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Hundreds of rounds PER YEAR? I was firing hundreds of rounds PER WEEK before the price of ammo went through the roof. Understanding how to shoot is a bit like riding a bike. The principles don't change. What does change is the muscle memory and reaction time. It's a perishable skill that requires practice to retain a top level of performance.

I know what you mean. I decided it was worth the price for a good air pistol and a good air rifle, and 90% of my practice is done with them. The other 10% is necessary also, but I can stay proficient for a fraction of the cost, and high-quality air guns are a lot of fun indoors - without worrying about the commute time, the weather or the time of day.

You can retain most of the marksmanship skills with the lowly .22LR. I was shooting 400 rds of 38SPL weekly and reloading it all on Sunday nights. A box of 500 bullets cost about $30. A pound of powder $20. A "box" of 1000 primers $20. Brass lasts 10 to 15 cycles. Enough time for another order from Midway or a purchase at a gun show.