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FRONTSIGHTCOVER STORYTHE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THF UNITED STATES PRACTICAL SHOOTING ASSOCIATIONVol. 15, No. 3, May/June 1998Publisher - USPSA/IPSC. INC.Board of DirectorsLarry Bullock, David Carruthers,Randy Cestaro, John Hurst, SteveKalamen, Mike Martin, Keith Milberger,Jeff NelsonFEATURE STORIES9 1998 SHOT Show16 Kessler Sizzles In The Sun18 Springfield's New Widebody20 The Brownells Catalog22 In The Spring...23 1998 NROI Instructors Conference26 Postal Match to Benefit Junior Program27 Junior Summer CampALSO IN THIS ISSUE8 A Note From Todd Jarrett14 The Hotbox15 The Easy Trigger Job28 Supplemental Practical Carry Gun Guidelines59 1998 Section Coordinators61 1998 Affiliated USPSA ClubsCOLUMNSMembers' Mailbag 2 IPSC History 49Inside USPSA 3 Neill on Reloading 51Inside NROI 4 RO Seminar Request 79Lnside IPSC 5 Membership Application 79From the Editor 6 Major Matches 81Bulletin Board 7 Junior Program Registration 82DIRECTORS AND OFFICERSArea 1 David Carruthers dcarruth@accutek.com Area 7 Randy Cestaro FiPCAD7@aolcomArea 2 Jeff Nelson jeftn@safanland.com Area 8 Mike Martin mripsc @erols.comArea 3 Larry Bullock area3@uspsa.org VP John AmitIon vpuspsa @aol comArea 4 Keith Milberger isoinc@tadfw.net AVP Bill Maund maund@aol.comArea 5 Steve Ka!amen skalamen@ntsource net Pres Andy Holler andy hollar@uspsa.comArea 6 John Hurst areasixtt aol.com EM Dave Thomas uspsasw@sos nelPresidentExec. ManagerVice PresidentAsst. VPSecretaryAndy HollarDave ThomasJohn AmidonBill MaundJudy SunderlinEditorial StaffEditor Dave ThomasAsst. Editor Roger MaierAdvertising Barbara GibbsContributors USPSA MEMBERSCopyright 0 1998 The United StatesPractical Shooting Association/IPSC, Inc. All rights reserved. Duplicationof contents in full or part isprohibited unless prior authorizationhas been obtained by writing toUSPSA/IPSC.FRONT SIGHT (ISSN 088%81x) ispublished bi-monthly for USPSAmembers by: USPSA/IPSC Inc., 903AMetcalf St., Sedro Woolley WA 98284.Annual Membership dues (U.S. andits possessions) $30, Foreign $40. $18of dues goes toward a one year subscriptionto FRONT SIGHT.Periodicals postage paid at SedroWoolley, WA, and additional mailingoffices.Address Service RequestedPOSI'MASTER: Send change of addressforms to: FRONT SIGHT POBox 811, Sedro Woolley WA 98284USPSA OFFICEPhone (360) 855-2245FAX (360) 855-0380web page http://www.uspsa.orge-mail: uspsasw@sos.netOffice hours - 8 am to 5 pm PacificPRESIDENT'S OFFICEPhone (719) 254-3371FAX (719) 254-3539BBS (719) 254-4367Office hours - 9 am to 4 pm MtnMay/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT1

MEMBERS'MAILBAGCOMMENTS FROM THE MEMBERSHIPFront Sight welcomes comments frommembers, but because of space restrictionswe cannot print all the letters wereceive. To increase the chances of yourletter being printed, lceep your letters tono more than 350 words. Longer letterswill be printed only if space allows. Unsignedletters will not be printed unlessunder extraordinary circumstances.Oops!We failed to identify the rangeofficer on the cover of the March issue,and we extend our apologies toGene Sutton for the omission.CorrectionThe March/April listed thewrong author for the article aboutthe Indiana Bow and Gun ClubChip McCormick Corp.Customize Nur 1911 the Easy WayAdjustable Trigger FactoryTriggerPulleis..:rd- Prepped for "Match" polished fullAdiustable for over-travelPrecision ground andand Iake-up.jpirssommw",ereavon ground cock.1-lalf-cock shaped to protect sear.IStainless steel andand poli%hed sea Sides narrowed to clear slide.Beveled edges for carIN comfortplecompositeInfra,construction 110 1-95esnugriaagceement $24.9151s,plennector.Hi-Tech Disco ( $11 O. 95Stainless SteelEliminates creep and makes Rod Recoil & Cap 021_15tngger release much crisperSpring Guide -,511.50Improved function. rellability, cyclic..and spnng life.1911 MAGSroom ........."'"'—Ilial'2 years have proven CMC and ..osewood Grip PanelsSHOOTNG STAR MAGS to NO be gAurn.quality the Extra-Capacity industry standard 1911 for mags extlibiton grade appearance 8, • •qualtiy Traditional hand cut 18 line8143-45 Gov't Stainless ....... .17.00 per inch checkering with double8rd-45 Gov't BluedwiPactSteel...S13.99.... "7'95diamond pattern The simplest.... Stiatg2n way to obtain a customized lookRight side panel is cut to accept7rd-45 officers .‘e.r"ess wiPad'" -$19'5° • ambidextrous thumb-safetyOrd-45 Gov't Stainless...$24.95'ISend $2.00 for Catalog or call for free f/yer covering all 191/products. Website @wwwchipmccormickcorp comZID Chip McCormick Corp.SATISFACTION IS GUARANTEED* eh FA"PO.Box 90127.Refurd ar-oun, Oase.1 on Cf.1C. Austin, TX 78709,elad once Return unaltered palsOrder Toll Free 800-328-CHIPoolhar 30 days of purchase .th sales re(reptDEALERS INQUIREUnited Cerebral Palsy match. Thecorrect author is Helen HughesSmith. Front Sight regrets the error.Ron WilsonRon Wilson, USPSA # A-3723,passed away in February 1998. Hecompeted with The Northern IllinoisShooter's Associaton.Roger L. Brown, L-738Headless Target — ForI recently read Andy Hollar'sopinion on the new headless targetfor possible adoption for IPSC andUSPSA matches. I could not agreewith you more! When I startedshooting IPSC about a year and ahalf ago, it was with a Glock 23 andI practiced for purely defensive reasons.As I became more involved in• •Offer oniy appfies for pprchases from CMG Of paroropaling cealersthe sport and my equipmentchanged, it became obviously clearthat IPSC is purely a game arid nothingmore. I nal the stats for a localclub and our seasoned shooters willalways look at the stats and comparematch points, times, and percentages.This is a far cry from IDPA,which I also shoot. There we critiqueeach other after our runs on beingtactically correct. We also do not allowshooters to take sight pictures orallow you to prepare for your run bysimulating the course and memorizingyour mag changes and shootingposition. IPSC is anything but practicalthese days with race guns, holstersout of Star Wars, and bandoleersof magazines around yourwaist. The odds of you encounteringa scenario with 20 targets or more,or even 10, and having to use threeor four high capacity magazines inreal life is absurd!By changing the target to a headlessone, we will get more sponsorsfor our matches and the perceptionof the general public will be more ofa potential Olympic sport ratherthan a bunch of "gun nuts" practicingfor a death wish encounter withan angry crowd. I am a manager forBellSouth Mobility, a Fortune 25company, and we spend millionseach year sponsoring sports, $9 milliona year for NASCAR and close to$10 million for the past Olympics inAtlanta and as well as for golfingtournaments. I had a meeting withsome managers and showed themthe benefit of sponsoring a stage ora whole match since we are hittingour target customers, people in their30's to 50's, educated, making ourtarget salary range, and are skilledprofessionals in their field or owntheir own business, and that it willbe introduced as an Olympic sport.They loved the idea, but when Ishowed them the target we used, aLETTERS continued on page 36.2 FRONT SIGI-ET • May/June 1998

y Andy Hollar, t SPSA PRF SIDE \1\siDEUSPSAThe January board meetingtouched on a wide range ofissues from the mundaneto long-range. It is excitingto work with the board with theirvaried views and approaches toproblems. The complete minutes areelsewhere in this issue and on theweb site. I think USPSA is very wellserved by the board and appreciatethe hard work they put into the organization.We all owe them ourthanks.The Junior Program was giventhe nod on the ideas presented byDavid Francis. Junior shooters whoare under 18 at the time of the matchwill be given half off their entry feesfor any U.S. National Championshipmatch. The high juniors will also begranted a return slot to Nationals,and a slot will be available for thetop jurtior shooters (Open and Limited)of each area charnpionship.The board also discussed theproposal to jointly host a juniorshooter camp with the Clarks inLouisiana this August. The detailsare yet to be worked out, but if allgoes as intended, USPSA will helpsend one junior from each area tothe camp. The selection would haveto be submitted and accepted by theJunior at least four weeks prior tothe camp. For more details, contactyour area director. Sponsorship ofthe Junior Program is being coordinatedby David Francis who is doingyeoman's duty for our junior shooters.These young shooters are veryimportant to USPSA and to the futureof shooting and gun ownership.We have to give all the support wecan to them. Take a kid to the range!The women shooters weren'toverlooked at the meeting. Theboard corrected a longstanding unfairnessby awarding the top eightladies retum slots to Nationals. Thetop eight will also be recognized atthe Nationals banquets. Much likethe top 16 overall, the ladies willhave their own trophies. I have towonder how long it will be before alady makes the top 16 overall, surelynot long!New shooters' scores for PracticalCarry may now be included forclassification! At the same time theboard took this action, they made itclear the new category was intendedfor new shooters and that more experiencedmembers ought not to becompeting in it. For those newshooters starting in PC, fill out thescore sheets as you would for competitionin Open or Limited andUNITED STATESPRACTICAL SHOOTINGASSOCIATIONsend them to the home office. (Seethe supplemental Practical Carryguidelines on page 28 for the details.)Only if there is a separate categoryrecognized at the local club willthe score sheets need to be separatedand scored as a single match.While they were looking at theclassification system, the boardmoved that, "All classification scorePEARCE GRIPGlock Grip AccessoriesThte Choice Afhwfroitedle(800) 390-9420P 0 Box 187 • Bothell, WA 98041-0187 • USAPhone (425) 485-5488 Fax (425) 488-7102http://www.pearcegrip.comO.sheets must be returned to USPSAfor entry. Neither the range officernor the competitor rnay cross out orinvalidate a score, and that futurerevisions to the classification scoresheets reflect this change in policy."The range officers no longer are expectedto know if the shooter's performanceis up to his or her normalskill and cross out the scores ifsomething was not right, nor areshooters going to be crossing outscores. We have criteria built intothe system and the computer can decideif the score sheet is to be includedin the calculation.We will also be exploring the useof the IPSC Classic Target on a provisionalbasis in the United States.We want to get some shooter reactionbefore the issue comes to a votein 1999. If your match is interestedin giving them a try on one (nonclassifier)stage, drop me a note andI will send a few out. You will alsobe asked to fill out a survey formand return it so we can collect responses.The idea of approving the'Classic' target as an optional targetonly has been widely supported inthe notes I have received. (Lateword is that Alco Targets will bemanufacturing the Classic target inINSIDE USPSA continued on page 28.ktait $9. 9_5Also available in Red. Blue and GreenMay/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT

1\sIDENROIby John Amidon,The instructors of NROI metat their annual conferencethe first weekend of March.Many things were discussed,and some new programs areclose to happening.The Range Master program hasbeen changed significantly. Most ofthe match administration materialhas been removed, and the RM programnow concentrates on rules, arbitrations,course design, and safety.Only four range master studentswill be allowed per year, and eachwill be required to act as assistantrange master at one of the Nationalsto graduate from the program. Wealready have three candidates andinstructors ready to take on the newmaterial.A new classifier course book is inprogress, and one of the instructorshas already done a lot of work inrewording the stages selected. Otherinstructors are contributing to makethe stage procedures as clear andunderstandable as possible. Theyare also looking over the set-ups toensure that all distances are shown.Our hope is that this new coursebook will be less problematic thanthe current book.In January, the board of directorsauthorized a new book to be publishedby the end of the year. Theyalso have made allowance for a clubto choose from any of the classifiersCOLT 45 AUTO& Ail copesGrip ScrewBUSHING DRIVERFits overbushingand properlycenters bii in slolfa Gunsmrths& OwnersRemoves tightest slakedbushing without !eating 0 up$15 95 • $3_00 postage 8 handlingMich. residents 4% sates taxBOB KRIEGER, INC.Mager Gunsmith2271 Star COutl, Rochester Hills. MI 483091248) 853-8171listed throughout the year. Thisshould make it easier for indoorclubs to have enough classifiers tochoose from. To make sure that theclassification system works, thestages will be redone to make themas simple and straightforward aspossible so they can be set up andadmiruistered the same way for eachcompetitor around the country.'The material for Level II RO certificationis being updated. We hopeto have this available by the end of1998 as well. We are concentratingmore on proper course design, therules that apply to it, and arbitrations(which most often are the resultof poor course design). We in-tend to teach and bring back thefree-style aspect as much as is possible.We discussed some of the concernsor questions that you, themembers, have expressed, such asthe latest addition to equipment,"The Walk-Through Strap." Some ofyou have asked, "Does this have toremain on the holster during thecourse of fire?"Rule 7.20 states that if a retainingstrap is fitted, it must be used for theentire match. The interpretive wordis fitted. The instructors felt that becausethe strap is detachable, it doesnot fall under the intent of the nile.Many of the older holsters hadstraps that were part of the holsteror were sewn on to retain the gunsafely. These are what need to beused for the entire match. The walkthroughstrap was considered to beno different than a dust cover overthe gun. Both help to hold the gunin the holster while applied, but canbe removed prior to commencementof the stage.The walk-through strap, however,has raised another question. Ifthe holster will retain the gtm, whythe need for this additional strap?There are several explanations.While it is not USPSA's, the board ofdirectors', or NROI's position to endorseone holster over another, or tosay one is good and one is bad, it isour responsibility to provide themembers, match directors, rangemasters, and range officers with aset of rules and guidelines for you tofollow.US 7.20 pertains to holster testsand states that after such a test, theholster may not be adjusted prior tothe competitor beginning the course.Holster tests are one thing I noticemissing more and more at ourmatches. Rule 7.20 lists guidelinesfor determining whether a holstercan safely retain the gun. If you areconcerned about the retention capabilityof holsters used in your match,you should provide a means to havethem tested under these guidelines.Now you're thinking, "How canI stop them from adjusting their holstersafter they do the test and arewaiting their turn to shoot?" Oneway, and probably the one you willsee at the Nationals this year, is toinclude a 16-inch-high barrier thatthey have to jump over to get intothe start box or location before theyload and make ready. You, therange officer, are there to observethat no adjustments are done.I wouldn't be surprised if yousee holster tests in the area championshipsthis year, and certainly nextyear. Who knows, maybe we willeven start to see them again at localmatches.Remember, shoot fast, shootstraight, but most importantly,shoot safely.4 FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

y Dave Arnold, IROA CHAIRMAN1\siDEIPSCEach year in conjunction withthe SHOT Show, the IPSCPresident's Council meets toreview issues that affectpractical shooting, discuss currentoperations, and begin planning forevents and projects. These meetingsare open to any interested party,and this year, Council Member andUSPSA President Andy Holiar invitedFront Sight Editor DaveThomas to sit in and observe someof the planning that goes on at theinternational level. Following a longday of routine business, interspersedwith several spirited discussions,I received an invitation to joinDave and Andy for dinner. This wasan unexpected surprise to which Iquickly agreed. As a result of theschedules that we all face, it is infrequentthat we have an opportunityfor an extended conversation and,after all, it's not that often that Andyoffers up dinner.After causing serious damage toan excellent Mexican meal, we satback to engage in the time-honoredshooters' tradition of expressing ourstrong personal opinions on severalsubjects while carefully inspectingsome cerveza (beer) we had stumbledupon. It was at this point thatDave posed questions regardingsome of the early stages of developmentof USPSA and how events hadaffected the American shooters'view of international competition.During the discussion, he indicatedthat he felt this history to be importantand that many of the currentshooters should have a better appreciationof how both USPSA andIPSC have developed. Dave andAndy then asked if I would considerwriting a column for Front Sight thatwould dust off the pages of historyand give current members a differentperspective on the developmentof practical shooting. With USPSAhosting the North American Cham-pionship in June, this seemed particularlyappropriate.Many of you are aware that theNorth American Championship,scheduled for Barry, Ill., in late June,is an internationally sanctioned event,a Level IV match on the internationalschedule. These events arelisted as continental championshipsand are held every three years. TheLevel IV designation indicates theNorth American is a major production,especially when you considerthat the IPSC World Shoot is theonly Level V match in IPSC. Thecourse design was prepared andsubmitted to IPSC headquartersand, having met stringent guidelines,received the internationalsanction. This should indicate to anyinterested competitor that this eventis one of the best and will offer challengingshooting scenarios, superborgani7ation, officials from the In-row, VANDENBERG CUSTOMvietipil=1111ternational Range Officers Associationworking with a great group oforganizers, and the opportunity totest yourself against other shootersfrom many countries. Planning hasbeen under way for more than ayear, and it shows. This isn't just anothermatch, but a real show and vacationrolled into one. It doesn't getmuch better than this, and the organizersare due a big thank you.In his Inside NROI column in theMarch/April Front Sight, John Arnidonproperly points out that theNorth American Championship"will be run under the guidelines ofthe IPSC rules (red book)." Beforewe examine how the Red Book differsfrom the USPSA rule book, let's digup a bit of this history we talkedabout earlier and try to understandwhy the United States has one rulebook and the rest of the participatingcountries have another.USPSA was formed in November1982 following some initial organizationalmeetings at the 1982U.S. Nationals in Barry, Ill., andmany telephone calls to then RegionalDirector Jake Jatras. At thattime, the United States was the onlyIPSC region that did not have an individualmembership organizationin place. The other regions (coun-INSIDE !PSC continued on page 32.COMPETITION • DEFENSE • LAW ENFORCEMENTCUSTOM 1911's HIGH CAPACITY AND &NUE COLUMN OPEN ANO LIMITEDCOMPLETE CUSTOM SERVICE ON AR-15's870-1100-1187 SHOTGUNS----14.°1"17111e1111112430 Galveston Rd. B-18 Houston, Tx 77598Ph 1281) 480-3180 Fx 1281) 480-3224May/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT 5

FROM THEEDITORby Dave Thomas, t II\ I N.\ \\ %FRIPSC ColumnThe IPSC/USPSA relationshiphas a checkered history. At times,contention between the two organizationshas threatened to sever theties altogether. Some USPSA membershave expressed the feeling thatthe "tail wags the dog," while IPSCmembers from other countries haveresented USPSA's success coupledwith the American "take it over anddo it right" attitude.As we mature as organizations,we realize that neither of us is theenemy. As gun owners, we do notlack genuine opponents and we arecoming to realize that wasting energyfighting with each other willonly contribute to eventual victorygier-rnipontw.hr ■irpMWOrartwirm,70...70N N. -Prest Precision RPM3334 W McDowell, Suite 24 • Phoenix, AZ 85009ej.swa,‘c 602-352-1845 • www.prestprecision-rpm.comNo Production Line!I custom build firearmsto the specific requirementsof my customersOriginators of:8-Shot 38 Super S&W RevolversGhost Ring Pistol SightsPhantom Point Sights &'Rapid Deployment Lever for BipodsG02-352-1845email@prestprecision-rpm.comfor those who oppose everything webelieve in.Consistent with that spirit of cooperationand reconciliation, we areproud to announce that IROA (InternationalRange Officer Association)Chairman Dave Arnold will bewriting a regular column for FrontSight. Dave will talk to us aboutIPSC history, activities and policies,which I hope will result in a betterunderstanding of our importance toeach other. His first column appearsin this issue beginning on page 5.Dave's involvement with IPSCgoes back to 1977. He was thefounding director of USPSA, servinguntil Dave Stanford's election asUSPSA president in 1984. He wasthe match director of World Shoot•P■iir^rrirmir•Nr••Proud distributors of STI,ADCO and EGW PartsContact me for my current catalog.VI, which was hosted by his homeclub, the Lafayette Gun Club of Virginia.Since then he has served as artofficial at six more world championships.In 1988, he was given the task ofstarting IROA and in 1989 becameits vice president. In 1994, he waselevated to the position of president.In 1997, he was appointed chairmanof IROA with the task of long-termplanning.Dave is a lieutenant in charge oftraining and personnel at a large regionaljail in eastern Virginia. Pleasejoin us in welcoming Dave to thepages of Front Sight.Mail Service(?)We occasionally get calls frompanicky stats officers who havemailed classification reports to usthat we haven't received. Frequentlythese conversations turn mildly unpleasantbecause the mailer assumeswe were careless and lost his material,and we tend to assume that heforgot to mail it or rnisaddressed thepackage. Neither assumption is fair,but human nature being what it is,they are inevitable.Recently we had an object lessonon the subject. A package arrived onFebruary 24 which had been mailedfrom Berry, Ky., with a postmark ofDecember 23, 1997. The package hada note which had obviously been attachedby a postal worker whichsaid, "Found in supposedly emptymail equipment Cincinnati MTEC2/17/98."Unfortunately, the reason for thescores not being received is not relevant;we can't enter what we don'thave and we must have the originalscore sheets. A lesson can be learnedfrom this situation, however, andthat is that we should all try to havea bit more trust and faith in eachother.EDITOR continued on page 30.6 FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

0 n October 24, after the1997 USPSA Limited Nationals,my wife, Denise,and I were the last onesto leave the banquet. As the nextday rolled around and the phonestarted ringing as people called tocongratulate me on my wins at thetwo USPSA Nationals, I had no ideaof what would transpire on October29.Denise was having some sorenessin her side, but after a completephysical in August failed to findanything wrong, she did not suspectthat it was anything severe. After afew more tests, though, the wordcame back, "I'm sorry to inform youthat you have liver cancer, and youhave about one year to live." As Ipicked her up off the floor, wecouldn't believe our ears. At 33, Icouldn't understand why this couldhappen to our family. After a couplemore days of tests, we thought wewould have a good six to eightmonths together, but a week laterA Note From Todd JarrettFrom Hero To ZeroDenise and Todd Jarrett spent sometime talking with friends atter the 1997Limited Nationals banquet.Denise's health started to deterioratefast. Thirty days after the diagnosis,a dark horse came riding intomy camp, and a part of me died thatday. At the age of 40, she had nochance to survive the breast cancerwhich had spread to her liver.On December 2, when my familyand I went in for the viewing, wecouldn't believe our eyes. Therewere flowers by the truckload. Afterthree hours of standing in one place,I stepped back to catch my breath.Wow! That was most of the shootingcommunity.As the days went by, more flowers,donations, phone calls, and hundredsof cards came in. There is noway I that I can contact each personand thank them. So I'm writing thisto say "thank you" for all yourprayers and thoughts during thistough time in my life. God bless youand your families in 1998.Thank you.Take a kid shooting.Todd JarrettDistributors of:STI Frames. Mag Bodies.Followers, Base Pads & SpringsNowlin BarrelsNew 40S&W Bull BarrelsStandard 9mm. 9x21, 9x23. 40. 45ACPC-More ScopesEnCustom1137 N. Godfrey St.Allentown, PA 18103(610)433-9191Fax: (610)433-9210Call Io join our mailing hstmaw grallennurn-cuerom ccon963 EDM CompMassive Firing PinMassive Firing Pin StopMassive EjectorCompetition Proven SearNational Match & Comm.Drop in BushingsGuns available forimmediate deliveryCarry, Limited, OpenWhy compromise?Millennium is unmatched in providingreliability, fit & finish in a truly Custc.,-firearm to fit your needs and specs.Congratulations to Todd JarrettWinner 1997 IPSC Limited NationalsGun: Millennium Custom Para Ordnance8FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

