BSRC have developed the near derelict site in a series of phases, to produce what some of our foreign visitors consider the best Moving Target rifle shooting complex in the world.
BSRC have developed the near derelict site in a series of phases, to produce what some of our foreign visitors consider the best Moving Target rifle shooting complex in the world.
Rules Moving Target Competitions
Clothing: The shooting jacket must be marked to allow the Range Officer to see the position of the rifle stock below the shooter’s trailing arm while in the ‘READY’ position. The shooter must bend his trigger arm into the fully closed position with the upper arm touching his body. The mark, 250 mm long and 30 mm wide must be permanently attached so that it is below the point of the shooter’s elbow. The official ISSF mark is yellow with a black border.
The use of ear defenders is required for all shooters and persons near the firing line. Shooters are not permitted to use ear defenders containing a receiving device.
Shooting Position: The shooting position is standing without support. The rifle must be held against the body and supported only with both hands. The leading arm must not rest on the hip or chest. The shooter must take a position in relation to the bench, table or wall in such a way that it is clearly visible that they give him no support. The use of a sling is not permitted.
Until the moment when any part of the target becomes visible in the opening, the shooter must assume the ready position, holding the rifle with both hands in such a way that the lower tip of the buttplate is level with or below the mark on the shooting jacket. This mark must be visible to the Range Officer or a member of the Jury while the shooter is in the ready position.
NB: For the Running Deer only, BSRC Provisional Members will be required to adopt a ready position with the rifle held horizontally until their ‘deer competency’ has been signed off on their provisional members attendance form.
All non-BSRC members must adopt a ready position with the rifle held horizontally.
Competition Rules: Facilities should be provided near to the Moving Target range, to allow shooters to warm up and zero their rifles on a static target before they shoot the competition. In addition, a point shall be marked on the firing line from where the next shooter in succession only may dry fire. Before the start of the competition, the first shooter must be given the opportunity to dry fire a full series in the event being shot. Dry firing means the release of the cocked trigger mechanism of an unloaded rifle, or the release of the trigger mechanism of a rifle fitted with a device which enables the trigger to be operated without discharging the rifle. Dry firing must not allow the release of propellant gas from an air or CO2 rifle
The shooter must call “READY” for each sighting run and for the first run of each series. The Range Officer (RO) must start the target immediately (except in the case of the Swedish Deer Test). If the target is started before the shooter has called “READY” he should refrain from shooting. However, if he shoots, the result must be scored. There must be no contact or communication between the shooter and any trainer or team official after the call is given for the first sighting run. After completion of the sighting runs the shooter may pause to adjust his sights. Sighting shots are not compulsory.
The competition series always starts with a run from right to left. Only one shot may be fired on each run except in the Running Deer Doubles competitions and Swedish Deer Test where two shots are fired on each run. After each run, the score and location of each shot hole must be shown for at least four seconds. The end of the indication is the signal to the shooter for the continuation of the series.
Should anything occur which might be dangerous, disturb the shooter or otherwise interfere with the competition the RO must stop the shooting. Should the shooter fire at the moment of the command he is entitled to have the run cancelled if he requests it. If a series is interrupted for more than five minutes the shooter may ask for two additional sighting runs (four in the Running Boar and Running Target Mixed Runs competitions).
Tie Breaking: For all events other than the British Championships, where it is necessary to break a tie (e.g. for a trophy or an award), the shooter whose worst shot has the highest value, including the decimal value where available, will be deemed to predominate.
At the British Running Deer and Running Boar and Running Target Championships, should there be two or more shooters tying for first place the winner will be decided by a shoot off. The shoot off will comprise two sighting shots followed by ten competition shots. The shots will be singles or doubles as appropriate for the Running Deer, and fast runs for the Running Boar.
In the case of a tie in the Running Deer aggregate, the scores for first ten shots in the second series of singles and doubles will replace the shoot off.
The British Running Target Championships are effectively covered by the Olympic Final (defined under the rules for that event).
Malfunctions: If a shooter experiences technical problems with his rifle or ammunition making it impossible or unsafe to continue to shoot (e.g. a misfire), the appropriate safety procedures must be followed. The shooter will be allowed to complete the series with that rifle and/or ammunition if the fault can be corrected and other shooters not inconvenienced. The RO’s decision is final.
The RO should be familiar with the current NSR and ISSF Rules which give guidance on dealing with interruptions to a series of target runs. A run is repeated if the RO determines that the malfunction was not caused by the shooter (e.g. if the rifle is in a discharged state with a round of the correct type in the chamber and a clear indentation on the primer). In the case of the Running Deer Doubles and the Swedish Deer Test the first shot of the run, if taken, is ignored and the whole run repeated. A miss is scored if the RO determines that the malfunction was caused by the shooter (e.g. failure to chamber a round or incorrect operation of the bolt).
10m Running Target Mixed Runs
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Air Rifle standard. In the 10 metre Running Target events only air or CO2 rifles of 4.5 mm (.177″) calibre and a muzzle-energy less than 6ft.Ib may be used.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the following standards
a) Shooting distance: 10.0 ± 0.05 m
b) Horizontal variation of the position of the firing point either side of a line perpendicular to
the centre of the target track: 0.40 m
c) Height of target centre (measured above ground level at the firing point): 1.40 ± 0.05 m
d) Target run as seen by the shooter: 2.00 – 2.02 m
e) Target crossing time: slow 5.0 – 5.2s, fast 2.5 – 2.6s
Targets: Targets must be of a design approved by the ISSF.
At BSRC the electronic target system will be used. Should this be unavailable, one target, which has two scoring diagrams, will be used for each pair of shots left and right running. It is the trailing diagram that is shot. A separate, specially marked target will be used for the sighting runs.
If gauging should be necessary, the shot hole gauges specified in the ISSF General Technical Rules for the 10 m Running Target event will be used.
Course of Fire: Two series of 20 shots: 5 slow runs and 5 fast runs in each direction in random order (see note below). 2 slow + 2 fast
NB: For the Mixed Runs, the target will run at random so that the shooter cannot anticipate whether it will be a ‘slow’ or a ‘fast’ run. There must not be more than five consecutive runs of the target at the same speed.
‘Olympic Final’: In the 10 m Running Target event the pre 2005 ISSF Rules specify an additional ‘Olympic Final ‘for the leading six competitors. This consists of 4 sighting shots followed by 10 shots, all fast runs. The targets are scored to one tenth of a point using special gauges (at BSRC the electronic target system will be used). If a tie remains, the tied competitors will each shoot a pair of fast runs in turn until the tie is broken.
10m Running Target Normal Runs
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Air Rifle standard. In the 10 metre Running Target events only air or CO2 rifles of 4.5 mm (.177″) calibre and a muzzle-energy less than 6ft.Ib may be used.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the following standards:
a) Shooting distance: 10.0 ± 0.05 m
b) Horizontal variation of the position of the firing point either side of a line perpendicular to
the centre of the target track: 0.40 m
c) Height of target centre (measured above ground level at the firing point): 1.40 ± 0.05 m
d) Target run as seen by the shooter: 2.00 – 2.02 m
e) Target crossing time: slow 5.0 – 5.2s, fast 2.5 – 2.6s
Targets: Targets must be of a design approved by the ISSF.
At BSRC the electronic target system will be used. Should this be unavailable, one target, which has two scoring diagrams, will be used for each pair of shots left and right running. It is the trailing diagram that is shot. A separate, specially marked target will be used for the sighting runs.
If gauging should be necessary, the shot hole gauges specified in the ISSF General Technical Rules for the 10 m Running Target event will be used.
Course of Fire: Two series of 30 shots: 15 slow runs in each direction followed by 15 fast runs in each direction. 4 slow sighters.
‘Olympic Final’: In the 10 m Running Target event the pre 2005 ISSF Rules specify an additional ‘Olympic Final’ for the leading six competitors. This consists of 4 sighting shots followed by 10 shots, all fast runs. The targets are scored to one tenth of a point using special gauges (at BSRC the electronic target system will be used). If a tie remains, the tied competitors will each shoot a pair of fast runs in turn until the tie is broken.
50m Running Boar Mixed Runs
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Rimfire .22LR standard. There are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the range limits.
Note: when this event is shot during the Stalkers’ Match rifles will be restricted to those fitted with single cross hair type ‘hunting’ reticule scopes only. No twin post or similar dedicated Running Target reticule type scopes are to be used. If it was designed specifically for use on Running Targets, then it is not eligible for this event. Mil dot & other widely available reticule types i.e. those not specifically made for RT events, continue to be eligible.
The CRO’s decision on the day regarding the eligibility of an individual scope or reticule type will be final.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the ISSF specifications
Targets: Targets must be of a design approved by the ISSF.
Scoring will usually employ the electronic scoring system. Should this be unavailable, one pair of targets will be used for each series, either full targets, half targets or full targets with ‘repair centres’. The same pair of targets will be used for the sighting runs.
The sighting shots will be covered with black patches before the scoring shots are fired. If they are not fired the equivalent number of black patches must be stuck on the target outside of the scoring area.
Scoring shots must be covered with transparent adhesive patches before the target runs again. In the event that a shot is not fired or fails to hit the target, the equivalent transparent patch will be stuck on the target outside of the scoring rings. At formal Club Matches, the value of the shots will communicated to the firing point for recording before they are patched.
If gauging should be necessary, the shot hole gauges specified in the ISSF General Technical Rules for the 50m Running Boar event will be used.
Course of Fire: Two series of 20 shots: 5 slow runs and 5 fast runs in each direction in random order – ) 2 slow + 2 fast sighters
This competition effectively is shot on either of the 50m Running Boar Range with rifles which meet the BSRC Rimfire .22LR standard. There are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the range limits. The course of fire is identical to the Running Boar Mixed Runs competition, except that no sighting shots or any ‘dry firing’ are allowed. Shooting is otherwise in accordance with the ISSF
Rules.
