Well, It is time for a military Postal shoot. What ever target you prefer, 100, 150,200 yard targets at 100 yards. No bench rest! Prone, Sitting, Standing are all legal! 4 target max for each three! 12 Target shoot! No more. The best 3 of Twelve you submit( any of the three, or a combo)! You Must mail them in. Send all results to me via PM, and mail! The mods have access so no funny business on my end! Bolt action- any Mauser, Steyr, Enfeild, Mosin-Nagant, "03 with original iron sights are welcome, This does include Jap, South American and Chinese rifles. A 50's 1960's FR8 or FR7, MK2a are in the mix, all others must be Pre 1960's. Original Caliber only! NO Bench! No Slings to lock up! Straight carry slings are OK! More than 1 Rifle can be entered, each one separately! A great way to burn some ammo! Please list Rifle, Year made. and ammo specs! Please list only your rifles, no lend from a friend! All rifles to be used must be posted Here! You have till 6/1/07 to practice, It starts on 6/2 and ends on 6/30/07.


PS I have not shot in 3 months!. Hit 'em hard, Jim

Just checking:
4 targets at 100 yards - mail best 3?
How many shots per target?
How about scopes?

Just checking:
4 targets at 100 yards - mail best 3?
How many shots per target?
How about scopes?

12 Targets, 3 best, either sitting, standing or prone 4 of each. No more than 3 targets per position. Standard 5 round. No scopes! Iron only! If it has a peep as issued ok! Example.. No4Mk1, FR8...
Off hand! No sling, no bench! Jim


Edit, No Rest! Remember, an 8" or more group can win easily. So just shoot!
Off hand is not easy, but it is fun! If you feel more comfortable shooting at longer ranges, please do!

Reckon I'm out. Scheduled for cataract surgery June 5. Might or might not be able to shoot by the deadline.

Charley, Would it help if it went from 6/15 to 7/15?

Here is a target for those who need one! http://www.beartoothbullets.com/pdf/target_bw.pdf

Charley, Would it help if it went from 6/15 to 7/15?

Here is a target for those who need one! http://www.beartoothbullets.com/pdf/target_bw.pdf

I appreciate the offer. Just don't know right now. Mrs. Charley had the same procedure done last year, and three weeks later her CHL qualification score jumped from about 200 to the 230s (250 poosible). I will have to see what the implant does. If not this match, maybe the next.

So There is no one that wants to shoot? Come on guys, I feel stupid now! None of the Mods? Jim

I'll even lend you a rifle and give you the ammo! Jim

Ya I'll shoot! Is this a cast only deal?
I'll bring my M39 and my Nr4 Mk2.
Offhand,Sitting and Prone, no slings right?

Ya I'll shoot! Is this a cast only deal?
I'll bring my M39 and my Nr4 Mk2.
Offhand,Sitting and Prone, no slings right?


Cast or jacketed bullet. Offhand is correct. Your the 1st. Jim

Jim,
Don't have any rifle you listed. Give me your recommendations and I'll go look for 1!
Greg

Greg, if it is bolt action military rifle, iron sights the is the requirement. What do you have? Jim

None of those. Semi autos's and a few lever actions all except my sons chipmunk 22. I'm going down this morning to see what I can find. Old military are all semi's . M1 carbine, AR, Mini 14's, MAK90 and the Cetme. I have a hankering for something new.
I'll let you know if I find something so I can play.
Thanks,
Greg

JP, lemme see if I can get out.
Printing targets as I type but if the baby decides she's coming NOW and she is due any day, I may not be getting out.

I've got the No 4 MK I, the Turk M1938 and the M24/47 and I just decapped and sized 40 cases of .303 to reload.

Hmmmm. Sounds like fun

JP, lemme see if I can get out.
Printing targets as I type but if the baby decides she's coming NOW and she is due any day, I may not be getting out.

I've got the No 4 MK I, the Turk M1938 and the M24/47 and I just decapped and sized 40 cases of .303 to reload.

Hmmmm. Sounds like fun


Sounds like 3 entries to me! I really don't think the wife would understand if you were shooting when she went into labor and missed it! Good luck, and send me a PM for my address when you are done. Jim

Sounds like 3 entries to me! I really don't think the wife would understand if you were shooting when she went into labor and missed it! Good luck, and send me a PM for my address when you are done. Jim


She is pretty understanding but I think that would be a tad bit over the line. :p

So long as I'm only 20 minutes from home or the hospital I think I'm okay. This is our, her first and I have twins from my first marriage. They turn 10 on the 15th. I'm looking at matching .22 rimfires for them as this is the year they graduate to that. It is our new little girl I was asking about a pink rifle for. Thinking more spring green and pastel yellow now for her. :D


HEY JP!!!
I almost forgot!