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lengths are the Commander, Standard,and Officer.Safariland, 3120 E. Mission Blvd.,Ontario CA 91761. Phone: (909) 923-7300, or (800) 347-1200 (US only)Web Site: www.safariland.comClark Custom GunsClark's has produced a light pullhammer which makes it possible fora gunsmith to produce a trigger pullof less than two pounds. Retail priceClark's mag well appears to be impossibleto miss under even the moststressful reloading situation.is $45. They also have an enormousmag well for STI/SV pistols that isavailable in aluminum ($70) orstainless steel ($90).Clark Custom Guns, 336 ShootoutLn., Princeton LA 71067. Phone:(318) 949-9884Web Site: www.clarkcustomguns.comStrayer Voigt, Inc.SV has developed a slide with aninterchangeable breechface. This innovativeslide enables the owner tocomplete a precise engineeringchange of caliber by simply installinga new caliber breechface, barrel,and extractor.SV has also developed the InterchangeableTrigger Systeme. Thistwo-piece trigger system allows theuser to change from a short flat triggerto a long curved trigger withoutdisassembling the pistol. Availabletrigger faces include short flat, mediumflat, long flat, short curved,long curved, and a hybrid flat withupper curve designed by BrianEnos. The Enos trigger was designedwith a slight curve at the topSV's new modular trigger system allowsshooters to find the right lengthtrigger without having to disassembletheir pistols.to prevent the shooter's trigger fingerfrom rubbing against the bottomof the frame while providing a flatsurface for the fingertip to rest on.The Interchangeable Trigger Systemis available for the SV Infinity frameand standard 1911 single-stackframes.Strayer Voigt Inc., 3435 Roy OrrBlvd, Grand Prairie TX 75050.Phone: (972) 513-1911Web Site: www.sviguns.comWHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU WERE SORRY YOU BOUGHT THE BEST?We sell only the Best!Distributors for:Straver-VoigtInfinity 9X23 Open Class Pistols(8 port comp, wide ambi safety)Infinity .40 S&W Limited Class Pistols(Long dust cover, BoNlar, wide ambi safety)Infinity Frame Kits(Standard. long dust cover. andCommander style frames in stock!Available pre-cut for ramped barreland/or pre-drilled for C-More)S-V Drop-In Hammer & Sear(If you haven't tried this S-V hammer and sear,you're in for a RIG surprise. It's absolutelyfantastic!)S-V Interlocking Trigger(Can be changed to any combination: short.long. curved or flat w/o taking the gun apart!)Extra inserts for triggerS-V Replacement Mag Tubes & Followers(140/170mm for 38 Super/9X23..40 S&W, .45 ACP)S-V Magazine Wells(Aluminum. no modifications required)52,19551,795as low as S332569 (pr)S28512550/586539AFTEC Modular ExtractorsSolve your extractor problemspermanently! 100% reliability!Lifetime guarantee against breakage!Cominolli Guide RodsPatented Frame Saver Design(Standard steel or Tungsten Carbide,standard or reverse recoil spring plugs.Tungsten recoil spring plugs also available!)Grams Base Pads & ProductsWhy settle for less than the best? Extra capacity plusquick and easy to assemble/disassemble for cleaning!)C-More Scopes830 & Railway models in stock!Available in black or grayKv-Tak ProductsPerfect for 1.1SPSA Limited/Single StackClassic/II/PA./concealed carry. Super fast!1911 style holster w/3 mag pouchesMGM Poppers. etc.If you buy anything else before seeingthese, you're making a BIG mistake,569Call for pricing530S2595100Call for pricingCall Emidio Gaspari @ (847) 295-5998Gaspari & Associates, 852 Old Elm Rd., Lake Forest, IL 60045We will meet /I athertised price!!! Dealers - send copy of FFL for pricing.May/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT 11

Smith &AlexanderSmith & Alexander has introducedmainspring housings and E-ZFit Hi Grip® safeties for the Para-Ordnance P10. The mainspringhousings are available in stainlesssteel or blue, and arched or flat vari-Alan Smith displays handguns withhis products installed.ations. The grip safety are availablein stainless steel or blue. All of theseproducts retail for $34.95.SA Smith & Alexander, PO Box496208, Garland TX 75049-6208.Phone: (800) 722-1911PachmayrPachmayr has produced a newprecision modular sight system for1998. The ACCU-SET System® arelow profile sights designed to fit theexisting dovetail groove of mostpopular semi-auto handguns. Thesight works with existing frontsights and is available with 3-dot,white outline, or target blades. TheACCU-SET sight is available forBrowning, Colt, Glock, Sig Sauer,Smith & Wesson Sigmas, Ruger P-89, and Para-Ordnance pistols. Retailprice is $54.98.Pachmayr, 1875 S. MountainAve., Monrovia CA 91016. Phone:(800) 423-9704 (8 to 4 Pacific time)Web Site: www.pachmayr.comKimberKimber has released a .45 ACPstainless steel target model built ona polymer high capacity frame. Each,....,--- ---,.. ,,_khi., r 0, )ATERNAT/ONAL'141.1111110.°lThe Kimber polymer frame pistol joinsthe ranks of high-capacity pistols.pistol is shipped with one 14-roundmagazine, and additional magazinesare available. A brochure aridprice list for the Kimber CustomShop is available for $2.00. Send toKimber Mfg. Inc. 1 Lawton St. YonkersNY 10705.Web site: www.kimberamerica.com/pages/452home.htmlNowlin ManufacturingNowlin is producing a limitededitionMickey Fowler series pistol.Only 250 pistols will be produced.Each pistol will have an ECM barrel,adjustable rear sight, high-setbeavertail, extended thumb safety,and match action kit. The front strapis checkered at 30 lines per inch andAin't just for IPSC anymore!Any Questions?LS-9 & LS-40www.STI-GUNS.COMSTI InternationalFalcon-3.9114 Halmar Cove, Georgetown TX 786281-800-959-8201E-mail: STIGUNS@prismnet.com12 FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

the custom grips are laser engravedwith Fowler's signature.Web Site: www.shooters.com/Nowlinwiiickey YowlerTarget ofEach Mickey Fowler edition pistolcomes with a target showing the pistol'saccuracy at 25 yards.Springfield ArmorySpringfield has released its ownhigh-capacity pistol. Read MikeDetty's review which begins onpage 18.Springfield Armory, 420 W.Main St., Geneseo IL 61254. Phone:(309) 944-5631.Rob Leatham displays his Open gun inbetween answering questions aboutSpringfield's new products.3111USPSASmith & WessonThe Smith & Wesson PerformanceCenter has produced a stainlesssteel .45 ACP that incorporatesmany 1911-style features. This newpistol, known as the Model 945, hasan ambixtrous thumb safetymounted on the frame that is disengagedwith a downward motion. Abeavertail grip safety is also included.Advance features of thisnew pistol are a linkless lockup, atitanium-coated spherical barrelbushing and tuned single-actionSHOOTERS OF COLUMBUS 14445 Milgen RoadColumbus, GA 31907(706)568-9313(706)568-9468 FaxShooters offers a full lineManufacturers Products:-Strayer Voigt-C-more-Bianchi-Wilson Combat-EGW-Ed Brown-Dillon-Oakley9mm9rnm9rnm404045ZERO BULLETS115 gr . 355124 gr . 355125 gr . 356180 gr200 gr230 grtrigger. Magazine capacity is eightrounds.Smith & Wesson, PO Box 2208,Springfield MA 01102-2208. Phone:(800) 331-0852, or (413) 781-8300.Web Site: http://www.smithwesson.comof the following-Benchmade-Spyderco-Cold Steel-Bushnell-Leupold-Burris-Nikon-Many More$ 45/M$ 46/M$ 46/M$ 62/M$ 63/M$ 66/MSAVE $1/M on orders of 2000 or moreCALL on volume pricing - 20/M or moreMastercard, Visa, Discover, and American Express AcceptedCheck out our new website at: www.shootersofcolumbus.comMay/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT 13

"HBy Mike Detty, L-1627ow many times have youhad a problem with yourgun that required sometype of home gunsmithing?After completing the work youhad to trudge back to the range totest fire the gun. Sometimes thisprocess was repeated three or fourtimes before you got it just right.Wouldn't it be much easier if youcould test fire the gun at home,make any necessary adjustments,then test fire it again? Wouldn't it begreat to have a range in your garagethat would allow you to functiontest your gun safely at your convenience?Super Trap Bullet ContainmentSystems has introduced Hot Boxes,the next best thing to having a rangein your garage. Perfect for the professionalgunsmith or serious hobbyist,the Hot Boxes provide a safeway to function fire your firearmThe Hotboxand completely contain even thehottest loads without fear of splatteror ricochet.The Hot Boxes are offered in twodifferent sizes. The HB 100 is 12inches by 12 inches by 16 inches,weighs about 115 pounds, and willhandle all pistol calibers up to andincluding the .454 Casull. The HB150 is 18 inches by 18 inches by 24inches and will handle all calibersup to and including the .460 Weatherb.It weighs 230 hernia-inducingpounds.The body of the Hot Box is madefrom heavy steel plate, similar towhat is used on gun safes. A selfsealingrubber face covers the targetarea on the front of the unit. Roundnose and FMJ bullets slide throughthe rubber plate leaving ordy a tirtysmudge. Hollow points and wadcutterscookie-cut holes in the rubberand accelerate the wear. I talkedwith Super Trap's Bud Marableabout the life-span of the SuperPlexrubber plate. "Expected life of theface plate depends on the bullettype...usually 3,000 to 5000 rounds,"he said. "Hollowpoints and wadcutterswill obviously accelerate wear; •0.•• •: p14. • .Po, •• •••••.. •*:• go.• • •••••- - . •• .°••- •O.!••THE PREMIER RECOIL REDUCTION SYSTEMReduce the abuse on you andyour gun. Our new systems slowthe slide down just before itnormally slants into the frairne,making it much easier to followthe sic., Drhts _ during recoil. The*GRANDMASTER" will help you cutyour muzzle flip and shoot faster!All systems have a 3o day MBGand a Lifetime Warranty!Used and recommended byMatt Burkett, Dave Vaughn,Dave Dawson, Riley Gilmore andDave Pruitt.• . • •Sprinco builds Factory OEMand aftermarket springs,guiderods and recoil reducersfor the handgun market. Wecarry a complete line ofrecoil acciRssories to fit yourneeds. If you have a springproblem or would like to findout more about our excellentdealer/distributor program,call usAir,/General Inquiries: (6o2) 5o7-56ioCentral to West ( 'oast Orders: (800) yr-953oCentral to East Coast Orders: (800) 78o-7209httpahvww.sprinco.comBriley(-411'VITHIMMUMArrnscorFRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

and reduce its life to 2,000 to 3000rounds." Current units are beingshipped with two face plates as wellas a stand.So just what type of filler canstop a .460 Weatherby bullet in lessthan 24 inches? How about groundup tires? Super Trap has developeda shredder that grinds tires intosmall pieces then tightly packs theHot Box with the material, sealing itBy Guy Neill, A-632The Easy Trigger JobM ost of us end up havingthe trigger on ourguns tuned or adjustedby a gunsmithto acquire a crisper, lighter let-off.The problem comes when youneed to ship your gun to the gunsmithand be without it for an unknownamount of time unless youare fortunate enough to have a localgunsmith who does good workand has a rapid turnaround.If you are having other workdone by the 'smith, then includinga trigger job is fairly painless andonly tacks on a few more dollars tothe bill. Now there is an alternativeto requiring a gunsmith to tuneyour trigger. No, this does notmean going out and buying hammerand sear jigs and learning todo it yourself, although many havetaken that approach. It means buyinga Nowlin Drop-In Trigger Kit.Available in either a Tactical orMatch version, the Nowlin Drop-In Kit consists of five pieces. Thenew hammer and sear are preppedinside with the face plate. SuperTrap also has developed indoor andoutdoor range backstops using theseground-up tires.I set up a sample of the HB 150in my garage and tried it with everythingfrom .32 ACP to .45 ACP, even7.62x39. I also used the Hot Box tochronograph some loads. The HB150 has plenty of frontal, or target,area and can serve for target practiceto provide a crisp, easy let-offupon installation, and when theyare combined with a new mainspring,disconnector and searspring, you have all the elementsto provide a superior trigger job.I tried one of the Match kits ina stock Colt Government Modelthat I had purchased new in 1969.The average trigger pull with thestock parts was 4.7 pounds. Afterinstalling the Nowlin kit, the averagetrigger pull was reduced by 1.5pounds to 3 1/8 pounds. No otherwork was required except for replacingthe parts—no jigs, nostones, just the parts--to obtain anew, lighter trigger pull.It must be noted that with differentframes, tolerances andmanufacturers, the results mayvary.The kits are available fromBrowneIls, 200 South Front St.,Montezuma IA 50171-1000, phone(515) 623-5401; or directly fromNowlin Custom Mfg., Rt. 1 Box308, Claremore OK 74017, phone(918) 342-0689.if set up parallel to the ground. Justbe sure of what is behind your HotBox in case you miss!Marable tells me that quite a fewof these units are sold to police departmentsand military units to providea place to safely clear firearms.They like the clean and sanitary lookof the Hot Box compared to the barrel-and-sandset-up used for thepast century.Having a Hot Box in your garageis a safe and effective alternative totime consuming trips to the range.(It also doesn't hurt if you have anunderstanding wife and neighbors.)For more information on SuperTrap's Hot Boxes or range backstopsgive them a call at (909) 693-2322 and tell them you saw it inFront Sight.ih MAO11111f1111161ED2313 S.W. Fem CirdePt St Lucie, Florida 34953561-878-7590The New Universal *puntWAR••■•■••••••41' 4r4• 4 4DEALERS OF CUSTOM AND PRODUCTION FOLDING TACTICAL KNIVESNOME*SpydsreoFixed Blade and Custom Knives and Automatics available upon requestCall for details and our catalogFIREAFtMS ADVISORY SERVICE12629 N. TATUM #164, PHX., AZ. 85032TO ORDER602-953-1092 10 - 5 M.S.T.CALLEasily mounts yourC-More Rai/way Sight in original positionor a setback position for better dottracking and lens careAlso greal for keeping that ejectionport open and free from bounce backmalfunctionsThis product is CNC Machined from6061 T-6 Aluminum, is tough an weighsless than 1 5 ozsAvailable in hard Anodize colorsfor the look you wantPatents applied forMay/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT 15

101 Noble Street • Cleveland, IL 61241309/792/5780 • Fax: 309/792/5781Cali for a Free Catalog of our Full Lineof Custom 7 911 Pistols, Frames, Slides,Accessories and Customizing Services!Rock River Arms Standard Match.45 ACP - Retail Price $975 includes FETRock River Arms Bullse e WadcutterFeaturing RockRiver Arms MetNM frame selhcheckered frontstrap and forged NM slide withdouble serrations, beavertail gripsafety. Clark slide mount scope mount,Match Commander hammer, throated NMKART barrel. NM bushing, aluminum speedtrigger blued finish, tuned tor total reliability,guaranteed to shoot 2 1/2" groups at 50 yards!.45 ACP - Retail Price $1,215 includes FETRock River Arms Basic Limited MatchFeaturing RockRiver Arms Oil*NM frame withcheckered frontstrap and forged NM slide. beavertail gnp safety, Match Commanderhammer throated barrel. aluminum speedtrigger. low mount Bomar hidden rear slight,lustrous blued finish. tuned for total reliability,guaranteed to shoot 3'' groups at 50 yards!.45 ACP - Retail Price $1,336 includes FETRock River Arms Match Master SteelHianchi Style With ScopeTeatur rti; Hock River sBillet NMframewith highcheckered frontstrap and forged NM slide maxlightened tor test recycling, triplepart bushing et* compenrator, beaveriellg rip safety, Match Conweender harmer, 38Super NM Now* barn! with NM bushing.aluminum speed trigger, Vieigand Comp scopemount and Aimpoint Comp scope, blued finish,tuned tor total reliability, guaranteed 3" groups at 50 yards!Retail Price . . . .$2,345 Inciudes FETCustom Match Frames and SlidesROO< RIVER ARMSBILLET NATIONALMATCH FRAMEStandard FrameS220Frame with 260 radius cutfor beavertail grip safety . $235Frame with 260 radius cut for beavertail safetycheckered front strap (20 or 30 LP!). . $360ROCK RIVERARMS FORGED -NATIONAL MATCH SUDEIn 45ACP, 38 Super. tOmm 40S&W with rearserrations onty or double serrations (no sight cut). $210With real serrations only or double serrations, withcut for Bomar tow-Mourrt with hidden rear lea1 andwith cut tor dovetail front sight . $270Pre-Fit .45 ACP Frame to Slide add $83We Offer a Great Selection of CustornParts and Complete CustomizingServices for Your 191 1 Piston_ _ _ _ .16f eaturing RockRiver Arms BilletNM frame andforged NM slide,beavertail grip satety. MatchCommander hammer. throated NMKART barrel with NM bushing. aluminumspeed trigger, Heine fixed rear sight base,lustrous blued finish tuned tor total reliability,guaranteed to shoot 3" groups at 50 yards!Kessler Sizzles In The SunTBy Roy Tyler, TY-2256he weather was cool andthe shooting was hot (well,for most it was) at the 1997Florida Sectionals, sponsoredby STI and Glock and held atthe Eustis Gun Club on Nov. 21-23,1997. The match was held later inthe year because we actually have totum off our air conditioners in November.Some competitors had recentlycompleted both Nationalsand came to continue their winningways or recover their respect. Competitorscame from as far away asAlaska to run and gun in the sun.We were a little restricted byrange dimensions, but the Eustisclub members were excellent hosts,and the range is expanding with thepossibility of hosting next year'smatch. The competitors were splitabout evenly between Limited andOpen, and the Limited division wasvery competitive. 'The seven coursesof fire required more than 200rounds.Stage 1, "Whipping Post," wassponsored by Shooters Connectionand required the shooter to remainon a vertical post while firing therequired 24 rounds. Stage 2, "OutWith A Bang," was a 33-round fieldcourse sponsored by Gun Doc. Stage3, "Ambidexterity," sponsored byBlount, was a 30-round mirror imagecourse that allowed people whoshoot left-handed a real chance.Stage 4, "No Stinkin' Badges,"sponsored by VihtaVuori Oy, was a24-round field course that requiredfast shooting and thinking whichproved to be a difficult task forsome. Stage 5, "Stinking Ports,"sponsored by Gun Craft, Inc, requiredthe competitor to fire all 36rounds through or around sometype of port or opening. Stage 6,"Pluckin' Turkey," sponsored byCaspian Arms, required the shooterto start with the Thanksgiving turkeyin hand before beginning the 29-round course. No one offered to takethe bird home for the big dinner.Stage 7, "Wac-A-Doo," was sponsoredby Wayne Bergquist and required31 rounds while zigzaggingthrough ports and barrels.The fun was made possible bythe generous donations of our sponsorswithout whom it would not bepossible, and I urge all competitorsto support the companies that supportus. This match also had individualswho gave their time arid effortsto make it happen: AssistantMatch Director Dan Beagle, StatisticianWadette Elrod, Prize CoordinatorKim Stroud, Range Masters DennisShattuck and Ray Lambert, andBusiness Manager Brian Karabaich.'The stages were constructed andmarmed by clubs from around thestate, and the energy and effort theydisplayed are to be commended.This was truly a labor of love by theclubs and their members whoserved as range officers. We tried tofocus on the competitor and designa challenging and fun match.The Open winners were: JoeKessler, high overall; Kim Stroud,high lady; Jeff Dixon, first GrandMaster; David Pruitt, first Master;Bob Donaldson, first A; Bryan Lenz,first B; Jim Bermel, first C; GlennaDoty, first D; and David Gatlin, highlaw enforcement.The Limited winners were:Danny Clifton, high overall; ArmandoValdes, first Grand Master;Stanley Beishline, first Master; J. E.Lawson, first A; Brian Haas, first B;Cody Collins, first C; and SandroDiaz, first D.TAND BY...FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

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FBy Mike Detty, L-1627our years worth of planning,designing and engineeringwent into Springfield's recentlyintroduced high-capacitypistol. I first handled this newpistol at the 1997 Limited Nationalsand was so impressed with the wayit felt in my hand that I immediatelyrequested a test and evaluation sample."We wanted to make sure that itwould be 1911-compatible, workwith existing holsters and accept thereadily available Para-Ordnancehigh-capacity magazines," reportedSpringfield's top professionalshooter, Rob Leatham. "We had theadvantage of being the last ones inwith a widebody, and we learnedfrom the others' mistakes. We triedto design a gun without any of theshortcomings of cast frames."Indeed, above all else, the thingthat sets the new Springfield gunapart from all other high-capacityguns is its forged frame. "Framesmachined from a billet of forgedOften, the best things come in small packages.- SLIDE RACER - NEW!411111111M1=111V-=-- -7-11Springfield's New WidebodyLow PROF ILEI IV 11=1 IL-9Springfieldzines.steel have a more dense grain structurewhich translates into strength.Practical shooters put more roundsthrough their guns than all othershooting disciplines combined andthese new frames will hold up," emphasizedLeatham at the 1998 SHOTShow (Shooting, Hunting and OutdoorTrade Show) in Las Vegas."T" F=t IPrecision Parts for the Serious Shooter - call today!P.0.8ox 727 Hardwick, Yr 05843 I-802-172-8263Armory's new high-capacity 1911 will accept Para-Ordnance maga-Leatharn pointed to the recoilspring dust cover area of his Limitedpistol saying, "We beefed up thedust cover area where other manufacturershave had failures." I notedthat other than some checkering onthe front strap and under the triggerguard the only visible modificationto the frame was that Leatham hadcut off the trigger guard and weldedon a squared guard that gives him alittle more room for his trigger finger."As far as I'm concemed, the bestthing about the new gun is the wayit feels. No other hi-cap gun feels ascomfortable in my hand as the newSpringfield," Leatham told me. Afterreceiving my test gun, I'd haveto say that I agree with him. Part ofthe reason for the comfortable gripis a very aggressive cut where thetrigger guard meets the frame. Therounded cut allows the third fingerto ride very high up. Another factoris the synthetic grips which are slimtowards the front strap and wider inthe rear.The sample gun I received was astainless-steel model with standardfeatures. It came in a lockable blueplastic case with two 10-roundmagazines, but, as mentioned earlier,Para-Ordnance's high-capacitymagazines will work just fine in thegun. Cosmetically, the gun is beautiful.The frame is heavily beadblasted and is a dark matte gray,and the flats of the slide are brightlypolished. Fixed three-dot sights, a18 FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

lowered and flared ejection port, extendedthumb safety and skeletonizedhammer complete the package.My sample was in .45 ACP andfeatured a standard barrel and bushing.New guns in .40 S&W and .38Super will have supported barrels.The lightweight alumimun trigger isnot adjustable and its length is halfwaybetween a short and long trigger.I'm told that aftermarket Paratriggers will not work irk these gunswithout a lot of work. In fact, theonly parts that will interchange,other than basic 1911 parts, are themagazines and the magazine releases.Springfield's release, by theway, is steel and can be built up sothe gun will work with STI high-capacitymagazines.The frame itself features bevelingon the mag well and verticalgrooves on the front strap. Springfield'splunger tube housing is abeefy affair that is riveted to theframe for a lifetime of trouble-freeservice. An extended ejector is usedfor reliability. Springfield wiselychose to crimp bushings into theframe for the grip screws rather thanjust thread the frame. Stripping thegrip-screw thread means replacingthe bushing, a simple procedurecompared to welding up the frame,drilling the hole, and re-threading it.If you like to outfit your 1911swith ambidextrous safeties, there'sjust one type that will work with theSpringfield gun. Because the grippanel does not cover the right sideof the frame where most ambidextroussafety legs are retained, shooterswill have to use the King GunWorks safety. King's safety has anextra-long hammer pin with a dovetailcut on its end which protrudesout the right side of the frame. Thesafety has a corresponding cut to acceptthe hammer pin. Leatham toldme that he actually prefers thissetup as he feels the safety isstronger than other setups.Frame-to-slide fit on my gun wasvery tight with just a hint of bindingthat disappeared after about 100rounds. I took the pistol out to functiontest it and almost didn't shoot itfor groups. First of all, this isn't atarget gun and second, this pistolhad an eight-pound trigger pull.Fortunately, curiosity got the betterof me, and I set tip some targets at25 yards. I fired the groups over aMillett BenchMaster from the proneposition. With a handload consistirkgof a 250-grain Laser-Cast bullet and3.2 grains of Clays, my five-groupaggregate measured just 1.44 inches.My single best five-shot groupmeasured just 0.95 inch. I found itamazing that a standard gun with astandard barrel and bustling coulddeliver this level of accuracy. In all,I fired more 300 rounds and experiencedno failures or stoppages.If you're looking for a strong, accurateand dependable high-capacitypistol, check out Springfield'snew gun which is available in blue($679), stainless ($709) and parkerized($659). If you'd like a high-capacityproduction gun with abeavertail, adjustable sights andtrigger, take a look at the new TrophyMatch with a suggested retailprice of $1,015 for blued, $1,059 forstainless and $1,049 for bi-tone. Formore information on Sprirkgfield Armory'snew forged widebody, givethem a call at (309) 944-5631 or checkout their web site at www.springfield-armory.comand tell them yousaw it in Front Sight.JACKETED BULLETPRICE LISTCMJ Complete Metal JacketJHP - Jacketed Hollow PointFMJ - Full Metal Jacket•Wittataact loteeEaglet lac.Copper Jacketed Bullets • Swaged lead Bullets • Bullet lubeNorm & Jolene Bjelland400 - 18th Street EastP. O. Box 8074Kalispell MT 59901406-755-2717800-755-2717FAX 406-755-5454email: mtbullet@bigsky.netPREPAID PRICESTO CONTINENTALUNITED STATESCALMER DESCRIPTION DIA. WOO CASE COUNT I CASE 3 CASES 8 CASES9mm 115gr.CMJ .355 47.00 4000 180.00 175.00 165.009mm 115grJHP ,355 46.00 4000 176.00 172.00 165.009mm 115gr FMJ .355 44.00 4000 167.00 159.00 155.009mm 124gr.CMJ .355 51.00 3750 177.25 170.25 166.259mm 124gr FMJ .355 48.00 3750 167.00 160.00 150.009mm 124gr.FMJFP .355 48.00 3750 167.00 160.00 150.009Mm 124GR.JHP .355 52.00 3750 170.00 165.00 157.009mm 130gr FMJ .355 48.00 3500 156.00 150.00 145.009mm 135gr FMJ .355 50.00 3400 158.00 152.00 148.009mm 147gr FMJ .355 60.00 3000 165.00 160.00 150.009mm 147gr.CMJ .355 64.00 3000 177.00 172.00 162.0010mm/.40 Cal 155gr FMJ .400 62.00 3000 170.00 165.00 158.0010mm/.40 Cal 165grFMJ .400 62.00 2700 165.00 160.00 155.0010mm/.40 Cal 180gr FMJ .400 68.00 2500 160.00 155.00 150.0010mm/.40 Cal 180gr.CMJ 400 72.00 2500 172.00 168.00 160.0010mm/.40 Cal 180gr.JHP .400 75.00 2500 175.00 169.00 165.00.45 Cal 230gr. FM1 .451 (9001 68.00 2000 149.00 144.00 137.00.45 Cal. 230gr.CMJ .451 72.00 2000 157.00 152.00 145.00May/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT 19

