York Rifleman Fall Garand Match

I brought my Garand to the other side of the Susquehanna to shoot at York Rifleman’s fall JCG match. This was the second time I attended a match here. These folks really run a great match I am glad they decided to have a fall match.

The weather held out it stayed in the mid 60’s with just a very brief drizzle. Much larger turn out as opposed to the spring match. There were 4 relays with 8 positions it was nice to have 2 people on each target in the pits opposed to pulling solo.

I have been really struggling with my prone position. I’m not sure why I have picked up this problem, despite doing some dry fire practice in the hotel the night before. I need more dry firing and more range time. If only I had more time.

Anyway enough about my excuses. Here are some pictures I took at the match.

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The issue ammo was lake city 69 but my bandolier was marked 1955. I thought that was neat.

August Garand match

First “Home” match since perry. I lost a few more misses then I would like to admit on off-hand. Breaking at the wrong time, getting lazy with my stance all contributed.

I will spend some time dry firing between now and the next match. I still don’t feel great about my cheek wield and would like to make some adjustments to my sling.

First Trip to Camp Perry

I’m back from my first trip to Perry and I’m very glad I made the trip. As I mentioned in my first post I signed up for the afternoon matches for vintage military on friday and John C. Garand on Saturday.

I had trouble with my 1917 which cost me posting a reasonable score. However I made it up on Saturday breaking my personal record by 7 points. I met some great folks and picked up some helpful tips. I’m excited For next year. I am going to try and chase a bronze medal next year.

I’ll do a full AAR in my next post.

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