If two or more shooters tie for first place, the shooter whose worst shot(s) has the highest value will be deemed to have won. The decimal scoring available with the electronic target system (out to the ‘1’ ring) will be used to establish the worst shot.
50m Running Boar Normal Runs Club Event
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Rimfire .22LR. There are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the range limits.
Course of Fire: Two series of 20 shots: 10 slow runs in each direction followed by 10 fast runs in each direction. 4 slow sighters BSRC Rimfire .22LR. There are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the range limits.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the ISSF specifications
Targets: Targets must be of a design approved by the ISSF.
Scoring will usually employ the electronic scoring system. Should this be unavailable, one pair of targets will be used for each series, either full targets, half targets or full targets with ‘repair centres’. The same pair of targets will be used for the sighting runs.
The sighting shots will be covered with black patches before the scoring shots are fired. If they are not fired the equivalent number of black patches must be stuck on the target outside of the scoring area.
Scoring shots must be covered with transparent adhesive patches before the target runs again. In the event that a shot is not fired or fails to hit the target, the equivalent transparent patch will be stuck on the target outside of the scoring rings. At formal Club Matches, the value of the shots will communicated to the firing point for recording before they are patched.
If gauging should be necessary, the shot hole gauges specified in the ISSF General Technical Rules for the 50m Running Boar event will be used.
50m Running Boar Normal Runs
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Rimfire .22LR standard. There are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the range limits.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the ISSF specifications
Targets: Targets must be of a design approved by the ISSF.
Scoring will usually employ the electronic scoring system. Should this be unavailable, one pair of targets will be used for each series, either full targets, half targets or full targets with ‘repair centres’. The same pair of targets will be used for the sighting runs.
The sighting shots will be covered with black patches before the scoring shots are fired. If they are not fired the equivalent number of black patches must be stuck on the target outside of the scoring area.
Scoring shots must be covered with transparent adhesive patches before the target runs again. In the event that a shot is not fired or fails to hit the target, the equivalent transparent patch will be stuck on the target outside of the scoring rings. At formal Club Matches, the value of the shots will communicated to the firing point for recording before they are patched.
If gauging should be necessary, the shot hole gauges specified in the ISSF General Technical Rules for the 50 m Running Boar event will be used.
Course of Fire: Two series of 30 shots: 15 slow runs in each direction followed by 15 fast runs in each direction. 4 slow sighters.
50m Running Boar Class B Event
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Rimfire .22LR. There are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the range limits.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the ISSF specifications
Targets: Targets must be of a design approved by the ISSF.
Scoring will usually employ the electronic scoring system. Should this be unavailable, one pair of targets will be used for each series, either full targets, half targets or full targets with ‘repair centres’. The same pair of targets will be used for the sighting runs.
The sighting shots will be covered with black patches before the scoring shots are fired. If they are not fired the equivalent number of black patches must be stuck on the target outside of the scoring area.
Scoring shots must be covered with transparent adhesive patches before the target runs again. In the event that a shot is not fired or fails to hit the target, the equivalent transparent patch will be stuck on the target outside of the scoring rings. At formal Club Matches, the value of the shots will communicated to the firing point for recording before they are patched.
If gauging should be necessary, the shot hole gauges specified in the ISSF General Technical Rules for the 50 m Running Boar event will be used.
Course of Fire: One series of 10 shots: 5 slow runs in each direction 2 slow sighters
NB: For Mixed Runs, the target will run at random so that the shooter cannot anticipate whether it will be a ‘slow’ or a ‘fast’ run. There must not be more than five consecutive runs of the target at the same speed.
Stalkiers Match The course of fire is one series of 20 shots comprising 5 slow runs and 5 fast runs in each direction in random order. No dry firing, no sighting shots, no shooting aids; .22 rimfire rifles only. This competition will be restricted to .22 rimfire rifles fitted with single cross hair type ‘hunting’ reticule scopes only*. The CRO’s decision on the day regarding the eligibility (or not) of an individual scope or reticule type used will be final.
100m Running Deer Singles
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Class A centrefire standard. There are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the current range regulations.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the NSR specifications.
Targets: One target, which has two scoring diagrams, will be used for each pair of shots left and right running. Targets must be of a design approved by the NSR.
Scoring will usually employ the electronic scoring system. Should this be unavailable, shots will be covered with a patch of suitable colour after each shot or pair of shots prior to the next run. At formal Club Matches, the value of the shots will communicated to the firing point for recording before they are patched. If gauging should be necessary, an 8.00 mm diameter plug gauge will be used.
Course of Fire: Two series of 20 shots: 10 shots in each direction. 4 non-convertible sighters (2 in each direction) may be taken before the start of each 20 shot series.
Once the target is visible, the rifle may be raised to the shoulder during the 1 – 2 seconds ‘antler run’ prior to the 23 m run when the whole target is exposed.
100m Running Deer Doubles
In addition to Rules Applicable to all Moving Target Competitions, the following rules apply:
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Class A centrefire standard. There are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the current range regulations.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the NSR specifications.
Targets: One target, which has two scoring diagrams, will be used for each pair of shots left and right running. Targets must be of a design approved by the NSR.
Scoring will usually employ the electronic scoring system. Should this be unavailable, shots will be covered with a patch of suitable colour after each shot or pair of shots prior to the next run. At formal Club Matches, the value of the shots will communicated to the firing point for recording before they are patched. If gauging should be necessary, an 8.00 mm diameter plug gauge will be used.
Course of Fire: Two series of 20 shots: 10 shots in each direction (5 runs of the target in each direction, two shots per run of the target). 4 non-convertible sighting runs of the target are permitted prior to each series. The shooter can choose to take either one or both shots during each sighting run.
Once the target is visible, the rifle may be raised to the shoulder during the 1 – 2 seconds ‘antler run’ prior to the 23 m run when the whole target is exposed.
When shot during the BSRC Historic Match using double rifles, the course of fire is restricted to two sighting runs and five scoring runs (three right to left and two left to right).
100m Running Deer Test
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Class B centrefire standard.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the NSR specifications.
Targets: One target, which has two scoring diagrams, will be used for each pair of shots left and right running. Targets must be of a design approved by the NSR.
Scoring will usually employ the electronic scoring system. Should this be unavailable, shots will be covered with a patch of suitable colour after each shot or pair of shots prior to the next run. At formal Club Matches, the value of the shots will communicated to the firing point for recording before they are patched. If gauging should be necessary, an 8.00 mm diameter plug gauge will be used.
Course of Fire: One series of 10 shots: 5 shots in each direction. 2 Sighters
The rifle may be raised to the shoulder during the 1 – 2 seconds ‘antler run’ prior to the 23 m run when the whole target is exposed.
100m Swedish Deer Test
In addition to Rules Applicable to all Moving Target Competitions, the following rules apply:
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Class B centrefire standard.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the NSR specifications.
Targets: One target, which has two scoring diagrams, will be used for each pair of shots left and right running. Targets must be of a design approved by the NSR.
Scoring will usually employ the electronic scoring system. Should this be unavailable, shots will be covered with a patch of suitable colour after each shot or pair of shots prior to the next run. At formal Club Matches, the value of the shots will communicated to the firing point for recording before they are patched. If gauging should be necessary, an 8.00 mm diameter plug gauge will be used.
Course of Fire: One series of 12 shots: 6 shots in each direction (two shots per run of the target; the first static, the second with the target in motion). No sighters allowed
The first shot is taken with the target stationary at the start of the target run, positioned using the “Stop at Wall” facility. As soon as this shot has been taken, the Range Officer will start the target and the shooter must reload and take the second shot with the target in motion. No sighting shots nor any ‘dry firing’ are allowed. Shooting is otherwise in accordance with the NSR Rules.
The “John Strugnell”
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Class B centrefire standard.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the NSR specifications.
Targets: This is shot on the BSRC 100m Running Deer range. The target may be a BSRC Running Elk target, or a Running Deer target with modified (decimal) scoring rings.
Course of Fire: One series of 12 shots: 6 shots in each direction (two shots per run of the target; the first static, the second with the target in motion). No sighters allowed
The first shot is taken with the target stationary at the start of the target run, positioned using the “Stop at Wall” facility. As soon as this shot has been taken, the Range Officer will start the target and the shooter must reload and take the second shot with the target in motion. No sighting shots nor any ‘dry firing’ are allowed. Shooting is otherwise in accordance with the NSR Rules.
Although a carrying sling may be attached to the rifle, its use to support the rifle is not permitted. The clothing worn must be of a type suitable for normal street or sports wear, or for hunting in the field. Specialist clothing designed for target shooting is not permitted. The format is identical to the Swedish Deer Test.
If two or more shooters tie for first place, the shooter whose worst shot(s) has the highest value will be deemed to have won. The decimal scoring available with the electronic target system (out to the ‘3’ ring) will be used to establish the worst shot.
The “Michael Baxter”
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Rimfire .22LR. There are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the range limits.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the ISSF specifications. This event is shot on either of the 50m Running Boar Ranges.
Course of Fire: The course of fire is 2 sighting shots slow runs, 10 competition shots slow runs and 10 competition shots fast runs. The series will be fired consecutively without a break. ‘Dry firing’ is not permitted. Shooting is otherwise in accordance with the ISSF Rules for the 50m Running Boar event.
If two or more shooters tie for first place, the shooter whose worst shot(s) has the highest value will be deemed to have won. The decimal scoring available with the electronic target system (out to the ‘1’ ring) will be used to establish the worst shot.
