[JackP]

Hi,

I am quite new to slingshots but use TTF and as well as OTT.

My question is how to aim 'off', where the reference point is above the target when taking a long shot (expecting the projectile to drop to the target), because the target goes under the bands and cannot be seen.

This phenomenon does not arise when shooting OTT slingshots.

Any advice please?

Thank you.

 

[Ibojoe]

Welcome to the forum. Maybe try lowering your anchor until the frame lines up with the target.
Or use a smaller frame. There's too many variables to know without some specifics.

 

[Island made]

Are you closing one eye? Because with both eyes open the fork shouldn’t block your target.. sure the fork will be over/on top of the target But you should still be able to see it no problem. I have a few ttf frames with wide fork gaps and I just make a small pencil mark on my fork.

 

[KawKan]

Kind of what Island Made said.

Open both eyes, at least long enough to mentally lock in the aiming point.

One note, when shooting at longer ranges, it seems like when the ammo starts dropping, it drops off quickly!

 

[Reed Lukens]

For me, it really depends first on knowing your slingshot's limitations. I have one woods shot that I take at around 200+ yards, the slingshot is at almost a 45° angle and there's a 6" round hole through the trees that I've blasted through with a shotgun to be able to make the shot hit about a 3" target at the end of my Wrist-Rocket's full capabilities. Only certain bands can make it even come close. When aiming high, I change my hold point to next to my eye, so that I can use the bands as a pointer and then pick the spot on the inside of the band pointing over the target that hits the right distance between my eye and hand. This way, it's my eyes doing the work and it's the best distance technique that I've used for my style.

 

[Northerner]

With TTF I anchor lower for longer shots. I prefer a narrow 80-85mm fork width so I can anchor on the ear flap that covers your ear hole (tragus). This works well for 10-20 yards. For longer distances I might anchor at the bottom of the tragus or the ear lobe. For very long shots I anchor on the bottom edge of the lobe.

 

[JackP]

Hi All,

Thank you all, for your valuable input.

Yes, I do aim with with one eye closed for better definition. Shall try with both eyes open ... a good tip !

I must also try Reed's tip about shooting extreme distances. But first I want to be proficient up to 15 M

I am able to raise or lower the POI by shifting my anchor point. However, I am trying to learn to shoot at different distances with the same anchor point, hence my question. Good to learn both methods.

I use a GZK Titanium Sideway TTF SS4 slingshot that I acquired about two weeks ago which I am extremely happy with and another Chinese-made OTT with rather narrow forks and a couple of homemade wooden ones.

But the GZK is undoubtedly much superior and I intend to stick with this.

Been shooting catapults as a kid but now a new hobby / sport has opened up, thanks to Covid19 ! Never knew that it would this addictive. I am thoroughly enjoying shooting, cutting bands, experimenting and so on.

 

[JackP]

HI,

I did try aiming with both eyes open,But still unable to see a target below the TTF bands, when aiming 'off'.

My right eye is the master and hold the slingshot with my left hand.

Am I doing something wrong ?

 

[Northerner]

"I am trying to learn to shoot at different distances with the same anchor point"

This can be a problem with TTF unless you launch ammo at some crazy fast speed to flatter the trajectory. If you are using a 4" or wider fork, TTF design, and a fixed anchor point then you will quickly reach your distance limit. As you learned, the fork will cover your target and your aiming becomes guessing. The only solution is to lower your anchor point or speed up your ammo. My TTF frame has a narrow 80mm fork width and I ear walk to reach out to 20, 30 and 40 yards. I use 7mm steel to get 220-250 fps.

 

[Northerner]

Another idea...

Try a low anchor point with your 95mm wide GZK frame. Maybe try an earlobe anchor or maybe just at the bottom of the lobe so your thumb knuckle touches. You can maintain this anchor point for all shooting and just aim under at close distances (gap shoot). Your max distance would be where you can aim with the fork notch on the center of the target. This distance will depend on your ammo speed. For long distances you could go with a light 7mm steel ball.

 

[JackP]

Another idea...

Try a low anchor point with your 95mm wide GZK frame. Maybe try an earlobe anchor or maybe just at the bottom of the lobe so your thumb knuckle touches. You can maintain this anchor point for all shooting and just aim under at close distances (gap shoot). Your max distance would be where you can aim with the fork notch on the center of the target. This distance will depend on your ammo speed. For long distances you could go with a light 7mm steel ball.

This is a good idea.

Thanks Northerner