group sizes for target shooting

[dragon rider]

Originally posted by Mo. Huntin:
 I just wanted to be able to sleep and to be as truthful as could be. I know this is pathetic but I pride myself on telling the truth.  

  That may be the least pathetic statement I've ever heard described as pathetic.  A man who tells the truth to the best of his ability has every right to pride himself on that fact.

BTW, if I could regularly shoot a five inch group at 20 yards, I'd be a seriously happy man.

[Barry Green-Burns]

Sweet old Bill,

I am 62 and shoot a 50# Howard Hill 66." I started shooting about 6 months ago and used to shoot 6, 10, 20 arrow groups. Watch Masters of the Barebow 3 or Rick Welch's #3. I only shoot 2 arrows now at 20 yds, because I keep hitting my arrows and tearing fletches off. Do what Rod Jenkins or Rick Welch says about developing a routine and don't deviate. Keep your form and change your bow. You will be a star.

Good Shooting,

Barry Green-Burns

[Don Stokes]

I've seen a lot of people shoot, and in my experience 2-3" groups at 20 yards is phenomenal. Twice that would be excellent.

FeelTheHunt, don't be put off by such excellence. Honest 8" groups at 20 yards is quite good, even for someone with a little more experience. I have an attic full of 3D trophies, and 4-6" groups make me happy. With a 6" group, you're hitting within 3" of the target every time, which is fine, and plenty good enough for hunting.

[forrest-hunter]

Reading this makes me feel better. My problem is consistency. Some days I shoot 5-8" groups (6 arrows) and other days I would be glad to shoot 8-12" without a flier. It seems I always have a fliers. Back in the 70's when I was shooting 100-150 arrows every day my groups consistently stayed within 4-8".

[Three Arrows]

The original post asked for opinions on his particular grouping during his target shooting practice not on 3d or hunting.  I shoot 3 to 4  inches on most days.  I shoot 25 yards or less in my backyard.  Some days I do much better, some days I pray I hit the bag.  If I group well and hit the bullseye, I stop after a dozen shots.  If I shoot really bad, I get 10 yards away and check my form.

[foamkiller]

I can pull my groups with one hand no matter what distance I shoot. I always pull my arrows with my right hand.