[Took a sporting clays lesson yesterday = mind blown]

I have been shooting skeet and clays for 15 years now, with a fair amount of success. It is almost the exact opposite of what you do for pistol shooting. Look at the target ONLY, and wack at the trigger when it seems right.

There is no faster way to get better than to take good lessons, then practice what you have learned. Often this is difficult if you shoot where they throw fixed rounds and keep score. If you can find a club where you can set up shots to learn and practice a particular presentation, you will improve much more quickly than if you are constantly trying to figure out all the shots on a five stand course. Nothing inhibits the willingness to experiment with technique more than a score card.

If you ever get a chance to take a lesson with Anthony Matarese, DO IT!

Good luck on the journey.

PGG

I have a lesson set with Anthony this Sunday. I have been shooting a lot at M&M Hunting Preserve and really enjoy the laid back scene. Myself, I have lead issues and really hope he can help.

[M&P Boom!]

I would send it back and explain exactly what you think happened. Being honest is the best policy. You Worst case they send it back and say thanks for coming.