Clothing: The shooting jacket must be marked to allow the Range Officer to see the position of the rifle stock below the shooter’s trailing arm while in the ‘READY’ position. The shooter must bend his trigger arm into the fully closed position with the upper arm touching his body. The mark, 250 mm long and 30 mm wide must be permanently attached so that it is below the point of the shooter’s elbow. The official ISSF mark is yellow with a black border.
The use of ear defenders is required for all shooters and persons near the firing line. Shooters are not permitted to use ear defenders containing a receiving device.
Shooting Position: The shooting position is standing without support. The rifle must be held against the body and supported only with both hands. The leading arm must not rest on the hip or chest. The shooter must take a position in relation to the bench, table or wall in such a way that it is clearly visible that they give him no support. The use of a sling is not permitted.
Until the moment when any part of the target becomes visible in the opening, the shooter must assume the ready position, holding the rifle with both hands in such a way that the lower tip of the buttplate is level with or below the mark on the shooting jacket. This mark must be visible to the Range Officer or a member of the Jury while the shooter is in the ready position.
NB: For the Running Deer only, BSRC Provisional Members will be required to adopt a ready position with the rifle held horizontally until their ‘deer competency’ has been signed off on their provisional members attendance form.
All non-BSRC members must adopt a ready position with the rifle held horizontally.
Competition Rules: Facilities should be provided near to the Moving Target range, to allow shooters to warm up and zero their rifles on a static target before they shoot the competition. In addition, a point shall be marked on the firing line from where the next shooter in succession only may dry fire. Before the start of the competition, the first shooter must be given the opportunity to dry fire a full series in the event being shot. Dry firing means the release of the cocked trigger mechanism of an unloaded rifle, or the release of the trigger mechanism of a rifle fitted with a device which enables the trigger to be operated without discharging the rifle. Dry firing must not allow the release of propellant gas from an air or CO2 rifle
The shooter must call “READY” for each sighting run and for the first run of each series. The Range Officer (RO) must start the target immediately (except in the case of the Swedish Deer Test). If the target is started before the shooter has called “READY” he should refrain from shooting. However, if he shoots, the result must be scored. There must be no contact or communication between the shooter and any trainer or team official after the call is given for the first sighting run. After completion of the sighting runs the shooter may pause to adjust his sights. Sighting shots are not compulsory.
The competition series always starts with a run from right to left. Only one shot may be fired on each run except in the Running Deer Doubles competitions and Swedish Deer Test where two shots are fired on each run. After each run, the score and location of each shot hole must be shown for at least four seconds. The end of the indication is the signal to the shooter for the continuation of the series.
Should anything occur which might be dangerous, disturb the shooter or otherwise interfere with the competition the RO must stop the shooting. Should the shooter fire at the moment of the command he is entitled to have the run cancelled if he requests it. If a series is interrupted for more than five minutes the shooter may ask for two additional sighting runs (four in the Running Boar and Running Target Mixed Runs competitions).
Tie Breaking: For all events other than the British Championships, where it is necessary to break a tie (e.g. for a trophy or an award), the shooter whose worst shot has the highest value, including the decimal value where available, will be deemed to predominate.
At the British Running Deer and Running Boar and Running Target Championships, should there be two or more shooters tying for first place the winner will be decided by a shoot off. The shoot off will comprise two sighting shots followed by ten competition shots. The shots will be singles or doubles as appropriate for the Running Deer, and fast runs for the Running Boar.
In the case of a tie in the Running Deer aggregate, the scores for first ten shots in the second series of singles and doubles will replace the shoot off.
The British Running Target Championships are effectively covered by the Olympic Final (defined under the rules for that event).
Malfunctions: If a shooter experiences technical problems with his rifle or ammunition making it impossible or unsafe to continue to shoot (e.g. a misfire), the appropriate safety procedures must be followed. The shooter will be allowed to complete the series with that rifle and/or ammunition if the fault can be corrected and other shooters not inconvenienced. The RO’s decision is final.
The RO should be familiar with the current NSR and ISSF Rules which give guidance on dealing with interruptions to a series of target runs. A run is repeated if the RO determines that the malfunction was not caused by the shooter (e.g. if the rifle is in a discharged state with a round of the correct type in the chamber and a clear indentation on the primer). In the case of the Running Deer Doubles and the Swedish Deer Test the first shot of the run, if taken, is ignored and the whole run repeated. A miss is scored if the RO determines that the malfunction was caused by the shooter (e.g. failure to chamber a round or incorrect operation of the bolt).
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Air Rifle standard. In the 10 metre Running Target events only air or CO2 rifles of 4.5 mm (.177″) calibre and a muzzle-energy less than 6ft.Ib may be used.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the following standards
a) Shooting distance: 10.0 ± 0.05 m
b) Horizontal variation of the position of the firing point either side of a line perpendicular to
the centre of the target track: 0.40 m
c) Height of target centre (measured above ground level at the firing point): 1.40 ± 0.05 m
d) Target run as seen by the shooter: 2.00 – 2.02 m
e) Target crossing time: slow 5.0 – 5.2s, fast 2.5 – 2.6s
Targets: Targets must be of a design approved by the ISSF.
At BSRC the electronic target system will be used. Should this be unavailable, one target, which has two scoring diagrams, will be used for each pair of shots left and right running. It is the trailing diagram that is shot. A separate, specially marked target will be used for the sighting runs.
If gauging should be necessary, the shot hole gauges specified in the ISSF General Technical Rules for the 10 m Running Target event will be used.
Course of Fire: Two series of 20 shots: 5 slow runs and 5 fast runs in each direction in random order (see note below). 2 slow + 2 fast
NB: For the Mixed Runs, the target will run at random so that the shooter cannot anticipate whether it will be a ‘slow’ or a ‘fast’ run. There must not be more than five consecutive runs of the target at the same speed.
‘Olympic Final’: In the 10 m Running Target event the pre 2005 ISSF Rules specify an additional ‘Olympic Final ‘for the leading six competitors. This consists of 4 sighting shots followed by 10 shots, all fast runs. The targets are scored to one tenth of a point using special gauges (at BSRC the electronic target system will be used). If a tie remains, the tied competitors will each shoot a pair of fast runs in turn until the tie is broken.
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Air Rifle standard. In the 10 metre Running Target events only air or CO2 rifles of 4.5 mm (.177″) calibre and a muzzle-energy less than 6ft.Ib may be used.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the following standards:
a) Shooting distance: 10.0 ± 0.05 m
b) Horizontal variation of the position of the firing point either side of a line perpendicular to
the centre of the target track: 0.40 m
c) Height of target centre (measured above ground level at the firing point): 1.40 ± 0.05 m
d) Target run as seen by the shooter: 2.00 – 2.02 m
e) Target crossing time: slow 5.0 – 5.2s, fast 2.5 – 2.6s
Targets: Targets must be of a design approved by the ISSF.
At BSRC the electronic target system will be used. Should this be unavailable, one target, which has two scoring diagrams, will be used for each pair of shots left and right running. It is the trailing diagram that is shot. A separate, specially marked target will be used for the sighting runs.
If gauging should be necessary, the shot hole gauges specified in the ISSF General Technical Rules for the 10 m Running Target event will be used.
Course of Fire: Two series of 30 shots: 15 slow runs in each direction followed by 15 fast runs in each direction. 4 slow sighters.
‘Olympic Final’: In the 10 m Running Target event the pre 2005 ISSF Rules specify an additional ‘Olympic Final’ for the leading six competitors. This consists of 4 sighting shots followed by 10 shots, all fast runs. The targets are scored to one tenth of a point using special gauges (at BSRC the electronic target system will be used). If a tie remains, the tied competitors will each shoot a pair of fast runs in turn until the tie is broken.
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Rimfire .22LR standard. There are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the range limits.
Note: when this event is shot during the Stalkers’ Match rifles will be restricted to those fitted with single cross hair type ‘hunting’ reticule scopes only. No twin post or similar dedicated Running Target reticule type scopes are to be used. If it was designed specifically for use on Running Targets, then it is not eligible for this event. Mil dot & other widely available reticule types i.e. those not specifically made for RT events, continue to be eligible.
The CRO’s decision on the day regarding the eligibility of an individual scope or reticule type will be final.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the ISSF specifications
Targets: Targets must be of a design approved by the ISSF.
Scoring will usually employ the electronic scoring system. Should this be unavailable, one pair of targets will be used for each series, either full targets, half targets or full targets with ‘repair centres’. The same pair of targets will be used for the sighting runs.
The sighting shots will be covered with black patches before the scoring shots are fired. If they are not fired the equivalent number of black patches must be stuck on the target outside of the scoring area.
Scoring shots must be covered with transparent adhesive patches before the target runs again. In the event that a shot is not fired or fails to hit the target, the equivalent transparent patch will be stuck on the target outside of the scoring rings. At formal Club Matches, the value of the shots will communicated to the firing point for recording before they are patched.
If gauging should be necessary, the shot hole gauges specified in the ISSF General Technical Rules for the 50m Running Boar event will be used.
Course of Fire: Two series of 20 shots: 5 slow runs and 5 fast runs in each direction in random order – ) 2 slow + 2 fast sighters
This competition effectively is shot on either of the 50m Running Boar Range with rifles which meet the BSRC Rimfire .22LR standard. There are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the range limits. The course of fire is identical to the Running Boar Mixed Runs competition, except that no sighting shots or any ‘dry firing’ are allowed. Shooting is otherwise in accordance with the ISSF
Rules.
If two or more shooters tie for first place, the shooter whose worst shot(s) has the highest value will be deemed to have won. The decimal scoring available with the electronic target system (out to the ‘1’ ring) will be used to establish the worst shot.
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Rimfire .22LR. There are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the range limits.
