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2 Equipment and Maintenance

By any measure, bullseye is not an inexpensive sport. A quality rimfire pistol and .45 caliber gun can easily run more than $2000. This high startup cost often intimidates beginners (and more experience shooters, for that matter). In fact, the subject of advising beginners on equipment comes up quite often on the list

The problem is this: the quality of your equipment places an upper bound on your scores. If your gun is only capable of shooting a 5" group at 50 yards, you'll never shoot a perfect score, no matter how good you are. Beginners may not be able to shoot a perfect score, but many shooters improve fast enough that they soon encounter the limitations of "entry-level" equipment. Experienced shooters generally advise beginners to look into used guns, especially for centerfire pistols. Buying a used bullseye gun from a shooter that you know and trust can be an excellent way of getting quality equipment at a relatively low price. Bullseye guns haven't changed a whole lot over time, so a five or six year old gun (in good condition) won't necessarily put you at a disadvantage.

This section contains some guidelines on choosing guns, sights and other equipment.

2.1 Rimfire Pistols

2.1.1 What kind of rimfire pistols are suitable for bullseye?

The rules for bullseye require the rimfire pistol to be of .22 caliber, have a trigger pull of no less than 2 pounds, and a sight radius of no more than 10 inches. In practice, the shooter wants a pistol that balances well, has a smooth trigger pull, and will shoot a 10-shot group of 3" or less at 50 yards. There are several .22 caliber pistols available that meet the basic criteria for bullseye. The first group listed below are some of the lower-priced pistols that are popular with bullseye shooters. They have retail prices from about $300 to $600 and make fine bullseye guns with little or no modification. It's difficult to pick out one of these guns as the one choice for everybody; each gun has its strengths and weaknesses. The best advice is to shoot as many of them as you can and buy the one you like best.
Beretta 87 Target
A replacement for the mostly unlamented Model 89, the 87 features an integral Weaver rail for easy mounting of optics.
Browning Buckmark
Gaining popularityin the past few years. Available in a wide variety of finishes, barrel lengths and sight configurations. The "Bullseye" Buckmark has a 7.25" fluted barrel and adjustable sights.
High Standard Victor/Citation
A classic bullseye .22. Great trigger and a grip that closely resembles the 1911. Out of production for most of the 80s and 90s, the company has been recently reincarnated in Houston, TX. Several listmembers have voiced their complaints about the quality of product and customer service from the Houston company. Information about older High Standard pistols is available from the High Standard Collectors Association
Norinco TT Olympic
Somewhat hard to find now since they are no longer imported, but some shooters consider them excellent values. Inexpensive, lightweight and accurate, but the trigger will probably require some attention before it's suitable for competition.
Ruger Mark II or 22/45
Accurate enough out of the box, but the trigger generally leaves much to be desired. Some people love the steep grip angle on the Mark II, others hate it. Definitely a bargain if you like how it feels in your hand. The 22/45 has the same action as the Mark II, with a polymer frame. The 22/45's grip angle approximates a 1911's, which some people find more comfortable. Both are available in various finishes and barrel lengths.
Smith & Wesson Model 41
Another traditional favorite. Available in two barrel lengths (5.5" and 7").The shorter barrel now comes drilled for optics mounts and is more commonly seen on the line, probably because its greater weight provides better balance. S&W recently switched to a Millett rear sight, which is generally considered not as good as the older Smith micrometer sight. The Model 41 has been in production for decades and many fine examples are available secondhand.
The following list contains guns that were designed for UIT (international) competition. They also happen to be perfectly suitable for bullseye. They're all of European make, they are at least as accurate as the guns listed above, and most of them are twice as expensive as their American counterparts.
Benelli MP90S/ MP95E
The MP95E is a mid-range target pistol designed for the ISSF Standard Pistol event. It features a steeply raked grip and forward balance but no trigger adjustments other than overtravel. The MP90S is a higher-end pistol with a fully adjustable trigger.
Hämmerli 208s
The 208s is considered by many shooters to be the ultimate bullseye .22. Great balance, tack-driving accuracy and a fantastic two-stage trigger. The downside is that the 208s has an uncertain future. Hämmerli is no longer making receivers and is filling orders for the 208s based on what stock they have on hand. As of August 2000 they are still available in the US.
Hämmerli 280
The 280 has its magazine well mounted forward of the trigger guard, putting its balance well forward. While very accurate, some people accustomed to "blue steel" are put off by its use of plastic and composites. Also available in .32 S&W Long caliber. The 280 is out of production, replaced by the SP20 in 1999. Some dealers have stock remaining.
Hämmerli SP20
The SP20 replaces both the 208s and 280. It is similar in configuration (mag well in front of trigger guard) to the 280, but features a new recoil buffer system as well as interchangable grips and barrel shrouds in various colors. Factory scope mounts are available. Also available in .32 S&W Long caliber.
SIG Trailside
Originally imported into the US under the Hämmerli brand, the Trailside is an entry-level competition pistol based on the 208 receiver. The most obvious difference between this pistol and the higher models is the lack of an adjustable trigger. Consumer feedback on the Trailside is currently hard to come by.
Walther KSP200/IZH-35M
The IZH35 is a Russian-made standard pistol. While the finish is a bit rough, it is quite accurate and has all the trigger adjustments one could desire. The KSP 200 is essentially the same gun with fit-and-finish by Walther. Both are available from Champion's Choice.
Pardini SP
Unique DES96U
Walther GSP

