Re: Will my S&W 3000 12ga be able to shoot skeet?
Suprman said:
some friends and I are going to shoot skeet this weekend and I'm not so sure i'll be able to do it with my shotgun.
S&W 3000 (870 clone) 2 3/4 12ga 4+1 18" barrel
what ammo do you usually use? i have 100rds of walmart bulk 7 1/2 shot and 25rd Remington low recoil 00 buckshot (given to me for free)
Yes, that shotgun will do fine for skeet. Does the shotgun have any chokes? If so, make sure you match the choke to the distances with which you'll be shooting. One in the middle should be fine, but still, make sure what distances you'll be shooting the clays.
Use the 7.5 shot, target ammo from Wal-mart. I use a similar round when I shoot clays.
If this is your first time, do not be discouraged. It does take a little bit of getting used to. Make sure you familiarize yourself with the proper technique for shooting a moving flying target with a shotgun. Always follow through and keep moving through the shot. Its a big help.
Also, depending on the distance of the clay, you may want to lead the clay slightly. And depending on the clay's speed. It kind of a guessing game at first, but you will catch the hang of it and be able to calibrate lead depending on distance and speed.
Remember the shot will be in a cylinder shape, and not flat and one dimensional like a pizza pan. You want the clay to fly into the cone, resulting in a hit.
Remember all your gun safety and ya'll should have a great time.
Watch this video if you would like, it should help:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qUbhw-rA ... re=related