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You are solving somebody else\u2019s problem with a gun in your hand, which is exactly what will happen if you need to use lethal force. In that moment, the precious slivers of a second you save because you didn\u2019t panic at a shooting match can make a world of difference in your life.<\/span>\r\n\r\nPractical shooting competitions are also filled with some of the greatest people on earth. The sport welcomes newcomers, and you\u2019ll soon learn how to safely navigate your way around a match.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nWhich is one of the hidden gems about competition shooting. There are precious few places where you can get accustomed to carrying a pistol in a holster around with you for hours at a time. A practical shooting match, however, is one of those venues. 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