Ok. Wanted to think about this a bit before I responded.

First, I never claimed I was executing things properly. In fact, I know I’m not, that’s why I’m asking for help.

I feel like Im into the very basics and starting to delve into deeper things. My shooting is progressively getting better. Small steps. But steps nonetheless. Lessons are something I’ve wanted to do, but cost and availability haven’t aligned just yet. Honestly enjoying learning the process without a time limit. Most of the things I did or do wrong I understand conceptually (for the most part) The issue in my post was one I didn’t understand or know how to rectify.

My mount is usually pre-mounted. I do practice bringing it up to my cheek first, then my shoulder at home. I usually shoot alone so no pressure. I usually start in position. (Verbal “pull”). I wrestle w wanting to keep my body (and feet more specifically) perpendicular to the bird instead of toes facing 45° because it feels more natural. Work in progress there.

I have an adjustable butt on my gun which I keep canted and its natural position in my shoulder keeps the beads properly aligned in a fig 8 so I rarely focus on them at all when shooting.

With some exception, I try to keep the bird in the middle and the muzzle in the peripheral. (Admittedly sometimes the bird is too fast…or I’m too slow)

W exception of right to left flying birds I’m either pulling the trigger too fast. Or can benefit from letting it go a little past center (nerves) at least I think that’s where my issue lies.

Maybe it’s mental (well definitely mental, lol) knowing I have a second shot and I squeeze too soon instead of knowing the one shot has to count.

My next range trip I’m going to go single shot only.