Benchrest BillM’s Sept. 2026 X-Shot: competitor perspectives

[Billm]

Should I redo my targets? Not a big deal for me, I did technically shoot them (Friday) before the comp officially started.

You’re the Referee, so make the call .

If you’d shot 995, 25X, I’d be screaming: shoot em again

 

[FL22]

I didn’t make it a rule and so as of now you can do whichever you like. Personally, I’m approaching it the way I explained. In all honesty, there are only a few of us that already had the targets. This is a good example of why getting shooters to actually discuss the rules would be really helpful. I say let shooters do whatever they like for this event and then as we get further into September, discuss how we want to progress. What I’m trying to head off is somebody like me that can shoot every day, from shooting fifty targets in September and then cherry picking some of those targets for future events.
Back to your question: it’s up to you, personally Anything shot in the last few days is ok by me. If everyone that enters this event finishes early and we want to do it again, we can end it and start a new one.

I think for this one, just let it go. Next time I will do my very best to contain my enthusiasm .

If you’d shot 995, 25X, I’d be screaming: shoot em again

I hate to say it, but a score like that from me would require video footage .

 

[Bill_D]

I would like to see the score cards filled out with Gun Model, Ammo, Indoor/Outdoor

 

[Billm]

I would like to see the score cards filled out with Gun Model, Ammo, Indoor/Outdoor

I try to do that with mine. That way everyone can look at my scores and see what not to do.

 

[duchunter007]

I tried to treat it like an actual event. I grabbed four cards when it was time, the only caveat was that I did believe the wind was reasonably favorable and not raining.

To me, the integrity issue is a moot point. I don’t see it as I am competing against anyone else but myself with the best possible score of a 250/25X.

Because I’m not shooting in the conditions and environment you are and you’re not shooting in mine, true comparison imo are difficult.

Basically, the goals are simple, improve my skills, enjoy the camaraderie of the community and if possible have a laugh.

I 100% agree!
I feel like I should just go shoot and not worry about whether it's too windy or stormy, as I can tell you, when you are at a competition, you have to shoot what Mother Nature gives!

 

[duchunter007]

I am just shooting against myself, but it is fun to see how everyone is doing so far, and I am enjoying it.
Until @Soren Drost shows up.
Just proves I need to show down and concentrate

 

[Soren Drost]

I am just shooting against myself, but it is fun to see how everyone is doing so far, and I am enjoying it.
Until @Soren Drost shows up.

Just proves I need to show down and concentrate

We will see what happens -first target will be this coming weekend

Thinking about shooting different rifles

Are slugs allowed or is it only pellets ???

 

[Solo1]

We will see what happens -first target will be this coming weekend

Thinking about shooting different rifles

Are slugs allowed or is it only pellets ???

Yes slugs are allowed

 

[BenjeneerJohn]

Soren I was thinking I should shoot some different rifles as well. I am thinking 2X Gen 3 Marauders, BSA R12 and FX King.

John

 

[duchunter007]

We will see what happens -first target will be this coming weekend

Thinking about shooting different rifles

Are slugs allowed or is it only pellets ???

I am looking forward to seeing what you shoot!! I enjoy your shooting as you shoot very well!

 

[Billm]

Yes, the Panthera MKiII with Bull barrel arrives tomorrow with what they told me now has an extreme spread of 10. I’m either going to be elated and shooting a card with it, or pouting and putting it away lol.

 

[Billm]

I gave up trying to fix the Sonoran, I think the linkage and/or the pellet probe is the issue. It should arrive at AOA Thursday. Maybe I’ll try the Alpha for a card- that would be a challenge.

 

[FL22]

I gave up trying to fix the Sonoran, I think the linkage and/or the pellet probe is the issue. It should arrive at AOA Thursday. Maybe I’ll try the Alpha for a card- that would be a challenge.

Next challenge I vote for one card shot with a springer at 25y… no springer??? Take the 250 point loss, lol let the begin.

That’s better than the guy with no PCP and a 750 point loss, have to keep it fair and balanced after all .

 

[Billm]

Next challenge I vote for one card shot with a springer at 25y… no springer??? Take the 250 point loss, lol let the begin.

That’s better than the guy with no PCP and a 750 point loss, have to keep it fair and balanced after all .

Well, i don’t think we should leave springers and or pumpers out. I’m thinking of starting a competition them., if they’re interested.

 

[Solo1]

Why not bring them in here perhaps let them shoot 35 instead of 50?

 

[Billm]

Why not bring them in here perhaps let them shoot 35 instead of 50?

That’s fine by me. I thought @PapaT was going to do that anyway

 

[Bill_D]

Well, i don’t think we should leave springers and or pumpers out. I’m thinking of starting a competition them., if they’re interested.

I like that idea - make me pull my Springer out of the closet and shoot it

 

[Bill_D]

My dilemma for BR - I don't have anyway to shoot 50 yrds at home 44.5 is as far as I can get. So the choice is going to the range and pay $20 hr or my friends place that's an hour away which probably not going to happen at least most of the time.
I am not a Benchrest guy anyway so I'll be shooting AAFTA Hunter style (stool and sticks) 20 FPE at 44.5 yrds. I'll mark all that on the card so its not confused with the 50yrd targets.

 

[Billm]

My dilemma for BR - I don't have anyway to shoot 50 yrds at home 44.5 is as far as I can get. So the choice is going to the range and pay $20 hr or my friends place that's an hour away which probably not going to happen at least most of the time.
I am not a Benchrest guy anyway so I'll be shooting AAFTA Hunter style (stool and sticks) 20 FPE at 44.5 yrds. I'll mark all that on the card so its not confused with the 50yrd targets.

That’s totally ok. As you stated, just mark it on the target what you did.

 

[PapaT]

That’s fine by me. I thought @PapaT was going to do that anyway

Jokes on you, I was going to shoot my pumper(s) at 50.