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Re: [LasCrucesUSPSA] Re: New to the area

j_miller_88047 wrote:
> Sam,
>
> We're looking forward to seeing you out at the range when you have some
> free time.
>
> Our steel match at the end of each month doesn't require any equipment
> other than a pistol, holster and a couple magazines. The round count
> is enjoyably high for the match (100+++), but each array is shot in
> strings of 5 plates with plenty of time to load up and/or switch mags
> between strings.
>
> Send us an email when your'e ready and we'll get you set up. First
> time shooters shoot free at the USPSA matches, steel matches are $10
> per gun with payouts in each division.
>
>
> Justin

I have never been to any of your matches. What is a steel match? Is this
something I can use my autoloading pistol at, or my black powder and
ball revolver? I am severely handicapped and have a hard time walking
and carrying heavy objects, but me and my wife, Val, both enjoy
plinking. Would love to find a group activity that doesn't stress either
of us.


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WITHOUT THE 2ND AMENDMENT, WE WOULDN'T HAVE THE OTHER TWENTY-SIX!
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Sat May 10, 2008 2:51 am

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Hello, I am new to the area and I am looking for a good group to shoot with, I have shot a little of the USPSA and IDPA but...
s_shepherdog
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May 6, 2008
4:56 pm

Hi Sam, The Mesilla Valley Pistoleros shoot USPSA matches on the first Saturday of each month, setup at 8:00, begin shooting at 9:00 or so. We also shoot...
j_miller_88047
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May 7, 2008
5:27 pm

Justin, thank you. I am working on getting the gear needed to shoot. I will have a little time to do much this month with being still on slight active duty,...
s_shepherdog
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May 8, 2008
2:42 pm

Sam, We're looking forward to seeing you out at the range when you have some free time. Our steel match at the end of each month doesn't require any equipment ...
j_miller_88047
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May 9, 2008
6:04 pm

... I have never been to any of your matches. What is a steel match? Is this something I can use my autoloading pistol at, or my black powder and ball...
Steve Friis
sfriis2002
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May 12, 2008
2:50 pm

Steve, Steel shooting is simple. any auto loader, rimfire or revolver will work. You stand and shoot at 5 plates per string of fire. You repeat for a total...
mullanman2
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May 12, 2008
6:01 pm
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