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Title: Target Size Poll
Post by: rsterne on December 12, 2015, 11:55:42 PM
The first poll determined that any range over 100 yards should be allowed, with the target size to qualify for membership to be scaled to the distance, with a specified number of hits required.... Please vote for your choice of target size, and add comments if you wish.... If you wish to see a more lenient target for Springers, please specify that in your post.... There is a separate Poll dealing with this issue as well....

Bob
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: PlanB on December 13, 2015, 12:44:19 PM
scuse my dumbness , is 1 moa 1" at 100 yd?
and on the voteing, is the 1 thru 6 fot the outside ring on the target?
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: PlanB on December 13, 2015, 01:18:40 PM
The first poll determined that any range over 100 yards should be allowed, with the target size to qualify for membership to be scaled to the distance, with a specified number of hits required.... Please vote for your choice of target size, and add comments if you wish.... If you wish to see a more lenient target for Springers, please specify that in your post.... There is a separate Poll dealing with this issue as well....

Bob
the only input i can think of is not to have any more black on the target than necessary as it's hard to see a hit on a black target.
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: rsterne on December 13, 2015, 01:53:35 PM
Yes, 1 MOA is normally taken to be 1" at 100 yards, 2" at 200 yards, etc.... The specified target size is the "qualification ring", ie the largest ring where a hit counts, and should, IMO, be marked on the target, centered on the aiming point.... In the first Poll I showed some targets that were white with thin black rings only, white with a black bull the size of the 4 MOA ring, and white with a yellow bull the size of the 4 MOA ring.... They are merely suggestions / examples of what could be used....

Bob
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: rsterne on December 19, 2015, 10:44:38 PM
Results of this poll are pretty clear.... most want a 4 MOA target used to qualify for membership....

Bob
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: Kodiak_Enthusiast on December 21, 2015, 08:34:42 AM
A nice follow up query/poll would be what caliber/gun do you shoot at 100 yards?

Pete
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: DevilsLuck on January 07, 2016, 06:02:14 AM
Yes, 1 MOA is normally taken to be 1" at 100 yards, 2" at 200 yards, etc.... The specified target size is the "qualification ring", ie the largest ring where a hit counts, and should, IMO, be marked on the target, centered on the aiming point.... In the first Poll I showed some targets that were white with thin black rings only, white with a black bull the size of the 4 MOA ring, and white with a yellow bull the size of the 4 MOA ring.... They are merely suggestions / examples of what could be used....

Bob

(http://rs1318.pbsrc.com/albums/t646/DevilsLuck/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsuilotvr4.jpg?w=480&h=480&fit=clip)
I was wondering if this target is acceptable, to shoot for NUAH? My pellets should be here today. The "good ones". I'm pretty stoked. I set my target up last night, at 100 yds, and one foot. Using the guns seemingly second favorite ammo I managed a first shot hit. Then 4 consecutive misses. After that it was off, and on. Plenty enough hits for me feel good about my expectations once my ammo gets in today.
Which brings me to a question, or two. Using the target in the photo; how many shots, culminating in what group size, do I need to shoot to get in?
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: Smoketown on January 07, 2016, 10:00:14 AM
Printable targets here ...

http://www.gatewaytoairguns.org/GTA/index.php?topic=100929.0 (http://www.gatewaytoairguns.org/GTA/index.php?topic=100929.0)

Cheers,
Smoketown
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: DevilsLuck on January 07, 2016, 10:34:02 AM
Printable targets here ...

http://www.gatewaytoairguns.org/GTA/index.php?topic=100929.0 (http://www.gatewaytoairguns.org/GTA/index.php?topic=100929.0)

Cheers,
Smoketown
No printer...
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: rsterne on January 07, 2016, 01:31:29 PM
Even if the rules had been published (which they haven't), how could anyone answer the question about your target without dimensions of it?....

Bob
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: DevilsLuck on January 07, 2016, 01:48:49 PM
Even if the rules had been published (which they haven't), how could anyone answer the question about your target without dimensions of it?....

Bob
Sorry it was gamo target I thought someone might be familiar with it. My mistake.
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: Deckard1973 on January 07, 2016, 10:33:28 PM
Even if the rules had been published (which they haven't), how could anyone answer the question about your target without dimensions of it?....

Bob
Sorry it was gamo target I thought someone might be familiar with it. My mistake.

Take a pic of the target with a tape measure at the widest part of the target and re-post.
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: DevilsLuck on January 07, 2016, 10:40:54 PM
Even if the rules had been published (which they haven't), how could anyone answer the question about your target without dimensions of it?....

Bob
Sorry it was gamo target I thought someone might be familiar with it. My mistake.

Take a pic of the target with a tape measure at the widest part of the target and re-post.

(http://rs1318.pbsrc.com/albums/t646/DevilsLuck/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsudnr7c7g.jpg?w=480&h=480&fit=clip)

Seems just a shade over 5 1/2"...
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: DevilsLuck on January 07, 2016, 10:43:04 PM
Even if the rules had been published (which they haven't), how could anyone answer the question about your target without dimensions of it?....

