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Rimfire Benchrest is basically what the name implies. It is a fun and
challenging game, as well as a good equipment test. Any .22 rifle and pistol is
allowed, with any type of sight. Scopes are recommended. (No Magnums
Please.)
Matches are on the second Saturday of each month. Setup is at 0700 with matches
beginning at 0800. The Rifle match is fired first with small silhouettes
at the following ranges:
- Chickens at 50 meters
- Javelina at 100 meters
- Turkeys at 150 meters
- Rams at 200 meters
Shooters draw for position prior to the start of the match and shoot 10 round
relays with 2 minutes for unlimited sighter shots and then 5 minutes for ten
round score. Usually there are enough participants to supply a spotter for each
shooter.
Following the rifle match, the silhouettes are moved to the following ranges for
the pistol match:
- Chickens at 40 meters
- Javelina at 50 meters
- Turkeys at 75 meters
- Rams at 100 meters
Relays for the pistol match are the same format as the rifle match.
Fees are Three dollars per shooter with match fees mostly distributed to the
winning team as prizes. Mats and some sandbags are provided by Zia, but you are
welcome to bring your own rest if you so desire.
Questions may be directed to David Orchard, 298-5921. If you are not sure about
competing, come out and watch. I'm sure you will get the FEVER as most of us do.
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