I've got a Romanian M1969. What about that at 100 yards for the postal shoot? ;) :D

Jim,
I'm in! Don't have the rifle yet but I will!
Thanks,
Greg

Glad someone identified the target to be used, I was going to use a 1000 yard long rang target! He He He.

maybe this is a good excuse to get a garand or an ar-15 (is that legal), don't think wifey would understand though

maybe this is a good excuse to get a garand or an ar-15 (is that legal), don't think wifey would understand though


Sorry JB this is strictly bolt guns. You could get a Finn M39. Maybe a Semi auto shoot will be in the fall! Jim

Canceled! Thanks for the support Mods! Not worth the time. I guess if I was in Idaho, Arizona or Louisiana it would have been different. Really dissapointed in the "no shooter catagory" Your talking, and 2 mods do the surplus thing, but no support, no activity!!! See you around. James Patterson


Why is it Ranch dogs postal is up, JB's 2 year post is still pinned? I am pissed!!
What a joke, you talk, but I am putting in my time and no one gives a ****!

JP. I just saw your rant on the General and came over to see what was going on. I don't read the MILItary thread but I would have shot my Mosine, probably. It is russian and can't stay on paper at 100 yds even with rolling my own, but I could have shot a few targets for giggles. In fact when I shoot it it always makes me giggle.

I am kinda glad I did not know about it because I have a hard time getting to shoot much these days. If it was not for the Ranch Dog I probably would not shoot at all except to get ready for season.

I will watch this Military thing form now on as much as I can. Sorry it did not work out.

Com'on Jim,
Because of you I have a new/old Swiss K31 (1944) which I am dieing to shoot in 1 of your postal matches. You know us young'uns are just real busy keeping this country ours right here at home! You also got me back into reloading because of the 7.55 Swiss. Com'on let me show you soon how this thing shoots, ok?
Thanks for the new weapon, the reloading eqpt. and all of the advice!
God bless,
Greg

OK!!

Jim:

I will oblige you and will try to shoot my M44 with it's new 2x20 BSA pistol scope at 100 yards off hand even with my MYOFASCIAL PAIN SYNDROME (http://members.aol.com/fibroworld/mps.htm). Can't guarantee the results. I understand I can't use my sling to steady my right arm? Is that correct?

Your bud,

jean

Even if there are 3 or 4 of use, I am still in. Jean, you and I know each other, I do know what you are dealing with. So I will leave it up to the other Members, They have my word that this is a ligitemute situation. But, the more the merrier.
OK, Last time, Any bolt action open sight Military rifle, made before 1962 (This way the Ishy enfields can play) Original sights only! Use the Target posted, PM me for my address. I will post winners. Lets carry this though July 29th. Please PM my if you want in. I do appologize for any issues I have created. Jean, in a 3 position shoot the ground, and knee or thigh supports the arm in Sitting position, and the ground in Prone. Jim

I'll see if I can't bum an 03-A3 off a buddy and get some targets shot

I made the thread a sticky, since the shoot seems to be on again.

Good luck guys.

Even if there are 3 or 4 of use, I am still in. Jean, you and I know each other, I do know what you are dealing with. So I will leave it up to the other Members, They have my word that this is a ligitemute situation. But, the more the merrier.
OK, Last time, Any bolt action open sight Military rifle, made before 1962 (This way the Ishy enfields can play) Original sights only! Use the Target posted, PM me for my address. I will post winners. Lets carry this though July 29th. Please PM my if you want in. I do appologize for any issues I have created. Jean, in a 3 position shoot the ground, and knee or thigh supports the arm in Sitting position, and the ground in Prone. Jim

Jim:

I will do it prone. It will be first time in years but better than standing w/o support.

jean

Woohoo!
I am going to get to shoot this Swiss for real! Ok we're on! Jim where is the target posted that you mentioned. Before you said a 100 or 200 yard site. Anybody want in, there in by me whatever the special circumstances! I'll PM you to keep it all legal and maybe you could repost that target. On 2nd thought can I just use a 100 yard target? It's on now, no excuses, I'm in and will get this done this time! Come on Jim, Jean, JB, Greg and who else was in? Come on Mike you have a lot of time on your hands now with the little one here and all. You've got family helping so come on!

Thanks guys,
Greg

Woohoo!
I am going to get to shoot this Swiss for real! Ok we're on! Jim where is the target posted that you mentioned. Before you said a 100 or 200 yard site. Anybody want in, there in by me whatever the special circumstances! I'll PM you to keep it all legal and maybe you could repost that target. On 2nd thought can I just use a 100 yard target? It's on now, no excuses, I'm in and will get this done this time! Come on Jim, Jean, JB, Greg and who else was in? Come on Mike you have a lot of time on your hands now with the little one here and all. You've got family helping so come on!