Bob
Sorry it was gamo target I thought someone might be familiar with it. My mistake.

Take a pic of the target with a tape measure at the widest part of the target and re-post.

(http://rs1318.pbsrc.com/albums/t646/DevilsLuck/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsudnr7c7g.jpg?w=480&h=480&fit=clip)

Seems just a shade over 5 1/2"...
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: rsterne on January 08, 2016, 01:32:53 AM
It looks like the "3" ring is about 4" across.... If the rules are approved, and 4 MOA is decided on, 3 out of 5 shots inside that and you should be a member.... Give it a go and see how you do....

Bob
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: lefteyeshot on January 08, 2016, 03:51:17 AM
So, a 4 inch bull on the target will be used at 100 yards?
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: DevilsLuck on January 08, 2016, 06:21:11 AM
It looks like the "3" ring is about 4" across.... If the rules are approved, and 4 MOA is decided on, 3 out of 5 shots inside that and you should be a member.... Give it a go and see how you do....

Bob
I received my order of "the good stuff", last night. H&N FTT 5.55s. Shot about 20 times. I can definitely hit the paper quite regularly. I didn't spend too much time dialing in my scope, as the light was fading. Additionally, I have 8 differing types of H&Ns line up, slated to arrive today. This weekend could be a great time if the weather cooperates. Kinda excited to see if any of the 8 new types out perform the FTT 5.55s.
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: Deckard1973 on January 08, 2016, 08:37:50 AM
So, a 4 inch bull on the target will be used at 100 yards?

Check out Bob's 4 MOA target.  It fits really well for 100 to 200yrds.
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: grimeszee on January 08, 2016, 11:58:46 AM
Tim I already printed them out and will have the targets tomorrow for the shoot. ;D
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: rsterne on January 08, 2016, 01:06:47 PM
4 MOA was my suggestion, it's Joe's call....

Bob
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: robertr on January 09, 2016, 12:20:55 PM
We have not heard from Monkeydad1969 in a while about rules, must be hiding under a rock. :o
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: UCChris on January 09, 2016, 03:37:26 PM
We have not heard from Monkeydad69 in a while about rules, must be hiding under a rock. :o

Honestly, I would be too if I were him. This NUAH club has gotten out of control IMO.  :P
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: rsterne on January 09, 2016, 08:17:58 PM
Interesting comment.... care to elaborate?....

Bob
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: UCChris on January 09, 2016, 08:22:58 PM
Well, I obviously can't speak for Joe, but the vibe I got from him back when this all started was that he wanted to keep it pretty informal. If you have shot something >100 yards, then you're in. If you shoot a 4'x8' plywood board at 110 yards with your $100 Crosman Optimus, then awesome. You're in. I just feel like it's been regulated more than Joe originally planned. I don't personally mind too much. 4 moa target, 100+ yards. Cool, that's pretty simple. I just think that over complicating it makes it less fun.
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: rsterne on January 09, 2016, 08:29:14 PM
I apologize if you think it got out of hand and is too regulated.... You had plenty of time to voice that opinion, however, in the Rules discussion and the subsequent Poles, which you chose not to participate in.... Joe asked me to come up with a proposal, and I did.... I could care less if hitting a 4 x 8 sheet of plywood at 100 yards qualifies you for membership or not.... but I certainly tried to find out what the majority wanted in a democratic manner.... I apologize for getting involved and trying to help....

Bob
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: Monkeydad1969 on January 09, 2016, 10:53:29 PM
We have not heard from Monkeydad1969 in a while about rules, must be hiding under a rock. :o

They don't make rocks that big... :o

Posting rules now.  Sorry, but life caught up and I have other things going on too.

Joe
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: robertr on January 09, 2016, 11:25:35 PM
 Ok, no problem, just wondering. Sorry about the rock comment. ;D
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: Monkeydad1969 on January 09, 2016, 11:51:19 PM
Ok, no problem, just wondering. Sorry about the rock comment. ;D

There was no offense taken.  I was just joking with you.  But the rules are now posted.

Sorry for the wait, all.

Joe
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: grimeszee on January 10, 2016, 12:17:20 AM
Ok, no problem, just wondering. Sorry about the rock comment. ;D

There was no offense taken.  I was just joking with you.  But the rules are now posted.

Sorry for the wait, all.

Joe

Where did you post them?
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: Monkeydad1969 on January 10, 2016, 01:19:23 AM
http://www.gatewaytoairguns.org/GTA/index.php?topic=100865.0 (http://www.gatewaytoairguns.org/GTA/index.php?topic=100865.0)

Under the Long Range Club Rules post---very first post that is pinned to this gate.
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: grimeszee on January 10, 2016, 02:07:37 AM
Thanks
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: UCChris on January 10, 2016, 12:23:10 PM
I apologize if you think it got out of hand and is too regulated.... You had plenty of time to voice that opinion, however, in the Rules discussion and the subsequent Poles, which you chose not to participate in.... Joe asked me to come up with a proposal, and I did.... I could care less if hitting a 4 x 8 sheet of plywood at 100 yards qualifies you for membership or not.... but I certainly tried to find out what the majority wanted in a democratic manner.... I apologize for getting involved and trying to help....

