1 Eye vs. 2 Eye Aiming

[LandDiver]

I've noticed this a handful of times now, where I draw back and I can see the target clear as day with both eyes open through the peep hole. Pin is centered on the target, and I can clearly see my level. I have even released the arrow to verify it and it works great. My only problem is I can't reproduce that every time. I love how clearly I can see through the peep, what's around, and especially my target. Not to mention no strain on keeping my left eye close.

Anybody have any tips I could try to practice while in the house? I am right hand and right eye dominant.

Thank you.

 

[HSi-ESi]

I know folks have used a "blinder" on their non-dominant eye to help train themselves with the "2 eye technique". I am lucky in that I've never had that issue (hand guns, rifle and bow) - so I can't speak to the efficiency in how it works. Just something I've seen / read.

 

[LandDiver]

Thanks for the reply. I'm still over here trying to figure it out lol. Been working on my hold and keeping the pin centered on a dot. Actually a pretty nice improvement in just a day. I'll keep trying though, it'd be nice to learn that technique.

 

[El Jason]

Make sure your peep isn't rotating on you and giving you a different sight picture. Are you consistent in your anchor and head position. Keep at it, you are much better off with both eyes open.

 

[El Jason]

The next step is learning to focus on the target and not the pin. You should see your pin on the target and then let it blur out as you focus solely on the target itself.

 

[LandDiver]

Make sure your peep isn't rotating on you and giving you a different sight picture. Are you consistent in your anchor and head position. Keep at it, you are much better off with both eyes open.

Yes anchor is consistent. I also have a kisser on my string to help me. Keeping my elbow high is something I'm trying to keep consistent as I notice that sometimes my elbow drops slowly.

The next step is learning to focus on the target and not the pin. You should see your pin on the target and then let it blur out as you focus solely on the target itself.

Thank you. I will practice this today.