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For the second month in a row, I participated in the North Texas Lead Farmers Run 'n Gun pistol match. After most matches were canceled on Saturday because of rain, I was itching to get behind the trigger. The stage set up was simple yet challenging and entertaining. One thing I learned from this match was that I need to take my time before my run and do thorough walk though.
Stage 1- I was the first shooter of the day. Which I didn't mind, but the downside was that I was not able to see anyone else run the stage. The stage called for 2 hits on the large square and 1 hit on the circle targets from each shooting box, a small popper from position 2, and some small falling plates in position 3. The first couple of shots were off but I got it together after that.
Stage 2- This was a fairly clean run until the end. During my walk though I did not account for when I would change my magazine and for some reason seemed surprised when I ran out of bullets. I also expected the Texas Star to move after my first shot; again I was the first shooter.
Stage 3- This stage was the most challenging for me that day. As you can see, There are lots of targets and many have to be engaged from a certain angle. I was happy with the run because I felt that I planned well and then executed the plan.
Stage 4- This was my favorite stage and the one I ran the best. Only flaw was that I hit the mag release button one target before I wanted to. Overall I had a good match and improved from last month. Results are posted to the right.
This was my first time shooting the Run 'n Gun Steel Pistol Match at the Quail Creek Shooting Range hosted by the North Texas Lead Farmers. Ryan Wilkes did an excellent job on all 4 stage designs; they were challenging but fun at the same time. This was the first time I had experienced a swinger and 3 plate Texas Star targets (Stage 1 & 2), shooting bowling pins (Stages 2, 3, 4), and a magazine capacity restricted stage (Stage 3). I enjoyed the match and will be back for the next one!
