May Rimfire Match

[Maverick223]

Looks like that new rifle did pretty well, I'd not complain anyway.

 

[Orlando]

Well Maverick, I blew off work early and got to the range for a hour. Conditions were cloudy with cross winds as I was finishing up the last target
Mossberg 44 ,prone with sling 25yds, Sporting class

Target Class:

Dont have a scoped rifle but thought I would give those guys a run for their money. Shot these at 50yds Iron sights


Shot top target first and yes that is all 3rds in the same hole!
Walked down and looked and couldnt belive it myself.
Cross winds started picking up and didnt do so well on the bottom target


Wish I had more time to shoot again but thats all I will have time for this month
Really enjoyed shooting 50yds Iron sight. Maybe have a class for it next month?
If so remember we need a target you can see at those distances

 

[Orlando]

Score them for me will ya Maverick?

 

[Maverick223]

Score them for me will ya Maverick?

Looks like a 60 & 58 respectively for the 25yd targets and 59 for the 50yd target. Sound about right?

Great shooting, especially on that "scoped" target. I'll count it unless there are any objections (I can't think of one good reason to disqualify someone for using "inferior" equipment). You aught'a get a bonus.

 

[mickeydim468]

Hey guys,

Sorry I haven't been back for a while. I've had some medical issues. I hope to be able to try these before the end of the month.

I have also been busy working on another rifle stock for my Weatherby Vanguard in .243 Win. It is coming along nicely so far.

I really need to save up for a nice .22lr/.22Mag. that will accept a scope and keep it zeroed once you set it. My old tired eyes are getting so I can't see the target at 25 yds, say nothing about finding the center. What would you guys recommend for such a rifle, just for plinking and maybe some squirrel hunting? I have not even looked at this point. I would guess I wouldn't want to spend very much on it either. The firearm budget has popped already, but there is always a way to squeeze a little extra out of something!

Mike

 

[Maverick223]

What would you guys recommend for such a rifle, just for plinking and maybe some squirrel hunting?

I would strongly recommend a Savage Mk. II bolt action .22LR. Inexpensive, accurate, easily scoped...what's not to love? If you want a semi the Marlin M-60 is hard to beat for the money, and shoots pretty well straight out of the box (unlike the average 10/22). Spend your savings on really good glass to plop atop it. Something like a Sightron S-I/II or a Vortex Diamondback/Viper would be a good start.

 

[mickeydim468]

Now would either of these keep me out of the sporting class? I am no professional here Mav! LOL

 

[Maverick223]

Now would either of these keep me out of the sporting class? I am no professional here Mav! LOL

Not at all, just as long as you limit your magnification on the optics (it can go up as high as you like, just set it 10x or below for the match). I believe these are just the type of rifles that you are looking for...a good value, accurate, reliable, easily scoped, fairly lightweight, et cetera.

 

[mickeydim468]

Thanks Mav,

I looked up that Marlin M60 and boy, that is a nice one. I think I already have a scope laying around here, from when I was trying to scope my Nylon 66. I like the repeater style semi-auto rifles. Are they all inherently less accurate? If so, maybe I should go for a bolty then! what do you think would be better. How many rounds can you put in a clip on these things? My Nylon 66 holds 14 plus 1 in chamber. I like that.

Mike

 

[Maverick223]

Are they all inherently less accurate?

I find the Savage to be the most accurate "out of box" .22LR for the money, but the Marlin M-60 isn't far behind and is top of the totem pole for a semi without modifications.

what do you think would be better.

Personally, I like a bolt gun a little better...but perhaps that is because I am looking to get a Savage 93R17TRR (basically the target version of the long action/.17HMR Mk. II) and already have several semi-auto rimfires.

How many rounds can you put in a clip on these things

The M-60 holds either 14 or 18 rounds in the tube (though there is a detachable box magazine version, the 795 which holds 10 IIRC) depending upon manufacture date. The new ones are 14+1 rnds. The Mk. II holds 5 or 10 rounds depending upon the magazine. I prefer the shorter 5 round ones for most shooting.

 

[mickeydim468]

Well that M-60 sounds like just what I am looking for.

Has anyone seen the Sako Quad package? If so, can you comment on that one?

Thanks!

Mike

 

[Maverick223]

Has anyone seen the Sako Quad package? If so, can you comment on that one?

I haven't seen one, and haven't heard anything bad about them, but just remember that you will have to re-sight your optics for each cartridge. Add in the fact that it is uber-expensive (can easily buy 4 good rifles with glass for the price) and it doesn't really appeal to me.

 

[Orlando]

If you want a inexpensive , accurate rifle keep a look out at gunshows etc for a Mossberg 44
They are a clip feed bolt action rifle
I really like mine

 

[mickeydim468]

Thanks guys! I appreciate it a lot!

Mike

 

[P51D]

Here's an entry that I think will either be a 60 or a 55, depending on how Mav scores one in the "X" ring. This was shot with a CZ 452, Weaver 3-9 scope, and SK Standard Plus ammo. 50 yds, from a bench with sandbags.

P51D

 

[Maverick223]

I think you squeezed in a 60.

 

[P51D]

Well put, Mav! P51D

 

[AStone]

I haven't followed this match as closely as I'd like to. In the long process of closing a bidness and moving - gonna be a long while before I'm settled, but hopefully even before then, I'll have some more time to shoot. We'll see.

But, just wanted to chime in and say this has been an interesting process. I like the idea of posting targets to the thread for scoring rather than having to go through the whole s...n...a...i...l mail thing.

And it appears there's such good camaraderie in the process.

Nice job, everyone. I'll watch with interest for final scores.

Nem

 

[Maverick223]

Whether shootin' or scootin' it is good to have you around, Nem. I appreciate you spreading the word in the Marlin-39 Club too. There will be many a match to come, take time to sort out your business and join in when you can.

 

[AStone]

Thanks, Mav. Will do.

 

[dubbleA]

Been busier than one armed painter lately but managed to squeeze some time in today.




50 yard Target Class.... .17cal/ Anschutz/Zeiss/Rest
Shot a few of these, seems that there was always one shot that didnt want to join the others. I gave up, maybe I'll get another chance to shoot.

70pts

 

[Maverick223]

Givin' us mere mortals a shot, huh? Good shooting as always, dubbleA. By the way, where is Mr. Cooper...just felt like taking Annie out for a date?

 

[JoeMal]

Here is my submission...I know it's prolly not a winner but I gave it a shot. I'm a nub. Only made two attempts

Iron sights, 25 yards, sitting w/ rifle rested on a towel

 

[Maverick223]

Welcome to the match, Joe. I think you shorted yourself a few points. Appears to be 25+26=51 to me.

 

[JoeMal]

So if you touch the ring you get the higher point value?