Course of Fire: Two series of 20 shots: 10 slow runs in each direction followed by 10 fast runs in each direction. 4 slow sighters BSRC Rimfire .22LR. There are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the range limits.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the ISSF specifications
Targets: Targets must be of a design approved by the ISSF.
Scoring will usually employ the electronic scoring system. Should this be unavailable, one pair of targets will be used for each series, either full targets, half targets or full targets with ‘repair centres’. The same pair of targets will be used for the sighting runs.
The sighting shots will be covered with black patches before the scoring shots are fired. If they are not fired the equivalent number of black patches must be stuck on the target outside of the scoring area.
Scoring shots must be covered with transparent adhesive patches before the target runs again. In the event that a shot is not fired or fails to hit the target, the equivalent transparent patch will be stuck on the target outside of the scoring rings. At formal Club Matches, the value of the shots will communicated to the firing point for recording before they are patched.
If gauging should be necessary, the shot hole gauges specified in the ISSF General Technical Rules for the 50m Running Boar event will be used.
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Rimfire .22LR standard. There are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the range limits.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the ISSF specifications
Targets: Targets must be of a design approved by the ISSF.
Scoring will usually employ the electronic scoring system. Should this be unavailable, one pair of targets will be used for each series, either full targets, half targets or full targets with ‘repair centres’. The same pair of targets will be used for the sighting runs.
The sighting shots will be covered with black patches before the scoring shots are fired. If they are not fired the equivalent number of black patches must be stuck on the target outside of the scoring area.
Scoring shots must be covered with transparent adhesive patches before the target runs again. In the event that a shot is not fired or fails to hit the target, the equivalent transparent patch will be stuck on the target outside of the scoring rings. At formal Club Matches, the value of the shots will communicated to the firing point for recording before they are patched.
If gauging should be necessary, the shot hole gauges specified in the ISSF General Technical Rules for the 50 m Running Boar event will be used.
Course of Fire: Two series of 30 shots: 15 slow runs in each direction followed by 15 fast runs in each direction. 4 slow sighters.
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Rimfire .22LR. There are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the range limits.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the ISSF specifications
Targets: Targets must be of a design approved by the ISSF.
Scoring will usually employ the electronic scoring system. Should this be unavailable, one pair of targets will be used for each series, either full targets, half targets or full targets with ‘repair centres’. The same pair of targets will be used for the sighting runs.
The sighting shots will be covered with black patches before the scoring shots are fired. If they are not fired the equivalent number of black patches must be stuck on the target outside of the scoring area.
Scoring shots must be covered with transparent adhesive patches before the target runs again. In the event that a shot is not fired or fails to hit the target, the equivalent transparent patch will be stuck on the target outside of the scoring rings. At formal Club Matches, the value of the shots will communicated to the firing point for recording before they are patched.
If gauging should be necessary, the shot hole gauges specified in the ISSF General Technical Rules for the 50 m Running Boar event will be used.
Course of Fire: One series of 10 shots: 5 slow runs in each direction 2 slow sighters
NB: For Mixed Runs, the target will run at random so that the shooter cannot anticipate whether it will be a ‘slow’ or a ‘fast’ run. There must not be more than five consecutive runs of the target at the same speed.
Stalkiers Match The course of fire is one series of 20 shots comprising 5 slow runs and 5 fast runs in each direction in random order. No dry firing, no sighting shots, no shooting aids; .22 rimfire rifles only. This competition will be restricted to .22 rimfire rifles fitted with single cross hair type ‘hunting’ reticule scopes only*. The CRO’s decision on the day regarding the eligibility (or not) of an individual scope or reticule type used will be final.
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Class A centrefire standard. There are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the current range regulations.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the NSR specifications.
Targets: One target, which has two scoring diagrams, will be used for each pair of shots left and right running. Targets must be of a design approved by the NSR.
Scoring will usually employ the electronic scoring system. Should this be unavailable, shots will be covered with a patch of suitable colour after each shot or pair of shots prior to the next run. At formal Club Matches, the value of the shots will communicated to the firing point for recording before they are patched. If gauging should be necessary, an 8.00 mm diameter plug gauge will be used.
Course of Fire: Two series of 20 shots: 10 shots in each direction. 4 non-convertible sighters (2 in each direction) may be taken before the start of each 20 shot series.
Once the target is visible, the rifle may be raised to the shoulder during the 1 – 2 seconds ‘antler run’ prior to the 23 m run when the whole target is exposed.
In addition to Rules Applicable to all Moving Target Competitions, the following rules apply:
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Class A centrefire standard. There are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the current range regulations.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the NSR specifications.
Targets: One target, which has two scoring diagrams, will be used for each pair of shots left and right running. Targets must be of a design approved by the NSR.
Scoring will usually employ the electronic scoring system. Should this be unavailable, shots will be covered with a patch of suitable colour after each shot or pair of shots prior to the next run. At formal Club Matches, the value of the shots will communicated to the firing point for recording before they are patched. If gauging should be necessary, an 8.00 mm diameter plug gauge will be used.
Course of Fire: Two series of 20 shots: 10 shots in each direction (5 runs of the target in each direction, two shots per run of the target). 4 non-convertible sighting runs of the target are permitted prior to each series. The shooter can choose to take either one or both shots during each sighting run.
Once the target is visible, the rifle may be raised to the shoulder during the 1 – 2 seconds ‘antler run’ prior to the 23 m run when the whole target is exposed.
When shot during the BSRC Historic Match using double rifles, the course of fire is restricted to two sighting runs and five scoring runs (three right to left and two left to right).
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Class B centrefire standard.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the NSR specifications.
Targets: One target, which has two scoring diagrams, will be used for each pair of shots left and right running. Targets must be of a design approved by the NSR.
Scoring will usually employ the electronic scoring system. Should this be unavailable, shots will be covered with a patch of suitable colour after each shot or pair of shots prior to the next run. At formal Club Matches, the value of the shots will communicated to the firing point for recording before they are patched. If gauging should be necessary, an 8.00 mm diameter plug gauge will be used.
Course of Fire: One series of 10 shots: 5 shots in each direction. 2 Sighters
The rifle may be raised to the shoulder during the 1 – 2 seconds ‘antler run’ prior to the 23 m run when the whole target is exposed.
In addition to Rules Applicable to all Moving Target Competitions, the following rules apply:
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Class B centrefire standard.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the NSR specifications.
Targets: One target, which has two scoring diagrams, will be used for each pair of shots left and right running. Targets must be of a design approved by the NSR.
Scoring will usually employ the electronic scoring system. Should this be unavailable, shots will be covered with a patch of suitable colour after each shot or pair of shots prior to the next run. At formal Club Matches, the value of the shots will communicated to the firing point for recording before they are patched. If gauging should be necessary, an 8.00 mm diameter plug gauge will be used.
Course of Fire: One series of 12 shots: 6 shots in each direction (two shots per run of the target; the first static, the second with the target in motion). No sighters allowed
The first shot is taken with the target stationary at the start of the target run, positioned using the “Stop at Wall” facility. As soon as this shot has been taken, the Range Officer will start the target and the shooter must reload and take the second shot with the target in motion. No sighting shots nor any ‘dry firing’ are allowed. Shooting is otherwise in accordance with the NSR Rules.
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Class B centrefire standard.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the NSR specifications.
Targets: This is shot on the BSRC 100m Running Deer range. The target may be a BSRC Running Elk target, or a Running Deer target with modified (decimal) scoring rings.
Course of Fire: One series of 12 shots: 6 shots in each direction (two shots per run of the target; the first static, the second with the target in motion). No sighters allowed
The first shot is taken with the target stationary at the start of the target run, positioned using the “Stop at Wall” facility. As soon as this shot has been taken, the Range Officer will start the target and the shooter must reload and take the second shot with the target in motion. No sighting shots nor any ‘dry firing’ are allowed. Shooting is otherwise in accordance with the NSR Rules.
Although a carrying sling may be attached to the rifle, its use to support the rifle is not permitted. The clothing worn must be of a type suitable for normal street or sports wear, or for hunting in the field. Specialist clothing designed for target shooting is not permitted. The format is identical to the Swedish Deer Test.
If two or more shooters tie for first place, the shooter whose worst shot(s) has the highest value will be deemed to have won. The decimal scoring available with the electronic target system (out to the ‘3’ ring) will be used to establish the worst shot.
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Rimfire .22LR. There are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the range limits.
Range Standards: The range must conform to the ISSF specifications. This event is shot on either of the 50m Running Boar Ranges.
Course of Fire: The course of fire is 2 sighting shots slow runs, 10 competition shots slow runs and 10 competition shots fast runs. The series will be fired consecutively without a break. ‘Dry firing’ is not permitted. Shooting is otherwise in accordance with the ISSF Rules for the 50m Running Boar event.
If two or more shooters tie for first place, the shooter whose worst shot(s) has the highest value will be deemed to have won. The decimal scoring available with the electronic target system (out to the ‘1’ ring) will be used to establish the worst shot.
Rules Static Target Competitions
The following rules apply to all BSRC Static Sporting Target competitions:
Clothing: Specialist clothing designed for target shooting is only permitted in ‘Open’ competitions, i.e. those which require the use of BSRC Class A centrefire standard rifles. When shot in ‘Test’ format, i.e. competitions confined to the use of BSRC Class B centrefire standard rifles and ammunition, the clothing worn must be of a type suitable for normal street or sports wear, or for hunting in the field.
Competition Rules: The Range Officer (RO) will specify the time for shooting, and allocate targets and firing positions to shooters. Sighting shots are not allowed, nor is the spotting of the position of shots either on the targets themselves or, where electronic targets are in use, on the target display screens at the firing point. Shooting will normally be in squads, with as many shooters in a squad as there are targets available.
