Organized tachtical shooting?

[Michigan Joe]

Once again, forgive the newbie in me, but do they hold tactical shoots similar to skeet and trap shoots?  Or just what does everyone do to rationalize why they need that new gun or accessory?

The other day I was thinking that I'd probably be classified as one of the world's largest arms dealer if I would have had the sense to spend the same amount on guns as my wife spent on shoes during our marriage. Just think if you would have made that deal before you got married!  And guns look exactly the same after 30 or 40 years, whereas, ... well, you know.

[techmike]

Or just what does everyone do to rationalize why they need that new gun or accessory?

Rationalize?? Need?? What is this you speak of?  :confused: ;D

Actually, talk to Asmurf - I think he is involved in some .22 tac shoots where he lives. They sound like fun.

TM

[asmurff]

The gun club I belong to has a monthly Tactical .22 Match. We started last July and till now we've done rifles only, but starting this month we're going to do pistols also. It is sort of IDPA for .22s, we aren't affilated with any natonal group, but one you might want to check on is "Ruger Rimfire"

We keep score, but we are more out there for fun. I shoot a 10/22 with an ATI stock and a BEC scope, I probably won't win any competitions but it has improved my shooting.

Another advantage is you get to see how different .22s handle and shoot.

Future plans may include longer range .22 sniping  :grin:

[DNR]

I think if Clubs do not know about  or offer Tactical training for civilans - we should form our own clubs. A gun range or gun club might give more exception to a group of shooters than one individual.

It is not hard to set ground rules, and even membership. It can't be monopolized, as it will be made from local shooters.

I agree- the hardest thing - is finding a place that respects a tactical shooter - to allow some double taps, some target arrangements (el presidente', low light, fast reloads, etc) Many gun ranges have placed strict rules for shooting thanks to the dumbasses playing with guns - while the rest of us were trying to train. Single round loads in magazines, one shot per second/or 5!, Standing position only, no fast reloads, and limited target arrangements.

I would pay more to be a part of a tactical gun club.

DNR

[asmurff]

I guess private clubs may have more latitude at what they allow. Everyone has to go through the NRA Basic Pistol course when they become a member for the safety and insurance reasons. Our club has IDPA, Cowboy Action, Tactical .22. At a guess I'd think it would be better if you kept it just local so you don't have to worry about meeting someone else's standards.

I'm lucky I live 1 county away from where the Ruger Rimfire holds their regional annual match, which I plan on attending this year. Open prize table and 2 days of shooting (1 rifle, 1 pistol) and a huge BBQ lunch both days.