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If my intended target is close enough that I could reasonably expect to hit it with a rock, point shooting has definite advantages when time and speed are critical. OTOH, if my target is so far away I can't expect a reasonable (better than 50/50) chance of hitting a 6" target - which for me is around 50' - aim is what I will do rather than simply point. I also feel that if the target (read that as BG) is that far away, I'm also probably far enough from him to try and make a hasty retreat to a safer location unless I'm already under fire myself.
The bottom line for me is if the BG/target is generally less than 30' away, I'd feel comfortable using a "point" method in most situations. Anything over 50' - unless I'm forced to do otherwise - and I'll "aim" my gun. The area between the two is a judgment call depending on the circumstances (lighting, weather, location, cover available, bystanders, etc). FWIW, these are my limits. Everyone has to decide for themselves what their personal limits are, if any.
Finally, I will always try to as accurately as possible aim my gun IF I HAVE THE TIME AND CAN SAFELY DO SO.
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