The 2019 Berger Southwest Nationals are complete . As stated ; I competed for the second year in a row with my M-N Target rifle , and I'm pleased to tell all , I did much better .
For those who do not know the scoring system for "F" class , it is very simple . There are three relays , comprised of :
Relay #1 ...5 sighters , 20 shots for record ( score )
Relay #2 ...5 sighters , 20 shots for record
Relay #3 ...5 sighters , 20 shots for record
Each shot for record ,(score) has a point value of ten points . A Match of three relays is 60 shots , equaling 600 points total . The additional scoring marker , or Bullseye , is the X-ring . It carries the same point value as a shot within the Ten ring , but is generally the designator of a Match winner , and placement in the field .
My 2019 Berger F Open Class , Marksman/Sharpshooter Div. scores were :
Relay #1 197 - 9X
Relay #2 197 - 5X
Relay #3 187 - 1X
Total 581 - 15X
Relays #1 & #2 , I managed to shoot #2 in class posting what are generally considered Masters level scores . The rifle performed flawlessly throughout the competition . Relay #3 ; I , along with other shooters dealt with the famous Ben Avery "switchy" winds , that I didn't do a great job of reading , thus the extra points dropped . I did manage to place 4th in Class , and after browsing the score-sheets , I found that my 581-15X , was good enough to beat out a dozen or so Masters , and a couple of High Masters . Our Mosin acquitted herself very well in a world class field of some very skilled shooters , and some very premier hardware .
Several shooters commented on my scores , knowing I was shooting a M-N , and there wasn't a single negative remark made by anyone . A little bit of good natured kidding , but it was with good intentions , and I told them , "Next year , I'm bringing my Dragonov" .