2.1.2 Will I get a lot of benefit from a custom barrel on my .22?

All of the rimfire pistols listed above meet the bullseye accuracy standard "as is." With the right ammo, they should all group between 1" and 2" at 50 yards. Some of them have weaknesses in other areas - triggers, for instance. But none of them need custom barrels to improve their accuracy. However, custom barrels can provide other features in addition to tighter groups. Some barrels have integral scope mounts. Others are lighter or heavier than the factory standard, which changes the balance of the pistol.

In short, a custom barrel probably won't magically improve your scores. But it might make your pistol more comforable and improve your confidence, which will allow you to shoot more 10s.

2.2 Centerfire pistols

2.2.1 Should I use a third gun for the centerfire stage?

Most competitors shoot "double .45" - that is, they shoot the same pistol in the centerfire and .45 phases of the match. There are several compelling reasons for this, not the least of which is cost. It's much cheaper to buy and maintain one pistol for both phases. Also, adding a third gun means another grip to learn and another trigger to master. Many top shooters find that they get better results by concentrating on the .45.

2.2.2 What kind of centerfire pistol should I use?

The rules allow any centerfire pistol of .32 caliber or greater to be used in the centerfire phase. Some shooters like the lower recoil of a smaller centerfire caliber and use a third gun. The rules also allow a lighter trigger pull on a centerfire gun. Here are some of the more common options:
Smith & Wesson Model 52, 52-1, 52-2 (.38 Special)
For decades, the predominant choice in the US for centerfire, but now out of production. Repair parts (especially extractors) are now hard to find for the 52 and 52-1. Accurate out of the box, great trigger, but somewhat unforgiving of bad technique. Also picky about handloads.
Custom 1911 in .38 Special or .38 Super
Combines the familiarity of the 1911 with the reduced recoil of the .38 Spl or the accuracy of the .38 Super.
Hämmerli SP20/Walther GSP/other euro-gun in .32 S&W Long
Very popular in UIT competition, but some shooters find 50-yard accuracy difficult to achieve. The usual comment is that you have to "follow through all week" to acheive good results. The 280 is available with .22 and .32 conversion kits for the same receiver.

2.3 45 Caliber pistols

2.3.1 What kind of 45 caliber pistols are suitable for bullseye?

The 1911A1-pattern pistols dominate the line for bullseye. The high accuracy potential and wealth of gunsmith expertise in modifying these guns make them an easy choice for most shooters. The downside is that (with the possible exception of the Kimber guns) there isn't a single 1911 that will meet the bullseye accuracy standard out of the box. Even the "target" models such as the Colt Gold Cup and Springfield Trophy Match do not claim to be able to shoot a 10-shot group into 3" at 50 yards. Thus, nearly every bullseye shooter has a 1911 that has been customized to some extent. At a bare minimum a 1911 will need to have the slide-to-frame fit tightened, a match barrel and bushing fitted, adjustable iron sights or an electronic dot sight mounted, and some trigger massaging by a competent pistolsmith. This work easily adds several hundred dollars to the cost of the gun, but is money very well spent.

If you're looking for a 1911 to use as a base for customization, here are some hints.

