6 O'clock Hold Even with Red Dot Sight?
Just wondering if anyone does this. I've noticed a tendency to shoot tighter groups with a red dot sight when using a smaller target. The full-sized aiming black gives me some room to wander so to...
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Today's matches
We made probably our last treck to Jackson TN for Brocs lever action Silhouette match.... he started off weak but brought a decent score in his second 22 match. Seems like he is slow to warm up and...
View ArticleHelp me pick my IDPA gun
I've done one IDPA competition in the past. It was about 10 years ago. I couldn't afford ammo to do so regularly, picked up some cheaper hobbies, and it's been a while. I'd like to get back into it...
View ArticleUSPSA Minor Load for Czechmate
Found nothing specific on this gun plus AA7 for minor. But I am currently shooting 10.3gr of AA7, over 115gr CMJ, loaded to 1.165" with a 10lb spring, yielding 169 PF. I'm now looking for some feedback...
View ArticleWhen you’re hot…
League tonight, hot (90+) wind in our faces. Coming off a bad week (206/250). 16 yards, 25,25,24,25,25. 224/225. Handicap, 24 yards, 21, 17, 19, 25, 24. Down side, probably at 25 or 26 next week.
View ArticleMy first competition
I will be competing in the shootsig competition tomorrow and it will be my first time in this kind of shooting environment. I have watched the stages on the shootsig website and it doesn't seem too...
View ArticleWhat 9mm, bullets, do the pro's shoot?
I met a few of the awesome pro shooters at the last NRA. I had a great time chatting with them. By the time it was over, I realized I had failed to ask any of them what 9mm loads they shot. I've heard...
View Article2 Gun Competition question
I see different divisions for gun types, are there different age groups and beginners to experts within the age groups? I understand different events might differ, but when I look at the events on the...
View ArticleBowling Pin Shoots Anyone?
Never has been much in the way of competition shoots in my area besides those at private clubs, but the local PD is going to start hosting some bowling Pin Shoots in the upcoming weeks. I'm hesitant to...
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Trapshooting... really got me down
So I picked up the trapshooting habit about four years ago, and I really enjoy it! Enjoyed it anyway The problem is I got pretty good, more or less steady progress until I was in the 20s, came close to...
View ArticleBullseye Pistol
Shot my first Bullseye match with a borrowed gun and I sucked. But let me tell you, I love it. I'm ready to do it more. What are some good entry level 1911's? What ammo is preferred for each of the...
View ArticlePolice Pistol Combat Shooting
Does anyone do this type of competition? I was thinking of trying something different from bullseye.
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USPSA Targets
Looking for advice on where you folks purchase(not make) these. Seemed pretty pricey on Amazon and Midway. Thanks
View ArticleLawsuit against USPSA
This was an interesting Thread over at Brian Enos's forums, thought some members may be interested. https://forums.brianenos.com/topic/308866-lawsuit-against-uspsa/ Link more information on the...
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I shot in the Texas State Highpower Championship this weekend
It was a well run match with a lot of very accomplished shooters. Several of the 54 in attendance were current and past champions including a few record holders. The format was 6 individual matches, 3...
View ArticleOne stinking bird
Missed my chance today to be the oldest club trap champion by one bird! Not my best but for the day, OK. 47/50 at 16 yards and 48/50 at handicap. Beat by a 96. Like a Cubbie, I say “Wait til next year.”
View Article7-1/2 Shot vs 8 For Skeet?
I shoot 1-1/8 oz 12ga loads, skeet chokes. Is there any practical difference for informal skeet shooting?
View ArticleFun League Begins
Summer trap league is done. Tough competition. Next, eight week "combo" league. A round of 16 yard trap and a round of skeet each week. I generally shoot my 48 year old TB and my semi-ancient 1100 for...
View ArticleA Real Eye-Opener
Recently, I watched a couple episodes of "accurate rifle shooting" aired on the Outdoor channel (Shooting USA) and was astonished to notice that almost none of the competitors were wearing shooting...
View ArticleWhy do some use high power scopes for 22lr comps.
Something that has me wondering lately. Do they shoot long distances? I always thought of a 22 as a 100 yard rifle max for being accurate.
View ArticleBowling pin shoot 11/26 (south central Ohio)
Hosted by Greenfield Police Dept @VFW Ranch Greenfield, Ohio 45123 11.26.2023 12:00PM $10 per class. Class winners split 50/50 with PD. Single elimination tournament, head to head competition. First to...
View ArticleOver-under or Semi for clay games?
I currently shoot trap and sporting, with the occasional round of skeet to mix it up. As I am progressing, I'm trying to decide if I should spend the money on an over under, or upgrade/replace my...
View ArticlePOI Using Iron Sights at Various Distances
I thought this might be the right forum to ask this question. As some background, I am starting to get into competitive shooting and practicing a lot on honing loads for a variety of rifles. I am...
View ArticleFront rest placement
Quick question for you serious shooters, where do you place your rifle on the front rest? I've experienced a lot of vertical stringing when I place it near the tip of the stock and I can't get a good...
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H & R USRA Pistol and modified butt of grip
I had originally posted this in the repairs section thinking I’d just plug the holes in the butt of the grip, or maybe not, and now that I have the pistol in hand, I won’t. Presumably this late 1930s...
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