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Element .22 Benchrest 3/19/2022
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Here are the rules for Factory Class.
8.4. Factory Class
8.4.1. Rifles
8.4.1.1. Any magazine or tube fed rifle in production that is readily available and produced in quantities greater than 500 with MSRP of LESS than $1000.00 or is included on the ARA approved factory rifle list.
8.4.1.2. Ammunition does not need to be fed from the magazine. Competitors may load the ammunition one round at a time.
8.4.1.3. Any optic is allowable and may be attached to the rifle as originally designed by the manufacturer.
8.4.1.4. No modifications to the firearm or stock are permitted except those specifically listed outlined below.
8.4.1.4.1. Trigger mechanism may be modified or replaced completely but must always function safely.
8.4.1.4.2. Re-crowning of barrel is permitted.
8.4.1.4.3. Any bipod is permitted and may be attached to the stock. A rail may be added to the stock solely for the purpose of attaching a bipod. If the rail is wider than a standard picatinny rail (~1”) it must be removed if not using a bipod.
8.4.1.4.4. The rifle may be glass and pillar bedded to the stock; but must be removable from the stock. Only modifications for inletting are allowed to the stock.
8.4.1.4.5. The butt of the stock may be shortened or lengthened to adjust for Length of Pull. The swivel studs may be removed. The butt plate may be replaced but must conform to the original shape of the stock and not extend past the edges of the butt of the gun.
8.4.1.4.6. Non-permanent comb changes such as stock sock or padding may be used.
8.4.1.4.7. Individual small stickers may be placed on the stock, no wraps are allowed.
8.4.1.4.8. Replacement of the following factory hardware is allowed: Bolt Knob, Butt Plate (see 8.4.1.4.5), Action Screws.
8.4.1.4.9. Replacement of a broken firing pin or firing pin spring must be made using parts from the Original Equipment Manufacturer.
8.4.1.4.10. Factory original sights attached to the rifle may be removed to allow for mounting the scope.
8.4.1.4.11. No attachments to the barrel such as a tuner are allowed. A thread protector may be attached solely for the purpose of protecting the threads and must be flush with the end of the barrel. A rifle that comes from the factory with a muzzle brake must have the muzzle brake removed.
8.4.1.4.12. No other modifications to the rifle are allowed including but not limited to re-chambering barrel, adding weight to stock, adding attachments to the barrel such as a tuner, adding attachments to the stock such as a plate to the forearm or cheek riser to the stock, and painting the stock.
8.4.2. Rests
8.4.2.1. One-Piece rests are strictly prohibited. The front and rear rest may not be attached to each other in any manner. Both the front and rear rest may not be attached to the stock at the same time.
8.4.2.2. Two-Piece rests are allowed.
8.4.2.3. Bipods are allowed.
8.4. Factory Class
8.4.1. Rifles
8.4.1.1. Any magazine or tube fed rifle in production that is readily available and produced in quantities greater than 500 with MSRP of LESS than $1000.00 or is included on the ARA approved factory rifle list.
8.4.1.2. Ammunition does not need to be fed from the magazine. Competitors may load the ammunition one round at a time.
8.4.1.3. Any optic is allowable and may be attached to the rifle as originally designed by the manufacturer.
8.4.1.4. No modifications to the firearm or stock are permitted except those specifically listed outlined below.
8.4.1.4.1. Trigger mechanism may be modified or replaced completely but must always function safely.
8.4.1.4.2. Re-crowning of barrel is permitted.
8.4.1.4.3. Any bipod is permitted and may be attached to the stock. A rail may be added to the stock solely for the purpose of attaching a bipod. If the rail is wider than a standard picatinny rail (~1”) it must be removed if not using a bipod.
8.4.1.4.4. The rifle may be glass and pillar bedded to the stock; but must be removable from the stock. Only modifications for inletting are allowed to the stock.
8.4.1.4.5. The butt of the stock may be shortened or lengthened to adjust for Length of Pull. The swivel studs may be removed. The butt plate may be replaced but must conform to the original shape of the stock and not extend past the edges of the butt of the gun.
8.4.1.4.6. Non-permanent comb changes such as stock sock or padding may be used.
8.4.1.4.7. Individual small stickers may be placed on the stock, no wraps are allowed.
8.4.1.4.8. Replacement of the following factory hardware is allowed: Bolt Knob, Butt Plate (see 8.4.1.4.5), Action Screws.
