industry language, and if you’re new to firearms it can be ‘just one more’ thing to make you feel unsure, filled with anxiety and well, like you know nothing.
I get it. No one wants to sound dumb, or vulnerable. But we all start with little knowledge at the beginning of our journey. Whether it’s a new sport like golf or tennis or even driving a car.
I know from personal experience that it can be a bit intimidating as a woman, to walk into a gun range or store, by yourself (and no friend for moral support).
I think many stores now realize that the female shopper makes up the fastest growing demographic and if they ignore you, they are missing out on a loyal shopper. This is good news and I hope encouraging to all the new female shooters and new gun owners!
As you’ve heard “knowledge is power”, so here’ a bit of ammunition knowledge.
Incognito Wear IX is a founder member of The Woman’s Concealed Carry Alliance. The WCCA is a group of women entrepreneurs coming together to help women in their concealed carry journey. T1 Ammo is our newest member. Yep, female owned!
The casing is the outer metal piece of the cartridge that contains the primer and the powder. Casings metals matter and can affect the recoil. See photo for more information.
If you’re new to shooting, you may find that starting with a smaller caliber pistol, like a .22, is a great introduction. Not much noise or “kick” (recoil). You’ll love shooting this firearm! It’s easy to handle and has minimal recoil. “Think” bb gun.
And given the current shortage of ammunition, this is one caliber of ammo you’re likely to find!
Another important fact is to have the right caliber of ammunition for your firearm (there are a few exceptions but you get the point). This is so important that gun manufactures stamp the type of cartridge on the barrel and / or on the slide. So, if you’re ever unsure, look for this information.
The gunpowder burns hot and quick and high-pressure gas is created, explodes and forces the projectile (bullet) down and out of the barrel… with a B-A-N-G!
Another factor to bang and recoil of shooting is how much does the actual bullet weigh? The part that explodes out of the muzzle and hits the target. This is where Grain comes in. The heavier the bullet, the more force it takes to have it leave the muzzle and thus we must have an equal and opposite motion… and we feel the recoil.
“The grain is the number next to bullet caliber that refers to the actual weight of the bullet. Some common 9mm grains are 115 GR, 124 GR and 147 GR. The grain coupled with the amount of powder impacts the felt-recoil. The higher the grain, the heavier the bullet which means the lower the felt recoil. A happy medium for most is usually the 124 grain.” (T1 Ammo)
To assist with recoil management, make sure you have a good proper grip. The webbing between your thumb and index finger should be up as high as possible on the back or “beaver tail” but it must be just below where the slide racks backwards, it won’t take your skin with it.
Wrap fingers around the grip firmly with your strong hand. Using your support hand conversely wrap around the grip.
A good grip with keeping your wrist/arms firm and stiff allow the firearm to do it’s thing (recycle to load another round). Chances are if you don’t have a good grip it’s possible that recoil could get knocked out of your hands.
You’re on your way to having more fun at the range know that you’re armed with more knowledge.
Remember your ABC’s – having the right AMMO, produces the right BANG while managing the (re)COIL.
Have fun, stay safe!
LEARN FROM MY MISTAKES… Learning to be Grateful
| A new decade dawns. Say good-bye to 2019 – HELLO 2020! |
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Gratitude can soothe the soul. Gratitude helps remind yourself of the things that truly matter, for us at Incognito Wear IX, we are grateful for YOU! “Thank you” for all the support you’ve shown us this past year. The Christmas season has a way of making me filled with gratitude and hope, and big dreams for 2020. It’s going to be a big year!…Politically and otherwise. A “Gratitude List” is a wonderful way to shift the focus off of self and on to others. At the core of Incognito Wear IX, is you. We want to walk beside you on your concealed carry journey. Carrying on body does change your wardrobe and we give you clothing to empower you. As we forge this new decade, let us not forget to be grateful for the 2nd Amendment and the right to defend yourself. However, we better stand up and fight to keep it. I’m Grateful, that Women are the fastest growing demographic in the firearm industry! I’m grateful to know we’re not alone in this! I’m grateful for the gift of creativity. I need your feedback to develop better solutions in concealment clothing to help others as they come beside us. Don’t you agree, It’s better to have a weapon to defend yourself and not need it; than to need one and have No way to defend yourself. We’re Grateful you found us and to be able to create women’s concealed carry clothing that let’s you feel feminine, confident, armed while remaining incognito. These are the things that are on my list that I’ll focus on this year. Along with being grateful for each of you, this years goal is to be more grateful for my life, for my children, still hoping to hear from my oldest child (it’s been nearly 14 yrs) and to focus more on my health. Let’s reap the many benefits of making and reflecting on a Gratitude List. They say it can actually put you in a better mood and increase your energy. I can’t wait for that! So, Let’s start this year off right. Let’s start our list by being grateful for what we DO have in our lives. I’m looking to develop a stronger feeling of connection to and solidarity with you, and our Second Amendment community. Experts say, the act of making a Gratitude List will improve your outlook on life, will give you benefits such as less anxiety and better sleep. (I find knowing how to shoot, and having a firearm and the ability to defend myself does as well). Thank you for letting us be a part of your life. Let us know what you’d like to know more of. BE GRATEFUL not only for THIS SEASON, but all year. Keeping you armed in style & Incognito! Hope your New Year it the best ever! Here’s to 2020 XO, |
Hoot! Hoot! Here’s whats coming up soon.
We’ll be soaring soon for the NRA Personal Protection Expo (Sep. 6-8, 2019) – Booth #1809
If you’ve been “meaning to” learn about firearms and your safety – this is the place to be. Not only will you have the best of the best of instructors teaching but hundreds of vendors supplying everything you would need from clothing, gadgets and tools, firearms, ammo – even an opportunity to shoot on a live fire range – all in one place!
It’s never too late to learn to shoot. Learning to operate a firearm will give you confidence and skills for survival. Becoming educated about firearms gives you knowledge and an understanding of Gun Safety. Gun safety is critical and so important to pass on to others. Whether it be for hunting, shooting sports (for fun and it reduces stress), or self-defense and personal protection. It’s important to pass this precious right to bear arms on to the next generation.
There is value in passing skills on to the next generation. Hunting is a great way to grow a friendship. Many life lessons happen around a campfire (after the hunt). Hunters are ethical and play a huge role in maintaining the health of herds of wild animals – deer, duck, turkey, etc.
As August – National Shooting Sports Month draws to a close, check your local range for special events for introducing someone new to the exciting sport of firearms. It may save someone’s life!
You’re timing is great, because in a less than 2 weeks, is a fun filled packed weekend to give you all the information from the best of the best in the firearms industry at the Personal Protection Expo in Ft. Worth. See you in booth #1809! 🙂
In case you are traveling to Texas, as I am, here’s some things to note regarding Texas gun /concealed carry laws. Always research ahead of a destination.
According to US Concealed Carry, “you may Open carry or concealed carry with a Texas License to Carry (LTC) or a concealed carry license/permit from a state with reciprocity, provided the handgun is in a shoulder or belt holster. The minimum age is 21 years old or 18 years old for active-duty military. Some areas are off-limits, including racetracks and secure areas of airports.”
What you need to know about carrying in Texas, besides they love their guns:
1.Texas is a Castle Doctrine and “stand your ground” state
2.You can carry most places, unless specifically stated; including bars.
3. Knives 5.5″ long are allowed nearly everywhere
Pack ’em up and we’ll see you on Friday Sep 6 for a spectacular event of concealed carry fashion show! Don’t miss this event for tips and secrets on how to concealed carry with style.
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