For the shooter looking for an out-of-the-box, "entry-level" .45, listmembers often make two recommendations: get a Kimber, or buy a used bullseye gun. Bullseye-ready 1911s are never cheap, but a used gun might get you a competition-ready gun with less "sticker shock." Buying a used 1911 from a bullseye shooter is usually pretty safe, but it never hurts to have the gun checked out by a pistolsmith before you put your money down. If you're looking for a full-up "production custom" wadcutter gun or service pistol, you should be sure to look at products from Rock River Arms (http://www.rockriverarms.com/) and Les Baer Custom (http://www.lesbaer.com/). The Les Baer guns are also available through Champion's Choice. The main advantage of this kind of gun over a custom gun is (usually) quicker delivery time. They are not much cheaper than a made-to-order gun.

2.3.2 Is a 6" slide/barrel better for the 1911 than the standard 5" barrel?

A long barrel and/or slide on your 1911 will increase velocity and the added weight may help with recoil management, but there's not much evidence to suggest that the long barrel is more accurate at 50 yards.

2.3.3 Revolvers

A word about revolvers: the rules allow revolvers, and some shooters today achieve master-class scores using wheelguns. One major advantage is the lower price of admission; you can buy a stock revolver that will shoot 3", 10-shot groups at 50 yards for less than half of what a custom 1911 might cost. Revolvers tend not to malfunction as much under match conditions. However, thumb-cocking a revolver during sustained fire is rather difficult to master and puts the inexperienced shooter at a disadvantage. Unless you're a serious revolver addict you'll probably be better off with a self-loader. The Smith & Wesson 625 and 25-2 (now out of production) are popular choices for bullseye among revolver aficionados.

2.4 Service Pistols

This section covers pistols for use in EIC ("leg") matches. The 1911 still dominates service pistol, but the M9 (Beretta 92FS) is finding its way into more civilian hands. The Army Marksmanship Unit and Army Reserve have used the M9 to great effect in the last couple of years.

2.4.1 Is my .45 legal for leg matches?

The service pistol rules do not allow many external changes, cosmetic or otherwise. Basically the pistol must visually resemble an "as-issued" sidearm. Internal modifications to improve accuracy or function are allowed. The following modifications or features are definitely LEGAL: Features or modifications on this list are definitely ILLEGAL for use in leg matches:

2.4.2 Should I use an M1911 or an M9?

The US Army Marksmanship Unit has recently achieved great success using the M9 (Beretta 92F for civilians) in leg matches. MSG Steve Reiter of the Army Reserve team used an M9 to set a new service pistol National Match Course record at the 1998 Interservice Championships. The AMU gunsmiths worked long and hard to discover how to make the Beretta into a match winner. For the most part, this expertise hasn't yet found its way into the commercial gunsmith community. The Army team also fabricates some of the parts it uses; obviously these aren't readily available to the general public. For these reasons the average civilian shooter is probably better off with a 1911 - parts and gunsmiths are much easier to come by. There is one civilian gunsmith with a good reputation building Berettas. His name is David Sams, and he is recently retired from the Army Marksmanship Unit. He helped develop the AMU's M9 accurization program. You can reach him and his wife Rhonda at RMRSDES78@prodigy.net or through the Sams Custom Gunworks website at http://pages.prodigy.net/rmrsdes78/.

2.4.3 What kind of ammo should I use?

Service pistol rules allow "any safe ammunition" using a 230-grain FMJRN bullet for .45, and a 115-grain or 124-grain FMJRN bullet for 9mm. This includes GI, commercial and handloaded ammunition. Before 1998, the rules allowed commercial or GI ammunition only. In 1998, the Civilian Marksmanship Program changed the rules to allow handloaded ammunition. This change is controversial, as many shooters feel that it reduces the difficulty of the match by allowing the use of low velocity loads, tailored to the individual gun. The CMP hasn't been very forthcoming with its reasons for changing the rules. Many shooters speculate that the Army's use of custom-loaded Black Hills and Atlanta Arms 9mm ammunition had a lot to do with it (see below).

As with any other situation, the best solution is to get your hands on a bunch of different kinds of ammunition and test them in your gun, then compete with the type that yields the best results. For .45, Federal Match is a good starting point. The Beretta is a special case. Apparently most 9mm ammo is supersonic at the muzzle, then slows through the sound barrier somewhere between 25 and 50 yards. The bullet is buffeted by the passing shock wave and its path is disrupted, opening up the group at 50 yards. To combat this problem the Army uses a cartridge from Black Hills Ammunition that has a subsonic muzzle velocity. As of 1998 the Army has switched to a load from Atlanta Arms. This ammo is commercially available and is probably your best bet if you plan on shooting a Beretta.

