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  John Maple
740.703.7558
$5
01/21/08


The Smallbore Benchrest matches are held at PCSI from April through October. The matches start at 10:00 am on Range 8.

The match is divided into three classes. Open sight Class or "C" , Sporter Class or "B" and Unlimited or "A" class. All classes have a few rules in common. All firearms must be chambered in .22 cal rimfire. Either class can use breach, magazine, or single feed loading. All classes are fired from the existing benches. You will need to provide your own rest. This can be as simple as a homemade sandbag,  but note that the front rest cannot be physically attached to the rear rest. Match targets are provided and the cost is $5.00 per match. Depending on attendance, as many as four (4) matches may be shot per day. You are welcome to shoot as few or as many as you like. These matches are fired at 50 yards. You may shoot as many matches as you wish, but the first match fired is your "score" match and the only one used in calculating your total aggregate.

Rimfire pistols are legal for in all classes if they meet all other requirements.

Open sight Class. This class is for any rifle meeting the requirements above and equipped with open type sights only. No optical scopes or "red dots" are permitted. There are no weight restrictions. This match is five shots per target. Two strings of 20 rounds, both 20 minutes in length. 40 shots per match, with unlimited sighter shots
     
Sporter Class: The sporter class is perfect for the beginner. The rifle can be any make or manufacturer as long as it meets the above criteria. In addition, it must not weigh in excess of 7.5 lbs dressed. A 10x limit for scopes is also enforced. (You may use any power scope as long as it is set at 10x or less and remains at 10x or less for the entire match-this will be on the honor system).  This match is five shots per target. Two strings of 25 rounds, both 20 minutes in length. 50 shots per match, with unlimited sighter shots.
     
Unlimited Class: The beginner can also shoot the unlimited class. The criteria are the same as above, except for the following. There are no weight or scope restrictions. Tuners are permitted in this class only. This match is one shot per bull on a 25 bull target. Two strings of 25 rounds, both 20 minutes in length. 50 shots per match with unlimited sighter shots.
     
Optional Equipment for either class: Front Rest, Rear bag, Air direction and speed devices, spotting scopes.
     
Youth shooters (under 18 years old) are encouraged to participate. As an incentive for youth shooters, all match fees are waived.
   

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