Thanks guys,
Greg

rhino:


I will do anything laying down (even shooting)! I also have to get the specs as I have some targets already.

jean

Jean,
That's ok, I think I'll have to dig a hole to rest my belly in to shoot prone, ha!
Greg

Jean,
That's ok, I think I'll have to dig a hole to rest my belly in to shoot prone, ha!
Greg

Hey! Can we use those blow up camp mattresses???:p

Jean, I was thinking some of the guys might need a Sealy Posturepedic. :D

I was going to write and complain about a lack of time but the extension is a very welcome thing. I may take the Turk, the M24/47 and the SMLE, and just shoot each to send you a handful of ugly targets. :p Three rifles, three positions, at least nine targets. If I can get them on the paper...

Would it maybe be possible to put a link thread (locked and stuck) in the Rifles and Rifle Cartridges and/or General Discussion as well?

Jean, I was thinking some of the guys might need a Sealy Posturepedic. :D

I was going to write and complain about a lack of time but the extension is a very welcome thing. I may take the Turk, the M24/47 and the SMLE, and just shoot each to send you a handful of ugly targets. :p Three rifles, three positions, at least nine targets. If I can get them on the paper...

Mike:

I got one but all I have is a second car I use for all my shooting. It's a 92 VW Jetta and no matter how I try I can't get that d**n mattress in the car. Maybe I'll get hook up wheelbarrow wheels and drive it to the site.

Where do you shoot Jean? Irving land? My son took a bull moose near St Croix lake a few years ago.
Good luck in the match.
Pepe Ray

Jpattorsonnh:

I will give it a try. i have several ww2 era rifles. i will catch you later for the details,

locoman

Jim,
Went to shoot today since I'm on vacation this week. Pulled the Swede out and went. The range was under water and the road was under water and thus closed. Wow, it might make it easier to shoot from the prone position, Just need some floaties!
Greg

box up some of that water and send it up here please!!

Jim,
Concerning that Swede you suggested I buy. Well I was reading on Classic Arms and saw that the weapons were ID'd under the butt plate and sure enough I took mine apart and there it was.
Dallenbach Alfredi
Sch Fus. Kp IV/49
Schnottwil

the flip side


833'210

Thought this was interesting, but haven't a clue what it means, His name I got, beyond that nada.

Greg

Jim,
Concerning that Swede you suggested I buy. Well I was reading on Classic Arms and saw that the weapons were ID'd under the butt plate and sure enough I took mine apart and there it was.
Dallenbach Alfredi
Sch Fus. Kp IV/49
Schnottwil

the flip side


833'210

Thought this was interesting, but haven't a clue what it means, His name I got, beyond that nada.

Greg

Greg, That is the Swiss K31. Go to gunboards.com, they have a sticky under the swiss weapons forum that can help you gather info. Best of luck, Jim

Dallenbach Alfredi
His name
Sch Fus. Kp IV/49
Soldier of a Heavy Unit Company 4/49
Schnottwil
His place of residence or where he served

Link to info.
http://www.swissrifles.com/sr/tags/

Well since Rhino's area is still under water, and he has asked, I decided to extend the date to shoot and "mail" your targets till August 30th. So far my best is a Sitting target. 12, 4,8 o'clock in the bull and 9,3 in the 9 ring. The 9 ring were both on the fringe. 2 3/8 group. I used my k31 for this target. I could not get a good group standing, but I still have one target to go. Then prone. Yesterday, Sunday, the same day, my DCM bushmaster was worse. Jim

Hey super!

Thanks res45 for the information on the K31!

And thanks Jim for the extension. I tried last week but couldn't get a good prone aim with the mask and snorkel.

Greg

will try to get my friend and I to shoot this this weekend, handloads accepted or ball ammo? I have some ball ammo Bul HB and Russ 147

PS I have not shot in 3 months!. Hit 'em hard, Jim[/QUOTE]

will try to get my friend and I to shoot this this weekend, handloads accepted or ball ammo? I have some ball ammo Bul HB and Russ 147

PS I have not shot in 3 months!. Hit 'em hard, Jim[/QUOTE]

You can shoot any ammo you want! Help us out and show the difference between surplus and handloads. Glad your aboard! Jim

Well it is done! 2 People entered. Myself and Rhino. I shot sitting, 1 target, 3" group, K31, GP11 ammo.
Rhino shot standing. 10" group, K31, GP11 ammo. (1 bad flyer did it, 6.5" on 4 rounds)

No prone entry!!

I would say your K31 is ready for hogs!

Jim,
Nice shooting on your part! Hey I will get better with it. I really enjoyed shooting the K31 and it does shoot well, I just don't. Let's do it again soon.
Thanks ,
Greg

How about a Lee Enfield mark lll number 7 in .22 rimfire?