Author Topic: July rifle and smoothbore matches are a go - prizes now listed (Read 2994 times)

bob in the woods · « **on:** July 10, 2021, 12:56:52 AM »

OK - I am happy to put on these matches. I hope we'll have some decent participation , but we'll see what happens.

RIFLE MATCH-for fun, we'll have a pretend hunt. You will need to post 2 targets , one with 2 shots and a second with 3 shots. This is to help with scoring. You can shoot multiple targets if you wish . up to 5 pairs , but only your top 2 will be added up for score.
This will be at 25 yards, off hand. Draw 2 lines following the outside edges of the front legs, up and across the body. This will form an X . Any shot that is a fair kill shot in the boiler room, neck, or brain is a 5 count. Any other body hit is a 3, break a leg for a 1 The " X" is for tie breaking.
Closest to the X is the goal. I've looked at this target from 25 yards distance, and I think it will be more difficult than many might think. I'm posting an example of what a deer looks like at 100 yards just for a comparison . The target is available on Targetz # 30010

SMOOTHBORE MATCH- again at 25 yards, off hand. 5 shots
centre hit scores 5 , next ring a 4 , then 3 and the outer black is a 2 Any hit on paper scores a 1 Post your top score. Sighted smoothbores are OK,; just let us know whether you are using a back sight or not The smoothbore target is # 10142
Shoot up to 5 targets if you wish.

As usual, 1/2 ball rule applies
Good luck to all, and have fun.

Prizes as follows- Rifle match- Frank House DVD Smoothbore match - W. White DVD

MuskratMike · « **Reply #1 on:** July 10, 2021, 04:56:19 AM »

Any maximum number of targets? I think there should be to make it fair. I know I am a simple pup but I don't get the "X" drawn on the deer. Can you draw one and post a picture of it?

bob in the woods · « **Reply #2 on:** July 10, 2021, 05:40:48 AM »

Quote from: MuskratMike on July 10, 2021, 04:56:19 AM

Any maximum number of targets? I think there should be to make it fair. I know I am a simple pup but I don't get the "X" drawn on the deer. Can you draw one and post a picture of it?

Thanks Mike. I have allowed a max of 5 targets per match...so the rifle match would have up to 5 pairs of targets etc

Ref the " X" take a ruler and line it up with the outside edge of each of the front legs and draw a line up and through the body. You will get an " X" I will try and post a picture tomorrow

bob in the woods · « **Reply #3 on:** July 10, 2021, 07:00:48 PM »

As per Mike's request, here is an example re the " X"

MuskratMike · « **Reply #4 on:** July 10, 2021, 07:58:47 PM »

Like I said I am a simple pup. Got it, going to be out of town off and on this month but will try to get the targets shot. I used a narrow "white out" to make the "X" then mad 9 copies worked fine.

Maven · « **Reply #5 on:** July 11, 2021, 01:35:14 AM »

Any problem with using a small red orange target dot in that location, bob?

bob in the woods · « **Reply #6 on:** July 11, 2021, 02:28:15 AM »

Quote from: Maven on July 11, 2021, 01:35:14 AM

Any problem with using a small red orange target dot in that location, bob?

No problem.

alacran · « **Reply #7 on:** July 11, 2021, 03:25:12 AM »

First time at the range since getting back home. Unable to shoot at National Forest, because of fire danger.
Shot one pair of targets today.
I penciled in the x but can't be seen in photos.
I count the left target a 13, I am touching the x but not a spider.
Second target is an obvious 8, for a total of 21
I like it, I will shoot it again.

Forgot the particulars. .451 ball , 70 grains goex 3f. bear lubed Jo Ann's pocket drill

bob in the woods · « **Reply #8 on:** July 11, 2021, 03:08:57 PM »

Good shooting . I agree...13 and 8 for a total of 21 Thanks for posting. I'm looking forward to seeing some more

Nessmuck · « **Reply #9 on:** July 13, 2021, 07:20:47 AM »

So I have bring 2 guns …then clean 2 guns…? LoL

bob in the woods · « **Reply #10 on:** July 13, 2021, 03:30:09 PM »

Quote from: Nessmuck on July 13, 2021, 07:20:47 AM

So I have bring 2 guns …then clean 2 guns…? LoL

Only if you want to. You can take part in the rifle match, the smoothbore match, or both.

