A year or so ago I stopped by to see my friend Doyle. He's quiet, mellow, difficult to offend and wise... as long as you don't cross him. That type of man usually has a remarkable mind.
I wanted to show him my new piece and to brag about how little I paid for it. He looked it over and we shot a few rounds through it. He was impressed with it and then said "There's a lot to be said for a marksman who has only a few guns, because he's probably quite proficient with them. What are you gonna use this one for?"
I do have several pistols. I bought this one "just because"! I hadn't considered a practical application for this little pocket pistol. I have a carry piece already that I am pretty good with so what was my intention for this equipment? It is accurate, cheap to shoot, nostalgic and durable.
I see the logic and wisdom in his question. I'll have to shoot a lot to become proficient with all of my guns! He uses a 1911 and an old hand-me-down S&W model 10 revolver that he shoots regularly.
The lesson for me and you is this: Find a good tool and stick with it! Even my sister knows this with her Ruger P85 MKII that she is remarkable using!
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