Bob

My apologies Bob. I did not mean to slight your contribution at all. Like I said, I don't mind too much. And you are quite correct, I didn't voice my opinion earlier so I have no reason to whine now. It seems I posted before I got caught up on the situation. Last time I had checked the NUAH club they/we were trying to decide on a patch/logo and it was disorganized. It appears you have organized it quite well! Again, my apologies to you.
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: ancient1one on January 10, 2016, 01:57:29 PM
Glad to see you took care of the rules Joe. If you want me to start working on the logos let me know. If you have one you like best post it with any changes you want.
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: Monkeydad1969 on January 10, 2016, 06:46:04 PM
Glad to see you took care of the rules Joe. If you want me to start working on the logos let me know. If you have one you like best post it with any changes you want.

No worries, Sam.  I want to get the logo together.  Just needed to make sure we knew which direction to go.  With all the input and then the adding of member levels---it got disorganized.  Guess next time it should not have input from others... ::) But hopefully it will be ok.

Joe
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: DevilsLuck on January 10, 2016, 07:21:53 PM
How do pistols fit into the equation? Or, do they perhaps need their own sub group?
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: Monkeydad1969 on January 10, 2016, 07:49:23 PM
If you can get a pistol to shoot 100yds---you will be the man. 

I had thought about that, and may do a different category later this year...say 50yds and further.

Joe
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: DevilsLuck on January 10, 2016, 07:55:57 PM
Don't go giving me ideas... They get me in trouble. Lol. But, yeah. Pistols too. Why not. I'm no contender. But it's a brass ring to reach for...
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: Monkeydad1969 on January 10, 2016, 08:06:19 PM
I like the idea of a pistol group.  But AG's like the TalonP or the P-Rod, I think should be classified as a carbine, because they utilize a stock.  The P-Rod, if fired as a pistol, yes.  But we would most definitely need proof that it was fired as a pistol.  With rifles we expected to see most of them rested when attempting to hit 100 and beyond.  With pistols, they could be rested, but one sees them being fired from a standing position.  So I will have to put some thought into this one.

Joe
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: sixshootertexan on January 10, 2016, 10:48:30 PM
Thanks Joe. Now I need to find a way to pay for membership at the private range again for this year. I'd like to see a pistol class too.
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: rsterne on January 10, 2016, 10:54:11 PM
Is there really a difference between a pistol fired from a good solid rest, and a rifle, assuming both are scoped?....

Bob
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: Monkeydad1969 on January 10, 2016, 10:58:00 PM
That will be one heck of a rainbow shot.
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: grimeszee on January 10, 2016, 11:02:09 PM

Is there really a difference between a pistol fired from a good solid rest, and a rifle, assuming both are scoped?....

Bob

Length of the barrel?
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: rsterne on January 11, 2016, 01:50:59 AM
I was referring to accuracy, not velocity.... Most pistols should have enough velocity to reach 100 yards.... Gravity may inhale, but at least it does so consistently.... You don't need long barrels for accuracy, the lead-sled PB benchrest rifles now are getting shorter and shorter....

Bob
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: Deckard1973 on January 11, 2016, 10:02:31 AM
I still see NUAH as informal, as there is no real competition between members, mostly you are competing against yourself and your skills. 
But I liked the standardization of the rules and think they are reasonable. 

Thank you Joe for starting the NUAH club (come this summer I probably be swearing your name as I go through tins of pellets shooting NUAH), thank you to Bob for your mad organization skills, and thank you to everyone else who added their comments or have made a go at shooting NUAH!

FYI, you should see some of the looks I get when I tell others about a group of guys who shoot past 100yrds . . . with a AG!
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: Deckard1973 on January 11, 2016, 10:04:41 AM
Pistol? 
NUF (Nothing Under Fifty)?

Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: Monkeydad1969 on January 11, 2016, 09:26:06 PM
Pistol? 
NUF (Nothing Under Fifty)?


There you go. 

And you may swear my name.  Whenever I do a misfire.  I say "I Joe'd that shot"!  Come to think about it, all my buds says that, too.  :D

Joe
Title: Re: Target Size Poll
Post by: bubba zanetti on January 19, 2016, 10:08:09 PM
I still see NUAH as informal, as there is no real competition between members, mostly you are competing against yourself and your skills. 
But I liked the standardization of the rules and think they are reasonable. 

Thank you Joe for starting the NUAH club (come this summer I probably be swearing your name as I go through tins of pellets shooting NUAH), thank you to Bob for your mad organization skills, and thank you to everyone else who added their comments or have made a go at shooting NUAH!

FYI, you should see some of the looks I get when I tell others about a group of guys who shoot past 100yrds . . . with a AG!

I'm with you! Going to bust out the Sumatra in warmer weather and see what I can do 8)

BZ