By Guy Neill, A-632—In the past I have pointed outthat there are many parts and accessoriesavailable today, and it may bethat we even take them for granted.These days you can literally build agun from scratch from the improvedparts that are available. As a result,it makes little sense to weld and refitthe original parts as has beendone in the past. In fact, it may bebest to simply build the gun fromparts rather than begin with a completegun. Doing this prevents duplicationof expense because you areno longer paying for a part that willnot end up in the gun.The best view of this picture cancome from perusing a BrowneIlscatalog. Brownells is a gunsmithsupply company that has been cateringto the trade for more than 50years. Its present catalog, Number50, is what I term the "shooter'swish book." During the company'searly years, catalogs were not putout annually as they are now, butthey have always been interesting tolook through.The Brownells CatalogThe Number 50 catalog hasabout 60 pages dedicated to handguns,handgun accessories and toolsfor working on handguns. Forty ofthese pages deal closely with theColt Government Model and itsvariants and clones. In an earlier column,I talked about the Swensonthumb safety, which was the first extendedthumb safety for the GovernmentModel. The Swenson, underthe new name of B&C, is still availableand listed in the Brownells catalog.Other thumb safeties found inthe Brownells catalog are producedby Brown, Wilson, Nowlin,Mueschke, Baer, Cylinder & Slide,Kings, Gunsite, and Spec-Tech.The sheer quantity of barrels,frames, and parts of every descriptionis staggering. Then there are thetools and accessories. If your localdealer doesn't carry Safariland competitionholsters, the solution is simple--orderit from Brownells. Howabout a collection of spare parts tokeep in your shooting bag just incase? Brownells is the place.New this year from Brownells isa "Factory Parts" catalog. Just out inJanuary 1998, it lists parts from mostof the major gun manufacturers.Whether for the professionalgunsmith or the home tinkerer,Brownells has the necessary tools. Ifyou have a plunger tube pull loosefrom the frame of your gun,Brownells has the tools to stake anew one in place. No gunsmith canoperate without files, and Brownellshas the files suited to the task. Ifthere are any other tools you needsuch as hammers, screwdrivers,stones, or whatever you may need,Brownells is very likely to have it ifit pertains to guns.If you think I am enthusiasticabout Brownells, you're right. Theyare a good group to deal with andcan offer suggestions if you arestuck at some point in a project.I've not even touched on the rifleand shotgun aspects found inBrownells catalog. Do yourself a favorand call them at (515) 623-5401and get a catalog. You're likely tofind gadgets and doodads you neverknew existed. Have fun!Only the strongest super alloysteel's and advanced coil springtechnologies are used.• Tested extensively with rimlessEXTRACTOR PROBLEMS !Try the new Advanced Competiton Extractor -.Ace.Stith an ACE in your extractor hole you can eliminate the problemsassocated with a spring steel extractor.AFEEC is providing a Lifetime Guarantee against breakage,if the product has not been altered. With the absolute teliabilityof advanced coil spring technology, AFTEC is confident that ourproduct will deliver the level of performance that every shooterexpects.* No modifications to your pistolare necessary.* Easy to install.following models are availableExt009 -9x i 9,21,23 & 38 Super CompExt038-38 SuperF,xt040- 40 S&W & 10 nunAvailable at a later dateExt045-45 ACP/AFTEC\AdvancedFirearmsTecnnolopnbrass in rough chambers.For orders contact:AFTECPH: 404-366-2584 FAX: 404-366-413220 FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

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y Valenie Reule, USPSA staff...a young man's fancy turns tothoughts of love, is the old saying;however, many USPSA shootersturn to thoughts of, "How do I get aslot to the Open (or Limited) US Nationals?"For those who don't know,or for those who think they knowbut aren't sure, here's how.Basically, there are five ways toget a slot. The first way is to finishin the top 16 at the previous nationals,or top eight among the women.Second, you may be eligible for asection slot. Sections and independentclubs are allocated a certainnumber of slots based on their activitycredits, both in Open and Limiteddivision, and these slots are sentout usually some time in March orApril. The distribution of these slotswithin the section or independentclub is done according to the bylawsof that section or club.A third way of acquiring a slot isthrough placement at an AreaChampionship. Each of thesematches is allocated 14 slots forWhen our customers speak — welisten. Whether it's a complaint or acompliment. In Hong Kong or California.Because listening to our customersand top gunsmiths has made usTHE AMMO for IPSCAnything else is just minor.TheStandardgrExcellenceIn The Spring...Open division and 14 for Limited division.The first and second overallwinners in each division are offeredslots, regardless of whether they livein the area. If either of these individualsalready has a slot or declinethe slot for some other reason, theslot is passed down to the next highestcompetitor, again whether theylive in the area. If there are no takersdown through the Master class, theslot is added to the pool of unusedslots to be redistributed. Slots inOpen and Limited division will alsobe offered to first and second inMaster through D classes who dolive in the area where the matchtakes place. If the first or secondplacefinisher declines the slot, it ispassed down in class, and if the slotis not taken by someone within theclass, it is set aside for redistribution.The high lady, and second high ladyif there are more than 10 womencompeting in Open or Limited divisions,are also eligible for slots, regardlessof where they live; again, ifthese slots are declined, they also goback into the pool for redistribution.PAU 'INSAMmAUNITION, INC.This year, the board of directorsadded the top junior to the list ofcompetitors who can win slots toNationals from area championships.A fourth method of getting a slotis to make a request directly to yoursection coordinator, or club presidentif you are a member of an independentclub. The SC or clubpresident then sends in a request forthe number of extra slots he needs.The request must be in writing, andthe earlier in the new year this isdone, the better the chances are ofgetting a slot because all of these redistributedslots are issued on a"first-come, first-served" basis. Theredistributed slots come either fromthose declined from area matches, asabove, or from the slots sent out tosections and independent clubswhich are returned unused or notreturned by the deadline. As soon asthe section or club has been contactedto make sure the extra slotsare still wanted, they are sent out.A fifth possibility, which is somewhatof a long shot at some matchesand easily done at others, is for youto simply show up at the door atregistration. If there are still unusedslots, or if there have been last-minutecancellations or "no-shows,"these slots will be available toUSPSA members in good standingwho have their fees in hand and areready to shoot. A number of "happycampers" have been able to shootthe Nationals this way, so there isthat chance.Remember, where there's a will,there's a way, and where there's atarget, you can always get a shot atit. Good luck, and see you at the Nationals!We pay shipping for yourBrass to us in 48 states.EXPORTING AVAILABLEAgents in Hong Kong,Athens, Greece.Rt. 2, Box 304-KClintwood, VA 24228Phone: (540) 926-6772Fax: (540) 926-6092E Mail: mammo@beilatlantic.netWebsile: www.shaoters.cortmullinsammunition22 FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

y Lyn Makela, NROI Secretary1998 NROI InstructorsConferenceNew Orleans, La., was the site ofthis year's Instructors Conference.The elite of the elite, the NROI Instructors,were there. They camefrom California (Bob McGarey andBill Kehoe), from New York (MikeBraun and John Amidon), from IllinoisUay Worden and Steve Kalamen),from Florida Oohn Hurst) andfrom Minnesota (Arnie Christianson).Also attending were AndyHollar from Colorado and myselffrom Washington.It was awesome to see these men,who teach our sport's range safetyofficials, work through such topicsas updating the ClassificationCourse Book, revising the CROseminar course and workbook, implementingthe revised range mastertraining program, and hashing outrevised wording for the upcomingsupplement to the Practical ShootingHandbook and the rules that applyto our sport.NROI-certified range officials aresought after by many non-USPSAshooting organizations such asNRA, IDPA, SASS, the Steel Challengeand many others. Our rangeofficers are recognized as being thebest trained range safety officials inthe nation, and possibly the world.What creates the most awe in me isthat they do this on a voluntary basis!NROI's current instructor corpsconsists of these eight men, plusJohn Wells, who was unable to attendthis year's conference, andthere will soon be a tenth member,Miles Cheatham, who is currently intraining to become a certified instructor.Just to add some perspective tothis, here are a few statistics: In 1997,500 students attended 33 RO seminarsand 470 ROs were certified; 143students attended 12 CRO seminarsand 98 CROs were certified; andNROI graduated a whopping 6RMs. That is a lot of activity for volunteers!New Classification Course BookBefore the conference, ArnieChristianson had compiled 60courses of fire to be included in anupdate of the Classification CourseBook. At the conference, thesecourses were divided among therest of the instructors to critique andrevise as necessary. All the classifiersin this updated book, which willbe released toward the end of 1998,are intended for permanent use atany time and will become a permanentcollection of classifiers.Revised CRO WorkbookJohn Amidon shared his projectwith the conference, the revisedCRO workbook. Those attending receiveda copy to review and edit. Tohelp with the National Range OfficerInstitute's training using thisnew workbook, Arnie Christiansonwas promoted to teach CRO seminars.Bob McGarey will soon be promotedto this level, too.Range Master TrainingJohn Wells, an instructor whoonly teaches range masters, had senthis course outline for the new NROILevel HI Range Master Program toJohn Amidon to present at the conference.John Wells was assisted inhis efforts by Bob McGarey. TheLevel III Training Program has beensplit into two distinct areas of training— the Range Master Program,which mainly follows the lines ofthe old program, and the TournamentDirector Program, which willcertify match directors. The newcourse outline will be used for theRange Master Program, and threenew Level III instructors, SteveKalamen, Bill Kehoe and Jay Worden,will use it to train three newrange master candidates, LloydDoubleday, Larry D'Agostino, andDave Dorisio. John Wells will bementoring the mentors and trainingDavid Carruthers as a tournamentdirector in that area of the RangeMaster program.With this revision of the RMtraining program, a CRO seeking toupgrade his or her range officerstatus to Level III has the choice ofone of the two programs. The requirementsare that you haveworked as a certified CRO for twoTough Alloy TargetsBuilt to Last!'nBasePan 0991.1PSCPan N 1911New WindReilstan1Hinge!'PopperPan •925STEEL SILHOUETTE TARGETSHigh Strength Steel Plates cut to the shape ofstandard IPSC targets mounted on springloaded portable stands are excellent forrepetitive handgun practice. Shoot over andover without resetting. See and hear your hits.Targets ring like a bell when hit. 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Iyears and that you have some tournamentstaff experience as a rangeofficer at a major toumament match.What constitutes a major tournamentmatch is still to be defined.The Range Master program focusesheavily on the design aspectsof putting on a major match, whilethe Tournament Director programfocuses on the administrative aspectsof putting on a major match.So if you are a CRO who would liketo get your mitts on major matchesby designing or obtaining designsfor the best possible courses of firewith an eye toward how all this fitsinto putting on a major match, youmight want to take the range masterpart of the program. If you are aCRO who really loves the challengeof administering the best possiblemajor match you can, you mightwant to train as a tournament director.Rule Book ChangesA large part of the time at thisyear's conference was taken up withchanges to the USPSA rule book.The proposed changes were discussedwith an emphasis on makingConcealed Carry ClothiersThe Right to Wear Arms1-888-959-4500 roll FreeVests, Slacks, & AccessoriesDesigned Specifically for thosewho Cany Concealed• 3 outside and 2 inside pockets• Heavy canvas pocket materialto reduce printing• Armholes cut to concealshoulder rigs. Sides pleated.• Length covers waist mountedholsters• Net shoulder inner-lining forventilation• Soil and Stain repellent finishon 7.7 oz 100% Cotton twillthe rules clearer and more concise.Discussing the rules at a conferencelike this ensures that there is consistencyin the instruction given to newrange officers and those upgradingtheir certification to CRO.I returned to work with an increasedunderstanding and appreciationfor all aspects of NROI. Ifyou are currently certified as an RO,CRO, or RM, I would like to thankyou for volunteering your time andefforts. You help to make our sportwhat it is today. If you would like tobecome an RO or upgrade your certificationto that of a CRO, check outthe class listings on USPSA's webpage, or call the office. If you are aCRO who meets the requirementsfor the RM training program andwish to become an RM, contact meat USPSA, and I will get an applicationsent out to you. If your certificationhas lapsed and you want toreactivate it, send your request tome in writing (e-mail, fax or regularmail), and I will get an exam sent toyou.UNITED PATES.4*".•1:1111:11Vests in Traditional and Western StylesColors: Spruce, Stone, Slate, BlackSizes: Small to 5XL(Custom and Tall sizes available)1 Mylar/Dacron Gun Pocket standardGun pockets styled for wide range ofguns, mags, cuffs, etc.$65 plus $4.50 S&H(Large size and custom surcharge)Visit our web site athttp://www.concealedearry.come-mail: gingee@concealedcarry.comAmerican MadeFirst SectionCoordinatorWorkshop SetThe selection process for thefirst section coordinator workshopto be held in Las Vegas, NevadaApril 18 and 19 is complete.Twenty-three SCs applied for the16 available slots. Attendeeswere chosen from among the applicantsbased on length of serviceas section coordinator andsection compliance with USPSApolicies and the USPSA bylaws.Those selected to attend are:Area 1, William Burkard,Eastern Colorado; Brian McCormick,Oregon SectionArea 2, Cheryl Current, NewMexico; Richard Abe, HawaiiArea 3, Arnie Christianson,Minnesota; Rick Hebert, MissouriArea 4, Lloyd Landry, Louisiana;Kenneth Hicks, East TexasArea 5, Lloyd Doubleday,Michigan; Nick Iodice, NorthernIllinoisArea 6, Charles Meyers, Mississippi; Derrill Dunkling, AlabamaArea 7, Jack Ryniec, MetroEast; Charlie Funk, NortheastArea 8, Mel Hockwitt, Mid-Atlantic; Joe Kestner, WesternPennsylvaniaAlso attending will beUSPSA/IPSC President AndyHoliar , Facilitator Bill Maund,and Executive Manager Dave'Thomas.Look for a full report on thisimportant and historic event inthe July/August issue of FrontSight.24 FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

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Postal Match to Benefit Junior ProgramUSPSA is pleased to announcethe 1998 USPSA Postal Match. Thismatch will be conducted over thecourse of the summer with all proceedsto go to the USPSA Junior Program,and all USPSA clubs are invitedto participate. As some of youare aware, our Junior program lagsfar behind those of other countries.In order for our sport to grow wemust involve our youth.The postal match will consist ofseveral stages that have been designedby juniors and their parents.If you have ever wanted to shoot ina national match, now's yourchance. The postal match will be thebiggest match in the history ofUSPSA. We would like to challengeall clubs to help us achieve a minimumgoal of 5,000 participantsSpecial recognition will go to theclub with the highest turnout for thematch. The match will begin by May15 and be concluded by August 31.We will mail all stage designs andscore sheets to each club.Have you ever done poorly at amatch and wished for the opportu-Home of the only FULL-AUTO self-resetting target!. ,iwirmegmrgrirwARE YOUSERIOUS?$810 delivered in Continental US. 500 Smell hard steel. bullet proof reset linkage and a "Dillon" guarantee.The Clarks, the Nowlins, the Miculeks and John Shaw all maketheir living in the shooting industry. They are serious about whatthey do. That's why they bought our targets. VVhen you want thebest built, most innovative targets, call us. We're serious.Mike Gibson Manuficturingnity to shoot the exact same matchagain? Well, now you have that opportunity,as the match that is shotin Virginia will be the exact matchas that shot in California. Plus, youmay shoot the match as many timesas you wish. Winners will be announcedin both Open and Limited,per class, as well as High Senior,Junior, Lady, Law Enforcement,Military, etc..Match reporting will follow thewell established routine for approvedmatches except that all scoresheets must accompany the usualpaperwork. Match results will beposted on the USPSA web page andin Front Sight. Any club participatingin the postal match will have itsname entered into a drawing with aprize selected to be useful for matchproduction. We will also have adrawing for our shooters. All shootersentering the match will be eligiblefor this drawing, with prizes yetto be determined.All rules and policies governingthe conduct of a USPSA approvedmatch are to be followed, including3554 N. 39th Street • Boise, Idaho 83703208-368-9878 • Toll Free 888-POPPER1 (888-767-7371) • Fax 208-368-9882payment of activity fees. In additionto the activity fees, each club isasked to send $2 per competitor tocover the costs of processing the paperworkand to support the juniorprogram.We thank our sponsors to datefor their support. You can visit thesesponsors at our Junior web page. Weare hopeful that the postal matchwill become part of a permanentfunding program for our juniors.Part of the money raised will go towardsuniforms for our junior teamsat IPSC matches. We are also helpingfund a summer camp, sponsoredby USPSA and Kay Clark Miculek,Jim Clark, and Jerry Miculek ofClark Guns, Inc. Other funding programsinclude a raffle, and an instructionalprogram, all for the juniors.You all know that great feelingyou get when you really do well ona stage at a match. Well, let me tellyou, that feeling is nothing comparedto the feeling you get bywatching a kid do the same thing.And if you are part of the processthat has helped that Junior getwhere he or she is, then the feelingis even better.We wish to thank the followingsponsors for their kind support:Clark Custom Guns, Losie Custom/L.O.T.S,ST', and SV. A completelist of sponsors will be publishedin the next Front Sight.We are also extremely pleased tohave Todd Jarrett's endorsement.He is certain that these programswill promote safety, sportsmanship,and professionalism within oursport. As some of you may know,Todd is very interested in our juniors,and through them is givingsomething back to the sport that heloves. Can we do any less?Please join us in the support ofour juniors. Without them our sportwill certainly diminish. For furtherinformation, please feel free to contactme at your convenience.Richard Jones, 1998 USPSA PostalMatch Coordinator, 8351 SaylersCreek Road, Rice, VA 23966-2007;telephone (804) 561-5037 (no calls after9:00 PM EST, please!) E-mail:RTJonesVAl@aol.com26 FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

HBy David Francisave you ever thought ofgoing to summer camp,but the idea of spendinga summer day making anecklace of beads sounded a little bitless than appealing?If so, we now have a summercamp that was made for you. Kayand Jerry Miculek and Jim Clark Jr.have been working with USPSA tocreate a summer camp for juniorshooters. The camp will take placeat the Shootout range in Princeton,La., and will run from Tuesday, August4, through Saturday, August 8.The camp is open to all juniors whohave registered with the USPSAJunior Program.With memories that will last alifetime, the students' days will besplit between the classroom and therange and the evenings will be freetime. It was designed to be both fttnand educational. Here's a look atsome of the activities that will takeplace.Classroom:Students will be taught USPSArules, the care and maintenance ofequipment, and basic shooting principlessuch as sight alignment, triggercontrol, grip, and stance. Theyalso will discuss and demonstrate aproper "draw" technique. The reloadingseminar will explain"power factor," discuss bullet andpowder performance, and explainthe parts and functions of a progressivereloader. A special emphasiswill be placed on safety.Live fire training:On the range, they will reviewbasic shooting techniques and makesure they are properly applied. Practicesessions will include one-shotdraws, Bill drills, multiple targetdrills, and 25 to 50 yard Standardexercises. In addition, some of themany techniques students will learninclude how to get in and out ofshooting positions, how to shootaround obstacles and through ports,how to shoot on the move, and howto engage moving targets. This is nota complete list of instruction given,but be assured that those attendingJunuor Summer Campwill receive a well-rounded educationconcerning the various aspectsof practical shooting.Daily Schedule:7:00 a.m. Wake-up call.7:30 a.m. Breakfast served in TheBunkhouse.8:00 a.m. Classroom or live-fire training.12:00 p.m. Lunch served in TheBunkhouse.1:00 p.m. Classroom or live-fire training.4:00 p.m. Daily instruction ends.4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Free time withadult-supervised games, television,videos, etc. Supper will be served at6:00 p.m. in The Bunkhouse.With three instructors of the caliberof Kay, Jerry and Jim, it is agiven that students will not onlyhave a good time but also will goWhen It's Time For A Change ...THE S&AAmbidextrousMAG RELEASEFinally, an ambidextrous magazine release allowing fullright or left-handed control of Colt, Springfield, ParaOrdnance and other 1911 type autos. Discover what 'lefties'have known for years. The trigger finger is quicker than thethumb. Quick, positive release with trigger finger or thumb!• ,,a41•1"home with a better understanding ofthe sport. For more information, callKay at (318) 949-1303 between 6:00p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Central time. Youcan also visit the camp home page athttp:/ /www.norwich.net/plumber/camp.html.A lot of time has been spentworking on this summer camp tomake sure that all details have beenlooked at, not only by the staff atCamp Shootout, but also by yourpresident, vice president and areadirectors. The common bond of theJunior Program is the belief that juniorshooters are the future, not onlyfor USPSA but for all firearm owners.Do your part to support a juniorand those who support the future ofthe sport.It looks like this is going to be anadventure. I wish I were 12.• IDEAL FOR USPSAJIPSC COMPETITIONI• CHANGE MAGAZINE WITHOUT SHIFTINGGRIPI• REMOVE OR REPLACE WITH FINGERS'(AFTER INITIAL INSTALLATION)• NOTHING TO GO OUT OF ADJUSTMENT'• STAINLESS OR BLUESATISFACTION GUARANTEED!$99.00PLUSU.S. PAT. *4.521.985P.O. BOX 49620885.00 S8HCALLTOLLFREE1-800SA2-1911SMITH & GARLAND. TX USA 75049-6208inc. FAX 1-972-840-6176ALEXANDER,INTERNATIONAL 1-972-840-3665May/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT 27

INSIDEUSPSAcontinued from page 3.the United States. Contact them at(818) 358-4814.Gold TeamsThe USPSA Gold teams for theNorth American Championshiphave been selected. Scores from thetwo previous Nationals were usedFor Club UseApproved August 9, 1997Amended January 31, 1998This class is intended for clublevelcompetition and is entirely optional.The gun modifications are severelyrestricted. MI guns cornpeteas minor power factor and must fitwithin the IPSC Modified andStandard category box. All holstersand spare ammunition must be carriedat or behind the hip.Practical Carry category was developedby USPSA specifically toencourage new shooters who do notown competitive guns to compete inour sport. These new shootersTARGETS BY DESIGN!!We will custom make anysteel targets you desire.Sliders, Swingers, Plate Racks, Bobbers,High Power Rifle Targets, Official sizeIPSC Pepper Poppers, etc. Quality andSafeness is what I shoot for in designingyour targets. 2 year guarantee.Our prices will not shoot ahole in your pocket!!!Call: (610) 760-07052542 MOUNTAIN ROADSLATINGTON PA 18080to select the Open, Standard, andWomen's Teams. Juniors were selectedfrom the top classified juniorsregistered. Anyone qualifying formore than one team was given achoice. I don't think we will have abit of trouble taking all the team trophies!Open DivisionTodd Jarrett, Merle Edington,JoJo Vidanes, Jamie CraigSTURDY-BENCH' "For Free Liteiuture1-800-375-8554• Ideal for Reloading• Superior Strength• Diagonally Braced• Bench Cap: 1,000 lb• Easy Assembly• I" Thick Tops• Bench Tops: 61" x 27",49's 24”, 61"x 30"• Bench Heights: 33'', 36", 41'• Desk Top: 49'' x 32"• Desk Height: 28.5'730.5"• Bench shown withoptional backboard kitStandard DivisionJay Christy, Brian Enos, ArmandoValdes, Frank GarciaWomen's DivisionKay Clark-Miculek, Kim Stroud,Sheila Brey, Linda ChrabaszczJunior DivisionMax Michel Jr., Stephen Rosato,Frank Cru7 fr., Tom CerboSupplemental Practical Carry Gun Guidelinesshould be t ompeting against shootersof similar ability. Therefore, it isinappropriate for experiencedUSPSA members to compete inPractical Carry.Equipment: Only safe, uncompensatedfactory guns or those builtfrom factory kits or components inspecific factory calibers are allowed.The firearm or kit must be a productionunit available to the generalpublic. Prototype firearms are specificallynot allowed. The match director'sdecision with regard to allowableguns shall be final in allcases.All factory installed or providedsafety devices must be functional.Modifications intended solely to increaseor decrease the weight of thehandgun are prohibited. Parts andcomponents may be polished andrefinished. Compensators and opticalsights are prohibited regardlessof whether they were installed by afactory. In no case may the gun, includingchamber and magazines, beloaded with more than a total ofeleven rounds.Handguns must fit in the IPSCbox, defined in rule 2.12 (iii) i) as225mm x 150mm x 45 mm. Maga-zines need not be installed in thehandgun when testing fit to the box.Belts, holsters, and magazine carriersmust meet specification of rules7.14 though 7.17, including themaximum inside dimension of 2inches. In addition, all holsters andallied equipment must be worn inconformance with rule 2.12 (iv) (a),i.e. at or behind the hip.Scoring: All handguns competingin Practical Carry category willbe scored as minor power factorwhen competing as a Practical Carrygun. All ammunition must be atleast 125 power factor (see rule 7.25)to be scored.Except for the rule changes notedabove, all USPSA /IPSC rules forOpen competition will apply toPractical Carry category. This isstrictly a guideline for optional clubuse and is not to be considered asaltering the Limited, Standard,Modified or Open competition categoriesor rules.Practical class scores should besent in for classification in Open orLimited and should be noted majoror minor as appropriate, but thescores will all be considered minorfor any category listing or awards.STURDY-DESK' mFA'Efficient Machinery Co.12878 NE 15th PIBellevue, WA 9800528 FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

