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APRIL 2018 PISTOL CHALLENGE
INTRO:
This MONTHLY PISTOL SHOOTOUT is open to ALL Taurus Armed forum members.
:right_arrow: Targets and results can be submitted to this thread any time throughout the competition month.
:right_arrow: ANY target may be used for categories 1- 6 the only requirement is a defined center - a dot or an "X" is all you need.
:right_arrow: Only one target per class will be counted BUT if a second try yields a better result - submit it and that will count as your entry.
:right_arrow: Entrants can shoot as many or few categories as they wish - shoot one or shoot 'em all it is up to you and your ammo supply!
:right_arrow: The use of TAURUS products is highly encouraged in all classes but is not required. Bring 'em out!!
RULE: ALL distances are to be shot standing or sitting, using a safe shooting stance that suits the shooter, no gun rests.
:hand54: Laser sights and unmagnified red dots are permitted in all classes without restriction.
CLASSES:
:shootin: Cat. #1 - Caliber .17 or .22, rim fire revolver or pistol, iron sights or unmagnified red dot sights, any barrel length. 5 shots, ANY target
:shootin: Cat. #2A - Any caliber, center fire revolver or pistol, Iron sights or unmagnified red dot sights, barrel must be 3” or under. 5 shots, ANY target
:shootin: Cat. #2B - Any caliber, center fire revolver or pistol, Iron sights or unmagnified red dot sights, barrel must be over 3" and under 4.5”. 5 shots, ANY target
:shootin: Cat. #3 - Any caliber, center fire revolver or pistol, Iron sights or unmagnified red dot sights, barrel must be OVER 4.5” . 5 shots, ANY target
:guns: Cat. #4 - Caliber .17 or .22, rim fire revolver or pistol, Iron sights or unmagnified red dot sights - any barrel length - 5 shots, ANY target
:guns: Cat. #5 - Any caliber, center fire revolver or pistol, iron sights or unmagnified red dot sights, barrel must be 4.5” or under - 5 shots, ANY target
:guns: Cat. #6 - Any caliber, center fire revolver or pistol, iron sights or unmagnified red dot sights, barrels over 4.5” - 5 shots, ANY target
April's Category #7A - AR Pistol, iron sights or unmagnified red dot sights - 5 shots, ANY target, 7 yards
April's Category #7B - AR Pistol, iron sights or unmagnified red dot sights - 5 shots, ANY target, 15 yards
HOW TO SCORE:
Post a picture (or scan) of the target you want to submit with the measurement below - use calipers, a ruler or use the FREE version of "On Target"
Download here (a great tool) >>>>http://www.ontargetshooting.com/download1.html<<<<
Measure all shots from center-to-center of the holes.
ALSO: Post the model and caliber of the handgun and ammo used (WITH an image please).
:icon_question: Questions: PM me OR refer to past month's results.
CLASS WINNERS will be posted ASAP for each class with ALL competitors’ scores also listed in descending order.
DEADLINE: All entries must be shot by midnight Sunday, April 30 and posted here by Midnight, April 30!
IDEALLY scoring looks like this:
Cat #1
S&W WHizBang - 4.5" barrel
SightCo red dot 1x sight
CCI 22 LR 40 gr LRN
Group 1.234"
Far shot .567"
SCORE 1.801
We gotta see the targets AND the guns!
:nopics:
INTRO:
This MONTHLY PISTOL SHOOTOUT is open to ALL Taurus Armed forum members.
:right_arrow: Targets and results can be submitted to this thread any time throughout the competition month.
:right_arrow: ANY target may be used for categories 1- 6 the only requirement is a defined center - a dot or an "X" is all you need.
:right_arrow: Only one target per class will be counted BUT if a second try yields a better result - submit it and that will count as your entry.
:right_arrow: Entrants can shoot as many or few categories as they wish - shoot one or shoot 'em all it is up to you and your ammo supply!
:right_arrow: The use of TAURUS products is highly encouraged in all classes but is not required. Bring 'em out!!
RULE: ALL distances are to be shot standing or sitting, using a safe shooting stance that suits the shooter, no gun rests.
:hand54: Laser sights and unmagnified red dots are permitted in all classes without restriction.
CLASSES:
- 7 Yard Classes
:shootin: Cat. #1 - Caliber .17 or .22, rim fire revolver or pistol, iron sights or unmagnified red dot sights, any barrel length. 5 shots, ANY target
:shootin: Cat. #2A - Any caliber, center fire revolver or pistol, Iron sights or unmagnified red dot sights, barrel must be 3” or under. 5 shots, ANY target
:shootin: Cat. #2B - Any caliber, center fire revolver or pistol, Iron sights or unmagnified red dot sights, barrel must be over 3" and under 4.5”. 5 shots, ANY target
:shootin: Cat. #3 - Any caliber, center fire revolver or pistol, Iron sights or unmagnified red dot sights, barrel must be OVER 4.5” . 5 shots, ANY target
- 15 yard Classes
:guns: Cat. #4 - Caliber .17 or .22, rim fire revolver or pistol, Iron sights or unmagnified red dot sights - any barrel length - 5 shots, ANY target
:guns: Cat. #5 - Any caliber, center fire revolver or pistol, iron sights or unmagnified red dot sights, barrel must be 4.5” or under - 5 shots, ANY target
:guns: Cat. #6 - Any caliber, center fire revolver or pistol, iron sights or unmagnified red dot sights, barrels over 4.5” - 5 shots, ANY target
April's Category #7A - AR Pistol, iron sights or unmagnified red dot sights - 5 shots, ANY target, 7 yards
April's Category #7B - AR Pistol, iron sights or unmagnified red dot sights - 5 shots, ANY target, 15 yards
HOW TO SCORE:
Post a picture (or scan) of the target you want to submit with the measurement below - use calipers, a ruler or use the FREE version of "On Target"
Download here (a great tool) >>>>http://www.ontargetshooting.com/download1.html<<<<
- Post the size measurement of the 5 shot group.
- Post the far shot flyer distance from center of the target.
- Add the two numbers together - this number is your total SCORE.
Measure all shots from center-to-center of the holes.
ALSO: Post the model and caliber of the handgun and ammo used (WITH an image please).
:icon_question: Questions: PM me OR refer to past month's results.
CLASS WINNERS will be posted ASAP for each class with ALL competitors’ scores also listed in descending order.
DEADLINE: All entries must be shot by midnight Sunday, April 30 and posted here by Midnight, April 30!
- Obviously being the internet, this is an "honor system" competition for fun. Shot group measurements on the target whether by ruler, calipers, or software is required as is the measurement of the farthest shot from center.
- Post photos of the gun(s) used in the shootout. Range photos are appreciated (not required) for fun and local color!
- PLEASE post gun, ammo and score info below the target image - that is a HUGE time saver when scoring the challenge! THANKS!
IDEALLY scoring looks like this:
Cat #1
S&W WHizBang - 4.5" barrel
SightCo red dot 1x sight
CCI 22 LR 40 gr LRN
Group 1.234"
Far shot .567"
SCORE 1.801
We gotta see the targets AND the guns!
:nopics:
