Twelvefret
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New frame from friend.
Sling Shot Shooting
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These are my sling shots. A friend sent the one on the right this week.
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Yesterday I decided to pick one frame for target practice. I chose the Sniper Sling Pangolin, left in the above photo because it has an adjustable fiber optic sight. The site takes a .75mm fiber optic strand. Replacement strands are available from Amazon $5 for a package of 5 .75mmx20mm size strands. When a strand breaks you insert the strand and melt both ends to secure in the sight.
The box pictured before is pretty chewed up with clay shot hits, but now I know a catch box works. I hit the can more times that I can remember at maybe 25' distance. I plan to make another catch box using a Home Depot five gallon bucket with the side cut out. I cannot decide what I want to use to suspend the aluminum can target. The sound of a can getting hit is a nice reward for hitting the target.
I do not plan to use the metal ammo since for my purposes of target shooting, it is unnecessary. I do not plan to hunt or take random shots since unintended consequences could ruin my day.
The box pictured before is pretty chewed up with clay shot hits, but now I know a catch box works. I hit the can more times that I can remember at maybe 25' distance. I plan to make another catch box using a Home Depot five gallon bucket with the side cut out. I cannot decide what I want to use to suspend the aluminum can target. The sound of a can getting hit is a nice reward for hitting the target.
I do not plan to use the metal ammo since for my purposes of target shooting, it is unnecessary. I do not plan to hunt or take random shots since unintended consequences could ruin my day.
Twelvefret
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New catch box,
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I have some time today to target practice with the Snipersling Pangolin using Clay ammo with an aluminum can as the target. All of the ammo is captured in the 5 gallon bucket “catch box”.
There is rubber ammunition available for indoor practice.
I took a photo of the fiber optic sight. The strands are .75mm and I found at least enough material for 12 or so replacements if needed for $5.
This is very much a poor man’s hobby so, don’t hold back if interested. I’ll get you started as best I can with what I’ve learned.
There is rubber ammunition available for indoor practice.
I took a photo of the fiber optic sight. The strands are .75mm and I found at least enough material for 12 or so replacements if needed for $5.
This is very much a poor man’s hobby so, don’t hold back if interested. I’ll get you started as best I can with what I’ve learned.
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purerockfury
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That snipersling looks cool and it does look like a fun hobby... your thread will get me looking into the slingshot hobby... a kind of hobby of mine... hahaha
Twelvefret
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It’s best to get one frame and stick with it. Use clay and make a catch box. Another option is to hang a blanket or carpet the ammo hits them rolls down into a bucket of ground so you can use again.
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I recall last Winter how some on you experienced a little cabin fever. It’s not too late to make an inside shooting range where you can use rubber ammo to lessen the potential dangers 
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I’ve become a “can cutter”!
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The hockey tape arrived so I was able to apply it on the Simple Shot Sparrow, which I was just about to give up on being so slippery form sweat. I am pleased with the tactile improvement.
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Recent results,
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Abusing cans today with the Snipersling Pangolin.
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One thing I have noticed about shooting sling shots is that it is not an expensive hobby. Sure, you can amass a large collection of frames, but all you need is one that fits your hands, some bands, and ammo. Here is an approximation of costs. A decent safe frame can cost between $30-50. Band sets are around $4 each in sets of 5. There are frames that you have to attach the band to using small bands or tape. Some frames have screwed clips for attaching the band. The catch box I made is a plastic bucket. I had made one out of a cardboard box initially. The clay ammo I found is $14 for 2500 clay balls. Frame, bands, and ammo to get you started would be less than $75 and provide weeks of shooting.
Also the frame should have a lanyard attached for safety and always wear eye protection. Some use a thin glove to protect the hand holding the frame because frame hits are possible.
At this point I prefer a pinch grip where the frame has indentions that allows your thumb and first finger/index to wrap around the frame. I also like a palm swell so that my hand is filled. I find this more stable.
First thing is to find which eye is dominant. This will determine which hand holds the frame. Secondly, you will decide upon an anchor point that you will draw the band back to. I use the corner of my mouth. There are numerous videos available from people who have forgotten more than I will ever know. Based on your anchor point, you tune your bands accordingly. Longer draws require longer band length and shorter draws shorter band length. The band come long, and you cut according to your anchor point. Again, band tuning videos are readily available.
A catch box or a large frame with a blanket or old rug draped over allows you to capture and reuse the ammo. I am a dedicated clay ammo advocate because, I want an ammo that will dissolve if I cannot find it. Also, if you hit the frame, it will not do as much damage as steel.
I am posting this now because we are entering the Winter months. This is a hobby that will get you outside and give you something to learn and work on during the long winter months. Some shooters will have an indoor range.
I've been going outside in the afternoon after putting a handful of ammo in my pocket and target shooting for an hour or so. I take a break after emptying the pocket, collecting shot ammo, and reshooting. it's sort of like meditation with activity because you learn to learn the importance of breathing out and relaxing, similar to archery or firearms.
Also the frame should have a lanyard attached for safety and always wear eye protection. Some use a thin glove to protect the hand holding the frame because frame hits are possible.
At this point I prefer a pinch grip where the frame has indentions that allows your thumb and first finger/index to wrap around the frame. I also like a palm swell so that my hand is filled. I find this more stable.
First thing is to find which eye is dominant. This will determine which hand holds the frame. Secondly, you will decide upon an anchor point that you will draw the band back to. I use the corner of my mouth. There are numerous videos available from people who have forgotten more than I will ever know. Based on your anchor point, you tune your bands accordingly. Longer draws require longer band length and shorter draws shorter band length. The band come long, and you cut according to your anchor point. Again, band tuning videos are readily available.
A catch box or a large frame with a blanket or old rug draped over allows you to capture and reuse the ammo. I am a dedicated clay ammo advocate because, I want an ammo that will dissolve if I cannot find it. Also, if you hit the frame, it will not do as much damage as steel.
I am posting this now because we are entering the Winter months. This is a hobby that will get you outside and give you something to learn and work on during the long winter months. Some shooters will have an indoor range.
I've been going outside in the afternoon after putting a handful of ammo in my pocket and target shooting for an hour or so. I take a break after emptying the pocket, collecting shot ammo, and reshooting. it's sort of like meditation with activity because you learn to learn the importance of breathing out and relaxing, similar to archery or firearms.
Twelvefret
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Got this frame from Simple Shot last week. This product came about from a collaboration between Brian Master who owns Simple Shot and Mark Seljan, a design engineer from Hungary. Note in the close up the frame is wrapped. This is an area where I sometimes experience a “fork hit”. Since I exclusively use biodegradable clay ammo, no significant damage occurs, but I am trying to preserve the appearance if at all possible.
The video is a recent BBC production on using a slingshot or catapult, BBC NEWS - John jeffries, Ben Houghton, Adam Rayner, Lee Harrison and Titan Tribe Team at WKCC
The video is a recent BBC production on using a slingshot or catapult, BBC NEWS - John jeffries, Ben Houghton, Adam Rayner, Lee Harrison and Titan Tribe Team at WKCC
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@Twelvefret is a tin can murderer.