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FROM THEEDITORcontinued from page 6Member ServicesThere is a school of thought heldby some that the only benefit the individualmember gets from being amember of USPSA is a chance to beclassified. That couldn't be furtherfrom the truth, so why do some peoplebelieve it?Part of the answer is that USPSAhas done a masterful job of beingmodest. We haven't bragged aboutour programs and benefits, and infact we hardly ever mention them.For example, the Bulletin Board sectionof this issue on page 7 talksabout the New Member InvitationProgram designed to assist clubswith promoting themselves. Didyou know about that? Most peopledon't. The program provides directfinancial support to clubs and sectionsfrom USPSA.Did you know that virtually allshooting sports in the United States,and many in other countries, insiston NROI-trained range officers? AsLyn Makela reports in her article onthe instructors conference on page23, the NRA, IDPA, SASS, and theSteel Challenge all recruit NROI officials.Why? Simply because theyare the best-trained range officers inthe world, and you get them atevery match you attend. That's oneof the reasons you belong to USPSAand compete at USPSA matches.You know they are safe, fair, andfun, thanks in large part to NROI.Did you know that the EasyScore program used to score yourmatches was developed by USPSA,written by a USPSA member(Northeast Section CoordinatorCharlie Funk), and distributed toyour club and section for free? Thatmeans that your match is scoredfairly and consistently under therules. That's another reason you belongto USPSA and shoot USPSAmatches.Some members have commentedthat programs such as the match directors'workshop and the sectioncoordinators' workshop don't impactthe average member. I mustdisagree. The effect of the match directors'workshop on area matcheshas been well documented, andthough can't prove it, I suspect thatthe lessons learned have "trickleddown" to the local level in many ar-eas. The section coordinators' workshopwill have a similar effect. Neitherprogram provides instant gratification,but both affect the qualityof your USPSA experience in manyways.There are many other featuresand benefits that come to you withyour USPSA membership. If wedon't inform you of these programs,you can't be blamed for not understandingthe bargain you receivewhen you join USPSA and what atop-quality organization it really is.I intend to brag about those featuresand benefits in this publication andin In Touch until all members areaware of them and have that understanding.Watch this space for more,exciting news soon.Member ResponsibilityBurnout is a topic that comes upevery time club leaders, section coordinators,or area directors talkabout their greatest challenges. It isnot always their biggest problem,but it is inevitably one of the top twoor three. Burnout results from toofew people doing too much of thework. The traditional formula holdsthat 20 percent of the people do 80percent of the work. Many clubs in-NEW - 2ND GENERATIONCASPIAN HI-CAP RPL. KITSFOLLOWERS35.00BASE PADS •$5.00•••170 mm • 27 rd. 38 Super/9x23 Tubes = $75.00140 mm • 19 rd. 40 S&W Tubes = $60.00.... Std. 38 Super/40 S&W = $45.00"THESE TUBES ARERE-DESIGNED FORMAXIMUM CAPACITY & RELIABILITY!"Only From VISA 4:41,CIIRIG itTli. (31G) 897-6399 • FX 6398 • 2515 !he. "g", Geneseo, HS 6744430 FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

volved in this sport would love toachieve even that ratio.When you are selling this sportto your friends and suggesting theybecome involved, I'm sure you talkto them about the fun they willhave. You probably describe theclassification system, the scoring,and the opportunity to attendmatches of all sizes in many differentplaces all using the same rules,targets, and range commands. Fun,safety, and the wonderful people involvedare positive aspects of thesport and those considering makingthe investment of time and moneyto get involved should know aboutthem.In my opinion it is also importantto inform prospective members ofthe volunteer nature of the sportand that the shooter's overall experiencecan be enhanced by helpingwith the necessary club chores andwith match production. Prospectivemembers should understand, beforethey commit to membership, that theirhelp is needed and that they will beexpected to do their share to makethe club function. They need to understandthat stages don't get designed,set up, or torn down withoutthe dedication of people who arealso competitors.It is important to fully understandthe concept of volunteerismwithin the context of this sport.What it means is that the match director,range master, stats officer,and all of the range officers arrivedearly and stayed late so everyoneelse could shoot. It means that a fewindividuals spent their evenings andweekends doing the drudgery ofplanning and reporting so that everyonewho wished to attend had amatch to go to that weekend.It is certainly true that most ofthem do it because they want to andbecause they get satisfaction from it,but ask yourself how long you thinkthat intangible feeling of satisfactionholds up when no one helps, no onesays thanks, and many complainabout how the volunteer does hisjob?In my opinion, prospective newshooters should be informed thatthey are needed, not only to compete,but also to make the sportwork by volunteering./A\E'THE CHOICE OF CHAMPIONS!More Pro Match firearms winners have worn PRO EARS thanall other makes of hearing protection combined!Ross Newell,Australian Champ:,Todd Jarrett, World Shoot Xl, 1997 FIPT19::5-96 10 Area ChampionshipsJerre IOWA1993, 94, 95, 96Internatinnai1996 AmericanHandgunnerWorld Shoot-GffChempronSporting Clays 'LE'41 a • •The Choice of Champions!WELCOME TO THE NEXTGENERATION PRO EARS!PRO EARS `LE"" (Linear ElitelThe most advanced Electronic HearingProtection/Enhancement ever offered.• 'Dynamic Sound Compression. instantly 'compresses' loudnoise to a safe level. Never 'clips' or 'shuts off'. DSC let's youhear every word. safely with a chsp, natural clarity neverbefore possible!• 'Dynamic Sound Range' lets you hear inaudible sounds clearl ■,,with no thstortion or interference• True Stereo with independent volume controls.• Comfortable, compact fold up, modular design_-250 hours minimum battery life.• Industry's Only '5' Year Warranty• Avail In white and black.PRO-MAG S209.95PRO-SLIM S199.95SPORTING CLAYS S199.95Plu, $9.95 each S/H.To Order call 1 800-888-EARS. VISA/MCFor more information or for your closest dealer contact;0101 ri-rairrrIDGELINE. INC.PO. Box 930 • Dewey, AZ 86327-09301-B00-B91-3660 (dealers only) • 1-520-632-5800Fax 520-632-5900 • E-Mail Proearsgneta.comNow on the Internet at. www neta com/--proearsMay/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT31

iNSIDEInccontinued from page 5.tries) had been organized with individualmembership as a requirement.The rules of the InternationalPractical Shooting Confederationstate in Section 9.30 that, "All competitorsmust be individual membersof the IPSC Region in whichthey normally reside." At the timeUSPSA was organized, there wereclubs engaging in IPSC competitionthat had never seen a copy of therules. In many cases, the rules weregenerally passed along from anotherclub. As you might imagine, this leftroom for many different interpretationsand subsequent confusion.One of the first orders of businesswas to obtain copies of the IPSCrules and to establish a range officerprogram. This would allow USPSAto improve overall understanding ofthe rules, and, it was hoped, beginto develop a corps of officials thatwould provide consistency in matchoperations. David Churilla of Floridatook on this important task andserved as the first director of the Na-tional Range Officers Institute. Inearly 1983, we hit the road presentingNROI seminars to interestedclubs. It was quickly noted that therules of IPSC had a distinctly Britishflavor, with many notable phrases inthe best Queen's English. This was aresult of the hard work of ourfriends in the United Kingdom PracticalShooting Association, who devoteda tremendous amount of timeand effort in the preparation anddocumentation of the rules.However, some of the people inthe United States had a bit of difficultywhen presented with theproper British English sentence constructionand spellings. A good exampleof this may be found in Section8.06 - Malfunctions, whichstates, "VVhilst rectifying a malfunction..."Many Americans would describethis event by writing "whileclearing a jam," or "when fixing amalfunction." In an effort to clarifysome of these points, it was decidedthat when the rules were publishedby USPSA some clarification wouldbe provided in parentheses followingthe normal intemational wordingof the rule. This method was alsoused to attempt to be very clear onwhat the rule was really saying becauseat that time there were manyrules that might be interpreted differentlyby several officials.The intent of this modification, ofattempting to make things as clearas possible, worked well for the firstfew years of USPSA. As time wenton and personnel involved in theprogram changed, the interpretationspublished in parentheses developedinto totally different statementsof the rules and were at timesin conflict with the way other regionswere practicing IPSC. Over aperiod of years, this developed to apoint where there were numerousdifferences in the application of theIPSC rules. You might stand on arange in Canada, Australia or Venezuelaand get the same interpretation,but if you were in the UnitedStates it could be a different story.With the current administrationof USPSA, we have seen over thepast few years a narrowing of thegap between the U. S. rule book andthe one used by all other IPSC regions.I would predict that it won'tbe long before there is no differenceKim Beckwith - 1st Place Master ClassOverall Shoot 19972nd Annual World ChampionshipAdelaide, AustraliaKim wins with Zero's 38 Super BulletsGet Zero AndGet A Whole Lot More!1S, Is 111* 41 • •* • 4t41 * 4g41 41 41I 4g 41 *41 *III$ 'itvAccurate, affordable Zero Bullets are available in a wide range ofhandgun calibers (38 Super, 38 Spl, 9mm, 357, 44 and 45) and ina wide range of proven designs. Call our toll free number today formore information1-800-545-9376 or fax 205-739-4683Zero Bullet Co. Inc. PO Box 1188 Cullman, AL 35056-1188FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

in what is read in the rule book inany region. This is certainly not toimply that the rest of IPSC is perfectand correct and the United States isnot. There was never a World Assemblyof IPSC that some rules werenot hotly debated, and that we sawregions beginning to move awayfrom the intent of a rule, but the importantconsideration is that if weare all working from the same basicdocument, we may more easily ensurethat we all proceed in the samedirection.That being said, let's examinesome of the differences that USPSAcompetitors arriving for the NorthAmerican Championship will find ifthis is their first experience with aninternational event. The first onethat comes to mind is that the IPSCrules use the term Standard Divisionfor the "stock" guns while in USPSAlingo we see Limited Division. Boththe USPSA and IPSC books use theterm Modified. While most of theguidelines are the same, there are afew significant differences, the firstbeing that both Modified and Standardguns with magazines insertedmust fit into a box with the dimensionsof 225mm x 150mm x 45mm(Look, Fred, it's those pesky "nun"things the rest of the world is alwaysthrowing around fir measurements!)And all magazines to be used mustbe able to be inserted in the gun andplaced in the box.Another important considerationbefore arriving in Barry is a holstercheck. Rule 2.12 (iv) - Modified andStandard states, "(a) The holster andall allied equipment, i.e. speed loadersand magazine pouches, mustcomply with existing rules and must'Safe NOW...I Pay LATEF?BN.VV 1.1 i N Gban for less than the prIct,of one fine firearmOur deferred payment program makes it possible toprotect your valuables not.%end spread the cost overfive affordable paymentsCall and ask Tom Oolbovvfor detailsWhet have YOU got to lose':7001 990-2492Seezedbybe worn behind the forward prominentpoint of the pelvis bone. Thisbone (anterior superior spina iliaca)is defined for the purpose of thisrule as the highest, most forwardpoint on the pelvic girdle. The maximuminside distance of the handgunand equipment may not be morethat 25mm from the competitor'storso while standing relaxed (see7.17)." For those of us who didn'tpass pre-med classes, let me try toput this "spina iliaca" thing in perspective.If the holster is even withthe side seams on your pants orjeans you will probably be OK. Thisbrings both divisions more in linewith the concealed carry guidelines,and when the holster and magpouch are in the proper position youwon't easily detect either when ajacket is left open. Also importantunder 2.12 (iv)(b) is the statement,"Major factor requires a minimumcaliber of lOmm (.40 inches)." The.357 Magnum is no longer able to bescored major in Modified and Standard.Rule 7.15 covers belts, and wehave always made an exception forthe ladies in IPSC by allowing thebelt to be worn at hip-bone level.This takes into account the fact that• ZoneNo Outrageous claims! No hype about Precious Metals!Just Great Bullets at a Really Good Price!!Our Custom Alloy gives you a bullet that's not too soft or too hard(Brinell Hardness of 18-191 and Hi-Tech Lube (on the bullet, not on thebottom of the box) allows I500+fps without noticeable leading. Pricesstart as low as $31/K. Quantity discounts start at 5K, mixing for quantityOK Call now for a free brochure or inquiries into pricing on ourentire product line. Product samples available.(3;MO'BulletsQuality Hard Cast BulletsNew. FAX (406) 687-3235a. .many women generally have ashorter torso length than men, butthe lowered belt is now for ladiesonly in Open Division. Women competingin Modified or Standard haveto use a belt in the normal waist positionthrough the belt loops.If you are cormected to the internetand want to check the Rulesof IPSC for yourself, set yourbrowser to http:/ /www.ipsc.organd click "rules." You can also get tothe IPSC web page from the USPSApage.If you are fortunate enough toobtain a slot for the North AmericanChampionship, I'm confident you'llhave a great match experience.You'll be able to meet shooters fromother nations, as well as renewfriendships with USPSA competitorsyou haven't seen lately. You'llalso find that the enthusiasm wehave in the States for practical shootingis alive and well in all the memberIPSC nations. Many of theseshooters face far greater restrictionsand limitations than we have seenso far in the United States, yet theypursue the sport as gladly as we do.Put this event on your "have to"list for 1998. I hope to see you inBarry.1263 Hwy. 16Glendive MT 59330Toll Free:(800) 252-3111at. 440.. Bullets are our only business ***VISASigtsea3May/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT

BULLETINBOARDcontinued from page 7.use, and purchasing media advertising.The requesting club or section isusually expected to contribute to theeffort to ensure that they are sincerein their intentions. Use of the USPSAname and logo is required.Do you have some ideas for promotingyour club or section? If so,contact your section coordinator orarea director and let's get started!Way to Go, Guys!The Richmond Hot Shots in theCalifornia North section held amatch on February 1, and we hadthe results on February 4. (No wonderthey're called the Hot Shots!)There are a number of clubs thathave been "doing the hustle" whenit comes to sending in their classifiersand match paperwork. If yourclub is one of them, tremendous!Not only do you deserve a pat onthe back, you are an excellent examplefor the other clubs.Other ClubsOther clubs, are you listening?Please send in your matches, especiallyclassifier matches, right away.People who are not getting credit fortheir classifiers are unhappy people;unhappy people tend not to want toshoot with that club anymore andmay not even renew their mernberships.That hurts us all, the club, theshooter and the organization.Did You Know...It you have either Visa or Master-Card, you can make almost any kindof payment to us by phone? That includespaying for new memberships,membership renewals, clubaffiliations and reaffiliations, activityfees, store orders, even NROIclass fees. Just call us and tell us youwant to charge it; then give us thecard number and expiration date.We'll do the rest! Any paperworkcan then be mailed or faxed to us.If you prefer to mail your payment,be sure you send it in with acheck, money order or credit cardinformation. Please, for your ownsafety, don't send cash.As of March 16 we can now takenew or renewal memberships viathe web page. The credit for establishingthis new service goes to RobBoudrie, USPSA webmaster.Thanks, Rob!Remind Your Stats People...When you submit classifiers,please make sure the activity reportsand classifier reports are printed inat least 12-point type (10 charactersper inch on dot matrix printers).Small print is hard to read and maylead to errors in data entry. Be sureto include the club name, club code,date of match and classifier numberon all reports, even if it has to behand-printed. If you hand-print theclassifier reports, please make surethey are legible and watch forchanging prefixes and transposednumbers. Since no classifier scorescan be entered without the scoresheets, please make sure you sendall score sheets for the classifier (and"If You're NotCompletely SatisfiedWith Mg Targets,You KnowWho To Shoot:'Each and every target I sell has to pass my inspection before itgets anywhere near a customer.So Portgarger only uses T-1 steel that's entirely M.I.G. welded(critical areas are even triple pass welded). They meet or exceedsafety standards set by NASA and the U.S. Department of Energy.And they're all backed by Portffarget's unlimited two-year warranty.Whether you're looking for turning, moving, pop-up, and rifletargets, or a completely customized range facility, you won't findbetter-built targets.That's the reason they're owned by firearmsinstructors around the world.For more information write Portearget, Inc., PO. Box 418, Grant,Florida 32949. Or cali me, Paul Scholem, President, at (407) 725-9911,fax (407) 984-9486. And find out why I stand behind my targets100 percent.PORTA TARGETAJ COLT SPEED TARGET B PEPPER POPPER C I NON•REACTIONI,34 FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

only for the classifier, not the otherstages).About Your Fees...It has come to our attention thatsome clubs are still not sending inthe full amount of the fees due toUSPSA for classifier matches. It hasbeen widely publicized in the NationalClassification Course book, inthe reaffiliation packet and in thiscolumn that fees are to be paid forall shooters, not just USPSA members.If you run a match with a classifier,you pay $2.00 per shootereven if they are not a USPSA memberor don't want the score sent in.There is good reason for this.First, the non-members are competingin a USPSA-approved match;second, they are using USPSA rulesand USPSA-licensed targets; third,they are shooting a classifier coursecreated for and set up to USPSAspecifications; fourth, they are usingthe services of range officials trainedby NROI to see to the safety of allthe competitors in the match, andthat includes the non-members.While we have encouraged the"full fees" mandate in the past, wehave not enforced it. This mustchange. From this point forward,those clubs that do not pay thestipulated activity fees on their classifiermatches will receive one writtenreminder. In fairness to theUSPSA members who shot thematch in good faith, we will continueto enter the classifier scores assubmitted; however, clubs that stilldo not pay the full amount of theirfees will not receive activity creditfor those matches until the shortfallis made good.We don't want to send you a reminder.Make sure your club andsection get all its earned activitycredits by sending in full paymentwith your classifier results.Something's Missing...You've just been elected clubpresident (which is why you don'twant to miss a meeting), and you'retrying to get all the things you needto run a successful program."Where's the Club Program Man-ual?" you ask. "Has anyone seen theClassification Course Book?" Youare met with blank stares andshrugs, or someone says theythought Joe had them last. There'sonly one problem with that; Joe hasmoved to Bora Bora and left no forwardingaddress!If you are the one in charge, wewant to make sure you have all thetools for the job, including the CPM,the course book, the scoring programand so forth. However, thesetools are supposed to be handed onfrom the outgoing officers to thenew ones, and it is costly to replacethem. While we would be delightedto say, "Sure, we'll replace them!"we also have to be careful stewards.The money entrusted to us belongsto the membership, and in the interestsof that membership, we mustcharge clubs for replacement items.If you are in need of any of theabove for your club, please call Valfor the replacement price and toplace your club order.t :991 PORTATARGET. INCATES, D)BIANCHI PLATE RACK. E I FALLING HEAD PLATES, VARIOUS SHAPES AND SIZES F I BOBBER TARGET GI HI•POWER SILHOUETTE H VARIOUS TARGET STANDS I I HI.POWERED FLOPPERMay/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT 35

MEMBER'SMAILBAGcontinued from page 2.humanoid with a head — forget it!Meeting over! "How can a companybe affiliated with a sport where weshoot 'people?'"It is a great leap forward that oursport will be shown at the 2004Olympics. Mr. Holiar, if I remembercorrectly, the essence of the Olympicsis to bring the world's best athletesfrom every possible country tocompete and, for a time, put awayour differences to foster global unitythrough the spirit of competition.Even World War II was put onstandby for the Olympics, but Idoubt we will have any television ornews coverage of athletes shootingat humanoid targets. Mr. Holiar, ifpeople want to practice defensivepersonal shooting skills, let themshoot IDPA, but where our sport hasturned to a game of speed, percentagesand match points and exoticequipment which will set most peopleback one or two months salary,let us continue the trend and increaseour sports' membership andcoverage and adopt a totally headlesstarget.Sandro Diaz, TY-34040Headless Target - ForSince I am sure you won't hearmuch on the "new target" story youwrote, I will get to the point. I fullyagree with you that two styles of papermight be interesting and veryfeasible. I am also in favor of removingthe "head" by either removal orfilling in the shoulder area. Thischange would not be a "giving-in"but would be more of helping ourimage. The head causes some problemsin some areas and with certainpeople. The main problem with oursport is IMAGE. If we can change acouple of minor things to make uslook better, let's do it! Also with thisimage is the FUN part. We need thebigger targets, the hosing stages,and the mega-round stages. I havebeen an active member in numerousclubs in five states, and every time Ibring a "California-Norco-RunningGun" stage to a match, people loveit! Not that every stage should be100 rounds, but a low-round-onlymatch is boring. Today's newshooter wants something excitingand not very difficult. Most of theclassifiers don't fall into either category.So we need these fun stages tomake a complete match.The primary argument against"Running Gun" type stages is overthe word "practical." I fully understandthe history and the originalbasis for this sport, but today, IPSCis just that ... a sport. We will notencourage someone to dump a lot ofmoney and time into this sport if allthey get are stages like El Presidenteand Jeff's Stretch. They want tohose, run, and just have fun! Thenwe throw in a classifier type stage tokeep them honest and separate themen from the boys (and girls).The reason I am making thispoint is because I see where USPSAis going back to too many boringstages in the Nationals. In my opinion,the 1995 and 1997 matches werea major step backwards from the advancesthat were being made beginningwith the 1993 Nationals. Let'snot forget "practical," but let's notuse it as the litmus test either.Just an opinion from the peanutga llery.Brad GrtffinTY-19303Developed and Patented by Bob Krieger. Master GunsmithCOLT • SPRINGFIELD • CASPIAN • STI • PARA' ORDALL 1911 COPIES • BROWNING HI-POWER** • S&W**ACC-U-RAIL— Now Allowed for theLIMITED CLASS USPSACompetition Pistols.A Patented slide and frame tighteningsystem which improves accuracy andmechanical functioning. Give your gunthat solid one-piece feeling! It won'tshoot loose like the current method ofbending, squeezing and peening.BOB KRIEGER, INC.2271 STAR COURTROCHESTER HILLS MI483091248)853-6171DOUG JONES2271 STAR COURT, BLDGROCHESTER HILLS MI48309(248)852-6490BRIEN JONES4 41 741 NEVIS PLACEBERMUDA DUNES CA92201(760)772 2923$215.00 plus $12.50 per gun for shipping and handling• GUNSMITH INQUIRES WELCONIED •Headless Target - Againsti have been affiliated withUSPSA/IPSC for approximately 10years. I'm a certified CRO. I alsohelped establish and run matcheswith a great bunch of guys at theIndiana Bow and Gun Club in Indiana,Penn. For the most part, I agreewith the direction that our sport ismoving. The reason for my letter isthe adoption of "headless" targets. Istrongly oppose this action. Changefor the sake of change benefits noone. Justify this issue to me if youcan, and I'll reconsider. I have a betteridea. Let's use round targets likethe DCM shooters, add deer andbear like the hunters use, add tincans and bottles like the plinkersuse. Let's also eliminate power factorwhile were at it. Then we can callourselves "the all-around unpracticalshooters with no spines." No offenseto other shooting activities.Our group is practical shooting. It'swhat we do! This issue is deeperthan heads on targets or headlesstargets. We have that right and weneed to exercise that right in a soci-36 FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

