1) The purpose of the test is to make sure that you understand how your gun works. If you are comfortable loading, operating, and shooting your gun by yourself at the range, you will most likely pass.Pixie123 wrote:Hi all,
Could you tell me how the proficiency will go to ease my stress? I am a novice. I’ve shot a gun about 3 times in my life. I know the basics of how to load, reload, basic gun safety. Will the test Procter ask me to demonstrate anything special? Also, Im not terribly accurate with my Ruger lcp as I’ve only shot it twice. I could not hit anything past 10 yards.
2) The time allotted to shoot a particular set sounds fast, but there is plenty of time. Try not to feel the pressure of the shot clock. Take your time, relax, and line up your shots.
3) You can rent or borrow a gun to take the test. Your little LCP is not known for being very easy to shoot or accurate (it's known for being easy to carry). If you decide to use another gun, remember 1) above. You should practice with it before taking the test. I sure like the Glock 19 for being easy find, easy to use, low recoil, and accurate enough.
4) The best way to pacify your nerves and assure that you pass is to shoot 50-200 rounds at the range again. If that doesn't do it, repeat. This is also the secret to getting good.
acronym 3/6/2018 9:37 AM