"Practical Shooting Manual" by Matt Burkett [Archive]

Gunruner

06-24-2001, 15:42

Has any one read "Practical Shooting Manual" by Matt Burkett?
Is it worth buying?

Flexmoney

06-24-2001, 17:58

Get it. Get it today.

...and after you have read it and practiced it, come back and ask about what book should BE next.

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Have fun,
Kyle

[This message has been edited by Flexmoney (edited 06-25-2001).]

AndyP

06-25-2001, 01:38

I prefer Michael Plaxco's "Practical Shooting." My own opinion was that Burkett's book was rather thin in content and heavily oriented toward Open guns. Others may disagree, as the worth of a book depends on where one is at concerning knowledge and skills.

Custom Glock Racing

06-25-2001, 05:19

TO date I have found that Burkett is the best mechanics instructor around. The PSM is an excellant book with lots and lots of good info that applies to shooting in general as well as competition. If you not sure give Matt a call 480-949-1553

Hoss

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MarkCO

06-26-2001, 18:12

The book is very good. It applies to shooting in general!

Great instructor too.

Read that, and then go with Enos book.

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AndyP

06-27-2001, 01:36

After reading others' comments, I do recall that Burkett's book is where I learned the correct grip to use. Probably some other things, too. You should get it.

BCarver

06-30-2001, 17:32

Matt's PSM is one of the best resources for improving your current skills. If you apply the principles Matt explains and "track" your progress, I think you'll agree.

I began shooting IPSC in the early 80's and have reviewed most of the books on the market. Matt's PSM is the most comprehensive. I don't think you will regret buying it. Like Hoss said, if in doubt, call Matt.

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"Measure twice and saw once"
Bob

mr. pitiful

07-03-2001, 14:22

i have not yet read Matts book, though i have talked wit him several times on the phone. i bought Brian Enos' book though, uhhhhhhhhh, if you like tons of metaphors and having to think your way around what you think he might be trying to say, it might be for you. I wish Leatham would come out with a book.

Flexmoney

07-03-2001, 19:10

Brian Enos' book is for a little later in the development cycle.

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Have fun,
Kyle

jmy

12-18-2002, 08:26

Highly Recommended.

jmy

Trey

12-18-2002, 18:52

If Brian were here, he might say...

"thinking about shooting will help you learn not to think at all."

I still read BE's book and the PSM. Both have helped me immeasurably.

;f

mattburkett

12-18-2002, 20:43

Trey;Q shooting is nothing and everything at the same time. Wait time doesn't exit its only something we made up so that we don't have enough and can complain.

Zen is easy. Either you have it and don't need it or you need it and can't get it.:cool:

If feel like I should change my sig line to "be in the moment where nothing exists." hehe

I am glad the books have helped you out. If I can ever help you out, give me a call.

Everyone have a Happy Holidays!

Trey

12-18-2002, 22:43

Matt - LOL! ;a

You got me. I've been outquipped in zen by a Master.

----palms in, he bows----

mattburkett

12-19-2002, 10:43

Hehe, Merry Christmas Trey! ;f

BULM5

12-24-2002, 12:18

Matt, got your Vidoes( shooter Connection) as part of my Christmas gift from my other significant. Wasn't able to wait till Christmas eve to open and watch the tape. My wife wasn't happy but I was. Great videos.

mattburkett

12-28-2002, 00:40

Bul, glad your enjoying the videos! We are working on a couple of new ones this month! Should turn out pretty cool. We have a 60 round stage being shot by Blake Miguez in 16 seconds and that was with a stock gun at the AZ 400!

Happy NEW YEAR to everyone!

jmy

12-28-2002, 05:21

Originally posted by mattburkett
Bul, glad your enjoying the videos! We are working on a couple of new ones this month! Should turn out pretty cool. We have a 60 round stage being shot by Blake Miguez in 16 seconds and that was with a stock gun at the AZ 400!

Happy NEW YEAR to everyone!

Matt,
If I am not asking too much,could you please inform me right away as soon as your new videos become available.
THANKS.

jmy
michael1@Info.com.ph

mattburkett

12-28-2002, 09:43

Don't worry, I will try to annoy everyone with an announcement. :-) I take it that means you liked the first set. ;a
Take care and kick some butt on the range!