Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2023 i On Target Africa

A few sports-shooting enthusiasts decided that something needed to be done to provide more opportunity and establish a community of shooters close enough to keep the sport alive and thriving. The criteria were simple: No more than 30 minutes’ drive, the possibility for multiple shooting ranges for rifle and handgun and a long range rifle area. Finding the suitable spot for such an endeavour would be the tricky part. The search started nearly three years ago and resulted in a lot of dead-ends and disappointments. During a training session at the end of August 2022, Theunis Fick said that he may have a suitable place between Paarl and Klapmuts. Immediately I started staring at Google Maps images and measuring distances between and from points to assess its viability as a…

It begins with the new dynamic block, a new breech block designed from the ground up for performance slug shooting. The dynamic block utilises a compact one-piece valve. This highpower/short-impulse valve is extremely efficient while allowing an immense and precise flow of air. The plenum design (that is, dynamic plenum) feeding the Panthera is revolutionary and the first of its kind. It is an over-the-barrel plenum providing a consistent regulated pressurised plenum around the barrel, adding increased rigidity to the barrel, as well as allowing multiple plenum lengths to be employed to match the calibre and power of the rifle. Three plenum sizes Precise levels of pressure are maintained by the single AMP MK II regulator. Three sizes of plenum will be utilised initially: a Micro Plenum (sub 12ft/lb rifles),…

Are you looking for an easy way to diagnose problems without taking things apart? Look no further than the Teslong NTS500 pro-inspection camera dual 8 mm lens with 5 m probe. With its ability to access hard-to-reach places without disassembly, you save time and money. It is widely used by mechanical, civil and electrical engineers, air conditioning companies, plumbers and mechanics. Take photos or videos with sound and save them directly to the included Micro USB card. An endoscope is that one tool you never thought you needed until you used one. Monitor Screen: 5 inch IPS HD display Screen Resolution: 1 280 x 720 pixels (16:9) Image capturing resolution: 1 920 x 1 080 (JPG) Video Recording Resolution: 1 920 x 1 080, 1 280 x 720 (MOV) Port:…

The first relay was slightly delayed due to mist, but the weather held. Shooters who qualified were Herman Maree (54 points), Ilse Wesson (42 points), Barend Verster (40 Points) and Gerald Abbott (36 points). Thick mist delayed the second relay by more than 30 minutes, with Liam Maree (65 points), Pieter de Kock (45 points), Andrew Gallagher (41 points) and Charl Carroll (40 points) qualifying. The inclement weather persisted into the third relay, which was interrupted due to rain. Qualifiers were Dwayne Cronje (66 points), Deon Fabel (54 points), Gerhardt Haasbroek (48 points) and Derick du Preez (40 points). NOODHULP LANGAFSTAND GHONG SKIET - Finaal 14:00 The final was characterised by quite a few no signature shots due to the wet conditions. Congratulations to Herman Maree, 1st with 64 points,…

The contributing factors are numerous. However, the fact is that roughly *77 out of every 100 000 people become victims of crime. Despite this, I still believe that we live in one of the best countries in the world and that the risk of living here is worth the reward. Over the next few articles, we take a closer look at how crime occurs, how criminals operate, and what we can do to avoid becoming victims of crime. A question often posed to me is: “What is your best weapon against becoming a victim of crime?” The question is normally followed by further enquiry by way of suggesting a list of weapon types such as firearm, knife, baton, pepper spray and so on, to which my answer is always the…

I decided not to read up about precision rifle, in particular the discipline that falls under SA Precision Rifle Federation (SAPRF), and rather went with a completely open mind. I am glad I did, because it allowed me to ask questions and listen to what people were saying without making any assumptions. Right off the bat, this is not a simple or easy shooting sport. A similar sentiment was expressed by at least three of the newer competitors: “I thought I could shoot a rifle, been hunting for many years or perhaps even taken part in and done well in other rifle competitions, but this style of precision rifle is on another level.” At first look, the equipment I saw on display looked impressive, with the average person perhaps thinking…

On 18 March we hosted the first Send IT 2-Mile Challenge at Matroosbergstasieskietklub near De Doorns in the Western Cape with a small group of 12 shooters. A tremendous effort was put in to develop and build these fabulous facilities and a range capable of accommodating ELR matches out to two miles. The match format included three targets set at 2 485 m, 2 700 m and 3 270 m. Each participant took six shots at each target. We decided that the group would all shoot at Target 1 before moving to Targets 2 and 3. This reduces the ‘luck of the draw’ factor as all shooters engage a target within a short time before moving on to the next. We were delighted at the results, especially with the ‘light…

James and I were out in the rain placing name boards and target designation markers in preparation for the following day’s match. Due to theft on the range we can unfortunately never leave anything of value out as it will not be there the next day. Being a shoot with over ten stages, we reckoned we could do the prep work on the Saturday and then have a leisurely 0500 start on the Sunday to just quickly place the plates out. James has a bit of a reputation for setting extremely difficult courses, but due to poor weather predictions, he relented and made the plate sizes a bit bigger. The plan worked perfectly and by the time the early birds arrived at the range, the set up was done and…

Established in 1991 by Ettore Gianferrari, Hilton Purvis Fanie le Grange and Des Horn, the CKC aims to share knifemaking techniques and organise exhibitions as a platform for knifemakers to sell their goods. In 2021, a new venue and date were finalised. The CKC’s first exhibition at the new venue at The Emporium Centre in Sunningdale saw a record number of exhibitors. Last year the CKC hosted exhibitions in March and October at the same venue, with the latter beating the previous attendance record. Michael says it is great to be associated with an organisation with such a long history. It was even more pleasing to see the large number of up-country knifemakers who attended the latest exhibition. South African knifemaking legends Bertie Rietveld and founding member Des Horn were…