I was perusing Limatune's Range Diary which is the blog of a woman who runs pistol classes and takes a bit of training at big name schools. She posted this article on her definition of proficiency which I thought was interesting.
Limatunes' Range Diary: What Is Proficiency
I like that she breaks it up in to gun handling and marksmanship. I also make that distinction when I am talking about gun skills. We've discussed similar topics here but I think its interesting. What is your definition of proficient? How good is "good"?
I am fairly certain we have some fairly wide variations in focus and skill level on the board. I've met some of our competitive members who have a very high standard for speed and accuracy. I've met others who get to a baseline level of shooting ability then focus on other skill sets. I've also met plenty who seem to have a lower standard across the board. So, what is good enough? Good enough for what? And how do you know when you're there?
Limatunes' Range Diary: What Is Proficiency
I like that she breaks it up in to gun handling and marksmanship. I also make that distinction when I am talking about gun skills. We've discussed similar topics here but I think its interesting. What is your definition of proficient? How good is "good"?
I am fairly certain we have some fairly wide variations in focus and skill level on the board. I've met some of our competitive members who have a very high standard for speed and accuracy. I've met others who get to a baseline level of shooting ability then focus on other skill sets. I've also met plenty who seem to have a lower standard across the board. So, what is good enough? Good enough for what? And how do you know when you're there?