ety that is trying to infringe on thoserights. It's just one more nibble totake away those rights. You wantdifferent shapes. It's been a part ofour program all along. Just be creativewith your use of cover. Youwant accuracy, hide a lot of the target.For example, just let the headsshow. That's what we were taughtin RO sc_hool. You're making a problemwhere there isn't one.Scott Elgin, A-9546Headless Target - AgainstIs a carpenter honing his bludgeoningskills when he hammers thehead of a nail? Is a bar patron honinghis cannabalism skills when hedrinks the head of a beer? Is a chefhoning his stabbing skills when heslices a head of lettuce? Is an IPSCshooter honing his homicide skillswhen he shoots the head of a cardboardtarget?The question is not, "Whyshouldn't we change our target?"The question is, "Why should we?"To appease a small group of paranoidhysterics whose ravings wouldbe rightfully dismissed in any othercontext?The same people who opposeour targets also oppose our right tokeep and bear arms. The Brits compromisedand now they have nothingto shoot with. Change our targetand you will have finally supplied agood reason to switch to the IDPA.Warren Rosen, A-31514Headless Target - AgainstI see no problem with changingthe current IPSC targets, or addingnew ones. I do see a problem withchanging them for any reason that isremotely political or commercial innature.Shooting is inherently non-PC,and any attempts at making oursport more palatable to sponsors ornon-shooters by making us seemmore warm and friendly is a movein the wrong direction. The Britshave sadly lost their guns, and I believethat the primary reason is thatthey gave up the moral high groundwhen they no longer fought thegun-control fight on the basis of thegun as a necessary part of a free society."Sport, sport, only for sport"was the British pro-gun battle cry,and when it came down to choice$59LINIQUE CH SPEENfilINGE BELT* 2 Part velcro inner Leather outer* Nylon reinforced outer• Shooter friendly velcroInner beltUNIQUE LOCKING FEATURE• AUTOMATIC LOCKING •TOTALLY SNATCH PROOF• FULLY ADJUSTABLE • SUPER FAST • ALL STAINLESS STEEL & GLASS FiLED NYLON• oURRENTLY AVAILABLE FORALL SMALL FAME GLOCKSBERETTA 92& ALL CLONES • 1911 CZ & CARKITS AVAILABLE SOONCR SPEEDNEN/ GENERATION* With unique Lock* oth Upgrade" OVER 5 YEARS OF SHOOTERFEEDBACK BUILT INTO EACHHOLSTER* Super fast & Secure* Prone friendly* Fully adjustable over 4 planes* MODEL "G" for Glock & A" for all other Pistols" Now supplied with full Accessory Kit" "Optional" Heavy Dust Cover kit AvailableFor STI & SVI171/1E M 1,1?Icir'711.4rAF alg ,l/M AGA .ZZIFIE.S'* CNC machined from solidSAE 4140Chrome moly steel" Supplied with: extendedmag release &One piece beavertail /Mainspring housingOPTIONS* Heavy dust cover for IPSC standard gun class • Race magwellMAGS & TUBES FOR 45, 40 S&W, 38 SUPER AVAILABLE IN 3 LENGTHSOM OD IE =411WW11131ALL OUR COMPIARELvLACHIN_ED FROM_SOLID TITANIUM 8( CHROME MOLYRACE COMP -milli.■■■■ResCOMP TS Mk2 "For CZ & TANFOGLIOResCOMP TS MK2 ''For 1911 Pistols")GLOCK COMPENSATORf' 0 BUX 11 786QUEENSWOOD 0121 ,PRETORIASOUTH AFRICATEL.:4 27(12)3334768 FAX.: 27(12)3332112E-MAIL.: rescompcioicon.co.zoWEB PAGE http://wvvw.icon.co.zo/—rescompDEALER 14 DISTRIBUTOR ENQUIRIES WELCOME!May/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT37

etween a few people having funwith their sport and the perceptionthat everyone was at deadly risk,well, those few people will just haveto find a different sport.It is absolutely necessary that thegun controi debate in this countryremains focused on the necessity ofprivate gun ownership as the primarysource of our freedom andself-determination. If practicalshooting serves as a reminder tothose who would disarm us, that wetake our shooting seriously, then sobe it.I kind of like the amoeba target,but I think it would look better witha head.Richard Breneman, A-25565Headless Target - AgainstA new "headless" target? A secondtarget? When I started shootingIPSC about 1983, we had two targets;the "Item" and "Milpark." TheItem target had an A zone from topto bottom with C and D zones on theside. The B zone was the "head"part. The Milpark also had an upperB zone and C and D zones on thebody sides, but sported a 10-inch cir-TheTM"MELTDOWN"BySTOM GUNS, INC.Not Just AnotherDehorn Job!• Clark Commander hammer• Trigger job with aluminum match trigger• Extended tactical thumb safety• Low mounted Clark Carry sights or WilsonCombat Nite-Eyes• Reliability package• Beveled mag well & lowered ejection port• King grip safety• Reverse recoil spring plug• Clark's BIG BUSHINGMeltdown-The "edgeless" dehorn job!cle in the middle as the A zone.Shortly thereafter came an "Option"target which looked like the Milparkbut with an 8-inch circle. After that,the "Florida-8" target appeared. Fora time we had all four targets tochoose from with different scoringareas. Talk about confusion and debatesabout which targets to usewhen or with which other targets!I remember hearing early on thatthe NRA didn't recognize us becausewe used "humanoid" lookingtargets. This made no sense at allsince the NRA officially recognizesthe B-27 and its smaller counterpart,the B-25! These are humanoid silhouettetargets in black. Our targetshave a 6-inch B zone which issquare. There may be some squaresout there, but I haven't seen anysquare heads yet.Andy asks what do we think? Ithink that if we use a different"headless" target, then "they" won'tlike the fact that we draw from holstersor shoot very fast or move withloaded guns, or ... Well, you get theidea. As shown above, there havebeen target choices in the past andstill there were arguments.-meltdown" MI Springfield Armor!,Champion pithired with optimal5 & A hardwood grips.iitCLAIFIKCUSTOM GUNS, INC.MEMBER AMERICAN PISTOLSMITH GUILDDept. CH • 336 Shootout Ln. • Princeton, Louisiana 710671-318-949-9884 • Fax 1-318-949-9829www.clarkcustomguns.comThere are those in our sport thatlike the "hosing" stages, some likethe accuracy stages, and some, likeme, like it all. Would a "headless"target get us more sponsorship andsupport? Who knows. Maybe afterall these years it may be time tochange target styles. Maybe if wedid, the roosters would crow moresoftly on another roof.Target styles are as varied aseverything we see in the world andenvision in our minds. If we domake a change, maybe two standardtargets would serve us well, one forspeed and one for accuracy. The twowould look very different yet beable to be used on the same courseof fire. At least more people wouldbe satisfied most of the time ...maybe.What we do has never been indoubt in my mind. Ours is a shootingsport. To look at it in any otherway, despite its side benefits, is argumentative.We don't need tochange to "please" others but changingto please ourselves is a goodway to keep our sport alive and responsiveto its members.If we are going to make a targetchange, let's not just tweak the oldone, let's have a whole new target ortwo all together. In fact, as I type onthis computer, I am thinking aboutnaw! Maybe not.Douglass Renfrow, A-2405WSSF EventsI would like to let the membersof USPSA Icnow about a way to introducewomen to the fun and sportof shooting by becoming involvedwith the Women's Shooting SportsFoundation (WSSF). The WSSF is anational membership organizationfor men and women dedicated toencouraging and supportingwomen's participation in the shootingsports by providing educationand opportunities and by serving asthe collective voice to promotewomen's shooting sports interests.With this goal in mind, the WSSFhas scheduled 25 shotgun and fivehandgun events for women acrossthe country. The handgun eventsprovide instruction, coaching,loaner firearms, and free ammo toall participants. The firearms usedare .22 caliber and 9mm. Handgunevents are scheduled for Steamboat38 FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

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TAO elogrkor•e '411by Guy Neill, ii,sci PSCHISTORYToday's shooter has a wealthof information available tohim (or her). Books, videos,or instructors are commonlyavailable. This was not alwaysthe case.My introduction to practical pistolshooting came from readingGuns Sr Ammo magazine. The firstissue I ever was the December 1964edition. What had first caught myattention was the shoot-out by JeffCooper between the 9mm Luger cartridgeand the .45 Auto cartridge.The 9mm was fired from a Luger,naturally, while equally naturally,the .45 was fired from a 1911.Part of the test compared the cartridge'spenetration into a car. Shotsfired through the doors and thetrunk lid were evaluated. Perhaps Ihad simply never seen anyone shootat cars in a magazine before, but itwas interesting reading for a teenagerinterested in guns.Cooper championed the fledglingsport of practical pistol, developedout of his earlier efforts at comparingequipment and techniquesthrough a series of matches held insouthern California beginning in thelate 1950s. These early efforts began,as I understand it, as Leatherslapmatches. These were man-againstmancompetitions with, as in a reallifeconfrontation, the quickest hitBLAST DEFLECTORili.9s PLus samSEMI AUTO TECHNOLOGIES4215 N. 14 m e 12 PIO/ AZ MI6DISTRIBIJTIMS 04 OUP McCORMICK PARTSMC / VISA MONEY ORDFAS ONI Y 402-241141132winning. I have never heard of anyreal power requirements during thisperiod other than "full charge ammunition."The shooters participated withall sorts of guns. They tried anythingand everything as long as the borewas of 9mrn/.38 diameter and thepower met or exceeded 9mrnLuger/38 Special factory ammunitionlevels. It is hard fo me to imaginemanipulating the safety on aLuger pistol with any amount ofspeed when compared to a 1911.Today there are numerous videosof various matches and peoplegiving both the new and the experiencedshooter the means of studyingother techniques. This, combinedwith inexpensive home video cameras,gives today's shooter many advantages.Watching a video of championshooters doing a particular skill andthen watching one of yourself doingthe same thing is a great trainingaid. You can easily see areas that canbe improved. Most find that theprinciple problem is wasted motion.They may look quick, but it's becauseof all the extra movement. Thegreat shooters do not look particularlyquick, but they are incrediblysmooth with no wasted motion.At either the 1984 or 1985 USPSANationals, before optical sightsCLARKYesterday.Today.Tomorrow.• • • • • • Since 1950In the last 8 years we have produced over 3,000 CLARK CUSTOM 10/22 RIFLES.Experience...nothing can replace it...nothing can beat it.The 10/22 is the winningest gun in theEXPERIENCE CHEVY SPORTSMAN'S TEAM CHALLENGEAFFORDABILITYDEPENDABILITY That's What You GetWith Every CLARK Custom GunOur gunsmiths have over 100 years combinedexperience in customizing 1911 style pistols.You will not tind better prices on thesame quality firearms. We guarantee it!Unconditional 90 day money back guarantee ifyou are not completely satisfied. You may paymore, but you can not buy better.Dealer inquiries welcome. Member American Pistolsmith Guild.VCLARFIKCUSTOM GUNS, INC.Dept F • 336 Shootout Ln • Princeton. Louisiana 710671318 949-9884 • Fax 1-318-949-9829 • www.clarkcustomguns comMay/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT 49

(BOS), I watched Brian Enos run oneof the courses. The start positionwas sitting at a table. On the signal,you drew and engaged several targetsbefore moving on to completethe course. Brian had one of the topfive times for this course, but he didnot look fast at all.Brian and Tommy Campbellwere among the first to seriouslystudy the mental game. They haveoften recommended The Inner Gameof Golf (or The Inner Game of Tennis)to aspiring shooters to learn more ofthe internal focus needed to competeat the upper levels. Brian hassince authored a book on the mentalaspects of shooting titled PracticalShooting: Beyond Fundamentals.Outside of a Guns & Ammo specialby Jeff Cooper (often referred totoday as "The Red Book"), the earliestbook I am familiar with that focusedspecifically on practical shootingwas James D. Mason's CombatHandgun Shooting. Mason went intothe physiological, psychological andmechanics of this sort of handgunning.One interesting tidbit from thebook was the comparison of reactiontimes. According to the informationin Mason's book, clinical studieshave shown that people respondmost quickly to sound.More recently, J. Michael Plaxcohas produced both a book and avideo, and Lenny Magill, of Mail OrderVideo, has an extensive selectionof tapes he has produced over theyears of many of the major matchesalong with others such as How ToShoot Fast, in which several prominentshooters are interviewed andtheir techniques examined.Jerry Barnhart also has a videoseries showing methods for increasingyour shooting proficiency. Myriadother tapes are available althoughmany are oriented more towarddefensive training, such asthose from Gunsite or the series byBill Wilson and Ken Hackathorn.The latest book I have seen is thePractical Shooting Manual by MattBurkett. I am preparing a more indepthreview of Matt's book, but,suffice it to say, it is an impressiveaid to learning and improving yourskills in practical pistol competition.Added to all these books andvideos are the schools. 'There areseveral schools located around theUnited States which teach either defensiveuse of handguns or competitiveuse of handguns. Actually, Ishould merely say guns, since mostoffer courses in rifles and shotgunsas well.With so much information available,the need to assess what youwant out of your shooting is reinforced.If all you want to do is shoot,there is little need to spend moneyon books, tapes or schools. If youwant to improve your shooting, themeans to do so are available. Yourproblem, then, is to decide what sortof shooting you want to do. Is yourgoal purely with respect to competitionshooting where you just want todo better in matches or advancewithin the classification system, orare you concerned with the defensiveuse of the handgun?As I pointed out in an earlier column,there is considerable overlapbetween sport shooting and defensiveshooting, but an awful lot of itis in the mind (remember the bookson the mental aspect?). Only youcan decide what you want out ofyour shooting. There is no lack ofinformation or tools to help.TRIANGLE SHOOTING SPORTSBenny Hill, A-19374USPSA Grand Master, National 3-Gun Rifle & Shotgun Champion, Master Pistolsmith,Handgunner Top 100 Club and Head Pistolsmith at STI Int. 1994, 1995 & 1996NEW NITRO COMP -The only one made withtrue 180 radiused floors,5 port absolutely flatshooting. The mostimportant things aboutthese guns are that theyrun and are accurate.JUST A FEW TOP SHOOTERS WITH GUNS BUILT BY MYSELFJoe Kessler - Grand MasterDick Burkhardt Grand MasterTodd Salmon - 1997 3-Gun National ChampKevin Coats • MasterJ.P. Denis, Past IPSC PresidentLayne Simpson - Shooting Times MagazineDavid Cupp - MasterDoing work on AR-15's andshotguns. Building state-ofthe-artcomp guns, Limitedguns, carry, or what you want.Each one is built by me, notsomeone working for me.Built to your specs. I havebuilt over 600 hi-cap andcarry guns.5.1 Inch - $1695.00 5.1 Inch Heavy Dust Cover - $1750.00 5.1 Short Block - $1150.005.1 Short Block Heavy Dust Cover - $1250.00 5.5 Comp Gun - $2700.005.5 Comp Short Block - $1600.00Reliability packages & SM work about1-3 weeks. Call for info. I am here tomake your shooting a real pleasure.Check my low prices before youpay too much.10837 LEOPARD BLVD.CORPUS CHRISTI TX 78410PHONE: (512) 241-4498FAX: (512) 241-4441Dealer inquiries welcome on guns & comps.Reliability packages on yournon-running gun, $200+smallparts on most guns to make themtotally reliable.Shooting classes available on pistol,rifle and shotgun. Call for class dates.50 FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

y Guy Neill, RHUNDI \G \PiI mproper primer seating continuesto be one of the mostcommon problems experiencedduring reloading. Highprimers are the culprit in many misfiresand can contribute to gun malfunctionsand accidents as well. Ihave gone over much of this in thepast, but the amount of ammunitionI have been seeing recently withproblems in this area mandates goingover it again.A completely seated primer willhave the anvil legs of the primerresting against the bottom of theprimer pocket. With normal tolerances,this usually has the primersome 0.003 inches to 0.005 inches belowflush with the case. There areinstances where the primer may beas deep as 0.010 inch below, but thisshould not be typical.When the primer's anvil is notresting against the bottom of theprimer pocket, the least problem iserratic ignition of the primer underthe firing pin strike. The worst problemis a slam fire which could occurbefore the action is locked and maywreck the gun.If the primer is not seated so thatthe anvil legs are supported, misfiresmay result from the firing pinenergy being used to move the entireprimer rather than indent it toignite the priming mixture. MisfiresFOR SALECaspian 38 Super Race GunClark Barrel 5- port compCaspian Slide &Checkered 20 LP!cap FrameC-More on Red Buff mount6-19 Rd Mags 1 26 Rd Mag$1800.00Race ReadyCall:(417) 890-6973SCOPE MOUNTS• For Adco Mirage Eclipse and Eclipse Mode• One piece singie sidemount for 1911 pistols• SpIA-ring design allowsfor maximum hold onbody and scope• Lightweight and rocksolid• Available blank or drilledtor C-More pattern• Clamps to telescopicsight tube for infinitemounhng positions• One-piece split mountfor 1-inch or 30 mmtubesVILL 0\of this type normally look like alight firing pin hit. There is a 50-50chance that the round will fire witha second firing pin strike, but whocan do that in the middle of a courseof fire?Either the first firing pin strikewill complete the seating process forthe primer and a second firing pinstrike will ignite it normally, or theprimer pellet will be broken by thefirst strike, which usually means theprirner will not fire no matter howmany more times it is struck by thefiring pin.At the opposite end of the spectrum,there are times when theproblem comes from the primer beingseated too deep. In this circumstance,the primer pellet may be bro-RELOADING• CNC-machinedfrom billet aircraftaluminumramsC;INLERINGAN EXTENDED ADVANTAGE2435 Norse Ave. • Costa Mesa. CA 92621ken during seating, resulting in amisfire that will not fire on a secondblow. As mentioned earlier, aprimer 0.010 inch below flush maybe viable with industry tolerances,but it will commonly indicate aprimer that is skirting with beingtoo deep and may result in a misfirebecause of the pellet being brokenduring seating. If your primers arethis deep, I would advise measuringsome of the primer pockets of thecases to ensure they are, in fact,deep, and not that the primers arebeing seated too hard.Primer depth is not critical withthe floating firing pins of the 1911-pattern guns, but it can be a problemwith any gun where the firing pinmotion or protrusion is restricted.HI-CAP BASE PADS• Made from Polycartonate Plastic• Unique stainless retainer clip for easy removal• Patented Design• 3 sizes increases mag ienglt2 5.6 5or11mm• Increase capacity by 1. 2 or 3rounds depending on caliber• Springs Followers availableFor STI/SVFor Para-Ordnance• 140mm USPSA iegal• Increase capacity to 18 tor 45.21 for .40caVIOmm• Supplied as a kit(Pad Spnng & Follower)OF It.For Glock 17/20/21/22• 140mm LISPSA legal• Increase capacity to 18 for 4520 tor 40 cal/10mm23 for 9mm• Supplied as a kit(Pad, Spring & Follower)714-548-3745http: www.GramsEng.com.May/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT 51

Think about the firing pin on aSmith & Wesson revolver. It willreach only so far. If the primer is notwithin the area it reaches, there willbe poor ignition reliability.The industry standard dimensionsfor a small pistol (or rifle)primer specifies a height of 0.115inch to 0.125 inch. The primerpocket is, correspondingly, definedas ranging from 0.117 inch to 0.123inch. A 0.125-inch-high primer in ahole only 0.123 inch deep does notappear to be a really good situationto me, but it can occur at the extremesof the tolerances.Primers are built with an explosivecalled lead styphnate, which issensitive to impact. Hit it with theright amount of force and it willdetonate. This is what is desiredwhen the firing pin hits the primer,but a primer sticking up above thecase and having the breechface ofthe gun slam into it can produce thesame result. Therefore, it is a safetyconsideration to ensure the primer isbelow flush with the case.I have also seen malfunctionscaused by high primers. As the cartridgecame up the breechface of thegun (1911-pattern gun), the protrudingprimer snagged on the firing pintunnel opening in the breechfaceand stopped further chambering ofthe round. No detonation of theprimer occurred, but the thoughthas to be that it is riding on the edgeof firing out of battery. As it stands,it would still cost time to clear it ina match.If you measure the depth of yourprimer pockets and find them to betoo shallow for the height of theprimer, they will require "uniforming."Several companies makeprimer pocket uniforming tools, but,like case trimming, it is a time-consumingtask if a large quantity is beingprocessed. If the primer pocketsare too deep, the cases are scrap.Different presses have a different"feel" when seating primers. Withgood feel, reliable priming is relativelyeasy. Without feel, and if thereis no positive seating stop, the con-dition of the primer is mostly aguess.Regardless of the machine usedto prime the cases, it is a good ideato develop the habit of inspectingthe primer seating on each cartridge.With a progressive loader, this mustbe done after loading the ammunition.With other presses, the primingquality can be inspected immediatelyupon removing the case fromthe priming tool, whether it is aloading press or specialized tool.Given some practice, most peoplecan develop the ability to slide thetip of their index finger over theprimer and determine if the seatingis satisfactory.Many competitors try eachround they load in either a chambergauge or the barrel of their gun (outsidethe gun). It would be very easyto check the primer seating whiledoing this. If you do not check yourammunition in this manner, youshould still examine each roundeither as you prepare to put it intoboxes or magazines.Hammered a Course o Fire Lateiy?We sold a few of ourtop-of-the-line Tack Driversto the US Army IPSC Team!•You may already know usfrom the gun parts we manufacture.Our innovative ideas for partscome from years of experiencebuilding custom guns like these.•At Evolution Gun Workswe build top quality toolsfor the competitive shooter.PHONE 215-348-989'2 • FAX 215-348-10564050 B-8 SKYRON DRIVE • DOYLESTOWN PA 18901US ARMY IPS( TEAM GUNS52 FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

The problems encountered withseating primers can come from severalsources. One of the most commonis the disparity between the diameterof the primer and the diameterof the primer pocket. Just asthere is a tolerance on the height ofthe primer and the depth of theprimer pocket, the diameters of theprimers and pockets also have asimilar range of acceptable size.Since most presses and primingtools seat by feel, when the feel isright, the primer is right, but not always.If you match an oversizeprimer with a small primer pocket,the feel can be there, but the seatingmay not be complete.For February through March 1998NEW OPEN GRANDMASTERSNedrow, Andrew J. A-18800Pruitt, David A-23112NEW LIMITED GRANDMASTERSBailey, Bob A-8318Bradley, Charles E.TY-25460Kelley, Patrick E.TY-14401NEW OPEN MASTERSBedwell, Max W. A-26597Cox, Les A. L-1870Gallagher, Jim A-20550Gordon, Malcolm R.TY-33642Harrun, Joe A-32139Kelley, Patrick E.TY-14401Massoni, Butch A-4993Miguez, Blake John A-29399Reilly, Thomas J. A-10492Torres, Gary L.TY-30904NEW LIMITED MASTERSBowman, Craig A-12584Burkett, Matt L-2135Golembieski, Don L-2039Hilsenbeck, JamesFY-33699Holmes, Tony A-6924Jackson, Sean A-35206Little, Mike L-1480Martin, Stephen E. L-1205McCartney Jr., Angus Jay A-16020Michel Jr., Max A-26022Nedrow, Andrew J. A-18800Pruitt, David A-23112Safford, David L. A-27737These differences contribute tothe necessity of inspecting theprimer after seating. The best timeto check would be immediatelyupon completion of seating theprimer, but this is impossible, inpractical terms, in a progressivepress. Be certain, then, to inspectthem before use.Do not shortchange your shootingby using marginal ammunition.Since you are the 2ntire ammo factorywhen you reload, it means youmust be the inspector as well as themachine operator. Producing topquality ammunition is your bestIMO AuTO0 SuPER COMP (02231OMM9611M•P91421064M MASAN OVINAMOMM WIN MAO..34 SPECIAL94B ariBcIAL,P26 SLIPUP COMPMI SNOWY COLT36 LONO COLT32 Han MAO207 MAO44 MAO44 SPACIAL• 1 NIAONUM• 5 AUTO45 AUT044140NEW * UNPRIMIED * UNPLA TED48 COLT41190N MAO10MM40 SAW1084M446 MAOM. SAW SCNOINSLO44 PIUSIESAN3s0367 IMO32/2030/40404 CASULL4.6046/70400 COR.00147.99929 TOKAIMV30 MAILMENHANDGUN BRASSCA,01 .4.1 1.A., 1.0,066.00 * 77O2.00 • 117 0036-00 • 66-0037.16041.0036.0044.0000.00• 1.0040.01326.003330040.0038.0041.0040-0030.0040.0040.0044.01346.0066.001113.0060.0066.0048.0063.00120.09041.0060.0061.0064.0005.0068.0000.0000.00Aw.11.610455.00O 1.0061.013* 90.414.2-.5,170.0070.00100.0072.0002.0061.0000.80011.0070.0074.13301.01370.00O0.00• 1.00• 1.61000.00104.0011.0003.0019.000.7117o,226 no00.00041.0066 0017 0,116 0,1 04.00104 .1,i.c•%510700guarantee that you will be able toperform your best come match day.Guy has been reloading for 27 years,including a stretch as a commercial reloader.He began practical pistol competitionin 1977. His current work is asTechnical Service Coordinator for theSporting Equipment Division of Blount,Inc. The Sporting Equipment Divisionincludes CCI, Speer, RCBS, Outers,Weaver, and Ramline. As part of TechnicalServices, he handles questions andproblems relating to SED productsthrough correspondence, telephone andCompuServe I Internet (74602,1437).GLOBAL IMPACT.Throughout the world, Marlinebrass leads the way in innovation,quality and value. By listening to customers,Starline has grownfrom manufacturing a singleunprimed handgun brass caseto over forty of the mostpopular and unique caliberson the market. Chosen by theworld's top shooting competitors,Starline brass performsequally well in hunting andplinking situations. DiscoverMarline value for yourself.Call 1-800-280-6660for a free brochure orvisit our web site atwww.starlinebrass.com .And remember, a greatshot starts with StarliStarline.Maker ni America'sFinest Handgun Brass1300 West Henry Street • P.O. Box 833Sedalia. MO 65301800-280-6660 • 660-827-6640FAX 660-827-6650Visit our World Wide Web site atwww.starlinebrass.comPrices include shipping and handling within the United Statesexcept Alaska and Hawaii Pfices effective December 16.1R97. and subtect to change without notice. TERMS: Paymentmust accompany order VISA. MasterCard, Discover.cashiers check. money order. personal cfiecks accepted.ts2 WI! 4.May/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT

