Ask the Expert: 10 Questions with ’30 Cal Gal’ Anette Wachter

By Doug Larson

Some people seem to have a natural talent for a particular skill. But that’s not enough to make one successful. The drive to succeed and the knowledge of how to apply that skill are essential to becoming successful in a particular field or endeavor. One who seems to have all these characteristics is Anette Wachter, who, in a relatively short period of time, has secured a place on the U.S. National Rifle Team.

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We at Special Weapons recently asked her to share with our readers how she managed to be so successful.

Special Weapons: How’d you get interested in shooting?

Anette Wachter: I did not grow up around guns. I’m a city kid, but my ex-husband introduced me to NRA High Power matches in 2006. He bought me a Compass Lake AR for Christmas, and I loved it. In fact, I caught up to his level of Master in only two seasons. I excelled at the 600-yard prone, so another shooter asked if I wanted to try Palma. I borrowed one of his rifles, he helped me sight it in, and the …Read the Rest

Source:: Tactical Life