05-04-2018, 10:35 AM
I shoot in the Sporting Rifle Match in Raton every month. Right now I am running my 24" lilja.
Yes the Grendel is a handicap. No question. A gas gun is another handicap. No question. Compound that by lack of skill and training...
I do it for fun. I have yet to get first round hits (and first round is all you get. 1 shot, one target, hit or miss, move on) past 700y. There is an 875y plate that has been taunting me every match. Last month I missed by 6", bad wind call...again. When I am out for fun, I can get the longer range hits in 2-3 shots.
Here is the thing. The bullet gets there, just like the 6.5 creed, 6.5x45, Dasher, BR, 260s, Ackley Improved...It just has more drop, and drift. This is where skill comes into play. Calling the right wind holdover, and a good load on the ammo with a good dope chart.
There is no real money, or prizes for winning the match. Probably get your entry fee back and maybe pay for the hotel room. I do it for the fun, and there is not the high power egos and attitude at this match (I'll never shoot USPSA again...ever).
I say stick with your original plan and go have fun.
Yes the Grendel is a handicap. No question. A gas gun is another handicap. No question. Compound that by lack of skill and training...
I do it for fun. I have yet to get first round hits (and first round is all you get. 1 shot, one target, hit or miss, move on) past 700y. There is an 875y plate that has been taunting me every match. Last month I missed by 6", bad wind call...again. When I am out for fun, I can get the longer range hits in 2-3 shots.
Here is the thing. The bullet gets there, just like the 6.5 creed, 6.5x45, Dasher, BR, 260s, Ackley Improved...It just has more drop, and drift. This is where skill comes into play. Calling the right wind holdover, and a good load on the ammo with a good dope chart.
There is no real money, or prizes for winning the match. Probably get your entry fee back and maybe pay for the hotel room. I do it for the fun, and there is not the high power egos and attitude at this match (I'll never shoot USPSA again...ever).
I say stick with your original plan and go have fun.
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