2.5 Sighting systems

The conventional pistol rules allow any kind of sight except those that project an image on the target (such as laser sights). This includes iron sights, electronic dot sights, and optics.

As with all other shooting sports, bullseye has been greatly affected by the introduction of electronic dot sights. These sights resemble a conventional scope in external appearance. Instead of a crosshair or other reticle, a small fiber optic module projects a glowing dot onto the center of the lens. The shooter merely centers this dot on the aiming black and gently squeezes the trigger.

2.5.1 Should I use iron sights or an electronic dot?

Many shooters find that dot sights are very easy to use. The glowing red dot is very easy to see against the aiming black, and the human eye is very good at centering the dot. This is good news for shooters with poor vision. Just about everybody thinks that the high contrast is especially nice indoors, where poor lighting often makes iron sights hard to see. Putting the dot on the target is also easier than lining up a front and rear sight.

For better or worse, the dot also reveals the wobble that all shooters have. Though you may appear rock-steady with iron sights, the dot will show that your point of aim is dancing around. Some shooters find this distracting, but it can be a useful training tool. The bright dot is also more easily tracked through recoil, making shot analysis much easier. Most shooters are much better at calling shots when using a dot sight.

The dot does have its drawbacks. It requires battery power, so you run the risk of having a battery die in the middle of a match. While that is allowed as an alibi, forgetting to turn the dot on before a string is not. The sight adds weight to the gun and changes its balance. And of course, they're not cheap - prices start at about $100 and wander up to $250 or so. Iron sights are relatively cheap, don't need batteries, and are much less likely to break or malfunction during a match - not that the electronic sights are unreliable.

So which way should you go? Most shooters will recommend that you acquire dot sights as soon as you can afford them. Just about every top bullseye shooter today mounts dots on all guns. However, they're not legal for UIT international competition or leg matches. If you want to use the same gun for bullseye and either of those events, you may want to stick with iron sights. And if iron sights appeal to your sense of tradition, challenge, or aesthetics, by all means use them. Remember: the current national 2700 record and Camp Perry 2700 record were set with iron sights.

2.5.2 What kind of iron sights should I use?

By far the most popular sight is manufactured by Bo-Mar. Bo-Mar sights incorporate a simple and reliable click-adjustment system and a square notch in the rear blade. They're available for most popular bullseye guns, including the 1911, S&W 41, and Ruger Mark II.

Some shooters like the added weight of a rib sight, which runs the full length of the barrel and incorporates the front and rear sights. Bo-Mar makes rib sights for 1911s, the S&W 41 and various revolvers; Aristocrat also makes revolver ribs.

2.5.3 What kind of electronic dot should I use?

In terms of accuracy, reliability and usability, the UltraDot represents one of the best bargains around. The UltraDot has a uniformly round dot with variable brightness. It also has very low parallax - a claim often made but seldom substantiated. See listmember John Dreyer's Competitive Shooting Network for more technical info on the UltraDot. Best of all, it's one of the cheapest dot sights available, with a price around $110. Until recently the only strike against the UltraDot was its lack of click adjustments for elevation and windage. As of late 1997 the UltraDot has click adjustments.

Other dot sights from Tasco, Aimpoint and Gilmore are fine for bullseye, but don't offer any compelling advantages over the UltraDot. The extremely large field-of-view offered by some of those sights is useful in action shooting but isn't really a factor in conventional pistol. The 1" UltraDot works for most bullseye applications; some people prefer the 30mm model for .45, since the larger field of view makes it easier to track the dot during recoil.

The only dot sight that gets a universal thumbs-down is the UltraDot Patriot. This was an attempt a couple of years ago at lightweight, ultra-low-cost version of the UltraDot. Serious manufacturing problems doomed this model to commercial failure. It's out of production now, so you can't pick one up off the shelf, but be careful if you're looking for a used UltraDot.

2.5.4 What other options are there?

Some shooters favor the Burris long-eye-relief scope, which comes with a dot reticle and no or 2X magnification. The Burris is a normal scope so it doesn't require batteries. However, it's much heavier than the average electronic dot sight. Some shooters find the black dot hard to see against the aiming black of the target.