The Static Sporting Target competitions will normally be shot using the Club’s electronic targets. Since the target faces are not patched between series, total reliance has to be placed on the
electronic target system. The RO may, at the beginning of the match, be requested to fire a test shot at each target to verify calibration. On completion of the course of fire, shooters will be given a print output showing the position and scoring of shots and the total score. The electronic target system automatically applies an 8.0 mm gauge to all shots.
A rifle and ammunition which satisfies Range Safety Regulations but which does not comply with the specification for the competition may be used, subject to the approval of the RO.
Although allowed to shoot, the scores of shots fired from such a rifle may not count for any prize or award, and any score cards must be appropriately marked.
In the event that electronic targets are not in use, the following rules apply:-
a) On completion of shooting, and after all rifles have been shown to be unloaded, the RO may give the command to change targets. Complete target boards will be changed and all marking and patching will be carried out near the firing point. The competitor may inspect his target before it is changed. During Monthly Club Matches, the competitor will normally be present and agree his score whilst the target is marked and before it is patched. During the Annual Club Championships and the Spring Match, the competitors will be asked only to agree the number of shot holes in their target which will be marked by an independent scorer.
b) The RO will adjudicate on any target that has more shot holes than are allowed in the competition. Shots fired on the wrong target will be scored as misses and two points deducted from the score of the competitor at fault. If it can be shown that the shooter with excess shots on their target fired only the correct number of shots, but it cannot be established which are the excess shots, he will be credited with the highest value of shots on the target. If a competitor fires more shots than are allowed for in the competition rules, the value of the highest scoring shot(s) will be deducted and the shooter penalised two points for each extra shot. The RO’s decision is final.
c) If it should be necessary to use a shot hole gauge, when shot in ‘Open Class’ (BSRC Class ‘A’) format an 8.00 mm plug gauge will be used. When shot in ‘Test’ (BSRC Class ‘B’) form, a gauge equal to the calibre in use will be used.
Tie Breaking: Where it is necessary to break a tie (e.g. for a trophy or an award), the shooter whose worst shot has the highest value, including the decimal value where available, will be deemed to predominate.
Malfunctions: If a shooter experiences technical problems with his rifle or ammunition making it impossible or unsafe to continue to shoot (e.g. a misfire), the appropriate safety procedures must be followed. The shooter will be allowed to complete the series with that rifle and/or ammunition if the fault can be corrected and other shooters not inconvenienced. The RO’s decision is final.
The shooter will not be allowed to repeat the shot during which the malfunction occurred regardless of the cause. However: in the case of the Sitting Fox, the shooter will be allowed the unexpired time to complete the series; for the Roebuck, the shooter will be allowed to complete the remaining exposures; in the Stalker’s Test, the shooter will be allowed to complete the remainder of the series.
50m Sitting Fox
The following rules apply in addition to those detailed in Rules Applicable to all Static Sporting Target Competitions:
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Rimfire .22LR standard. There are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the range limits.
Range and Target Standards: Targets must be of a design approved by the Executive Committee of the BSRC. The target currently approved by the Executive Committee to be used for this discipline is the DJV 50m sitting fox. The discipline is shot either on the BSRC Running Boar range, used as a 50m statics range, or on Time Limit range.
Shooting Position: The Fox is shot from the standing position. No part of the structure of the firing point shelter may be used as a support in either position. Slings may be used for both series of five shots and, in addition, a single ‘stalker’s stick’ (monopod) may be used for the second series of five shots. Only clothing normally used for stalking is allowed, i.e. no target shooting jackets etc.
Course of Fire: The course of fire comprises two series of five shots. The Range Officer (RO) will control the shooting in the same manner as the standard BSRC Sitting Fox competition, except that the time limit for each series of five shots will be 90 seconds.
A specimen target with the scoring rings marked on the front will be available for inspection at the firing point. Where a scoring ring is struck the higher score will count. No gauging will be allowed. In the event of a tie, the shooter with the worst shot(s) loses.
Roebuck
This competition may be shot in either ‘Open Class’ (BSRC Class ‘A’) format or in ‘Test’ form (BSRC Class ‘B’). The following rules apply in addition to the Rules Applicable to all Static Sporting Target Competitions:
Rifles & Ammunition: When shot in ‘Open Class’ format, any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Class A centrefire standard; there are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the range limits. When shot in ‘Test’ form, any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Class B centrefire standard.
Range and Target Standards: Targets must be of a design approved by the Executive Committee of the BSRC. The target currently approved by the Executive Committee used for this competition is the DJV roebuck. The competition is designed to be shot on the BSRC Statics range.
Shooting Position: The shooting position for the Roebuck competition is sitting or kneeling without support. A sling may be used to help support the rifle and, when the competition is shot in ‘Test’ form, a rifle mounted or hand held bipod may also be used to help support the leading arm provided that the rifle is supported above the intersection of the bipod legs. Until the order to fire is given, or the target is exposed, the rifle must be held so that its butt is clearly visible below the arm pit of the shooter.
Course of Fire: The Roebuck event is a snap shooting competition comprising two series of five shots. A time of 4 seconds is allowed for each shot, with between 6 and 15 seconds allowed between shots. The competition is shot on the command of a RO who will time the shooting. After completion of the first series, the RO will allow sufficient time to reload and then the second series will be shot.
The range commands are as follows:
“FOR YOUR FIRST SERIES, MAKE READY WITH FIVE ROUNDS.”
The shooter may take up his position and charge any removable magazine. He may not load any cartridges into his rifle. The RO will then call:
“LOAD.”
The RO will allow sufficient time for shooters to load and assume the ‘READY’ position, and will then call:
“ARE YOU READY?”
The RO will then allow about 5 seconds for any shooter to declare that he is not ready to shoot. If any shooter calls “NOT READY”, the RO will announce 30 seconds extra preparation time. He will then repeat the call:
“ARE YOU READY?”
If all shooters are ready, the RO will call:
“ATTENTION —–STAND BY.”
The RO then starts his stopwatch and, after a random interval of 3 – 12 seconds, calls:
“SHOOT.”
After a further interval of 4 seconds he calls:
“STOP.”
The calls “SHOOT” and “STOP” are repeated for each of the five shots with a random interval of 3 – 12 seconds from when all shooters have reloaded and regained the Ready position, and 4 seconds allowed to aim and fire.
The above instructions are repeated for the second series. When this has been completed, the RO will call:
“CEASE FIRE, UNLOAD, SHOW CLEAR.”
Only after the RO has inspected each rifle will he allow shooters to vacate the firing line.
If a shot is fired after the command “STOP” has been given, the value of the highest scoring shot(s) on the target will be deducted from the score. If a shot is fired after the command “CEASE FIRE” the shooter will be disqualified from the competition.
NB: If the electronic timer is being used in conjunction with the electronic targets, any shot fired more than 4 seconds after the command “FIRE” will automatically be discounted, i.e. the actual shot fired will be discounted and not the highest scoring shot.
If a shooter is using a rifle which is unable to accept five rounds, the RO may, at his discretion, allow him to shoot by loading each round singly. If the shooter chooses this option, a magazine may not be used except as a loading platform. The time allowed for each shot will be unchanged at four seconds, but the interval between shots may be increased by 6 seconds to (randomly) between 12 – 21 seconds.
Standing Boar Target used during Deer Unlimited: During the Deer Unlimited competition the 100m DJV Standing Boar target is used in place of the 100m DJV Roebuck target. The course of fire is 10 shots, in two series of 5 shots, from the standing position without support.
Each shot is fired during a timed 4 second exposure. In other words, the course of fire is the same as described above, but at the Standing Boar target and from the standing position.
Stalkers Test
Rifles & Ammunition: This competition is restricted to rifles which meet the BSRC Class B centrefire standard.
Range and Target Standards: Targets must be of a design approved by the Executive Committee of the BSRC. The target currently approved by the Executive Committee used for this competition is the DJV roebuck.
The competition is designed to be shot on the BSRC Statics range.
Shooting Position: The Stalkers Test is shot from five positions:
• Bench or simulated high seat,
• Prone,
• Sitting,
• Kneeling,
• Standing.
No part of the structure of the firing point shelter may be used as a support in any of the five positions. No additional aids, such as a support for the rifle, may be used when shooting from the bench or simulated high seat. Slings may be used in all five positions and a stalkers stick (monopod or bipod), suitable for use in the field, may be used to steady the leading arm. If used, the same stick must be used throughout, although it may be adjusted between positions if this can be done without undue delay. A rifle-mounted bipod may be used instead of the stick, provided that the rifle gross weight limit is not exceeded and that it remains attached to the rifle throughout the complete course of fire. Personal effects typical of those that might be carried in the field, such as a small rucksack, may be used as a rest for the rifle in the prone position, or to support the body in the sitting and kneeling positions.
Course of Fire: The Stalkers Test is essentially a test of competence for shooters who regularly stalk live deer. The Test comprises two shots from each of the five positions detailed above. There is no time limit for this test but it must be completed without undue delay. Unless there is an interruption to shooting, once the rifle has been raised to the shoulder it may not be removed until the shot has been fired. No more than two rounds may be loaded in each position and the Range Officer (RO) must check that all rifles are unloaded and the action open before permitting a change of position. All shooters in a detail must fire their two shots from each position before they all change position together. Shooting will be under the control of the RO who will ensure that, as far as practicable, the conditions are the same for all participants.
The Fox
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the either the BSRC Class B or BSRC Class A centrefire standards. Those wishing to shoot for ‘score only’ will be permitted to use any rifle/ammunition combination meeting NRA Range Regulations.
Range and Target Standards: Targets must be of a design approved by the Executive Committee of the BSRC. The target currently approved by the Executive Committee to be used for this discipline is the DJV Fox. The event is shot at 200m on the NRA Short Siberia Range.