UNITED STATESPRACTICALSHOOTING/IPSC, INC.BOARD OF DIRECTORSMEETINGLAS VEGAS, NEVADAJANUARY 31, ANDFEBRUARY 1,1998BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Area 1 -David Carruthers, Area 3 - Larry Bullock, Area4 - Keith Milberger, Area 5 - Steven Kalamen,Area 6 - John Hurst, Area 7 - Randy Cestaro,Area 8 - Mike Martin.OFFICERS PRESENT: President - AndyHollar, Vice President - John Arnidon, ExecutiveManager - Dave Thomas, and Secretary -Judy Sunderlin.BOARD MEMBER ABSENT: Area 2 - JeffNelson.Before the board meeting started, PresidentAndy Holiar made the announcement that BillMaund had resigned from the assistant vicepresident position as of December 31, 1997.The board meeting was called to order at8:20 a.m., PST, by President Andy Holiar, January31, 1997.President Andy Hollar welcomed MikeMartin, the newest member of the board. Also,President Andy Holiar stated to have the minutesreflect that Jeff Nelson, who was absent,had sent his proxy to vote to Randy Cestaro.The Original Waller Field BagfOrder Toll Free:MOTION: Dave Carruthers moved that theboard approve the minutes of the board meetingof August 1997 as amended. Seconded byKeith Milberger, Passed unanimously.Amendment: Lamy Bullock suggested thatthe board members and officers be listed separatelyin the August minutes.ACTIONS OF THE USPSA OFFI-CERS AND DIRECTORSMOTION: Steve Kalamen moved the boardapprove the actions of the USPSA officers anddirectors taken on behalf of USPSA during theyear of 1997. Seconded by Mike Martin. PassedunanimouslyFINANCIAL REPORTThe Ext_scuhve Manager presented the fourthquarter unaudited financial report. The boardshowed its appreciation to Dave Thomas forhis presentation of the financial report. Aftersome discussion, the following motion wasstated.MOTION: Dave Carruthers moved that theboard approve the executive manager's unauditedfourth quarter financial report. Secondedby Keith Milberger. Passedunanimously.1997 ELECTIONS OF DIRECTORSThe results of the 1997 elections have beenreported by the accounting firm of JacobsonJarvis & Company in accordance with the bylaws.Elected directors are present and welcomedto the USPSA board of directors. Theboard discussed the mailing process for theballots so that the membership can receive theballots in a timely manner. President AndyHoliar wanted to add the following note to theColors:Black,Grey,Navy, Red,Dark GreenSize:9"H x 6"Wx 15"L$98001-800-874-2247 or (603) 863-4177 Plus ShippingVISA & MC accepted Send $2.00 for catalogue& InsuranceW•WALLER•&•SON•INC2221 Stoney Brook Road • Grantham • New Hampshire 03753minutes stating that the board discussed thetechnical discrepancy between the bylaws andthe election, and the board was assured by theexecutive manager that all eligible memberswere sent ballots. The board agreed to mail thefuture ballots by first class mail.MOTION: John Hurst moved that the resultsof the 1997 Area Election be accepted andthe ballots be ordered to be destroyed by June30, 1998. Seconded by Randy Cestaro. Passedunanimously.CORPORATE SECRETARYMOTION: Larry Bullock made a motionthat the board go into executive session andthat Judy Sunderlin leave the room. Secondedby Keith Milberger. Passed unanimously.The board came out of executive session at9:15 a.m. and returned to regular session.MOTION: Dave Carruthers moved that theUSPSA corporate secretary be reimbursed$100 per travel meeting to help cover time lostfrom the normal job and not otherwise paid by1JSPSA. Seconded by Keith Milberger. Passedunanimously.USPSA BUDGET - 1998 AND GOLDTEAM FUNDING POLICYThe next item on the agenda is the 1998USPSA Budget and Gold Team Funding Policy.After a brief discussion, the board took thefollowing action.MOTION: Larry Bullock moved that theboard table the 1998 USPSA Budget and theGold Team Funding Policy until later in theagenda. Seconded by Steven Kalamen. Passedunanimously.USPSA ACCOUNTING AND PROCE-DURES MANUALPresident Andy Hollar complimented DaveThomas for all his work on the USPSA Accountingand Procedures Manual. After alengthy discussion:MOTION: Mike Martin moved that theboard adopt the USPSA Accounting and ProceduresManual presented and reviewed atthe meeting and requested that each boardmember present fill out and sign a Conflict OfInterest form and retum it to the executivemanager by the end of the day and that JeffNelson be sent a Conflict of Interest form andthe form is to be returned as soon as possible.Procedures may be changed from tirne to timeby the executive manager so long as thoseprocedures comply with the policy set forth inthis manual and with generally accepted accountingprinciples. The USPSA board willreview and approve this manual annually.Seconded by Dave Carruthers. Passed unanimously.MATCH DIRECTORS SEMINARAfter some discussion regarding the MatchDirectors Seminar, the following action wastaken.MOTIONS: Larry Bullock moved that eachUSPSA area director may designate no morethan two people to attend the Match DirectorSeminar. These will normally be the areamatch director, area match range master, prizecoordinator, or assistant match director. Thearea director should aftend when perforrningthe function of one of these positions. In addition,the USPSA president may, by special invitation,add the director and range master ofthe 3-Gun Nationals, and director and rangemaster of any scheduled tournament-sizedIPSC match to be conducted within the UnitedStates. All reasonable expenses will paid for by54 FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

USPSA in accordance with normal USPSAtravel policy when they are included in theapproved USPSA budget. Staff attendees asdirected by the president will conduct the twodayseminar. Seconded by Steve Kalamen.Passed unanimously.USPSA JUNIOR PROGRAMPresident Andy Hollar invited David Francisinto the board meeting and introducedDavid Francis. Mr. Francis gave his thanks tothe board for the privilege of being invited tothe board meeting and his appreciation to theboard and officers for the support and guidancehe has received.The first proposal Mr. Francis presented regardedreducing the nationals entry fee forjuniors by 50 percent.Larry Bullock moved that junior shooters(per USPSA rules) be given half off their entryfees for any U.S. National Championshipmatch and that one Open and one Limited slotbe made available for the top junior shooter ofeach area championship. Each top junior at theU.S. Nationals will also be awarded a returnslot. Seconded by Steven Kalamen. Passed u-nanimously.The second proposal presented regards ajunior shooting camp. A proposal from KayClark and Jerry Miculek is pending. The juniorshooting camp is tentatively set for August1998. Estirnated cost for one junior from eacharea to attend the shootirig camp is approximately$700. Also, the board will hold a conferencemeeting when the proposal/contractis received from Kay Clark and Jerry Miculek.After a lengthy discussion the board took thefollowing action.Larry Bullock moved that each area directorselect one junior shooter from his area to beawarded a scholarship to the Jurtior ShootingCamp to be paid for by USPSA. Selection mustbe submitted and accepted by the junior at thehome office at least four weeks prior to thecamp. Steve Kalarnen seconded the motion.Passed unartimously.The board discussed a junior training programto be incorporated in a USPSA manual,which would be discussed in detail at a laterdate. The board will address the junior programissue when the budget item is back onthe table for discussion. The board will beasking the membership for its input and assistancein regard to the junior program.CLASSIFICATION STAGESLarry Bullock moved the publication ofcourses for the USPSA classification systemproceed with the printing and distribution ofa new book in 1998. The book is to be dividedinto three sections of 24 stages which will providecourses for the classification system. Eachsection will provide the courses for a singleyear and will be rotated such that the samestages will be shot every three years. Adjustmentsto the maximum hit factors will occur asappropriate. Seconded by Steve Kalamen.After a lengthy discussion, the motion wasamended to read as follows:Larry Bullock moved the publication ofcourses for the USPSA classification systemproceed with the printing and distribution ofa new book in 1998. Any course of fire may beselected up to a maximum of 12 per year.Seconded by Steve Kalamen. Passed unanimously.The board took a lunch break and retumedto the regular session at 1:45 p.m.CLASSIFICATION SCORES FORPRACTICAL CARRYDave Carruthers moved that scores forshooters in Practical Carry category should besent in for classification. The amended PracticalCarry guidelines are to be published assoon as practical. Seconded by Keith Milberger.Motion was not approved, so motion notcarried.There was a lot of discussion regarcling theprocess of scoring Practical Carry shooters'scores for classification.Keith Milberger moved that this subject betabled until Sunday morning. Seconded byMike Martin. Approved unanimously.PURCHASING OR BUILDING AN OF-FICE FOR USPSAKeith Milberger wanted to say "Thanks" toRandy Cestaro for taking his tiine to preparethis well-documented presentation.Larry Bullock moved that the president appointa committee to continue the analysis ofoffice and range ownership until January 2000.The committee must be confirmed by theboard of directors and should expect to makean interim report at a January 1999 board meeting.'The committee will consider advice solicitedfrom the USPSA membership, USPSAaccountants, real estate agents, local officials,and other sources it may choose. Reasonableexpenses for the committee's work will be reimbursedby USPSA. Seconded by Keith Milberger.Approved unanimously.GUIDELINES FOR "LAW" AND"MILITARY"Steve Kalamen moved that the top militaryshooter will be recognized at the Open andLimited U. S. 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competitors register in that category. Competitorsmust be on active duty or reserve in thearmed service of the United States in order tocompete in the "Military" category. They mayuse any safe firearm meeting the appropriatecriteria. The top Military award at LimitedNationals shall continue to be named the MattRierson Award. Seconded by Keith Milberger.Approved unanimously.Mike Martin moved that the Top Law Enforcementcompetitor will be recognized at theOpen and Limited U.S. Nationals when threeor more competitors register in that category.Competitors must be full-time law enforcementofficers authorized to make arrests. Secondedby Keith Milberger. Approvedunanimously.REVISION OF THE BYLAWS OFUNITED STATES PRACTICALSHOOTING ASSOCIATION/IPSC.A section from the current bylaws regardingbylaw revision was presented:"These bylaws may be amended at any regularmeeting of the board of directors by a voteof two-thirds (2/3) of the members present,provided i) that notice of the nature of theproposed amendment shall have been given atthe last previous meeting of the board of directors,or ii) that a written copy of the proposedamendment shall have been mailed with noticeof the meeting."The board reviewed the revisions as proposedby the bylaw committee. Discussionwas held conc-eming additional changes thatneeded to be made. It was noted that since noexact written copy of the proposed amendmentscould have been sent out with the noticeP.O. BOX :152454 TOLEDO, OH 43635-2454(.119) 841-4770 OR 8011-378-76751P1N#0175)FOR ALL YOUR TARGET AND BULLET SUPPL1F:SBullet Co. 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Board membersare to review and suggest any additionalchanges by June at the latest so they could bepublished and included in the next boardagenda.Some bylaw changes that the board wantedto see in the revision were specified.Keith Milberger moved to remove the lastsentence of the bylaw 5.8. "A board membermay only issue a proxy once per term." So therevision of 5.8 would read as follows: "A directorunable to attend a board of director's meetingmay authorize one board member to act inhis stead by issuance of a proxy. The proxyshall be in writing and set forth for specificissues only. Proxies must be delivered to thepresident or chairman at the beginning of themeeting. Seconded by Dave Carruthers. Approvedunanimously.Mike Martin moved to add "by first classmail," to the following sentence. "The certifiedpublic accounting f-irrn shall mail ballots to allindividual members on the list by October 1 byfirst class mail and shall receive the ballots backSPEEDWEII[ONO" bowel UrpriliMUPS CODby retum mail, tabulate, certify and report theresults to the president and board of directorsby November 15 of each election year." Secondedby ? Approved unanimously.Keith Milberger moved to delete 6.7. Secondedby Steve Kalamen. Approved unanimously.After further discussion, the committee onthe revision of the bylaws will rewrite the procedureto be used in reference to the removalof an officer or director from office. Keith Milbergermoved the requirement to remove adirector or officer should change from a unanimousvote to a 3/4 majority. Mike Martinseconded. Passed unanimously.EXECUTIVE MANAGER PERFORM-ANCE EVALUATION AND SALARYLarry Bullock moved that the board go intoexecutive session to discuss the executivemanager performance evaluation and salary.Seconded by Keith Milberger. Approved u-nanimously.Dave Thomas was asked to leave the room.After some discussion regarding the salaryrange, the board returned to the regular session.Keith Milberger moved that the board comeout of executive session and return to the regularsession. Seconded by Steve Kalamen. Approvedunanitnously.Dave Thomas was invited back to the boardmeeting.John Hurst moved that the salary range forthe executive manager be $37,500 to $48,200and that Mr. Thomas' salary be set at $44,000,and proposed a $2,000 bonus for Dave Thomasfor a job very well done this year. Seconded byMike Martin. Passed unanimously.PRESIDENT SA LA R YAfter a length) discussion, Keith Milbergerrecommended the salary range for the presidentbe set at $37,500 to $46,000, and to beevaluated annually, for both merit and cost ofliving.Keith Milberger moved that the board gointo executive session, and President AndyHollar and Vice President John Amidon wereasked to leave the room. Steve Kalamen secondedthe motion. Passed unanimously.Randy Cestaro moved that the board comeout of executive session and return to the regularsession. Seconded by Mike Martin. Passedunanimously.Steve Kalamen moved that the president'ssalary be set at $38,000 and the salary range beset at $34,500 to $46,000. Seconded by MikeMartin. Roll call vote requested. Voting in favor:Randy Cestaro, Mike Martin, Dave Carruthers,Keith Milberger, Steve Kalamen, JeffNelson (by proxy), John Hurst. Voting opposed:Larry Bullock. Motion carried.President Andy Hollar and Vice PresidentJohn Amidon returned to the meeting andwere informed of the action taken by theboard.BOARD RECESS'The board recessed at 6:00 p.m. January 31,1998, and reconvened at 8:00 a.m. February 1,1998.POLICY FOR LADIES SLOTS ANDPRIZESKeith Milberger move that the current languagebe added to the policy manual. "Slotsare to be given to the top eight ladies in theshoot-off, less any slots given to gold teammembers who finish in the top eight. 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ecipient must be a resident of the UnitedStates. Seconded by Randy Cestaro. After discussion,second withdrawn, motion withdrawn.A complete revision to the slots policywill be considered at the next meeting.Steve Kalamen moved that the current Nationalstrophy policy be amended to recognizethe top eight ladies. Seconded by Keith Milberger.Passed unanimously.Keith Milberger moved that the board acceptthe slot distribution for the 1998 Nationalsas follows:LIMITED NATIONALSSlots to section coordinators - 330; Fourteenslots to 8 Area Matches - 112 (2 High, 2 in eachof five classes, High Woman, Top Junior); Top16 Overall, Top 8 Women, Top Junior - 25;board of directors - 8; International and president'sdiscretion - 25. Total - 500.OPEN NATIONALSSquadding for the Open match (Las Vegas)calls for 30 Squads, and there will be less daylightwhich will let us plan for only 450 shooters.Open Slots to Section Coordinators - 297;Fourteen Slots to 8 Area Matches- 112 (2 High,2 in each of five classes, Fligh Woman, TopJunior); Top 16 Overall, Top 8 Women, TopJunior - 25; board of directors -8, Internationaland president's discretion - 8. Total - 450.The motion was seconded by RandyCestaro. Passed unanimously.CLASSIFICATION POLICYKeith Milberger moved this wording beadded to the classification policy, "All classificationscore sheets must be retumed to USPSAfor entry. Neither the range officer nor thecompetitor may cross out or invalidate a score,and that future revisions to the classificationscore sheets reflect this change in policy." Secondedby Dave Carruthers. Approved unanimously.Steve Kalamen moved effective as soon assoftware modifications can be made, "If ashooter is not classified in a particular category,the first four scores will be accepted regardlessof percentage, but the shooter's initialclassification will not be more than one classlower than the other category. Seconded byDave Carruthers. Passed unanimously.Larry Bullock moved that the board explorethe use of the IPSC Classic Target on a provisionalbasis in the United States. Seconded bySteve Kalamen. Passed unanimously.The board took a short break and reconvenedat 9:00 a.m.CLASSIFICATION SCORES FORPRACTICAL CARRYDave Carruthers moved to remove from thetable agenda item number 11 - ClassificationScores for Practical Carry. Seconded by RandyCestaro. Passed unanimously.Mike Martin moved to add the followingparagraph to the Practical Carry Guidelines:"Practical Carry Category was developed byUSPSA specifically to encourage new shooterswho do not own competitive guns to competein our sport. These new shooters should becompeting against shooters of similar ability.Therefore, it is inappropriate for experiencedUSPSA members to compete in PracticalCarry." Seconded by Randy Cestaro. Roll callvote requested. Voting in favor: RandyCestaro, Mike Martin, Dave Carruthers, KeithMilberger, Steve Kalamen, Jeff Nelson (byproxy), John Hurst. Voting opposed: LarryBullock.1998 USPSA BUDGETKeith Milberger moved to remove from thetable agenda item 6 - 1998 USPSA Budget.Seconded by Dave Carruthers, Passed unanimously.John Hurst moved to adopt the budget aspresented. Seconded by Larry Bullock. Passedunanimously.Randy Cestaro moved to increase annualdues by $5.00 per year effective July 1, 1998.Seconded by Mike Martin. Roll call vote requested.Voting in favor: Randy Cestaro, JeffNelson (by proxy). Voting opposed: MikeMartin, Dave Carruthers, John Hurst, KeithMilberger, Steve Kalamen, Larry Bullock.Mike Martin moved the board consider raisingdues at its August board meeting. Secondedby Dave Carruthers. Motion passed.Keith Milberger moved the policy regardingthe "Sponsorship Fund" be adopted as presentedexcept for item 4, paragraph B. Secondedby Mike Martin. Larry Bullock movedto amend the motion to also delete item 3-G, -Team Ring. Motion to amend failed for lack ofa second. Main motion passed unanimously.There was a general agreement the nextboard meeting would be held on August 8 and9, 1998.Keith Milberger moved to adjourn. Secondedby Randy Cestaro. 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USERY PASS PISTOL LEAGUEDave Mitwede1039 N Mountain RclApache Junction AZ 85220Starksl@Dancrais.comARKANSASCENTRAL ARKANSAS SHOOTERS ASSNQuinlan Pellicciotti16 Lendl LoopLittle Rock AR 72209CHICKASAW SHOOTING SPORTS CLUBGary ChurchwellPO Box 1737Blytheville AR 72315JONESBORO PRACTICAL PISTOLSHOOTERSDennis Nix106 Shady Park LnBono AR 72416LINKER MOUNTAIN SPORTSMENSCLUBLisa RobinsonPO Box 3132Russellville AR 72811NORTH ARKANSAS ACTION PISTOLLEAGUEJotui Lahue2371 Cr 912Alpena AR 72611OLD FORT GUN CLUBMark KoenigsederPO Box 6104Fort Smith AR 72906CALIFORNIABISHOP PRACTICAL SHOOTINGLEAGUEGerald Timmerman2264 Longview DrBishop CA 93514catsdolkelis.orghttp://www.jmallard.com/bishop.htmBURRO CANYON IPSCRon Pe1216 Essex StGlendora CA 91740CANYON OAKS SPORTSMANS CLUBLarry W CobbPO Box 133San Fernando CA 91341• Wrap-Around Rubber Grips• Grip Extensions• Free Product Brochure AvailableCAPITOL AREA PRACTICAL SHOOT-ERS LEAGUEJim Gallagher1317 Gannon DrSacramento CA 95825jimg@lanset.comhttp://www.mother.com/-stevemc/CATALINA ISLAND GUN CLUBGary KonigsmarkPO Box 2261Avalon CA 90704CENTRAL CALIFORNIA PISTOLLEAGUEChuck D'Arcy-Clarke2263 E VermontFresno CA 93720-3903cjclarke@jps.netFIVE DOGS ACTION SHOOTING CLUBAlan WillisBox 16 Granite StationBakersfield CA 93308http:/ /jmallard.com/5dogs.htmGEN X IPSC CLUBAdolfo Aguilera22831 Mehden StCarson CA 90745http://genx.htmHIDDEN VALLEY REVOLVER CLUBGene Welch241 N Market PlEscondido CA 92029ISAYank Price2531 Sawtelle Blvd #12Los Angeles CA 90064-3163yanketeazer.comLEMON GROVE ROD & GUN CLUBLarry Czoka3802 Rosencrans St #269San Diego CA 92110NEW ALLIANCE PISTOL LEAGUEGene Welch241 N Market PIEscondido CA 92029NORCO RUNNING GUN IPSC CLUBJoJo Vidanes2210 Norco DrNorco CA 91760jvidanes@aolcomhttp: / /www.jmallard.com/norco.htrnQuality Grips for allPara-Ordnance'HandgunsPEARCE GRIP(800) 390-9420P.O. Box 187 • Bothell. WA 98041-0187 • USAPhone (425) 485-5488 Fax (425) 488-7102htto://www.pearcegrip.comNORTH COAST PISTOL LEAGUEMichael ThomasPO Box 414Femdale CA 95536N CALIFORNIA PRACTICAL SHOOTERSBlake RushworthPO Box 660Davis CA 95617blake@consrv.ca.govNORTHROP PISTOL CLUBEric Hannestad1621 W 252 StreetHarbor City CA 90710hanneer@mailnorthgrum.comOCEANSIDE PISTOL LEAGUETerry Onley1206 Monterey AveChula Vista CA 92911PALA PRACTICAL SHOOTERSGale Richard Foland2941 B StreetSan Diego CA 92102PALM SPRINGS GUN CLUBJ T HayesPO Box 607Morongo Valley CA 92256Nurse JT@thegrid.nethttp://www.jmallard.com/palm.htmREDWOOD PRACTICAL SHOOTERSDavid Brown19150 Gorstrom LnFort Bragg CA 95437RESERVATION SHOOTING CLUBSteve Amold12922 Polvera CtSan Diego CA 92128gocow@aolcomFrvvvvvvnimimnryvvvyrryvvvirrryvKY-TACElderton Custom408 Ryan WayEdmond, OK 73003(405) 340-5664The KY-TAC- 1 is the fastestpractical holster there is....Accept It !Warn i ng: Do not be so startled bythe speed of your first draw that youdrop the gunMC-PAC - ifT-14 2 MAG PO( 47-02, $99.50AVAILABLE FOR HOST POPULAR Auros.Unique Ladies Cutalso availableCall or write for afree color brochure.'Highly Recommended'John FamamMay/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT 63

