So, it looks as though i'm going to be free Sunday morning to spend some time at the range. I notice that there are three separate disciplines that day, Shotgun from 9am-2pm, Black Powder from 9a-12p, and the Steel Match from 9am-4pm.

 

 

I am not really equipped at the moment to participate in the steel match since I only have my two rugers (Mkiii and P95) and only two mags for each gun.

 

However, if I wanted to observe, would it be appropriate to observe all three disciplines on Sunday? How long do you usually have to spend with the group to a) satisfy the club requirement for probationary period and b) get a taste for what the discipline is all about.

 

Any thoughts or advice would be most appreciated.

 

-James

When I did my "observing" during my probationary period, I stayed long enough to get the authorized officer to sign my sheet. That was anywhere from half an hour to staying for a couple of hours. What's important is that you understand the discipline and ask all the questions you have should you want to participate.

Even if you dont shoot steel, stop by and say hi. We usually have a NJGF squad shooting. Ill be one of the RO's

 

Henry

Henry, I will be sure to come by and introduce myself. I'm planning on spending the morning there regardless to observe the events. I'd love to shoot, but I just don't have the mags.

Bring your MKIII and ammo in time for the steel match. That's a pretty popular gun and you might be able to get a loaner.

 

Henry

 

Just started the sunday steel thread here http://njgunforums.com/forum/index.php?/topic/36971-old-bridge-sunday-steel-617/page__pid__493440#entry493440

Edited June 12, 201214 yr by East Brunswick Sportsman

Like Henry said, it's a popular gun and look for the NJGF squad before the match, someone might be able to help you out. Don't even need a holster or mag holders for the steel matches.

So, it looks as though i'm going to be free Sunday morning to spend some time at the range. I notice that there are three separate disciplines that day, Shotgun from 9am-2pm, Black Powder from 9a-12p, and the Steel Match from 9am-4pm.

 

 

I am not really equipped at the moment to participate in the steel match since I only have my two rugers (Mkiii and P95) and only two mags for each gun.

 

However, if I wanted to observe, would it be appropriate to observe all three disciplines on Sunday? How long do you usually have to spend with the group to a) satisfy the club requirement for probationary period and b) get a taste for what the discipline is all about.

 

Any thoughts or advice would be most appreciated.

 

-James

 

Someone may have the same gun (Rugers are very popular), so bring it and a couple hundred rounds of ammo that it likes. Borrow some mags from another member, bring a couple cold waters in a cooler to share and make some new friends. As Henry said it's a popular model, and i can quote Harry, "I should have shown-up with my Gun" instead of observing.

 

These "Observations" aren't written in stone......you can actually do as a lot of us did and PARTICIPATE in all FIVE! The idea of observation is to get you somewhat familiar with what the Leagues are doing, and affords you the opportunity to ask questions. But IF you can shoot the discipline with some loaned equipment, it's a lot more fun than sitting on the sidelines and watching, and you learn more by DOING anyway! The whole point is to get you "into the groove" and expose you to our beginner-friendly Leagues. The folks that R-O the Leagues require only basic safety equipment and that you employ common-sense safety rules (the 180*, don't "sweep" anybody, listen to the R-O's range commands, etc.). They don't expect you to actually be competitive, just safe and open to instruction so you have a great time. That's why folks here always suggest to "just shoot them" instead of observing.

 

Since you have six months to complete the paperwork, it's not necessary to try to do everything in a single day. You can always visit Black Powder League another time and we can pre-arrange for you to "borrow" all of the supplies you'll need to shoot our Black Powder Match! Several of our members have extra supplies and are more than willing to share them to get a Newbie infected, lol!

 

That's the kind of Club you just joined! We're all "Brothers in Arms", so come-on out and shoot with us!

 

Dave