Shooting Position: This event is shot from 2 positions:
• Sitting
• Standing
Course of Fire: Shooters will be required to fire a total of 10 rounds in two series of 5 shots, no sighters permitted, at a DJV Fox target.
The first series of 5 shots will be from the sitting position using double sticks for support, the second series of 5 shots will be taken from a standing position using double sticks. Only double sticks with two points of contact with the ground and a single point of contact with the rifle will be permitted.
A time limit of 90 seconds will be applied to each series of 5 shots.
The Chamois
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Class B centrefire standard, ammunition must comply with the Range Regulations as they apply from time to time. Those wishing to shoot for ‘score only’ will be permitted to use any rifle/ammunition combination meeting NRA Range Regulations.
Range and Target Standards: Targets must be of a design approved by the Executive Committee of the BSRC. The target currently approved by the Executive Committee to be used for this discipline is the DJV Chamois. The event is shot at 200m on the NRA Short Siberia Range.
Shooting Position: This event is shot from 2 positions:
• Prone
• Sitting
Course of Fire: Shooters will be required to fire a total of 10 rounds in two series of 5 shots, no sighters permitted, at a DJV Chamois target.
The first series of 5 shots will be from the prone position with the only rest permitted being a small backpack or similar bag under the fore end of the rifle – front bags, bipods or other front rests will not be permitted.
The second series of 5 shots will be taken from a sitting position where the shooter may use a single stick – of the type that might be used to steady yourself when walking around the side of a mountain looking for Chamois to shoot!
There is no time limit for completing either 5 shot series but shooters will be expected to take a shot on a single breath once the rifle is in the aim.
The "Charles Leatherby"
The following rules apply in addition to those detailed in Rules Applicable to all Static Sporting Target Competitions:
Rifles & Ammunition: This competition is restricted to rifles which meet the BSRC Class B centrefire standard.
Range and Target Standards: This is shot on the BSRC Statics range. Targets must be of a design approved by the Executive Committee of the BSRC. The target currently approved by the Executive Committee to be used for this competition is the DJV roebuck.
Shooting Position: The match comprises ten shots, two shots fired from each of five positions:
• Prone
• Simulated high seat
• Sitting
• Kneeling
• Standing
The rifle must be unloaded and the action open whilst changing positions.
Course of Fire: There is no time limit for shooting, but the shooter must fire without delay. Except for safety reasons, once raised, the rifle must not be lowered from the shoulder until the shot has been fired. The shots may not be spotted with a telescope between positions. Carrying slings may be used to help to support the rifle in all shooting positions. A single ‘stalker’s stick’ (monopod) may be used to help support the leading arm in the standing position only. No other support may be used. The clothing worn must be of a type suitable for normal street or sports wear, or for hunting in the field. Specialist clothing designed for target shooting is not permitted.
If two or more shooters tie for first place, the shooter whose worst shot(s) has the highest value will be deemed to have won. The decimal scoring available with the electronic targets will be used to establish the worst shot.
Sitting Fox
This competition may be shot in either ‘Open Class’ (BSRC Class ‘A’) format or in ‘Test’ (BSRC Class ‘B’) form. The following rules apply in addition to the Rules Applicable to all Static Sporting Target Competitions:
Rifles & Ammunition: When shot in ‘Open Class’ format, any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Class A centrefire standard; there are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the range limits. When shot in ‘Test’ form, any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Class B centrefire standard.
Range and Target Standards: Targets must be of a design approved by the Executive Committee of the BSRC. The target currently approved by the Executive Committee used for this competition is the DJV 100m sitting fox. The competition is designed to be shot on the BSRC Statics range.
Shooting Position: The shooting position for the Sitting Fox competition is standing, without support. The rifle must be held against the body and supported only with both hands. The leading arm must not rest on the hip or chest. Although a sling may be attached to the rifle, its use to help support the rifle is not permitted except when the competition is shot in ‘Test’ form when a sling and a single ‘stalker’s stick’ (monopod) may be also used to help support the leading arm. Until the order to fire is given, the rifle must be held so that its butt is clearly visible below the arm pit of the shooter unless the shooter is using a ‘stalker’s stick’. The ‘ready position’ to be adopted when using a ‘stalker’s stick’ is butt in the shoulder, head off the stock.
Course of Fire: The Sitting Fox competition comprises two series of five shots, each of which is shot in a time limit of one minute. The competition is shot on the command of a RO who will time the shooting. After completion of the first series, the RO will allow sufficient time to reload and then the second series will be shot.
The range commands are as follows:
“FOR YOUR FIRST SERIES MAKE READY WITH FIVE ROUNDS.”
The shooter may take up his position and charge any removable magazine. He may not load any cartridges into his rifle. The RO will then call:
“LOAD.”
The RO will allow sufficient time for shooters to load and will then call:
“ARE YOU READY?”
The RO will then allow about 5 seconds for any shooter to declare that he is not ready to shoot. If any shooter calls “NOT READY”, the RO will announce 30 seconds extra preparation time.
He will then repeat the call:
“ARE YOU READY.”
If all shooters are ready, the RO will call:
“ATTENTION – – – – STAND BY – – – – SHOOT.”
The shooter may then engage the target. The RO starts his stop watch and calls out the time every 10 seconds until 58 seconds have elapsed, when he will commence the command:
“FIFTY EIGHT, FIFTY NINE, STOP.”
This command must be started at 58 seconds and completed at 60 seconds.
The above instructions are repeated for the second series. When this has been completed, the RO will call:
“CEASE FIRE, UNLOAD, SHOW CLEAR.”
Only after the RO has inspected each rifle will he allow shooters to vacate the firing line.
If a shot is fired after the command “STOP” has been given, the value of the highest scorings shot(s) on the target will be deducted from the score. If a shot is fired after the command “CEASE FIRE” the shooter will be disqualified from the competition.
Roebuck Stalkers Match
Rifles & Ammunition: This discipline is restricted to rifles which meet the BSRC Class B centrefire standard.
Range and Target Standards: Targets must be of a design approved by the Executive Committee of the BSRC. The target currently approved by the Executive Committee used for this discipline is the ‘Anatomical’ roebuck target on the electronic target system. The plain roebuck image must be displayed on the scoring screen, not the image showing the roebuck internals which define the scoring areas.
Should the electronic targets be unavailable, the DJV roebuck, fitted with a special `blank’ centre which has scoring rings marked on reverse side only will be used. The scoring rings are located and configured to better correspond with the desired point of impact on the live animal than the standard DJV roebuck, and denote scoring areas of 10, 9 and 5 points.
The discipline is designed to be shot on the BSRC Statics range.
Shooting Position: The Roebuck is shot from two positions:
• Sitting or Kneeling,
• Standing.
No part of the structure of the firing point shelter may be used as a support in either position.
Slings and/or a single ‘stalker’s stick’ (monopod) may be used in either position.
Only clothing normally used for stalking is allowed, i.e. no target shooting jackets etc. Until the order to fire is given, the rifle must be held so that its butt is clearly visible below the arm pit of the shooter unless the shooter is using a ‘stalker’s stick’. The ‘ready position’ to be adopted when using a ‘stalker’s stick’ is butt in the shoulder, head off the stock.
Course of Fire: The course of fire comprises a series of five shots from the sitting or kneeling position, followed by a further series five shots from the standing position. The Range Officer (RO) will control the shooting in the same manner as the standard BSRC Sitting Fox competition, except that the time limit for each series of five shots will be 90 seconds.
A specimen target with the scoring rings marked on the front will be available for inspection at the firing point. Where a scoring ring is struck the higher score will count. No gauging will be allowed. In the event of a tie, the shooter with the worst shot(s) loses.
Mini McQueen Competition Rules
Group A: a .22LR rifle and scope combination which, together with front bipod if fitted, weighs no more than
7.25kg. Adjustable stocks are permitted and shooters may use one or both of a front and rear bag. Up to 5 sighting shots may be fired on the sighting target provided. The course of fire will be 10 shots to count on a Figure DP14 target with scoring rings of V, 5, 4 and 3, as set out in Figure 1 below. The target will appear at random in one of nine ‘windows’ for a period of 3 seconds during which time only one single shot may be fired; away time between exposures will vary and will be between 5 and 20 seconds. Failure to fire at an exposure for any reason other than an ammunition malfunction (misfire) will be deemed as a miss.
Group B: a .22LR rifle and scope combination which weighs no more than 5.5kg. Adjustable stocks are NOT permitted and shooters must only support the forend of the rifle with their hand (the back of the forward hand may be supported by a suitable bag or other rest which must not touch the rifle). No other front rest or support is permitted and the rear of the stock must be clear of the bench and supported only in the shooters shoulder. Up to 5 sighting shots may be fired on the sighting target provided. The course of fire will be 10 shots to count on a Fox target with scoring rings of V, 5, 4 and 3, as set out in Figure 2 below. The target will appear at random in one of nine ‘windows’ for a period of 3 seconds during which time only one single shot may be fired; away time between exposures will vary and will be between 5 and 20 seconds. Failure to fire at an exposure for any reason other than an ammunition malfunction (misfire) will be deemed as a miss.
Any shooter scoring 50.6 or higher will be required to shoot a ‘tie score’ in the next detail.
The following rules apply to all BSRC Static Sporting Target competitions:
Clothing: Specialist clothing designed for target shooting is only permitted in ‘Open’ competitions, i.e. those which require the use of BSRC Class A centrefire standard rifles. When shot in ‘Test’ format, i.e. competitions confined to the use of BSRC Class B centrefire standard rifles and ammunition, the clothing worn must be of a type suitable for normal street or sports wear, or for hunting in the field.
