06-09-2012, 02:26 PM
I can relate, I once did bench work with a 9 lb .378 Weatherby Magnum. Never could get below about 2 moa. Overcoming the shot anticipation took a huge and protracted effort. That was more than forty years ago (late 1960s) and I still have to work at it!
Go with a .22 rimfire or .223 to be sure you can ignore the recoil. Grendel is the third choice and will work, especially since the recoil is modest and it will build your familiarity and confidence in the rifle and cartridge.
I am also a fan of dry-fire practice. The difference is that today one can get a laser insert to verify that the spot is where you expected. For me, I watch for sight movement at hammer or striker fall and work from there.
Cheers!
Go with a .22 rimfire or .223 to be sure you can ignore the recoil. Grendel is the third choice and will work, especially since the recoil is modest and it will build your familiarity and confidence in the rifle and cartridge.
I am also a fan of dry-fire practice. The difference is that today one can get a laser insert to verify that the spot is where you expected. For me, I watch for sight movement at hammer or striker fall and work from there.
Cheers!