I think it depends on what you want out of a shooting sport.
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I tried FT for a while. But for me, it was a bit too regimented, there was a bit too much gun snobbery, and it didnÂ’t seem particularly friendly. (Could have just been that one club)
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HFT on the other hand, is more varied, and I found it much more informal. People also seemed more accepting of less experienced shooters, and more affordable equipment.