Competition Rules: The Range Officer (RO) will specify the time for shooting, and allocate targets and firing positions to shooters. Sighting shots are not allowed, nor is the spotting of the position of shots either on the targets themselves or, where electronic targets are in use, on the target display screens at the firing point. Shooting will normally be in squads, with as many shooters in a squad as there are targets available.
The Static Sporting Target competitions will normally be shot using the Club’s electronic targets. Since the target faces are not patched between series, total reliance has to be placed on the
electronic target system. The RO may, at the beginning of the match, be requested to fire a test shot at each target to verify calibration. On completion of the course of fire, shooters will be given a print output showing the position and scoring of shots and the total score. The electronic target system automatically applies an 8.0 mm gauge to all shots.
A rifle and ammunition which satisfies Range Safety Regulations but which does not comply with the specification for the competition may be used, subject to the approval of the RO.
Although allowed to shoot, the scores of shots fired from such a rifle may not count for any prize or award, and any score cards must be appropriately marked.
In the event that electronic targets are not in use, the following rules apply:-
a) On completion of shooting, and after all rifles have been shown to be unloaded, the RO may give the command to change targets. Complete target boards will be changed and all marking and patching will be carried out near the firing point. The competitor may inspect his target before it is changed. During Monthly Club Matches, the competitor will normally be present and agree his score whilst the target is marked and before it is patched. During the Annual Club Championships and the Spring Match, the competitors will be asked only to agree the number of shot holes in their target which will be marked by an independent scorer.
b) The RO will adjudicate on any target that has more shot holes than are allowed in the competition. Shots fired on the wrong target will be scored as misses and two points deducted from the score of the competitor at fault. If it can be shown that the shooter with excess shots on their target fired only the correct number of shots, but it cannot be established which are the excess shots, he will be credited with the highest value of shots on the target. If a competitor fires more shots than are allowed for in the competition rules, the value of the highest scoring shot(s) will be deducted and the shooter penalised two points for each extra shot. The RO’s decision is final.
c) If it should be necessary to use a shot hole gauge, when shot in ‘Open Class’ (BSRC Class ‘A’) format an 8.00 mm plug gauge will be used. When shot in ‘Test’ (BSRC Class ‘B’) form, a gauge equal to the calibre in use will be used.
Tie Breaking: Where it is necessary to break a tie (e.g. for a trophy or an award), the shooter whose worst shot has the highest value, including the decimal value where available, will be deemed to predominate.
Malfunctions: If a shooter experiences technical problems with his rifle or ammunition making it impossible or unsafe to continue to shoot (e.g. a misfire), the appropriate safety procedures must be followed. The shooter will be allowed to complete the series with that rifle and/or ammunition if the fault can be corrected and other shooters not inconvenienced. The RO’s decision is final.
The shooter will not be allowed to repeat the shot during which the malfunction occurred regardless of the cause. However: in the case of the Sitting Fox, the shooter will be allowed the unexpired time to complete the series; for the Roebuck, the shooter will be allowed to complete the remaining exposures; in the Stalker’s Test, the shooter will be allowed to complete the remainder of the series.
The following rules apply in addition to those detailed in Rules Applicable to all Static Sporting Target Competitions:
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Rimfire .22LR standard. There are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the range limits.
Range and Target Standards: Targets must be of a design approved by the Executive Committee of the BSRC. The target currently approved by the Executive Committee to be used for this discipline is the DJV 50m sitting fox. The discipline is shot either on the BSRC Running Boar range, used as a 50m statics range, or on Time Limit range.
Shooting Position: The Fox is shot from the standing position. No part of the structure of the firing point shelter may be used as a support in either position. Slings may be used for both series of five shots and, in addition, a single ‘stalker’s stick’ (monopod) may be used for the second series of five shots. Only clothing normally used for stalking is allowed, i.e. no target shooting jackets etc.
Course of Fire: The course of fire comprises two series of five shots. The Range Officer (RO) will control the shooting in the same manner as the standard BSRC Sitting Fox competition, except that the time limit for each series of five shots will be 90 seconds.
A specimen target with the scoring rings marked on the front will be available for inspection at the firing point. Where a scoring ring is struck the higher score will count. No gauging will be allowed. In the event of a tie, the shooter with the worst shot(s) loses.
This competition may be shot in either ‘Open Class’ (BSRC Class ‘A’) format or in ‘Test’ form (BSRC Class ‘B’). The following rules apply in addition to the Rules Applicable to all Static Sporting Target Competitions:
Rifles & Ammunition: When shot in ‘Open Class’ format, any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Class A centrefire standard; there are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the range limits. When shot in ‘Test’ form, any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Class B centrefire standard.
Range and Target Standards: Targets must be of a design approved by the Executive Committee of the BSRC. The target currently approved by the Executive Committee used for this competition is the DJV roebuck. The competition is designed to be shot on the BSRC Statics range.
Shooting Position: The shooting position for the Roebuck competition is sitting or kneeling without support. A sling may be used to help support the rifle and, when the competition is shot in ‘Test’ form, a rifle mounted or hand held bipod may also be used to help support the leading arm provided that the rifle is supported above the intersection of the bipod legs. Until the order to fire is given, or the target is exposed, the rifle must be held so that its butt is clearly visible below the arm pit of the shooter.
Course of Fire: The Roebuck event is a snap shooting competition comprising two series of five shots. A time of 4 seconds is allowed for each shot, with between 6 and 15 seconds allowed between shots. The competition is shot on the command of a RO who will time the shooting. After completion of the first series, the RO will allow sufficient time to reload and then the second series will be shot.
The range commands are as follows:
“FOR YOUR FIRST SERIES, MAKE READY WITH FIVE ROUNDS.”
The shooter may take up his position and charge any removable magazine. He may not load any cartridges into his rifle. The RO will then call:
“LOAD.”
The RO will allow sufficient time for shooters to load and assume the ‘READY’ position, and will then call:
“ARE YOU READY?”
The RO will then allow about 5 seconds for any shooter to declare that he is not ready to shoot. If any shooter calls “NOT READY”, the RO will announce 30 seconds extra preparation time. He will then repeat the call:
“ARE YOU READY?”
If all shooters are ready, the RO will call:
“ATTENTION —–STAND BY.”
The RO then starts his stopwatch and, after a random interval of 3 – 12 seconds, calls:
“SHOOT.”
After a further interval of 4 seconds he calls:
“STOP.”
The calls “SHOOT” and “STOP” are repeated for each of the five shots with a random interval of 3 – 12 seconds from when all shooters have reloaded and regained the Ready position, and 4 seconds allowed to aim and fire.
The above instructions are repeated for the second series. When this has been completed, the RO will call:
“CEASE FIRE, UNLOAD, SHOW CLEAR.”
Only after the RO has inspected each rifle will he allow shooters to vacate the firing line.
If a shot is fired after the command “STOP” has been given, the value of the highest scoring shot(s) on the target will be deducted from the score. If a shot is fired after the command “CEASE FIRE” the shooter will be disqualified from the competition.
NB: If the electronic timer is being used in conjunction with the electronic targets, any shot fired more than 4 seconds after the command “FIRE” will automatically be discounted, i.e. the actual shot fired will be discounted and not the highest scoring shot.
If a shooter is using a rifle which is unable to accept five rounds, the RO may, at his discretion, allow him to shoot by loading each round singly. If the shooter chooses this option, a magazine may not be used except as a loading platform. The time allowed for each shot will be unchanged at four seconds, but the interval between shots may be increased by 6 seconds to (randomly) between 12 – 21 seconds.
Standing Boar Target used during Deer Unlimited: During the Deer Unlimited competition the 100m DJV Standing Boar target is used in place of the 100m DJV Roebuck target. The course of fire is 10 shots, in two series of 5 shots, from the standing position without support.
Each shot is fired during a timed 4 second exposure. In other words, the course of fire is the same as described above, but at the Standing Boar target and from the standing position.
Rifles & Ammunition: This competition is restricted to rifles which meet the BSRC Class B centrefire standard.
Range and Target Standards: Targets must be of a design approved by the Executive Committee of the BSRC. The target currently approved by the Executive Committee used for this competition is the DJV roebuck.
The competition is designed to be shot on the BSRC Statics range.
Shooting Position: The Stalkers Test is shot from five positions:
• Bench or simulated high seat,
• Prone,
• Sitting,
• Kneeling,
• Standing.
No part of the structure of the firing point shelter may be used as a support in any of the five positions. No additional aids, such as a support for the rifle, may be used when shooting from the bench or simulated high seat. Slings may be used in all five positions and a stalkers stick (monopod or bipod), suitable for use in the field, may be used to steady the leading arm. If used, the same stick must be used throughout, although it may be adjusted between positions if this can be done without undue delay. A rifle-mounted bipod may be used instead of the stick, provided that the rifle gross weight limit is not exceeded and that it remains attached to the rifle throughout the complete course of fire. Personal effects typical of those that might be carried in the field, such as a small rucksack, may be used as a rest for the rifle in the prone position, or to support the body in the sitting and kneeling positions.
Course of Fire: The Stalkers Test is essentially a test of competence for shooters who regularly stalk live deer. The Test comprises two shots from each of the five positions detailed above. There is no time limit for this test but it must be completed without undue delay. Unless there is an interruption to shooting, once the rifle has been raised to the shoulder it may not be removed until the shot has been fired. No more than two rounds may be loaded in each position and the Range Officer (RO) must check that all rifles are unloaded and the action open before permitting a change of position. All shooters in a detail must fire their two shots from each position before they all change position together. Shooting will be under the control of the RO who will ensure that, as far as practicable, the conditions are the same for all participants.
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the either the BSRC Class B or BSRC Class A centrefire standards. Those wishing to shoot for ‘score only’ will be permitted to use any rifle/ammunition combination meeting NRA Range Regulations.
