Monthly Archives: February 2015

Not too long ago, I modified an old M16 magazine pouch to carry a pair of M14 magazines. Earlier this week, I acquired a surplus MOLLE II load bearing vest and a few more M16 pouches. Now I can carry … Continue reading →

Now that my M14 is ready for CMP competition, it is time to load some ammunition to get it zeroed. I am loading up my version of the Army’s M852 match cartridge. Using Lake City military brass, IMR-4895 gunpowder and … Continue reading →

Here is the schedule for the 2015 CMP rifle matches at Kimberton, PA. 26 APR 31 MAY 21 JUN 26 JUL 30 AUG 27 SEP 25 OCT 15 NOV 13 DEC Distance is normally 200 yards, but some ranges lacking … Continue reading →

Here is the 2015 season schedule for the Delaware Law Enforcement Marksmanship Association. Open to police and civilians alike. Beginners are welcome. We shoot the NRA stock auto/revolver course of fire. Forty-eight rounds on a B-27 target from 3 to … Continue reading →

I just received an e-mail announcing that two local regional PPC matches are scheduled for 2015! Both are in Frederick, MD and hosted by the Maryland Police Combat Association. 27 June and 17 October will provide two more chances to … Continue reading →

Well, “as-issued” match legal that is. My M14 is currently not legal for CMP matches as it has National Match sights on it. No, it is not an M1A. I built the rifle using a Reese M14 parts kit and … Continue reading →

The discipline and practice of fundamental marksmanship is as old as firearms themselves. Over the years the weapons changed, but the fundamentals of making a well aimed round hit exactly where it was intended have never changed. Every course of … Continue reading →

Here is one of the rifles I use to compete in the Foreign Military matches. It is my Schmidt-Rubin Karabiner K31 circa 1942. Chambered in 7.5x55mm Swiss, it is very accurate for a 73 year old surplus military rifle. The … Continue reading →