r/canadaguns • u/Western_Wish4280 • Aug 14 '26
Shooting First day at the range
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/Acc4Wtf Aug 15 '26
30hate!!! Welcome to the club buddy. Tikka T3X lite is a quality (hunting) choice, but honestly pretty awful if you're only target shooting; yes, she kicks very sharply. That's not all 308s though, it's because it's so light.
. I hope Reddit didn't misguide you and you bought it because you actually intend to hunt. Thanks for the candid post, honestly refreshing to read. Don't be discouraged, you'll get the hang of it.