Safety query for a competition format

[Chapuis]

That's a hell of a lot of rounds for a so called hunting competition. Most stalker or hunters tests are in strings of three rounds at most because in most countries magazines for hunting are restricted in size. Don't forget also that many stalking or sporting rifles have floorplate magazines and not detachable high capacity magazines. Sporting rifles also have lighter barrels generally not intended for firing large numbers of rounds in rapid succession.

I think the course of fire you have there is more of a military shoot rather than a sporting competion or hunters test.

As regards safety I don't see any issues with safety as the rifle is already loaded and on the ground.

I've shot a few sporting or hunters tests in the past and a typical course of fire would be;
2 rnds prone.
2 rnds sitting.
2 rnds kneeling.
2 rnds standing.
2 rnds from a bench or simulated high seat.

Total of 10 rounds all at 100 metres. All shots to be taken without hesitation and you are not allowed to lower the rifle and start again once shouldered. The target is normally a Roe target and the competition is often refered to as The Scandinavian Hunters Test.

[Chapuis]

Ovenpaa I picked up on your thread on the Stalking Directory - so the rifles that you intend to use are what the Scandinavians refer to as "Out of Season" rifles. Not true sporters as we know them but heavy barreled target rifles for sporting style competition and keeping your hand in when you are unable to use your big game rifles.

[Robin128]

Target rifles are not ideal for hunting unless you have a 7' friend to lug it for you...and there are not too many of those about!

:lol:

[dodgyrog]

OK I see where your safety concerns are , its can people hit the target or not , I take it you have never been to a Lee Efield shoot where they do the mad minute , that involves firing as many rounds as possible in a minute . Ranges have been doing that up and down the country for decades . Should a round go over the butts it should still be safe in the fall out zone .

Dave

NOT SO. The REDUCED range danger area is to catch ricochets not high shots.
Rounds lobbed over the bullet catcher can (will) exit the danger area if at sufficient elevation.
That said I see no problem at all with the competition. I would suggest you study UKPSA rules for practical rifle - they might help.
One to one range officering would be essential, I believe.
I'd be up for the comp.

[ovenpaa]

Ovenpaa I picked up on your thread on the Stalking Directory - so the rifles that you intend to use are what the Scandinavians refer to as "Out of Season" rifles. Not true sporters as we know them but heavy barreled target rifles for sporting style competition and keeping your hand in when you are unable to use your big game rifles.

Yes exactly for that purpose however they do get used for true hunting from time to time.

The rifle is probably closest to a 300m target rifle in concept however weight wise it should scrape in at under 10lbs/4.5kgs all in, so a bit of a lump but still usable. It can be supported either by Biathlon or conventional sling so is easy enough to walk around between points, most of which are in the forest but all under 1km apart.

The reason for the additional weight is the stock shape and the barrel required for the course of fire. It is not unusual to see 35 rounds fired in as many minutes hence the need for the heavier barrel.