Shooting a pistol can seem intimidating if you don't know how to do it. Learning to wield this firearm can be quick enough, but it takes some time to do it well.
Find a suitable target to start learning shooting. Never shoot at random. The target must be located at a safe distance in a controlled environment such as a target on a shooting range or on a shooting range.
Take care of the safety of your eyes and ears. You can protect your hearing by using headphones or ear plugs. Always wear goggles to protect your eyes from flying shells, hot gases and lead particles.
Handle the pistol carefully, keeping your fingers away from the trigger. Whenever you pick up a weapon, make sure the barrel is not pointing towards people. Never do it even as a joke, in some countries it is a crime. Insert the magazine with cartridges, bring the cartridge into the chamber by pulling and lowering the bolt carrier.
Take the pistol with your right hand (if you are right-handed). Grasp the pistol with your thumb on one side of the grip and your middle, ring, and pinky fingers on the other, just below the trigger. Only three fingers are involved in holding the pistol: thumb, ring and middle. The little finger rests on the handle, but does not participate in the grip. Place your index finger away from the trigger, but be prepared to pull it down. Place your left hand on the opposite side of the grip; it is used to stabilize the weapon, but not to hold it. Hold the gun very tightly, do not leave any voids between the palm and the grip.
Get into a shooting position. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and bend slightly forward, making sure you are firmly on your feet. The right arm should be almost fully extended, the legs slightly bent at the knees.
Align the front sight with the scope. If you are already trained, it is best to aim with your trained eye while closing your other eye. If you don't have experience, try aiming with both eyes and determine which one is the most convenient for you to use. Make sure that the front sight is flush with the sight, and the rear sight is located exactly in the center of the front sight notch. For an accurate hit, the front sight should be located just below the aiming point.
Gently move your finger to the trigger and slowly squeeze it. Inhale before firing, then exhale in half and hold your breath for the duration of the shot. Hold the pistol firmly, keep in mind that the shot will be accompanied by the recoil of the weapon. Try to fire a few shots, but re-aim each time. the recoil of the pistol will constantly knock you off target.
When finished firing, remove the magazine and make sure the pistol is unloaded. Be sure to wash your face and wash your hands. Powder residues on the skin during firing can be toxic.
