r/canadaguns • u/Western_Wish4280 • Aug 14 '26

Shooting First day at the range

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Hi all, it was my first day at the range and first time ever firing a firearm. I didnt expect it to be like this honestly.

So i sign up for the membership, old man there is the president of the club, he does the boresighting for me chuckles a little as he hands me back the firearm and wishes me luck.

I load three bullets in my mag and set my stuff up ready to go. Seen a few videos on how to fire a firearm before. I lock in and pull the trigger.

It was a NUKE.

I had never imagined the kick to be soooo harsh and trust me when i say it, it SHOOK ME TO THE BONE.

I was absolutely terrified and i could fathom at that moment that those who shoot on youtube (my fav is hicko45) are actually on a league wayyyyy beyond what i had placed them on.

Fired 10 rounds and packed up, cleaned my stuff and am starting towards home.

Ive trily never felt such mixed emotions before. On hand i was terrified and on the other hand, FUCK YEAHHHHHHHH.

Setup is- Tikka t3x chambered in win308, ammo used is federal 150grain soft point, scope is vortex crossfire 3-9x40mm. Recoil pad is limbsaver airtech for tikka.

Sorry for the long post. Tips are highly appreciated.

TLDR: got rekt on first time ever shooting a firearm.

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u/ChooseExactUsername Aug 15 '26

A typical T3x is a. Light rifle, great for carrying through the woods while hunting.

The drawback of a light rifle at a range is the "kick"...Newton something somebody...equal energy, something.

A light rifle surprises new people. Congrats on 10 rounds, that's a great start.

I would suggest a mentor(are you holding the rifle correctly?) or a small caliber such as.22LR to practice with.

Where in Canada are you? If you're near Edmonton there are many ranges and many people to help out. I'm happy so see new people try stuff and I'm glad to help.

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u/Western_Wish4280 Aug 15 '26

Thanks alot for the insight. Im in NB, and around my parts the ranges are prettty dead. Will still look out for a mentor and see if i can get stuff worked on

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u/ozril Aug 15 '26

I'll tell ya basically everyone at the range would be happy to help a newbie out! Just be friendly and tell anyone you see you're new to the hobby and would love some tips on how to hold the rifle. Most people would be thrilled to help.