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PALM BEACH PISTOL CLUB INCEd Lawson2047 SW Bambi TerrStuart FL 34997PAN AMERICAN PISTOL & RIFLE CLUBAllen Hirsh706 NW 87 Ave #412Miami FL 33172PHOENIX PRACTICAL SHOOTERS CLUBMichael Mazzatta JrPO Box 10432Brooksville FL 34603-0432POLK COUNTY PRACTICAL SHOOTERSDennis B Shattuck320 East Thelma StLake Alfred FL 33850shattuck@gte.netPORT MALABAR RIFLE & PISTOL CLUBJeff Southland431 Mosswood Blvdlndialantic FL 32903irs19116palinnet. nethttp://cis.fitedu/—ellis/ThreeGun/3guntop.htmlS.E. PRACTICAL SHOOTERS ASSNF Wesley Herrick7016 Camfield StJacksonville FL 32777SOUTH FLORIDA PISTOL CLUBSteve Pryor1320 NW 96 TerrPembroke Pines FL 33024STEVEL1725@aol.comhttp:/ /members.aol.com/sofpc/index.htmST. AUGUSTINE P.S.A.Amanda Butler3918 English Colony Dr SJacksonville FL 32257TAMPA BAY PISTOL CLUBJames A Sotrop Md15931 N Florida AveLutz FL 33549-6100jasotrop@compuserve.comTREASURE COAST PRACTICAL SHOOT-ING ASSNBill Gamble10981 SW Hawkview CirStuart FL 34997-2712WYOMING ANTELOPE CLUBWesley Rounds9150 Fairweather DrLargo FL 33773KriegerA PatentedSlide andFrame TighteningSystemwhich Improvesthe accuracyand the entireMechanical FunctioningGive yOur Gun that Solk1 one-Piece Feeling, It wont ShootLoose Like the Current Method ofBending, Squeezing and peening$215 plus $12.50 shipping per gunGEORGIACHATTAHOOCHEE VALLEY SPORTSSHOOTING CLUBDr. Joseph F Kerseyc/o Medical Psychology Services6501 Veterans Pky Ste D-1Columbus GA 31909-3061CHEROKEE GUN CLUBRon Bridgefarmer3929 Sloan Mill RdGainesville GA 30507rondvoaaol.comCLEVELAND HUNTING RIFLE & PIS-TOL CLUBChris Day195 Van Buren DrDalton GA 30721cday@ocsonline.comCOOL SPRINGS GUN CLUBRicky Phifer111 Blackberry CirKathleen GA 31047EAGLE GUN RANGE INC.Hamp Dowling109 Woodfield DrMacon GA 31210bcdeagle@macon.mindspring.comFLINT RIVER SPORT SHOOTING ASSNDan Musselman433 Rawley RdAmericus GA 31709-2151GWINNETT PRACTICAL SHOOTERSLEAGUEDavid R Tripp1220 Taramore DrSuwanee GA 30024shootingguns@therange.comhttp:/ /www.geocities.com /Colosseum/ Field /5221 /gpsl.htmlSOUTH RIVER GUN CLUBWilliam R Ham3575 Garrard's CrossingRoswell GA 30075-3111wrham@mindspring.comSPORTSMANS ADVENTURE PSCBill Noyes145 Harbor Club LnFayetteville GA 30214wgnoyeseibm.nethttp: / /www.geocities.com /colosseum/ Field /sapsc.htmCOLT • SPRINGFIELD • CASPIAN • PARA ORD.STI • VOIGT • All 1911 CopiesACC-U-RAILPistolsmiths invitedBOB KFIIEGER, INCMaster• ■2271 StarRochester HMS, MI 4830912481853.6171GUAMNATIONAL SHOOTING FEDERATIONOF GUAMRodrigo Q BautistaPO Box 20145Barrigada GU 96921-0145HAWAIIBIG ISLAND GUN CLUBRich SinunonsPO Box 2321Kailua Kona HI 96745HONOLULU POLICE PISTOL CLUB INCRick Wheeler95-701 Lauawa StMililani HI 96789RTW653@aol.comMID PACIFIC PISTOL LEAGUEIan OnagaPO Box 90037Honolulu HI 96835VALLEY ISLE SPORT SHOOTERSRaymond K Ishii443 Kaulana StKahului HI 96732IDAHOBIGWOOD RIFLE & PISTOL CLUBJared E JosephPO Box 2777Ketchum ID 83340jejoscphOcompuserve.comHIGH STRENGTHSTEEL TARGETSFull Size IPSC $51.001/2 Size IPSC $14.00Full Size Popper $34.00complete w/base $95.002/3 Size Popper $24.00complete w/base $84.00Custom Plate Machines and othersizes and shapes available. CALL(Plus Freight, FOB, Casper, WY)•All targets constructed of T-1equivalent or bet-ter, unlessotherwise requested. T-1 is atrademark of US STEEL CORP.• WARNING: Do not shoot targets from closer than15 yards. All persons must wear safety eyewear toprotect from flying debris. Not for use with centerfire• rifles or shotgun slugs.K&S FABRICATION1800 South WashingtonCasper, WY 82601VISA (307) 266-4039 CZMay/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT

IDAHO SOCIETY OF PRACTICALSHOOTERSRand Hill3002 North HearthMeridian ID 83642S.E. IDAHO PRACTICAL SHOOTERSDennis LarsenPO Box 1342Idaho Falls ID 83401http:/ /members.tripod.com/-SEIPS/index.htmlYELLOW WOLF PISTOL CLUBLeanne WoslumPO Box 154White Bird In S174ILLINOISCENTRAL ILLINOIS PRACTICALSHOOTERSJon R Poler402 N BroadwayHavana IL 62644CHILLICOTHE SPORTSMENS CLUBDennis DoyeRt 1 Box 29Princeville IL 61559HOWELL SHOOTING CLUBChops Carmichael301 Carlton DrCarol Stream IL 60188chops_I-14630msn.comILLINOIS TRI-COUNTY P.C.S.Timothy Schwingle1603 7th AveSterling IL 61081lr NEED SPEE121S•W SPEED SIGHTSSUPER SLIM PROFILE - ULTRAFAST ACQUISITIONS•W SUPER COMPS$79.95 Front & Rear$147.00 Incl. BomarAR-15• Drastically Reduces Recoil• Precision EDM Cut• 4140 or Stainless• most caithersS19 95• Replaces Bomar Blade• Serrated 40 lpi to Eliminate Glare• Windage and Elevation Adjustable• Glock Models Also Available• Simple to Install• PARAISTI/SVI/Glock• Added Capacity/Reduce Reloads• Ultra Strength Aerospace Aluminum• Like More Weight? Order in BrassCALL 414-297-9126 ■ ,DER BY EMCHENRY IPSC SCHOOTERSNick lodice814 Chaddick Dr.Wheeling IL 60090niodice@aol.comMIDWEST PRACTICAL SHOOTINGASSNJohn P Semprini641 Morning Glory. LnBartlett IL 60103-5823isemprini@apclink.comNORTHERN ILLINOIS SHOOTERS ASSNPerry Wilson280 S Park AveWheeling IL 60090http:/ /www.ameritech.net/users/frsty50/nisaweb.htmlPIKE-ADAMS SPORTSMEN'S ALLIANCERussell GuyerRR 1 Box 157Barry' IL 62312PINE TREE PISTOL CLUBDaniel R Vestal1613 Roosevelt RdMachesney Park IL 61115kidponcho@aol.comRANGEMASTERS PISTOL CLUBVance Schmid314 LingaleMarion IL 62959SPRINGFIELD TACTICAL SHOOTERSBill Davis22 Taft DriveRochester IL 62563$12.00S16.00SoW MAGNA PADSS•W CUSTOM SPEED PRODUCTS4204 MAr • •INDIANAANGOLA CONSERVATION CLUBRon Reed6199 W US 20Angola IN 46703COAL CREEK GUN CLUBGreg MyersPO Box 123Covington IN 47932http: / /www.ticz.com / -scrich f ieldDEER CREEK CONSERVATION CLUBDewayne Jones5808 N 350 WHartford City IN 47348http:/ /www.ticz.com/-scrichfield/DeerCreek.htmINDIANA-PRACTICAL PISTOL SHTRSMike SmithPO Box 15165Evansville IN 47716fletch@dynasty.nethttp://www.ticzcom/-scrichfield/IN_Section.htmTRI COUNTY FISH AND GAME P.P.S.Chuck RobertsonPO Box 23125Evansville IN 47724-0125chuck@dynasty.netWABASH VALLEY PRACTICAL PISTOLSHOOTERSSteve Wright3574 E Davis DrTerre Haute IN 47802RED5019@aol.comhttp: / /www.abcs.com .wyppsIOWABLACK HAWK PISTOL CLUB INCTed SimonsPO Box 893Cedar Falls IA 05613BOONE COUNTY SPORTSMENS CLUBDuane Ely1615 Benton StI:id:x.)11E IA 50036CEDAR RAPIDS AREA PRACTICALSHOOTERSRandy SchwabPO Box 2648Cedar Rapids IA 524061.0.P. RIFLE & PISTOL CLUBCarl Brooks908 ArgyleBurlington IA 52601OSCEOLA ORGANIZED PRACT SHTRSBrad Wadel'O Box 8337Des Moines IA 50301grndwtrSS@aol.comWOODLAND HEIGHTS PRACTICALSHOOTERSMatt Gish805 Hwy 61 N'Napa° TA "i2653KANSASAIR CAPITAL GUN CLUBJoseph M (Joe) Roper1006 McCollum RdEl Dorado KS 67042-4149rope@southwind.netFRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

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HARVARD SPORTSMEN'S CI.UB INCGreg Newman68 Still River RdHarvard MA 01451http://world.std.com/-afbranca/hsc/hsc.htmlMICHIGANBEND OF THE RIVER CONSERVATIONCLUBLloyd Doubleday1626 Sycamore StNiles MI 49120BLUE WATER SPORTSMANS ASSNMike Johns1334 Georgia AveMarysville MI 48040-1472CHIEF OKEMOS SPORTSMANS CLUBGary Warner1553 Berkley DrHolt MI 48g42DETROIT SPORTSMENS CONGRESSBill Ikeda36424 PayneClinton Township MI 48035SOUTH KENT SPORTSMANS CLUBRon JonesPO I3ox 343Hopkins MI 49328SE MICHIGAN PRACTICAL SHOOTERSPatrick Sweene ■,,200 Burwood AyeAnn Arbor MI 48103PJSNWGS@concentric.netWEST MICHIGAN ACTION SHOOTERSDavid Newman12998 Jackson RdLake Odessa MI 48849MINNESOTAFARIBAULT RIFLE Sr PISTOL CLUBKenneth M Velardi9512 Dodd RdKilkenny MN 56052KVelardi@means.netMETRO AREA P. S. A.Eric H Bartelds18450 Judicial RdLakeville MN 55044-9380MINNETONKA GAME Sr FISH CI.1.13Ken Rex835 Grant StAnoka MN 55303K38Supertilaol.comNORTHWESTERN GUN CLUBJeff Gilberg4096 Misty Morning DrHermantowri MN 55811-3608OAKDALE GUN CLUBDennis Falaas2634 Hawthorne LnStillwater MN 55082dofalaasemmm.comST CLOUD AREA P. S. A.William Ness220 5th St NESartell MN 56,377williamness@stcloud.k12.mn.usWAKI-KOMBATTm SightNo gimmicks, just a better sight!• Better at all ranges • High strength molded composite• ideal for carry • Adjustable for windage and elevation• Fits Bo-Mar dovetail cut,-torthantal bo Mar slide cut shownEasay adapts In la recessnci f=to Mar and Hanher catsPatent pending.Open BladeT• designAllows a muCh better view of thetarget and point of aim for easier shotplacement in all lighting conditions.Permits clOSe range shots to be takenwith the front sight below the notchSkeleton Notch",Permits precise alignment of front sightwhen necessary and allows rapidtransition from conventional iron sightsCenter StudForms bottom of skeleton notchTm.Tapered SideS contrast with verticalsides of front sightWhite Center Mark (Optional)Combines with center stud to allowinstinctive Centenng of front sight.(Plain black variant shown.)givarantee of fruperioritpThe Miaki-lsomhat Sight's design isguaranteed to have competitiveadvantages over ail other alignmenttype sights or your money hack.Conventional sight picture Waki-Kombat Sight pictureon IPSC upper NB zone. on IPSC upper A/B zone plus $8.00 shippingNEWS!$50.00Utah residents add S.3.25 soles tax.('heck or money orders only. No credit cards.Waki-Kombat Sight beats conventional notchand ghost ring sights in independent speed andaccuracy tests conducted by PERFORMANCE SHOOTER magazine.•• Pesuits publthrted in the November 1997 issue Performance Shooter taxes no adventsing and conducts unbiasedtests on firearm related equipment Tests were conducted against Bo-Mar BMCS and JP DoublRing sghtsCOMING SUMMER 1998COMPLETE WAKI-KOMBAT SIGHT SYSTEMGlowing red fiber optic competition front sights.• .100" post clearty visible around glowing optic.• Glowing fiber easily tracks for rapid shooting.• Triangular shaped fiber optic defines top-centerof front sight for precision shooting.• lmm dot also available for a more conventionalsight picture.Prices to be announced. Send St 00 to be informedby mail immediately when available.Matt Waki Custom Products353 Scott AvenueSalt Lake City, UT 84115-4618(801) 484-1980e-mail questions to: mwakiarocketmadcomLets you use the advanced aimingtechnique used by top shooters!Complete Waki-Kombat System lets evenaverage shooters aim by looking at thetarget without hard focusing on the frontsight. No other system incorporates aglowing fiber (for easy tracking anddownrange focus), a squared post andnotch (required for precise sight altgnment).and a clear view of the target around thefront sight. System requires use of Waki-Kombat'. Sight with competition front.May/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT69

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WESTERN NEW YORK PRACTICAL PIS-TOL LEAGUEMichael E Braun5145 E ParkwayHamburg NY 14075mattski664@aol.comNORTH CAROLINAANT HILL SHOOTING CLUBRichard E Timberlake10017 N Olde Towne WyndLeland NC 28451ASHVILLE PRACTICAL SHOOTINGASSNJeff StuckerPO Box 5834Asheville NC 28813B & R GUNS OUTDOOR RANGERick Weigel1775 Lake RdHavelock NC 28532brgurtsecconnect.netCOMPETITIVE SHOOTERS OF STATES-VILLETony Rogers246 Johnson Dairy RdMooresville NC 28115DOWN EAST PRACTICAL SHOOTERSMichael Shawn Dixon134 Old Freeman RdSwansboro NC 28584FAYETTEVILLE PRACTICAL SHOOTINGASSOCIATIONDan G Sanders5805 Dockridge CtFayetteville NC 28304S5805@aol.comON TARGET ASHEVILLEJeff StuckerPO Box 5834Asheville NC 28813ROWAN COUNTY WILDLIFE ASSOC.Donald K AdamsPO Eiox 832Rockwell NC 28138SIR WALTER GUN CLUBSteve Kuekes4245 Brookewater PIApex NC 27502,kuekes@tangram.comOHIOFAIRFIELD SPORTSMAN'S ASSNRoy Mills3925 Oxford Millville RdOxford OH 45056issi-eng.netcom.comLIMA SABRES SHOOTING ASSNGerald James Yarger4363 E Lincoln HwyColumbus Grove 01-1 45830MIAMI RIFLE & PISTOL CLUBRick Green431 Ohio Pike Suite 157 SouthCincinnati OH 45255stihybrid@mindspring.comMIAMISBURG SPORTSMAN CLUBMike Osborne2813 Gaylord AveDayton OH 45419randyuspsa@earthlink.nethttp://home.earthlink.net/-randyuspsaNORTHWEST OHIO COMBAT PISTOLCLUBBud Koontz2325 Barrington DrToledo OH 43606TRW PRACTICAL PISTOL SHOOTERSWilliam Attamante8144 Forestdale DrKirtland OH 44094OKLAHOMABETHEL ACTION SHOOTERS ASSOCIA-TIONPaul W Abel17205 Gaddy RdShawnee OK 74801SI-gun@swbell.netINDIAN TERRITORY PRACTICALSHOOTERS CLUBGlenn Martin207 N OklahomaMangum OK 73554mgrn368@brightok.nethttp://members.tripod.com/-1TPSC/Index.htmNO MAN'S LAND RIFLE & PISTOL AS-SOCIATIONJ.J. PowellPo Box 1236Hooker OK 73945OIL CAPITAL PRACTICAL SHOOTERSTom Rich2940 S Quaker AveTulsa OK 74114OKC ARCADIA ACTION PISTOLCalvin D Rogers2705 Old Farm RdEdmond OK 73.013calkriseionet.netOKLAHOMA CITY PRACTICAL SHOOT-ERSRocky Nelson1229 SW 28thOklahoma CITY OK 73109PONCA crrY RIFLE & PISTOL CLUBScott Graves28427 CowboyMarland OK 74644sjgraves@brigadoon.comhttp://members.fullnet.net/sigraves/default.htmSTEPHENS COUNTY RIFLE & PISTOLDavid GildonRt 3 Box 13Comanche OK 73529TR! CITY IPSCAlbert Sanderson507 Cedardaie DrOklahoma City OK 97127-5507OREGONALBANY RIFLE & PISTOL CLUBPaul A Dubois5575 Woodside Dr SE #55Salem OR 97306mangos@sprintmail.comCHEHALEM VALLEY SPORTSMANCLUBJonathan Umfleet502 W 5th StreetNewberg OR 97132umtbo@hotmail.comThe Best There Is,Just Got Smaller,Lighter andCosts Less!The ALUMINATOR IIAsk us about theModel Run-out pricesfor the originalAluminators we stillhave in stock.You WILLSAVE $21.00!!!AVAILABLE to ship same dayAll 1911's Open/StockEAA/P9's RevolverGLOCK SIG 220-9Righthand L efth a nd$120 00FULL-COLOR WEB sitehLtp://aluminathr.Lierranet. CoM1-800-545-7556olanozowei7Igoinc.p„one (,20) 772-9750 eaot. WO) 772-9839PO Box 25353, Prescott Valley. AZ 86312-5353May/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT 73

COSSA PRACTICAL SHOOTERS - C.P.S.Royce W Quiring19679 Squaw River LnBend OR 97702rwquiring@yahoo.comEUGENE PRACTICAL SHOOTERSMonty Millican4163 Fuller AveEugene OR 974A2montyipso@continetcomJEFFERSON STATE PRAC. SHOOTERSBill Watson4755 Shasta WayKlamath Falls OR 97603OGREBRO@Magick.netLA GRANDE RIFLE & PISTOL CLUBRichard D WitherritePO Box 921Union OR 97883cketchum@orednet.orgSOUTHERN OREGON PRACTICALSHOOTERSBrian McCormick2146 Galls Creek RdGold Hill OR 97525irishOccountry.netTRI-COUNTY GUN CLUBBob Schuessler12331 S W MoffittWilsonville OR 97070UMPQUA PRACTICAL SHOOTERSC W TathamPO Box 1021Winchester OR 97495r ARMALITE .223 CALIBER' M 1.5A4(T)‘ CARBINEV All New,All AmericanMade6/ LifetimeWarrantyV Superb Accuracy &Sighting FlexibilityV Match Trigger,Picatinny FrontSight BaseV TubularHandguardV AlsoAvailablein .308Caliber. Send S2 or FFL tor catalog:I ARMAL1TE, INC.P.O. Box 299, Geneseo, IL 61254309-944-6939, Fax 309-944-6949Website: www.armalite.comPENNSYLVANIACLAIRTON SPORTSMEN'S CLUBSteve Martin108 Nelbon AvePenn Hills PA 15235EAGLES NEST PRACTICAL SHOOTERSConnie Burch1218 Kuntz RdErie PA 16509c.burch@velocity.netEAST HUNTINGDON TOWNSHIPSPORTSMEN'S ASSNJohn R Kosmack436 Craigdell RdNew Kensington PA 15068FACTORYVILLE SPORTSMANS CLUBBarry Ruane205 W DrinkerDunmore PA 18512FOP LODGE 68 ACTION SHOOTERSFred Volosky19 N Stockdale StDubois PA 15801fritz2@perin.comGEM CITY PRACTICAL SHOOTERSBill Raines Jr3113 Chestnut StErie PA 16508brc1911@velocity.netHELLERTOWN SPORTSMAN CLUBDennis Wieand3350 Airport Rd #72Allentown PA 18103myuspsa@bellatlantic.netINDIANA BOW Sr GUN CLUBScott Smith3776 Woodrow AvePittsburgh PA 15227-3570ssehguh@usaor.comONTELAUNEE ROD 8s GUN CLUBDennis Wieand3350 Airport Rd #72Allentown PA 18103myuspsa@bellatlantic.netPPSA AT LOWER PROVIDENCEMichael J Dolan3209 Longshore AvePhiladelphia PA 19149S CHESTER COUNTY P. S. A.Michael C Brake!105 Gloucester CtDowningtown PA 19335mcbrakel@erols.comSIGHTS PRACTICAL SHOOTERSJim Kurtz679 RailroadMillersburg PA 17061TOPTON ACTION & PRAC. SHOOTERSDavid V Miller16 Aspen WaySchwenksville PA 19473onefast4wd@aol.comWARRIOR RIDGE GUN CLUBCharles A DavisPO Box 70Clearville PA 15535cdavis3018@aol.comYORK 1WLA CHAPTER 67Terry Zortman2920 Woodshead TerrYork PA 17403Tzortmaneaol.comPUERTO RICOPONCE EXPERTS SHOOTING CORP.Nelson R Colon-DelgadoPO Box 7204Ponce PR 00732-7204THE PAN AMERICAN GUN CLUBHumberto DiazPO Box 191349San Juan PR 00919-1349WILLIAM'S SHOOTING CLUB INCWalter AlmodovarPO Box 7084Ponce PR 00732WMGUNS@Coqui.netRHODE ISLANDMANVILLE SPORTSMENS ROD & GUNCLUBWilliam English69 Lillian CtWarwick RI 02886automagbil@aol.comhttp:/ / members.aol.com /msclub/ index.htrnSOUTH CAROLINAANDERSON PRACTICAL PISTOL CLUBJerry James514 Pioneer LaneAnderson SC 29625jjameseviperlink.comCOASTAL SHOOTERS ASSOCIATIONLinda B Russ Cpa1310 Azalea Ct Ste GMyrtle Beach SC 29566LindaBRuss@aol.comhttp://members.aol.com/wilmmeyer/cshomepg.htmGREENVILLE GUN CLUBArnold A Taylor105 Wagonwheel DrSimpsonville SC 29681hrtkmp5@aol.comMID CAROLINA RIFLE CLUBJeffrey D Helm349 Valcour RdColumbia SC 29212HELM@SC.EDUPALMETTO GUN CLUBDick Riggar318 Savannah RoundSummerville SC 29485-5266dick_riggar@compuserve.comSOUTHEASTERN FIREARMS PRACTI-CAL SHOOTING CLUBGene Harvey50 ChinaberryHilton Head SC 29926GHC@hargray.comSPARTANBURG PRACTICAL SHOOT-ING ASSNJames E WagnerPO Box 325Moore SC 29369STRJUGHT SHOOTERS P. P. C.Stan Johnson324 Fields Cemetery RdGraniteville SC 29829sjolmson@ifx.nethttp://www.ifx.net/-popgun/FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

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SPOKANE VALLEY RIFLE & PISTOLCLUBDavid L HovdaN 5407 Washington StSpokane WA 99205YRPA - PRACTICAL SHOOTERSMathew Guderjohn802 S 9th Ave Apt BYakima WA 98902WEST VIRGINIAHANCOCK COUNTY SPORTSMANSDave & Kim Dorisio163 Stroud AveWeirton WV 26062WISCONSINAPPLETON RIFLE 8z PISTOL CLUBJim Derks838 E North StAppleton WI 54911Shooter500@aol.comOCONOMOWOC SPORTSMANS CLUBDon KingsburyW5302 Biederman RdJohnson Creek WI 53038WISCONSIN PRACTICAL PISTOLLEAGUEJitn Newton731 Aspen AveVerona WI 53593jnewton@madison.tds.netCAMP SHOOTOUTUSPSA Junior Shooting CampHosted by the Shootout RangeGOALS OF CAMP SHOOTOUTImprove gun-handling and marksmanship skills!Get your USPSA Career on the fast track!Meet and compete with other interested juniors!VVhen, VVhere and VVhoCamp Shootout will be held at the Shootout Range inPrinceton, Louisiana, on August 4-8, 1998. All USPSAJunior members age 12 and above are eligible to attend.The head instructors are Grand Master Jerry Miculekand two-time World Ladies Champion Kay Clark-Miculek.Camp Participants will receive:• 18 hours of range instruction• 14 hours of classroom instruction• Participation in a 100-round USPSA-sanctioned match• 6 nights lodging• 17 meals and plenty of snacks• Transportation to and from the nearest airport• After-class activities such as ping-pong, basketball, hikingand cycling• A Saturday night graduation party• 24-hour adult supervisionCost of Camp Shootout:Maximum Capacity$800.00 per participant. 16 StudentsTo request an information packet write, call or e-mail:CAMP SHOOTOUT310 Shootout LanePrinceton LA 71067Phone: 318-949-1303 Fax: 318-949-9829e-mail: kaycm@compuserve.comWISCONSIN PRACTICAL SHOOTERSBruce Mic_helsW4991 Hwy AFredonia WI 53021bmichelsehnet.netWYOMINGGHOST TOWN SHOOTERSSpence Cutrell1052 C,00dstein DrCasper WY 82601HORSE CREEK HARDBALLERSGeoff Tyson618 McGovemCheyenne WY 82001WESTERN WYOMING PRACTICALSHOOTERSScott GrauerPO Box 9132Jackson VVY 83001FOREIGN AFFILIATESBRAZILIAN PRACTICAL SHOOTINGACADEMYArthur Oscar Levy LaksRua Barao De Capanema 112/171Cerqueira CesarSao Paulo S.P. 01411-010 BRAZILaraoriginet.com.brhttp://www.brapsa.com.brCLUB DE TIR VILLE ST-PIERRENick Manioudakis185 CamilleVille St-Pierre PQ H8R 1G7 CANADAINDEPENDENT SHOOTERS LEAGUEWilliam Hines307-103 Gorge Rd EVictoria BC V9A 6Z2 CANADAI.P.S.C. ALBERTAMalcolm R Baikie12207 149th AvenueEdmonton AB T5X 2E1 CANADAI.P.S.C. NOVA SCOTIAFred Hansen12 Falcon PIHalifax NS B3M 3R4 CANADASASICATCHEWAN PRACTICAL SHOOT-ING ASSNScott Currie275 Wrigley CresentSaskatoon SK S7M 4Y3 CANADAUNITED SPORTS SHOOTING RANGERobert Weinberg14 Stalwart Industrial DrGormley ON LOH 1G0 CANADAbullseyeeidirect.comASOCIACION NACIONAL DE TIROPRACTICO(Guatemala)Carlos Olyslager Valenti444 Brickell Ave Ste 51-187Miami FL 33131temsa@gua.netJAMAICA RIFLE ASSOCIATIONChristopher YappPO Box 692Kingston 8 Jamaicacyappecwjamaica.com78 FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

