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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