 The
sport of Fullbore target rifle shooting was originally
designed to encourage skill development and knowledge of shooting
in general. Today we use single-shot, bolt action centre-fire
rifles which are very accurate.
Today's participants
include both men and women of all ages from all
walks of life and allows both purpose-built target rifles,
'scoped rifles, "free" class rifles
and "match" rifles.
Individual competitions
are held at all levels in each class, from the Saturday
afternoon Club shoot, to local prize meetings to state "Queens"
and overseas events.
Team competitions
are held for Club pennant teams and district, state and
national teams.
The most popular
calibre is .308 ( 7.62mm ) which in the hands of
the best shots can achieve group sizes of less than 2 minutes
of angle over distances between 300 and 900 metres, but
the 5.56mm calibre is also competitive and is preferred
by some shooters.
Once the fundamentals
are learned, much of the challenge is mental discipline
and "reading" the effects of wind and light. At
distances up to 900 metres, this can be quite a challenge!
Shooting is carried
out under national standard rules which ensure
safety on the range and fair competition.
"As with any sport
you cannot be sure if you like it until you try it a few
times."
You will not need
any equipment to try this the sport.
If
you would like to try then please do not hesitate to contact
your nearest club
or the Victorian Rifle Association
on phone 03 5449 3153, fax 03 5449
3954, email admin@vra.asn.au or post PO Box 5078 Bendigo East Vic 3550. |
