Well Kafee what can we say:
I hope you too gained some insite as well.
Wind can of course be a problem: and there are several ways in which to overcome this, when ejecting and inserting a new one, the breach should not be left open an excessive time as this can lead to rapid cooling and in-consistancy.
The last thing we want is rapid cooling of the bore now do we, best to keep things on the boil so to speack.
Wind may also be found to be amuzing especially to those experiancing the problem.
With regards to night shooting, this can be very enjoyable by all parties concerned,
although wind can be an issue, a little wind can be very useful, out in the open air who cares, and when you are using 'proper' cannons much less of an issue.
You can generally bang away all night to your hearts content, depends on your stamina and a willing partner or two (normally best done in three's), (for safty reasons.)
And sometimes speed of loading/ejection is of the essence, depending on the circumstances, so taking time is not an option, 'aquire your 'target' and give it the good news, obviously assesing the situation for potential hazards etc.
General pratice having given the good news is to sit back relax, have a smoke,
inspect, and get ready to go again. Generally moving to another area for variety, and causing least disturbance to the other local inhabitants.
Good communication between all concerned is key.
Rushing or haste is certaintly different from a quick one, rushing at night can certainly lead to major disssatifaction, you will often not get a second oportunity to score.
I doubt very much wether Emma's friend is ready to advance to such a level yet, having displayed such poor bolt control in the first place, I doubt he has the stamina, skill or control.
till next time
you all take care