2.5.5 How should I mount my scope/dot to my gun?

For most .22 semiautos and centerfire revolvers, the barrel mount is the primary method of mounting a dot sight or optics. The fixed barrel provides an excellent surface for mounting a scope. Some guns come from the factory drilled and tapped to accept a scope mount.

Centerfire semiautos have three major mounting options: grip mount, frame mount and slide mount. The grip mount replaces one of the grip panels on the gun and requires minimal modification of the gun - at most, a couple of holes are drilled and tapped to fix the grip to the frame. The downside is that the grip mount places the sight very high above the gun, requiring a somewhat awkward wrist angle. These mounts generally don't return to zero very well when they're removed.

Frame mounts are very strong and are popular among action shooters. These mounts attach to either side of the frame and then arch over the slide, forming a "bridge" onto which the sight is mounted. These mounts generally don't need to be removed when disassembling the gun, so they tend to hold zero pretty well. However, these mounts can sometimes cause ejection problems since they partially cover the ejection port. Frame mounts require drilling and tapping several holes on each side of the frame, adding to the installation cost.

Slide mounts attach the sight directly to the slide of the pistol. The sight cycles back and forth with the slide. Most scopes and dot sights can handle this stress when used with relatively light bullseye loads, but using this arrangement with major power loads would probably break the sight in relatively short order. A slide mounted scope also adds considerable weight to the slide, which will probably cause ejection malfunctions. You will probably need to change your load, or your recoil spring, or both to restore proper function.

Shooters use all three of these mounting techniques for bullseye, with mostly good results. One of the most popular 1911 setups among the top shooters is an Ultra Dot with a slide mount.

2.6 Grip panels

One of the key ingredients in good shooting is a firm, consistent grip. Grip panels obviously play a big part in that. There are all sorts of options, from the relatively flat panels that come with most guns to custom-made anatomically shaped grips.

2.6.1 What are the advantages of anatomic grips?

Anatomic grips, or grip panels that are made to conform to the shape of the human hand, help some shooters achieve a consistent grip. They are constructed so that the shooter's hand grips the gun the same way every time. They also offer support for the thumb, and sometimes include a guide for the trigger finger to aid in placement.

There are several different makers of grips. Some, such as Herrett, sell mass-produced grips. Others (such as Fung and Vitarbo) make individual grips from a photocopy or outline of the shooter's hand. Prices range from $50 to $150 or so, depending on features.

Grip preferences are highly personal. Some people gain a lot from custom grips, others are comfortable with the factory grips. Even custom grips tend to be a journey, rather than a destination. Unless you're fortunate enough to be able to work with a gripmaker, you'll probably wind up taking a little bit of wood off here, and putting a little putty there, until you're happy...for now. Don't let that discourage you, it's just part of the adventure.

2.6.2 What grip configurations are legal?

The rules specify that the grip (or any part of the gun) may not give support beyond the hand. No part of the grip may encircle the hand. Rule 3.6 contains detailed information on grips.

2.7 Cleaning and lubrication

2.7.1 How often should I clean my gun?

Centerfire guns should be cleaned every 200 rounds or so, especially if you're using bullets that leave heavy lead or copper deposits in the bore. This is a field strip and clean only; detail stripping can be performed much more infrequently.

Rimfire guns can usually go with a very long cleaning interval, if kept properly lubricated. Some shooters wait until their .22 malfunctions to strip it down and clean it.

2.7.2 How should I clean my gun?

In a word...carefully! Improper cleaning can damage the gun and ruin its accuracy. The bore and crown of the barrel are particularly vulnerable - it's a good idea to always insert the cleaning rod from the chamber end of the barrel.

A complete cleaning regimen is outside the scope of this FAQ. There are any number of perfectly acceptable ways to clean a gun. Here are a few ground rules:

2.7.3 What kind of lubricant should I use?

Just about any commercial gun lubricant is adequate, though shooters tend to have strongly held opinions about various brands. RemOil, BreakFree, Snake Oil, FP-10, and TetraGun will all work just fine. Thinner lubricants such as SnakeOil and FP-10 may be more appropriate for cold temperatures. Lightweight synthetic motor oil may also be a good lubricant.