8.4.1.4.9. Replacement of a broken firing pin or firing pin spring must be made using parts from the Original Equipment Manufacturer.
8.4.1.4.10. Factory original sights attached to the rifle may be removed to allow for mounting the scope.
8.4.1.4.11. No attachments to the barrel such as a tuner are allowed. A thread protector may be attached solely for the purpose of protecting the threads and must be flush with the end of the barrel. A rifle that comes from the factory with a muzzle brake must have the muzzle brake removed.
8.4.1.4.12. No other modifications to the rifle are allowed including but not limited to re-chambering barrel, adding weight to stock, adding attachments to the barrel such as a tuner, adding attachments to the stock such as a plate to the forearm or cheek riser to the stock, and painting the stock.
8.4.2. Rests
8.4.2.1. One-Piece rests are strictly prohibited. The front and rear rest may not be attached to each other in any manner. Both the front and rear rest may not be attached to the stock at the same time.
8.4.2.2. Two-Piece rests are allowed.
8.4.2.3. Bipods are allowed.
Oh man, she is a beauty! That wood finish looks great. You have time to practice before the 19 March match, better get busy. LOL What is the max magnification on your scope?I've never fired a round through it...guess that's about to change. LOL!!!
ALCON, message from Lee Brown (Match Director) - T
Benchrest Shooters,
This message is to announce another ARA .22 rimfire benchrest match at Element Training Complex in Holt. This match is scheduled to be held on the 3rd Saturday of every month and will NOT interfere with the current ERGC match on the 4th Saturday of every month.
First match at Holt will be March 19th and will be limited to 20 shooters only and 2 targets. Fee is $25 payable at the pro shop when you arrive then proceed to the 100 yard range for setup and bench assignment. Gates open at 8am and we hope to have first shots downrange by 9am.
This is an introductory match to gauge interest. If all goes well, future matches will increase the number of shooters, relays and targets. Match fee will not increase and might even decrease.
Pre-registration is required as always at the link below.
https://practiscore.com/22-benchrest/register
Hope to see you there.
___________
Lee E. Brown
Benchrest Shooters,
This message is to announce another ARA .22 rimfire benchrest match at Element Training Complex in Holt. This match is scheduled to be held on the 3rd Saturday of every month and will NOT interfere with the current ERGC match on the 4th Saturday of every month.
First match at Holt will be March 19th and will be limited to 20 shooters only and 2 targets. Fee is $25 payable at the pro shop when you arrive then proceed to the 100 yard range for setup and bench assignment. Gates open at 8am and we hope to have first shots downrange by 9am.
This is an introductory match to gauge interest. If all goes well, future matches will increase the number of shooters, relays and targets. Match fee will not increase and might even decrease.
Pre-registration is required as always at the link below.
https://practiscore.com/22-benchrest/register
Hope to see you there.
___________
Lee E. Brown
Capt. Dave
Marksman
Most of the unlimited class shooters use x42 or higher.16X...DANG!!!!! We trying to split a knats arse or what??? LOL!!!
Thanks for the heads up.
I highly recommend that you use the most magnification you have or can get on your scope. A nickel sized bullseye is very small at 50 yards. It is not uncommon in this discipline to shoot scopes with 40, 50 or 60x scopes. You don't need super expensive scopes with high end glass, you just need high power.
You also need the best ammo you can get, preferably sub-sonic. Check out RWS and ELEY. High end ammo is also high cost ammo but very consistent and accurate. Not uncommon to pay $20 for a box of 50.
Lastly, you need good rests, front and rear, or a bipod front. Adjustable screw type front rests that can make small adjustments are best. Rabbit eared rear rest works well.
You also need the best ammo you can get, preferably sub-sonic. Check out RWS and ELEY. High end ammo is also high cost ammo but very consistent and accurate. Not uncommon to pay $20 for a box of 50.
Lastly, you need good rests, front and rear, or a bipod front. Adjustable screw type front rests that can make small adjustments are best. Rabbit eared rear rest works well.
Capt. Dave
Marksman
Champions Choice.com and ANSHUTZ North America both have large quantities in stock of RWS 50.
Actually, I'm very good at it and did search and found it after I posted here. Just wanted to make sure others looking at this thread knew that "Champions Choice.com" is not a place to find ammo...
Capt. Dave
Marksman
Sorry, should have just posted the link instead of typing it in.
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