) Thumb around stock. Sling on outside of arm.
No. 2. This shows the common error of lowering the gun from the shoulder
to load it during rapid fire.
[Illustration: CORRECT KNEELING POSITION]
No. 1. Correct kneeling position. Notice that the back of the left arm
(not elbow) is resting on knee.
Notice that the firer is sitting well down on the right leg. This is
essential.
[Illustration: INCORRECT KNEELING POSITION]
No. 1. Thumb is around small of stock. Eye too far from rear sight. The
gun is turned (canted) to the right. The sharp point of the elbow is
resting on the knee which has a tendency to make the position an
unsteady one.
No. 2. The improper manner of loading the gun during rapid fire. He has
lowered the gun from his shoulder to load it, which is "a time-killing"
proposition.
[Illustration: CORRECT PRONE POSITION]
No. 1. Notice the right eye. Notice that the left arm is well under the
gun. Notice where the gun is pressed against the shoulder. Notice
position of right thumb.
No. 2 Notice position of left arm.
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