For this question, we are defining "academic" knowledge as learning more about marksmanship and your setup beyond sending rounds down range. It could be studying gunsmithing, for example, in order to make you a more rounded shooter and hunter.
While most shooters are “hobbyists,” others would be considered “enthusiasts.” For those who fall in the latter category, the academic portion of shooting sports is particularly appealing. Academic knowledge requires more time and dedication than an afternoon at the range. But the tradeoff is a deeper understanding of all topics surrounding the gun and the bullet. Possible topics for your “PhD” might include reloading, milliradians vs. minutes of angle or gunsmithing, just to name a few. While none directly impact how a bullet flies or how your trigger feels, academic knowledge converts to applied knowledge in unexpected ways.
What are some "non trigger pulling" focusses you would recommend for a hunter or shooter looking to expand their understanding?
While most shooters are “hobbyists,” others would be considered “enthusiasts.” For those who fall in the latter category, the academic portion of shooting sports is particularly appealing. Academic knowledge requires more time and dedication than an afternoon at the range. But the tradeoff is a deeper understanding of all topics surrounding the gun and the bullet. Possible topics for your “PhD” might include reloading, milliradians vs. minutes of angle or gunsmithing, just to name a few. While none directly impact how a bullet flies or how your trigger feels, academic knowledge converts to applied knowledge in unexpected ways.
What are some "non trigger pulling" focusses you would recommend for a hunter or shooter looking to expand their understanding?
