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by Wireman36
Thu Nov 06, 2008 9:49 pm
Forum: Youth Shooting Programs
Topic: Rifle for new shooter
Replies: 7
Views: 3125

Rifle for new shooter

Thanks for the advice.. yes, BSA rules are BSA rules.. I always make my "special outings" a family & friends event. It's a lot of fun for the boys, parents can try their hand at shooting, siblings are able to shoot also. Most of all LOTS of safety talk... Sorry to get off topic, but I ...
by Wireman36
Thu Nov 06, 2008 1:03 pm
Forum: Youth Shooting Programs
Topic: Rifle for new shooter
Replies: 7
Views: 3125

Rifle for new shooter

Thanks.. I'll take a look at the rifles you recommended.. I did take a look at the Anschutz 8002 and it is a fine looking rifle. I really do appreciate your input as I'm not well versed on this sport. I'm more of a .22 target shooter / trap/skeet/sporting clays person. My son however loves target sh...
by Wireman36
Wed Nov 05, 2008 11:19 pm
Forum: Youth Shooting Programs
Topic: Rifle for new shooter
Replies: 7
Views: 3125

rifle for new shooter

Thank you for your response.. From what I understand so far (crash course...) the Youth Silhouette course is shot at 10,12.5,15 & 18 yards. My son may also want to participate in Field Target which is shot using AAFTA rules and guidelines. Both courses are "informal" events and not par...
by Wireman36
Wed Nov 05, 2008 1:11 pm
Forum: Youth Shooting Programs
Topic: Rifle for new shooter
Replies: 7
Views: 3125

Rifle for new shooter

My son will be participating in a youth silhouette winter league in which the club provides the air rifles. At some point he will want his own equipment (probably sooner rather than later!) and I could benefit from what you have already learned.. The club is using .177 cal. pellet rifles, CO2 powere...