rad_112176 Posted August 19, 2007 Report Share Posted August 19, 2007 I was shooting my bow today and tried shooting with both eyes open. It really seamed to help me on my longer yardage shots ( 30 to 40 ). At 20 yrds it was a much better group with one eye shut. How do most of you guys shoot as far as one eye closed or both eyes open? The guys that shoot with both eyes open, do you think there is something that makes this a better way to shoot? I know i just need to shoot what makes me a better shot, but interested to hear both sides of this one. Thanks . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest COACH J. Posted August 19, 2007 Report Share Posted August 19, 2007 I have never tried both eyes open I do fine with one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimPic Posted August 19, 2007 Report Share Posted August 19, 2007 I shoot both open.You get a better field of vision,better depth perception and quicker target aquisition Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michiganbowhunter_SQ2 Posted August 19, 2007 Report Share Posted August 19, 2007 i am left eye dominant and shoot right handed so both eyes open is out of the question for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LifeNRA Posted August 19, 2007 Report Share Posted August 19, 2007 I shoot with both eyes open. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Washi Posted August 19, 2007 Report Share Posted August 19, 2007 I usually have both eyes open until just before I make the shot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoytbowhunter Posted August 19, 2007 Report Share Posted August 19, 2007 I have to close one eye or my sight picture gets blurry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
revhard Posted August 20, 2007 Report Share Posted August 20, 2007 I agree with JimPic.. seems to give better depth perception. and in low light conditions, you need all the help you can get! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted August 20, 2007 Report Share Posted August 20, 2007 i used to shoot with one eye closed. but got into shooting with both open after a friend recomended that i try it. it sure helped me see dark targets on 3d courses better. so i just started shooting with both open. but you must shoot which way works for you. i shot for many years with one eye closed and have done very well. sometime during the summer is best to try it. that way you can decide if it works for you. im a firm believer that the last month before bow season starts you should have all your problems solved and be practicing the same shooting form and gear you will be hunting with. not only does this build confidence, but it saves on headaches and frustration. that way you go into the season like a well oiled machine and you wont be running around trying to get everything done 1 week before the season. Shoot Strong Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogg6 Posted August 20, 2007 Report Share Posted August 20, 2007 I shoot with one open. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Widowmaker Posted August 20, 2007 Report Share Posted August 20, 2007 not like this;)...like this:eek: haha! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hutchies Posted August 20, 2007 Report Share Posted August 20, 2007 One eye.......Never could focus when trying both eyes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bownarow Posted August 20, 2007 Report Share Posted August 20, 2007 One eye.......Never could focus when trying both eyes. This is a good point. I have a hard time focusing with both eyes completely open too. I've found that if I open my left eye slightly, just enought to let in more light and visibility, then it doesn't fight my right eye for focus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowtech_archer07 Posted August 20, 2007 Report Share Posted August 20, 2007 I can shoot either way. When I shoot with one eye open it helps me focus in on the target and only the spot that i'm aiming at. When I shoot with both eyes open I can see everything around the target as well as the target but I have a little more trouble focusing in on the spot that i'm aiming at. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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