Competitors’ Corner: September 2021

by
posted on August 31, 2021
sept2021_compcorner-1.jpg

In this month’s edition of the Shooting Sports USA digital magazine, the Product Focus section (page 12) is a must-read. Field Editor Chris Christian reviews the new Ruger Custom Shop Left-Hand 10/22 Competition rifle. This new southpaw rimfire is much more than a simple right-to-left parts swap with the iconic 10/22. The new Left-Hand 10/22 Competition’s key parts, such as the receiver and the magazine, were basically transformed for left-handed applications. In the words of American Rifleman Senior Executive Editor Kelly Young, “it is essentially an entirely new gun.”

Let’s face it: It’s not just what you shoot that gets you enthused, it’s also where you shoot. After what seems like a lifetime without a national championship, it was nice to head to Camp Atterbury this summer for the 2021 NRA National Matches. Indiana is beautiful during the summertime, with near endless daylight and big, blue skies. And at Camp Atterbury during the NRA Precision Pistol Championships, the new 100-point covered range came in handy for anyone seeking shade from the plentiful sunshine, myself included. Check out my match report (page 22) from this year’s NRA Pistol Nationals to learn the results of the different aggregates, team matches and more.

Between investing in a new Arkansas ammunition manufacturing facility and purchasing Baschieri & Pellagri, Fiocchi’s growth over the past 18 months has been exponential. What you may not know is that with these acquisitions, Fiocchi USA has actually doubled its footprint and is in the process of consolidating its U.S. supply chain. Earlier this year, I talked to Anthony Acitelli, the president and CEO of Fiocchi USA, who shared more details about the company’s ongoing renaissance (page 28).

When it comes to high power rifle competition, the name Kelbly’s is synonymous with excellence. Three generations have worked at the family machine shop in North Lawrence, Ohio, building actions that are popular with benchrest, prone rifle, modern tactical and precision rifle shooters. Author Serena Juchnowski sat down with all three generations of the Kelbly family (page 34) to learn more about the company and the family legacy.

Finally, I hope you’re already a fan of our Steel Challenge stage breakdowns (page 38), which are chock-full of information that will help you plan for the speediest of shooting sports. This month, Chris Christian shares his top tips on how to tackle the lightning-fast Roundabout stage. Although this is a quick stage, Chris says that with the right approach, it’s not difficult to shoot.

John Parker
Executive Editor, Shooting Sports USA

Are you a subscriber?

Not receiving the monthly digital magazine announcement in your inbox? Become a subscriber. Not only is it completely free, it only takes a minute to sign up and it guarantees you’ll never miss a single issue of the NRA’s competitive shooting journal. Subscribe here.


Read more: Competitors’ Corner: August 2021

Latest

2024 CMP NE Games 3
2024 CMP NE Games 3

Recapping The CMP New England Games: Most Colorful Competition Yet

The New England Games took place in late September and CMP staff members were grateful to the Vermont National Guard for being generous hosts and for allowing the use of their beautiful facilities.

White Flyer Website Has New Look

White Flyer launches new website that boasts an improved user experience and branded merchandise, along with a host of additional features.

51 Cadets, 12 Teams Compete At Fourth Annual NRA Arizona State JROTC 3-Position Air Rifle Championship

There were 51 shooters in competition at the 2024-2025 NRA Arizona State JROTC 3-Position Air Rifle Championship, held in Arizona this past September.

Savage’s New Stance XR Offers Increased Capacity, Quick-Release Optics Plate

The Stance XR adds another everyday carry pistol option to the Savage Arms lineup.

Hillsdale College ‘Citizenship And Shooting’ Event Celebrates USA Shooting Olympians, Importance Of Second Amendment In The Constitution

Sponsored by Hillsdale College and USA Shooting, this special event in October included skeet instruction and remarks from four-time Olympic skeet gold medalist Vincent Hancock, plus speeches from USA Shooting CEO Kelly Reisdorf and Hillsdale President Larry P. Arnn.

Tandemkross Unveils New 10/22 Barrel Concept

A box girder rifle barrel? The Ruger 10/22 rimfire rifle gets a new barrel concept from Tandemkross.

Interests



Get the best of Shooting Sports USA delivered to your inbox.