Action Pistol Match

[august1410]

A guy I know here in NC has asked me to participate in an Action Pistol Match.

I have never shot in a competition before and I don't want to look like a moron. I'm pretty good at the range with a coupla buddies, but I don't know crap about shooting a match.

My wife and daughter said I'd be okay using my 1911 after watching a few youtube videos of matches. Both of them said I would be an idiot if I tried using the .44.

Anyone have any advice, pointers, etc? I'm not worried about times/scores or anything like that. I just don't want to embarrass myself.

 

[BigT5g]

A guy I know here in NC has asked me to participate in an Action Pistol Match.

I have never shot in a competition before and I don't want to look like a moron. I'm pretty good at the range with a coupla buddies, but I don't know crap about shooting a match.

My wife and daughter said I'd be okay using my 1911 after watching a few youtube videos of matches. Both of them said I would be an idiot if I tried using the .44.

Anyone have any advice, pointers, etc? I'm not worried about times/scores or anything like that. I just don't want to embarrass myself.

You'll be fine. Yes on the 1911, no way on the .44.

Just be sure not to rush and listen to the RSO's commands. Do what they say and no more. They will give you step by step instructions.

Don't be the first shooter. On every stage let it be known that you are new to the game. They will let you watch a few run the stages so you can get an idea of what to do.

On the re holster remember you are not on the clock.

Don't worry about getting the game rules right the first time. Just aggressively attend to the safety rules.

Lastly try to relax a little and have fun!

Good luck.

 

[1time]

Check out the video's that are USPSA 101 to 108. They are specific to USPSA but show the basic commands, rules, and gear for most matches.

https://www.youtube.com/user/hkbrt/videos

 

[Threeband]

Take plenty of ammo, and as many spare magazines as you can. Also plenty of ammo.

Relax and take your time and enjoy yourself. Be safe, that's the single most important thing, and all that really matters.

Oh, and take plenty of ammo.

 

[davsco]

i'm not aware of much if any folks that after shooting their first match, wished they hadn't. what kinda match is is, ie, uspsa, idpa, etc? careful though you will find out about all the stuff you all of a sudden "need." if you happen to have a glock 17 or similar double stack (and holster, mag pouches etc) that will be your best bet. less reloading and also less recoil for faster follow up shots.

 

[platekiller]

I've only had the chance to do one match. Biggest thing is safety. Since you carry it will be good practice in a more dynamic environment. Go have fun and you will learn a lot too. Just remember all your safety rules. Oh and they are right on the 44 if you want to be competitive, but it would be good practice with it since you carry it. You'll get a lot of practice reloading it.