NROI RANGE OFFICER SEMINAR REQUESTClub or Section NameContact NameAddressCity & StateDaytime Phone numberWe would like to hold a 0 Level 1Preferred dateOther datesSpecial Considerations:Please pnntZip0 Level 2 Range Officer Seminar.Alternate datePlease indicate which level seminaryou would like to schedule.You may schedule both levels ifyou like. Choose at least twodates which are at least threemonths from the time you submityour request. Mail this form toUSPSA Headquarters to the attentionof NROI at PO Box 811,Sedro Woolley WA 98284. NROIwill send you a confirmation ofyour request when it is received.If you would like a particular instructorto teach your seminar,please note it in the Special Considerationssection.You can fax this form to (360) 855-0380 or e-mail the information to lyn-uspsa@sos.netUSPSA MEMBERSHIP APPLICATIONNameAddressCity & StatePlease pnntDaytime PhoneI am applying for the following type of membership. For renewals, notemembership number.0 Annual (U.S.) $ 30.00 El Foreign Annual $ 40.00*0 3-Year (U.S. only) $ 75.00 El Foreign Life $ 600.00*E 5-year (U.S. only) $ 120.00 Ei Benefactor $ 1000.00Life (U.S.) $ 500.00Note: Life and benefactor may be paid in four equal payments over a oneyeartime period. Credentials issued on completion of payment schedule.Visa Mastercard Exp. DateCard #According to the legal requirements of the United States, are you able topurchase and possess firearms? yes noZipI hereby make application to jointhe USPSA under the plan andterms as noted above. I certifythat I will use the skills andknowledge gained inUSPSAII.F'SC practical shootingonly in lawful sporting activitiesand self-defense, and that I willconduct myself in such a manneras not to bring the sport of practicalshooting into disrepute.(Please sign and enclose checkfor the appropriate amount.There will be a $15 servicecharge for all returned checks.)Date 19SignedUNITED STATESMAGI/CAI SNOOtINCIASSOCIATIONUSPSA/IPSCPO Box 811Sedro Woolley WA 98284*Foreign rate applies to memberswith foreign addresses only.May/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT 79

A Zone Bullets 33A&B High Performance Frearms 72Acc-U-Rail West 36Acc-U-Rail 58Action Enterprises 15ADCOInside FrontAFTEC 20Alco Target Company 7Annalite Inc. 74Arntzen Corp 23Arredondo 43Bob Krieger Inc. 4, 65Buchanan Bagworks 71Northwest Challenge 1998Planes, Trains & AutomobilesWashington State IPSC ChampionshipA Team Northwest Productionhosted byRenton Practical ShootersrintiAV&7 Stages, 150-200 Rounds, Open & LimitedLimited to 125 Competitors23-24 May 1998 Prize Table Dravving USPSA SanctionedTrophiesName:Address:City:Phone: __State:E-mail:USPSA#'Zip:USPSA Class: GM M A D U(unclassified shoots for overall placement only)0 Open 0 Limited C Major MinorCI Lady 0 Senior {50+ ) El Junior (

MAJORMATCHES1. Arkansas State Open ChampionshipMay 1-3, 1998Hayden Oliver (501) 888-44482. Area 5 ChampionshipWeirton W.V., May 14-17, 1998Dave Dorisio (304) 723-19193. North Carolina State ChampionshipSouthport, N.C., May 15-17, 1998Tim Timberlake (910) 371-63914. Northern California Section ChampionshipGlobal Shooting Center, Arvin, Calif., May 16-17, 1998Carl Schrnidt (530) 549-3319 e-mail cschmidt@snowcrest.net5. Tennessee State ChampionshipKnoxville, Tenn., May 22-24, 1998Dwight Warren (423) 483-6984 evenings6. Northwest ChallengeRenton, Wash., May 23-24, 1998email vshu@msn.com OR rloo@uswest.com7.0regon IPSC Section ChampionshipEugene, Ore., May 23-24, 1998Monty Millican (541) 689-42668. Area 4 ChampionshipTexarkana, Texas, May 29-31, 1998Keith Milberger (972) 529-12539. Northern Rockies Section ChampionshipMissoula, Mont., June 6, 1998Paul Miner (406) 721-7214 e-mail pminer@bspsc.org10. Long Island IPSC ChampionshipWesthampton Beach, N.Y., June 7, 1998Dave Olsen (516) 587-676711.Area 7 ChampionshipHarvard, Mass., June 12-14, 1998(603) 898-3695 7-10p.m. EST e-mail racegun@hot-shot.com12.West Coast ChampionshipNorco, Calif., June 12-14, 1998JoJo Vidanes (909) 738-824813. Indiana Section ChampionshipJune 12-14, 1998Whit Fisher (317) 578-022214. Area 1 ChampionshipReno, Nev., June 19-21, 1998David Carruthers (702) 883-616115. South Carolina Section ChampionshipGraniteville, S.C., June 19-21, 1998Stan Johnson (803) 648427216. Area 3 ChampionshipRolla, Mo., June 25-28Larry Bullock (573) 634-852917.Colorado Ladies Charity ClassicSteamboat Springs, Colo., June 27, 1998Dianne Nicholl (303) 443-981718.North American ChampionshipBarry, Ill., June 30 - July 3, 1998Russ Cluver (217) 335-2827 Evenings19. Area 8 ChampionshipErie, Pa., July 9-12, 1998Connie (814) 868-692320. Northwest 1911 Single Stack ClassicRedmond, Wash., July 11-12, 1998Dane Burns (425) 391-3202 e-mail rdbums@cnw.comSCHEDULED TOURNAMENTS AND SANCTIONED MATCHES21. AWARE InvitationalAlbany, N.Y., July 15-19, 1998Patricia LeGere (518) 765-483422. Michigan State ChampionshipUtica, Mich., July 17-19, 1998(810) 792-6755 (Press # key to bypass message)23. Arkansas 3-GunLittle Rock, Ark., July 17-19, 1998Wayne Seale (870) 366-446824. Alaska Midnight Sun SectionalAnchorage, Alaska, July 25-26, 1998David Rogers (907) 274-185225.Canadian National ChampionshipHalifax, Nova Scotia, July 31-August 2, 1998Sean Hansen (902) 443-6982 evenings26.Gerogia State ChampionshipCovington, Ga., July 31-August 2, 1998John Harrison (770) 443-9992 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. EST27.Smith and Wesson InvitationalFulton, N.Y., August 13-16, 1998 e-mail PGoloski@flare.netPeter Goloski (315) 568-9803 (6-10:00p.m.)28. Minnesota SectionalFaribault, Minn., Aug. 14-16, 1998Ken Velardi (507) 332-837829.Kentucky State ChampionshipLouisville, Ky., August 15-16, 1998Harry Sublett (502) 543-924730. USPSA 3-Gun NationalsPrinceton, La., Aug. 28-30, 1998R.T. McManus (504) 673-6034 8-10 p.m. Central Time31.Golden Gate ChampionshipRichmond, Calif., Aug. 28-30, 1998Dan Ruff (510) 357-643032.Texas State Open ChampionshipLufkin, Texas, September 5-6, 1998Odie Wheat (409) 637-731833. Columbia Cascade Section ChampionshipPortland Ore., Sept 12-13, 1998Mary Renfrow (503) 775-7939 e-mail chambers@teleport.com34. Limited NationalsBarry, III., Sept. 14-19, 1998USPSA (360) 855-224535.Texas State Limited ChampionshipGraham, Texas, Sept. 25-27, 1998Homer Johnson (940) 846-3353 e-mail homerj@wf.net36.Open NationalsLas Vegas, Nev., Oct. 19-24, 1998USPSA (360) 855-224537. World Shoot XIIPhilippines, Oct. 31 - Nov. 6, 1999May/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT 81

USPSA JUNIOR PROGRAM REGISTRATIONThe United States Practical Shooting Association is working on a number of activitiesfor junior shooters. To be eligible for participation in these activities, juniors must beregistered with the Junior Program. Even if you are not interested in shooting on aNationals team, you may find the other activities of the Junior Program to be of interest.Take this opportunity to register with the program today.Juniors in international competition must be under the age of 21 before December 31 of the year of thematch; Juniors in U.S. matches must be less than 18 on the date of the match. All information providedwill be used for the creation of a Junior program and no other purpose.NameAddressCity, StateZipcodeMail to:USPSA (Junior Program)PO Box 811Sedro Woolley WA 98284PhoneAgeBirth DateUSPSA #Open classLimited classIf you need more information about the Junior program, contactDavid Francis, Junior Program director, at (607) 334-2151 (days),(607) 627-6872 (eves.), or by e-mail at Francisd@norwich.netCALINste open cheCOMatch SponsorsJ'"›/A,.vreRtv f:■ \C3.Hosted by the NPSL, Lufkin, TXTournament Level Match, 300+ rounds!!11 Stages of Run & Gun Courses,NO WIMPY 8-RD. SPEED SHOOTS!!Make checks payable to: NPSLMail to: Odie's Custom614 S. TimberlandLufkin, TX 75901cbtke.coSeptember 5-6, 1998Match Fee: S90, S120 after 8/10STI Contingency Program EventPrize table by overall match finishName USPSA# ClassAddress City State ZipPhone Fax Circle: Major Minor Lady Sr Jr0:6UNITED STATESPRACTICAL SHOOTINGASSOCIATIONFor more information call:Odie Wheat 409-637-7318Cheryl Leck 512-277-338082 FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

INDIANA SECTION CHAMPIONSHIPJUNE 12-14, 1998Seven Stages - 150+ Rounds Class Awards and Full PayoutEntry Fee: Before May 16 - $80.00 After May 16 - $95.00Hot Lunch and Match Shirt IncludedSHOOT ON: Sat. Sun. OPEN LIMITED MAJOR MINORGM M AB C DU Lady Junior Revolver Law Senior(Staff Shoots Friday)NAME:USPSA#:ADDRESS:CITY: STATE: ZIP:Telephone:Shirt Size:Make Checks Payable to: '98 Indiana State Championship, c/oMr. Whit Fischer, 7462 E. Fishers Station Dr., Suite 212, Fishers, IN 46038Telephone: (317) 578-02221998 Harold Barrow Classic(Northern Illinois Championship)July 10-12 Polo,11.We will have the Lions' Club and Boy Scouts11 Stagesback this year to do all of your Taping 8, Steel setting. Over 250 Rnds.If you didn't make it last year...$85 Before Junel5This was an overwhelming hit with everyoneSpecial Added Bonus this year!!!.Big Payout BracketUNITED STATESPRACTICAL SHOOINGASSOCIATIONWO AfterAll CASH Pal/backliṫName: USPSA#: Class: Open: Limited:Address: City: Zip:Match will be shot in one day, please mark your preference: Fri: Sat: Sun:Please make checks payable to: Northern Illinois SectionMail to: Mark Ruschman(Match shirt information will be sent with confirmation letter)16 I 3 Waterford Rd.Any questions please call Nick at 8 I 5-653- I 9 I 5- evenings North Aurora, IL 60542•Big Payout Bracket: Add $.50 to your regular match fee of $85 and put yourself in the "Big Payout." How it works- Ibis is adedicated cash pool. Only the people that pay into this pool and place in a paying position(top 3 overall or in class) are eligibleto get money out of it. The total number of entrants will be divided by the number of entrants that finish in a paying position todetermine prize amount. You will be able to enter up until the day you shoot!!!May/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT 83

1998 MICHIGAN STATE USPSA CHAMPIONSHIPJULY 17, 18, and 19DETROIT SPORTSMEN'S CONGRESS UTICA, MIMATCH FEE: $80.00 BEFORE JUNE 15 AFTER $90.00210 PLUS ROUNDS--9 TO 10 STAGES--ONE DAY--CASH PAYOUTNAME:USPSA#CLASS:ADDRESS: CITY: STATE:ZIP: PHONE: ((CIRCLE ALL THAT APPLY) OPEN LIMITED MAJOR MINORLADY JUNIOR SENIOR LAW CHOOSE ONE: FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAYMATCH T-SHIRTS 515.00 PRE-PA1D ONLY SIZE:SM-XXLCHECKS PAYABLE TO:WILLIAM IKEDA36424 PAYNECLINTON TWP, MI 48035PLEASE SEND ALL SQUAD REQUESTSTOGETHERMATCH INFO: 810-792-6755 PRESS N KEY TO BV-PASS N1ESSAGEMAN-ON-MAN AND SHOTGUN SIDE MATCH (SATURDAY)1998 Georgia State ChampionshipJuly 31st, August 1st & 2nd.7 Cash Awards•,/. Trophies.7 8 Courses of FireStage Awards,Open/Limited+PsMake checks payable to:Georgia State ChampionshipSend to.John Ilarrison - Match Director6417 Stanhrough LaneDallas, GA 30132770-443-9992 (7 - 9 30 PM EST)Name: USPSA #: Class:Address:City:State: Zip:TShirt Ordering Information:T-shirts: SISPolo: S2S (XXL S28)Size Ouantilv PricePhone:fiber:Maj: Min:Open: Limited: L y: Law Enf: Jr: Sr:Entry Fees - Check one and end se your check or money orderBefore July lst: $125.00After July 1st: $175.00No refunds after July 15thSquadding requests must be sent togetherRO's needed!Call John Harrisonfor information!XLXXLPlease indicate size/quanta\and include SS with entry feeUNITED STATES.11.[T1Ck. s.00rmc...L. II..8 FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

Kentucky State ChampionshipAugust 15th and 16th, 1998 at the Hidden Valley F.O.P. rangeApproximately 200 roundsCash Prizes and TrophiesContact:Harry Sublett6324 Hwy 44EShepherdsville,Ky40165Name:Address:City: State: Zip: 502-543-9247Phone # - u.s.p.s.a.#Nlake checks payable to: "The Peaceful Valley Raceguners Association"(Entry Fee: $100.00 Before July lst, S125.00 After)!!!NO REFUND AFTER JULY 1st!!!Circle all that apply: LIMITED OPEN MILITARY POI10E FEMALE JUNIOR SENIORGMMA BCDCIRCLE SHOOT DAY PREFERENCE: SATURDAY SUNDAYSAME ENVELOPE"SQUADDING REQUEST MUST BE SENT IN THE "UNITED STATESAlba< .11. I31,1THE HOME OF PURE SPEED IS BACK!!! WELCOME TO HOSER'S HEAVEN1998 WEST COAST CHAMPIONSHIPMATCH SPONSOR : INFINITYJUNE 12, 13, & 148 RUN AND GUN SELF START STAGES / 300+ ROUNDS2 DAY SHOOTING FORMAT / GREAT PRIZE TABLEGUNS AND FRAME KITS TO CLASS WINNERSLIMITED TO 300 SHOOTERS / USPSA RULESNAME PHONE # USPSAADDRESS CITY STATE ZIPCIRCLE ALL THAT APPLY OPEN LIMITED LAW SINGLE STACK LADY SENIOR JUNIORMAJOR MINOR GM M A BCDU SHOOTING DAYS FRUSAT FRUSUN SAT/SUNENTRY FEE $150 (AFTER MAY 15 S175)SHORT SLEEVED SHIRTS S15 STATE SIZE AND QTY $LONG SLEEVED SHIRTS $20 STATE SIZE AND QTYHATS $15 STATE QTYTOTAL SMAICE CHECKS PAYABLE TO RUNNING GUN IPSC, 2210NORCO DR., NORCO, CA 91760SEND ENTRIES EARLY TO RESERVE PREFFERRED SHOOTING DAYS. FOR MATCH INFOCONTACT JOJO MANES (it 909 738-8248 OR JOHNNY LIM 510 252-9255THIS MATCH IS PART OF THE ST1 & ENTREPRISE ARMS CONTINGENCY PROGRAMMay/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT 85

NORTHERN ROCKIES SECTION2ND ANNUAL SECTION CHAMPIONSHIPSATURDAY, JUNE 6, 1998, MISSOULA, MONTANAPHONE: 406-721-7214 or pminer@bspsc.org6 Challenging Courses - 148 RoundsBanquet Saturday Evening at Jokers Wild CasinoNo Prizes-Trophies for All Classes-Open/LimitedSouvenir CapLimited to First 100 RegistrantsMake checks payable and send to:BSPSC-NRCP.O. Box 2843Missoula MT 59806Name: USPSA#: Class:Address:City: State: ZIP:Phone: Caliber: Major: Minor:Open: Limited: Lady: Law Enf: Junior:Entry Fees - Check one and enclose your check or money orderOn/Before May 23, 1998: $60.00 $15.00 Discount for RO's-Refund after match.After May 23, 1998: $75.00 I will ROExtra Banquet Tickets $15.00 No refunds after May 23, 1998 Squadding requests must be sent together!You are invited to attend the1998 7th Annual Smith & WessonINTERNATIONALREVOLVERWHERE: RENO, NVWHEN: JULY 24-26THCHAMPIONSHIP COST: $125 BEFORE JUNE 1The ONLY revolver exclusive competition to be had. 10 stages combining every aspect of wheelgun shooting: 3go-fast steel events, 3 NRA-style accuracy events, 3 think quick "practicals" and that blankity-blank standardsevent. Plus the most exciting shoot-off you will ever see. We have a handicapping system that lets novicecompete against master! This match will be shot using the Lewis Classification System. Only ICORE memberswill compete for guns. ICORE rules and regulations will be observed. Open, Stock,Carry, L,adies, Jr., Sr., LawEnfr. Find someone who has shot the match, they'll let you know - you don't want to miss it! Send in your name,address and entry fee to: IRC, 2425 Ptarmigan Lane, Colorado Springs, CO 80918. Any questions? Call (719) 262-9377. You may join ICORE before or at the match, $25 membership fee. All ICORE memberships must be currentto compete for guns and guns awarded will be dependent on class participation. No match refunds after May 1,1998. Late entry fee after June 1, 1998: $175.dr86 FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

• Shoot 2 days, 1 day off• (6) Stages, 200+ rounds• 1st 50 entries choosetheir shooting days1998GOLDEN GATE CHAMPIONSHIPAugust 28, 29, &30Richmond Rod & Gun ClubMatch Sponsor: ParaOrdnance• Over $35,000 on the prize table• $5,000+ RO prize table• USPSA SANCTIONED!Name: USPSA #Address:City, State, Zip:Home phoneWork phoneShoot schedule (rank 1, 2, 3): FRI AM / SAT PM FRI PM / SUN AM SAT AM / SUN PMDIVISION: (circle one) OPEN LIMITEDPOWER FACTOR: (circle one) MAJOR MINORUSPSA CLASS:: (circle one) GM M A BCD U; SPECIAL CATEGORY LADY SENIOR (50 & over)Unclassified shooters compete only for overall. There are no class divisions within Lady and Senior categories.If you wish to R.O., circle day & time: Fri. Sat. Sun. ----A.M. P.M.Range Officers will be assigned shifts on first come basis, multiple shifts will not be assigned until 8/1/98.Entry Fee: $150 prior to 7/31/98 & $175 after 8/01/98Banquet Tickets 512 Each Quantity (only 200 available) $Total Amount Enclosed $Call Richmond Courtyard by Marriott for match rate of $75.00. 510-262-0700.No refunds after 8/1/98, all refunds subject to $50.00 administrative fee.Send entry form with fees to: Golden Gate Championship, P.O. Box 6, Livermore, CA 94551-0006For Match information call Dan Ruff, Match Director at 510-357-6430E,Iric."A History of Innovation"THE 1998 USPSA 3-GUN NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPAUGUST 27-30, 1998THE SHOOTOUT RANGE, PRINCETON, LA(app. 10 mi. East of Shreveport, LA)(range officers shoot onTborsday, Aug. 27, match begins Friday, Aug. 28)Open and Limited matches scored separatelySeparate prize tables for Open and Limited12 STAGES, APP. 225 ROUNDS, EVENLY DIVIDEDNAME:ADDRESS:CITY, STATE, ZIP:email:USPSA Classification: GM MA BCDU OPE N LIMITED Maj // minUSPSA NumberRifle: Maj // minSbotgun: Maj // minEntry Fee: $150 (Range Officers $75) Make check payable to: MCC SPECIAL ACCT. Mail check and entry form to:R.T. McManus, Match Director / USPSA 3-Gun Nationals / 18580 Magnolia Est. / Prairieville, LA 70769-3215email: mactiger(4)eatelnet Phone: (504)359 - 1580 daysAll LIMITED Pisiol rules apply. LIMITED Rifle and Shotgun: NO Ports, Comps, Optical sights. Limited Rifles may not have attachedbipods. Only FACTORY flash suppressors (non-constricted) allowed. LIMITED Shotgun magazine capacity restricted to 8 rounds, no speedloadingdevices allowed..May/June 1998 • FRONT SIGHT

1998 CANADIAN NATIONALIPSC CHAMPIONSHIPSJULY 31 AUGUST 2, 1998••■■ I NONNI. I 11111=11111!i!,,To1-11411.E- ToRs20,.. n _ comPEllHosted byIP SCeitIPSC Nova Scotia at theRalph Dunn Range, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada15 Stages • 240+ Rounds • Shooting 2 of 3 Daysi Match Entry Fee $140.00 Canadian or $100.00 U.S. ($180.00 Canadian or $140.00 U.S. after June 15th) :Entry Fee includes Sunday Evening Banquet. Prize Table for all entrants, plus awards in Open and Standard Division to 10th Place. Ii:Circle all that apply: Open Standard Lady Senior Junior Major MinorMail or Fax the form with check or credit card number to:Ii.. 1PSC Nova Scotia 287 Lacewood Drive Unit 103, Box 193 Halifax, Nova ScotiaICanada B3M 3Y7 or Fax# 1-902-454-S570 I_Squadding Preference:'; (if there's someone you vrant to shoot with, piease send all enthes at the same time.) Entry Fee (as above) $ iI.-Name:Tel:Extra Banquet ticket $25 $ ;II T- Shirt (state size & qty.) $15 $ ".:Address:City:Golf Shirt (state size & qty.)$25_$II''i Prov. or State: Postal Code or Zip: TOTAL$ 1 .-.- Visa MasterCard E Amex El Cheque 111 ;1 For more information call Fred Hansen @ (902) 455-0411 days or I!No.Sean Hansen @ (902) 443-6982 nights.Exp. Date •..SignatureIllmsliimmgismill.■ 11■12■ 181.1•18■11■Blomilli ■ 131■ 21 ■11141■ 1111■ Isimingomolomos......11■16■CI:I.II1998 SOUTH CAROLINA SECTIONUSPSA CHAMPIONSHIPJUNE 19, 20 and 21 at STRAIGT SHOOTERS RANGE in GRANITEVILLE, SC.7 Stages, over 150 rounds, with a BUFFET on Saturday after the match.Match Fee before May 22, 1998 will be $100: after May 22, $125NAME:MAJOR/minor LIMITED/OPEN CLASSUSPSA#:LADY SENIOR LAW JUNIORADDRESS.CITY: STATE: ZIP-This will be a cash payback match with prizes per number in class. Both OPEN and LIMITEDdivisions will be recognized. RO's are needed and will shoot Friday at no cost. Contact Stan at803-663-6454. The Host Hotel will be the RAMADA INN at I-20 in Aiken SC, phone 803-648-4272. Extra buffet tickets are $10 and are available at the range. T-shirts available at match.Send to: Straight Shooters324 Fields Cemetery Rd.Graniteville SC 29829as FRONT SIGHT • May/June 1998

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