338 Lapua Match, Raton NM

[Hoser]

3-4 times a year there will be a long range rifle match at the NRA Whittington Center in Raton NM.

In a nutshell, you shoot at steel targets that range in size from 12-18 inches from 700-2200 yards. You have two chances to hit each target. First round hits are worth full value and second round hits are worth half value. Minimum total round count for the match is 24 and the max is 48.

Many congrats to Big Chuck for winning the first match. The next match is the Sunday following the July Pueblo Prairie Dog match.

More info is here. http://sportingriflematch.com/magnum.php

 

[MtnCreek]

It looks like some of the rifles are based off of Rem 700 actions. Does the use of a 700 action limit the .338 Lapua in any way?
Thanks!

 

[Hoser]

They may look like R-700 actions, but they are actually clones beefed up for the 338 family.

Actions like the Stiller TAC338 were the norm when it came to R-700 clones.

 

[1stmarine]

Oh man.... It looks like a lot of fun. Too bad one could not be there.
Awesome place ...and rifles!