Range and Target Standards: Targets must be of a design approved by the Executive Committee of the BSRC. The target currently approved by the Executive Committee to be used for this discipline is the DJV Fox. The event is shot at 200m on the NRA Short Siberia Range.
Shooting Position: This event is shot from 2 positions:
• Sitting
• Standing
Course of Fire: Shooters will be required to fire a total of 10 rounds in two series of 5 shots, no sighters permitted, at a DJV Fox target.
The first series of 5 shots will be from the sitting position using double sticks for support, the second series of 5 shots will be taken from a standing position using double sticks. Only double sticks with two points of contact with the ground and a single point of contact with the rifle will be permitted.
A time limit of 90 seconds will be applied to each series of 5 shots.
Rifles & Ammunition: Any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Class B centrefire standard, ammunition must comply with the Range Regulations as they apply from time to time. Those wishing to shoot for ‘score only’ will be permitted to use any rifle/ammunition combination meeting NRA Range Regulations.
Range and Target Standards: Targets must be of a design approved by the Executive Committee of the BSRC. The target currently approved by the Executive Committee to be used for this discipline is the DJV Chamois. The event is shot at 200m on the NRA Short Siberia Range.
Shooting Position: This event is shot from 2 positions:
• Prone
• Sitting
Course of Fire: Shooters will be required to fire a total of 10 rounds in two series of 5 shots, no sighters permitted, at a DJV Chamois target.
The first series of 5 shots will be from the prone position with the only rest permitted being a small backpack or similar bag under the fore end of the rifle – front bags, bipods or other front rests will not be permitted.
The second series of 5 shots will be taken from a sitting position where the shooter may use a single stick – of the type that might be used to steady yourself when walking around the side of a mountain looking for Chamois to shoot!
There is no time limit for completing either 5 shot series but shooters will be expected to take a shot on a single breath once the rifle is in the aim.
The following rules apply in addition to those detailed in Rules Applicable to all Static Sporting Target Competitions:
Rifles & Ammunition: This competition is restricted to rifles which meet the BSRC Class B centrefire standard.
Range and Target Standards: This is shot on the BSRC Statics range. Targets must be of a design approved by the Executive Committee of the BSRC. The target currently approved by the Executive Committee to be used for this competition is the DJV roebuck.
Shooting Position: The match comprises ten shots, two shots fired from each of five positions:
• Prone
• Simulated high seat
• Sitting
• Kneeling
• Standing
The rifle must be unloaded and the action open whilst changing positions.
Course of Fire: There is no time limit for shooting, but the shooter must fire without delay. Except for safety reasons, once raised, the rifle must not be lowered from the shoulder until the shot has been fired. The shots may not be spotted with a telescope between positions. Carrying slings may be used to help to support the rifle in all shooting positions. A single ‘stalker’s stick’ (monopod) may be used to help support the leading arm in the standing position only. No other support may be used. The clothing worn must be of a type suitable for normal street or sports wear, or for hunting in the field. Specialist clothing designed for target shooting is not permitted.
If two or more shooters tie for first place, the shooter whose worst shot(s) has the highest value will be deemed to have won. The decimal scoring available with the electronic targets will be used to establish the worst shot.
This competition may be shot in either ‘Open Class’ (BSRC Class ‘A’) format or in ‘Test’ (BSRC Class ‘B’) form. The following rules apply in addition to the Rules Applicable to all Static Sporting Target Competitions:
Rifles & Ammunition: When shot in ‘Open Class’ format, any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Class A centrefire standard; there are no restrictions relating to ammunition other than the range limits. When shot in ‘Test’ form, any rifle is permitted which meets the BSRC Class B centrefire standard.
Range and Target Standards: Targets must be of a design approved by the Executive Committee of the BSRC. The target currently approved by the Executive Committee used for this competition is the DJV 100m sitting fox. The competition is designed to be shot on the BSRC Statics range.
Shooting Position: The shooting position for the Sitting Fox competition is standing, without support. The rifle must be held against the body and supported only with both hands. The leading arm must not rest on the hip or chest. Although a sling may be attached to the rifle, its use to help support the rifle is not permitted except when the competition is shot in ‘Test’ form when a sling and a single ‘stalker’s stick’ (monopod) may be also used to help support the leading arm. Until the order to fire is given, the rifle must be held so that its butt is clearly visible below the arm pit of the shooter unless the shooter is using a ‘stalker’s stick’. The ‘ready position’ to be adopted when using a ‘stalker’s stick’ is butt in the shoulder, head off the stock.
Course of Fire: The Sitting Fox competition comprises two series of five shots, each of which is shot in a time limit of one minute. The competition is shot on the command of a RO who will time the shooting. After completion of the first series, the RO will allow sufficient time to reload and then the second series will be shot.
The range commands are as follows:
“FOR YOUR FIRST SERIES MAKE READY WITH FIVE ROUNDS.”
The shooter may take up his position and charge any removable magazine. He may not load any cartridges into his rifle. The RO will then call:
“LOAD.”
The RO will allow sufficient time for shooters to load and will then call:
“ARE YOU READY?”
The RO will then allow about 5 seconds for any shooter to declare that he is not ready to shoot. If any shooter calls “NOT READY”, the RO will announce 30 seconds extra preparation time.
He will then repeat the call:
“ARE YOU READY.”
If all shooters are ready, the RO will call:
“ATTENTION – – – – STAND BY – – – – SHOOT.”
The shooter may then engage the target. The RO starts his stop watch and calls out the time every 10 seconds until 58 seconds have elapsed, when he will commence the command:
“FIFTY EIGHT, FIFTY NINE, STOP.”
This command must be started at 58 seconds and completed at 60 seconds.
The above instructions are repeated for the second series. When this has been completed, the RO will call:
“CEASE FIRE, UNLOAD, SHOW CLEAR.”
Only after the RO has inspected each rifle will he allow shooters to vacate the firing line.
If a shot is fired after the command “STOP” has been given, the value of the highest scorings shot(s) on the target will be deducted from the score. If a shot is fired after the command “CEASE FIRE” the shooter will be disqualified from the competition.
Rifles & Ammunition: This discipline is restricted to rifles which meet the BSRC Class B centrefire standard.
Range and Target Standards: Targets must be of a design approved by the Executive Committee of the BSRC. The target currently approved by the Executive Committee used for this discipline is the ‘Anatomical’ roebuck target on the electronic target system. The plain roebuck image must be displayed on the scoring screen, not the image showing the roebuck internals which define the scoring areas.
Should the electronic targets be unavailable, the DJV roebuck, fitted with a special `blank’ centre which has scoring rings marked on reverse side only will be used. The scoring rings are located and configured to better correspond with the desired point of impact on the live animal than the standard DJV roebuck, and denote scoring areas of 10, 9 and 5 points.
The discipline is designed to be shot on the BSRC Statics range.
Shooting Position: The Roebuck is shot from two positions:
• Sitting or Kneeling,
• Standing.
No part of the structure of the firing point shelter may be used as a support in either position.
Slings and/or a single ‘stalker’s stick’ (monopod) may be used in either position.
Only clothing normally used for stalking is allowed, i.e. no target shooting jackets etc. Until the order to fire is given, the rifle must be held so that its butt is clearly visible below the arm pit of the shooter unless the shooter is using a ‘stalker’s stick’. The ‘ready position’ to be adopted when using a ‘stalker’s stick’ is butt in the shoulder, head off the stock.
Course of Fire: The course of fire comprises a series of five shots from the sitting or kneeling position, followed by a further series five shots from the standing position. The Range Officer (RO) will control the shooting in the same manner as the standard BSRC Sitting Fox competition, except that the time limit for each series of five shots will be 90 seconds.
A specimen target with the scoring rings marked on the front will be available for inspection at the firing point. Where a scoring ring is struck the higher score will count. No gauging will be allowed. In the event of a tie, the shooter with the worst shot(s) loses.
Group A: a .22LR rifle and scope combination which, together with front bipod if fitted, weighs no more than
7.25kg. Adjustable stocks are permitted and shooters may use one or both of a front and rear bag. Up to 5 sighting shots may be fired on the sighting target provided. The course of fire will be 10 shots to count on a Figure DP14 target with scoring rings of V, 5, 4 and 3, as set out in Figure 1 below. The target will appear at random in one of nine ‘windows’ for a period of 3 seconds during which time only one single shot may be fired; away time between exposures will vary and will be between 5 and 20 seconds. Failure to fire at an exposure for any reason other than an ammunition malfunction (misfire) will be deemed as a miss.
Group B: a .22LR rifle and scope combination which weighs no more than 5.5kg. Adjustable stocks are NOT permitted and shooters must only support the forend of the rifle with their hand (the back of the forward hand may be supported by a suitable bag or other rest which must not touch the rifle). No other front rest or support is permitted and the rear of the stock must be clear of the bench and supported only in the shooters shoulder. Up to 5 sighting shots may be fired on the sighting target provided. The course of fire will be 10 shots to count on a Fox target with scoring rings of V, 5, 4 and 3, as set out in Figure 2 below. The target will appear at random in one of nine ‘windows’ for a period of 3 seconds during which time only one single shot may be fired; away time between exposures will vary and will be between 5 and 20 seconds. Failure to fire at an exposure for any reason other than an ammunition malfunction (misfire) will be deemed as a miss.
Any shooter scoring 50.6 or higher will be required to shoot a ‘tie score’ in the next detail.
Once you have completed your application it will automatically be forwarded to the club secretary for approval.
Before completing the application form you will need the names and membership number of 2 current full members of the club to propose and second your application. If you wish to visit the club prior to completing your application, please consult the events calendar for a convenient date. Please be aware that you will not be able to shoot during this visit.