2.7.4 What is "Ed's Red?"

"Ed's Red" is a solvent cocktail developed by Ed Harris and based on a recipe from Hatcher's Notebook. You can find the recipe at http://www.prairienet.org/guns/use/edred.htm.

Other lubricant cocktail recipes go under the names of Ed's Red, Slick Red Stuff, Snail Snot, etc. Most of these involve Marvel Mystery Oil, Hoppe's #9, and ATF in varying proportions. They probably aren't any better or worse than commercial lubricants, just unique.

2.8 Mechanical issues

2.8.1 Can I dry fire my gun?

Yes...in fact, dry fire is an excellent practice technique. Most (if not all) centerfire guns can by dry-fired without snap caps. Rimfire guns need some kind of dry fire plug. Never dry fire a .22 without a plug or empty brass in the chamber. If you do, you run the risk of peening the firing pin or the barrel face, which will lead to malfunctions.

2.8.2 How should I drop the slide on my 1911?

Here's one accepted method of loading a 1911 during a match. It is by no means the only way to do things. The starting configuration is gun empty with slide locked back. This technique is designed to prevent accidental discharges caused by the hammer following the slide when it is dropped. It also aims to preserve the trigger job by disconnecting the trigger from the sear while the slide is in motion. It is not mandatory, but it is highly suggested for safety reasons. In any case, always make sure the muzzle is pointed at the backstop when loading.

This topic generated quite a bit of heat on the list. Some feel that holding the trigger while dropping the slide is absolutely necessary to preserve the trigger job, while holding the hammer doesn't do anything. Others felt that holding the trigger will do nothing for the trigger job but holding the hammer is an important safety measure. Your mileage may vary, but the one rule to remember is always keep the muzzle pointed at the backstop when loading.

2.9 Other equipment

Guns and ammo are just the start. There are a few other items that you might want or need when you go to a match.

2.9.1 Gun boxes vs. range bags

Most bullseye shooters carry their equipment in some sort of purpose-built box. These boxes generally have a pull-out tray holding 3 to 5 guns and storage space for ammunition, cleaning supplies and other necessities. Pachmayr and Gun-Ho make bullseye boxes; some shooters make their own from plywood or sheet metal. All boxes tend to be heavy and somewhat bulky.

Range bags usually have several pockets for organizing, and a well-padded probably protects guns as well as a box. They're also much lighter than a box . However, they're not very good for mounting spotting scopes, which most competitors consider essential. Which brings us to our next section...

2.9.2 Spotting scopes - selection and use

.22 caliber holes are awfully hard to see at 25 yards, and invisible to most human eyes at 50 yards. Virtually all bullseye shooters have some sort of spotting scope to help them see hits on distant targets. The scope provides vital information; it allows you to see if your zero is correct, and it allows you to confirm that your shot landed where you think it did. More on using the scope later.

The ideal bullseye spotting scope is compact and lightweight while being bright enough to see those tiny .22 hits out at 50 yards. It also has a field of view wide enough to see most or all of the target at that distance. In practice this works out to a magnification of 20X to 25X with a 40mm to 60mm objective lens. Several scope manufacturers have products to meet these requirements. Prices range from under $100 to just over $200. Here are a few popular options:

Bushnell Competitor
Inexpensive, small and lightweight, but not as bright or clear as the other scopes
Bushnell Spacemaster
A big step up from the Competitor in quality and cost. 60mm objective makes it very bright, but also adds to weight and bulk.
Kowa TS-9B/TS-9C (50mm)
These replace the much-loved TS-9. The 9B is a 45 degree-offset scope small enough to fit conveniently in a pistol box. The 9C is a straight-through design. Both scopes feature excellent optics. The new scopes sport a rubberized finish and small focus knob, as opposed to the TS-9s wrinkle-paint finish and large focusing ring.
Unitron 304-S (20x50mm)
No longer imported to the United States but possibly available secondhand in the states or new elsewhere in the world. Its eyepiece has a 90° range of offset adjustment.

Use of the scope: some shooters scope every slow fire shot, verifying the calls. Others scope only the first few shots, to verify zero. What's right for you depends on your confidence in your zero and your ability to control your emotions. If you get nervous when you look through the scope and see five tight shots, maybe you should only scope the first couple. If you can look through the scope, see what you need to see, then forget it and concentrate on the next shot, you'll probably be OK scoping every shot.

2.9.3 Miscellaneous checklist items

Here are some other things you may want to have on your personal checklist:
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