3 GuN Matches - what do I need?

[pmt]

I've been shooting IPSC for a few years so I'm all set for handgun. I now have a black shotgun (870 express) and a black rifle (Collt HBAR). What do I need to play?

• sling for each long gun?
• # of mags for AR required for a typical match? I have 4 of the 20/5, and 5 of LAR-15 so I'm thinking I'm OK there.
• Typical am't of rifle ammo for a match?
• Size & # of rounds for shotgun?
• AR mag pouches on belt?
• How do you carry shotgun ammo. I have a extension tube so I've got 7+1 on board.
• Side saddle for shotgun - other options?

I'm in S Ont. so will probably try to attend 3 gun at EESA, or maybe Sharon or Barrie this summer.

Any advice/tips/hints are appreciated.

Thx.

 

[John in B.C.]

"3 Gum Matches - what do I need?" ??

I suggest HubbaBubba, Trident and Excel to start...once you try it you can figure out what you really need. And always remember - don't swallow - gum is not food!


LOL...sorry I couldn't resist

 

[Ishootguns]

I picked up some ATS single short M4 mag shingle from One shot tactical. They are the only way to go for the LAR 10 rnd mags. I am very pleased with them.

 

[7.62mm]

There is a pretty detailed list of the stuff I use, Hope this helps, and hope to see you out at some 3 Gum matches, LOL:

http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=278331

 

[40cal]

I like Excel spearmint myself. You can pick the other two flavours. You ain't gonna live that one down!!!

- First tip: stop by my place when you go to EESA....I need a ride, and to borrow your 870.

-Second tip: Change your avitar......she keeps staring at me!

See you at the range!!

 

[Wendell]

Before you go buying anything you should read the rulebook.
IPSC Rules
http://www.ipsc.org/rules.htm

Some of the cool stuff that you'd probably think you'd want doesn't jive...assuming, of course, that you also want to be competitive.

 

[John in B.C.]

Change avatar

...Change your avitar......she keeps staring at me!

Don't listen to him.....

She WANTS me...I know she does...pant....pant......

John.......pant.......

 

[667]

What you need is a Form6NIA and get yourself to the US for 3-gun.

Sorry... but 3-gun here at home is lame compared to the runnin' an' gunnin' available south of the border.

 

[pmt]

Before you go buying anything you should read the rulebook.
IPSC Rules
http://www.ipsc.org/rules.htm

Some of the cool stuff that you'd probably think you'd want doesn't jive...assuming, of course, that you also want to be competitive.

Like I said, I've been shooting IPSC handgun for a couple of years. I have read the rifle & shotgun rules.

I was looking more for the tips or suggestions usually offered to newbs at a match, just so I can geared up before I get there. I've seen guys show up at handgun matches with 3 mags & 2 mag pouches because that's all they needed for the BB course. I'm looking for the 'what you need' list and maybe a little of the 'what would be nice to have' list.

In response to other the other posts:
I like my avatar - she's staring at me, not you.
I have my NIA6 from the BATFE.

 

[stormbringer]

• sling for each long gun?

• 
  Slings are not normally used as you only use one gun at a time. I find they just get in the way.

  [*]# of mags for AR required for a typical match? I have 4 of the 20/5, and 5 of LAR-15 so I'm thinking I'm OK there.

  
  You are more than fine..
  
  

  [*]Typical am't of rifle ammo for a match?

  
  100 rounds average so bring 200
  
  

  [*]Size & # of rounds for shotgun?

  Slugs for paper get low recoil if you can. I buy the S&B ones
  Buckshot for paper (rare)
  Birdshot for steel and clays. I just use trap load 7 1/2s
  The number can be all over the place. I generally bring 3 boxes of birdshot, 2 boxes of slugs (boxes of 25) and two 5 round boxes of buckshot
  
  

  [*]AR mag pouches on belt?

  
  If you have them. Some of the open front pistol mags will hold AR mags.
  I use a tac vest but a belt is faster.
  

  [*]How do you carry shotgun ammo. I have a extension tube so I've got 7+1 on board.

  
  I use a 25 round bandolier but I want to get some of the belt mounted 6 round carriers. It makes much faster reloads. 7.62mm actually built his own.
  
  
  

  [*]Side saddle for shotgun - other options?

  Most certainly a side saddle.
  
  

  I'm in S Ont. so will probably try to attend 3 gun at EESA, or maybe Sharon or Barrie this summer.

  
  Hope to see you there................so I guess I better start oranizing one!!!

 

[Wendell]

I've been shooting IPSC for a few years so I'm all set for handgun. I now have a black shotgun (870 express) and a black rifle (Collt HBAR). What do I need to play?

• sling for each long gun?...

• 
  
  

  Before you go buying anything you should read the rulebook.
  IPSC Rules
  http://www.ipsc.org/rules.htm
  
  Some of the cool stuff that you'd probably think you'd want doesn't jive...assuming, of course, that you also want to be competitive.

  
  

  Like I said, I've been shooting IPSC handgun for a couple of years. I have read the rifle & shotgun rules...

  
  The reason that I assumed that you hadn't read the rules is because of your reference to a "sling for each long gun".
  
  See rule 8.2.2. Oh, I forgot, you read it already...
  
  

  Slings are not normally used as you only use one gun at a time. I find they just get in the way.

 

[pmt]

The reason that I assumed that you hadn't read the rules is because of your reference to a "sling for each long gun".

See rule 8.2.2. Oh, I forgot, you read it already...

I was referring to this:

5.2 Carry and Storage and Competitor Equipment
5.2.1 Carry and Storage – Except when within the boundaries of a safety area, or when under the supervision and
direct command of a Range Officer, the competitor’s rifle must be unloaded and carried or stored in one of
the following conditions. At the discretion of the Range Officer, failure to comply may incur a warning or
may be subject to the provisions of Rule 10.5.1.
5.2.1.1 Slung from the shoulder with the rifle reasonably vertical. The action must remain open or be
closed, or

I guess I read too much of it, rather than just enough to try to belittle some one.

BTW - thanks Storm, that's what I was looking for but couldn't find in the rules.

 

[667]

I have my NIA6 from the BATFE.

Then head to

http://www.michigan3guncombat.com/

Next match is April 4th... polar bear match might be reschduled for late feb.
Myself and a few other 'nuts attend most of the BWSA events...
F'kin awsome.

And there's always Livingston MI 3-gun in Brighton MI
Been theer a few times in the past two years... Going again this year.
Also F'kin awsome
http://www.mi3gun.com/index.php?option=com_contact&Itemid=3

Vid from the 07 championship match...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qy80diu_ACY