mwal · « **Reply #11 on:** July 17, 2021, 06:56:05 PM »

Smoothbore entry
25 yds offhand
.610 ball with just tow wadding.
90 gr ffg
Smoothbore 44 in .62 Coleraine barrel with rear sight as it's a smooth rifle

mwal · « **Reply #12 on:** July 17, 2021, 08:08:10 PM »

I believe my entry is scored a 16

Mwal

bob in the woods · « **Reply #13 on:** July 17, 2021, 09:59:41 PM »

Quote from: mwal on July 17, 2021, 08:08:10 PM

I believe my entry is scored a 16

Mwal

Yes, a 16 . Nice shooting. Thanks for posting. There's still 1/2 the month left, so keep shooting

alacran · « **Reply #14 on:** July 19, 2021, 03:46:29 PM »

I shot these yesterday. It was a really crappy day to shoot very windy and overcast. However I had the range to myself. I was shooting my .58 jaeger.
Using 70grains of Goex 2f. 562 ball with bear lubed 12 oz denim. I score this one a 14, as I only nicked the leg in the right target.

PK · « **Reply #15 on:** July 19, 2021, 04:05:52 PM »

First time submitting targets. Here’s a couple smoothbore targets but I don’t know how to score them.

bob in the woods · « **Reply #16 on:** July 19, 2021, 06:43:03 PM »

Quote from: alacran on July 19, 2021, 03:46:29 PM

I shot these yesterday. It was a really crappy day to shoot very windy and overcast. However I had the range to myself. I was shooting my .58 jaeger.
Using 70grains of Goex 2f. 562 ball with bear lubed 12 oz denim. I score this one a 14, as I only nicked the leg in the right target.

I enlarged the targets, and agree. 14 it is

bob in the woods · « **Reply #17 on:** July 19, 2021, 08:05:54 PM »

Thanks for taking part in this smoothbore match PK. Welcome aboard

Ref scoring: The centre is a 5 , next circle is a 4, then a 3, and then a 2 Any hit on paper scores a 1

We use the " 1/2 ball rule" so if your shot dissects a line, the ball must be at least 1/2 in the higher scored zone to allow it. Therefore,
your first target scores a 17
your second target scores as 19. It was a close call with that 5/4 hit, but after enlarging the target, more than 1/2 the ball was in the 4 ring [ but it was close !!!]
Good shooting !

PK · « **Reply #18 on:** July 21, 2021, 12:50:36 PM »

Thanks Bob and thanks for including me in your shoot. Reading the posts above it looks like I can shoot 3 more targets. I’ll get on it.

alacran · « **Reply #19 on:** July 21, 2021, 03:42:03 PM »

Good shooting PK! Does your gun have a rear sight?

PK · « **Reply #20 on:** July 21, 2021, 04:28:29 PM »

Thanks. No rear sight. It’s a Fusil de Chasse, .62 cal. It’s my favorite gun and probably do 90% of my shooting with it.

johnfolchetti · « **Reply #21 on:** July 25, 2021, 06:24:26 PM »

I hope this posts correctly. I think total score is 16.
Kibler .45 SMR 80 gr 3F, .445 ball, .015 linen w/ Mr Flintlock lube.

Nessmuck · « **Reply #22 on:** July 25, 2021, 11:53:56 PM »

It’s been raining so much…when I get a sunny day….shooting is way down on the to do list…and that sucks !

Nessmuck · « **Reply #23 on:** July 31, 2021, 09:25:15 PM »

Just glad to post a target….went this morning. 62 cal…85 Grains FF…Bare .600 ball..mink lubed felt wad. Ghost ring mounted on the rear tang screw.

bob in the woods · « **Reply #24 on:** July 31, 2021, 11:07:13 PM »

Quote from: johnfolchetti on July 25, 2021, 06:24:26 PM

I hope this posts correctly. I think total score is 16.
Kibler .45 SMR 80 gr 3F, .445 ball, .015 linen w/ Mr Flintlock lube.

Hi John. You are correct. That scores 16. Good shooting ! Thanks for taking part

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Author Topic: July rifle and smoothbore matches are a go - prizes now listed (Read 2994 times)