Pistols of FP finalists 2012 London Olympics

jbshooter · Post by **jbshooter** » Mon Aug 13, 2012 12:56 am

Does the same rule apply to air pistol?
can someone put up some sketches or photos of your interpretation.

jbshooter · Post by **jbshooter** » Fri Aug 17, 2012 1:56 am

8.4 EQUIPMENT AND AMMUNITION
8.4.1 Standards for all Pistols
8.4.1.1 Grips. For dimensions and details of grips see the Pistol
Specification Table and Table for Drawing and Measurements.
8.4.1.1.1 Neither the grip nor any part of the pistol may be extended or
constructed in any way that would allow it to touch beyond the
hand. The wrist must remain visibly free when the pistol is held in
the normal firing position. Bracelets, wristwatches, wristbands, or
similar items are prohibited on the hand, and arm, which holds the
pistol.

The photos shown appear to contravene the first sentence of 8.4.1.1.1.
Can anyone offer any explanation for this.[/b]

Muffo · Post by **Muffo** » Fri Aug 17, 2012 3:15 am

That's my exact point but no one wants to comment on it

RobStubbs · Post by **RobStubbs** » Fri Aug 17, 2012 2:20 pm

Knowing the guy who ran the pistol equipment control, I'd be very surprised if the wrist wasn't checked as free on aim during the weapons checks. It's also something the jury would look at during training so I'd suggest it's most likely a false impression given in a photograph.

Rob.

j-team · Post by **j-team** » Fri Aug 17, 2012 4:06 pm

So, anyone care to comment on this grip as to whether it extends past the wrist?

j-team · Post by **j-team** » Fri Aug 17, 2012 4:10 pm

RobStubbs wrote:Knowing the guy who ran the pistol equipment control, I'd be very surprised if the wrist wasn't checked as free on aim during the weapons checks. It's also something the jury would look at during training so I'd suggest it's most likely a false impression given in a photograph.

Rob.

Being the cynic I am, I have wondered if these guys hold the pistol the same way at equipment control as they do during the actual shooting? It would be quite easy to hold the pistol so the wrist is free for equipment control purposes, then push the hand hard into the grip for the match.

Just saying...

j-team · Post by **j-team** » Fri Aug 17, 2012 4:25 pm

Rule 8.4.2.1 anyone?

For those not familiar with Pardini pistols the slot in the side of the frame where the slide "wings" run is on the bore centreline.

j-team · Post by **j-team** » Sun Aug 19, 2012 3:48 am

I have just emailed copies of those two pics to all seven members of the ISSF Pistol Committee for their opinion.

Not expecting too much other than a "it's the angle of the photo" type of response, if anything at all!

Tycho · Post by **Tycho** » Sun Aug 19, 2012 5:49 am

They probably have more important things on their minds, like how to get more expense allowances, or what colour the new ISSF tie should be.

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Pistols of FP finalists 2012 London Olympics

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