01/30/2017
The test match announced by the CMP was held today. There were 30 competitors signed up for the match. All but one shot in either F-Open or F-TR. We had one sling shooter. The shooters could be classed as accomplished F-Class shooters, inexperienced F-Class shooters, new F-Class shooters, experienced on electronic targets or never shot on electronic targets.
The test match was to determine if it was possible to place an F-Class target face on the Kongsberg targets and if so what issues might arise in a competitive event.
A few negative issues were noted and they did not rise above the insignificant level from the shooters perspective. I personally interviewed nearly every shooter when they finished their first string. To a man, they were thrilled. The liked the speed with which the matches progressed, they liked the target face for aiming, and the accuracy of the scoring. One crossfire was noted and dealt with. There was a minor scoring issue noted and the shooter was moved to a different firing position with no further issues arising.
There was a readout after the match where the shooters were introduced to the working aspects of the Kongsberg target systems. The systems the operation of the scoring membranes and the maintenance of their maintenance was discussed.
The shooters were given an open-ended opportunity to discuss their experience at the range. The match can best be described as a successful functional test. There are economic issues to be resolved but, with the enthusiastic endorsement of those attending the match today, I am confident those issues will be resolved.
Watch this page for an announcement of future matches and practice opportunities.
The conditions were challenging, strong winds of varying strength and direction coupled with changing light conditions. The course of fire, 20 at 300 yards and 40 at 600 yards. Top scores were 597, 596, and 593. Excellent scoring in difficult conditions.
Thanks to all that took the time to participate, Ed
