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This was a trial run for a larger inter-regional match in future, when restrictions have eased.
I'm sure some of our members went into this match with lots of confidence and high hopes for
a reasonable score. Well! A steep learning curve was certainly achieved!
Those who normally shoot bench-rest with nice clear scope sights and specialist calibre rifles
were in for a bit of a shock, firing prone, sitting position or off the shoulder, unsupported at
times.
The rifles were standard as issued Lee Enfield .303 service rifles, standard battle sights and
webbing army sling. No telescopic sights or adjustable rear sights, just as our servicemen
used in World War 1 and 2, Korea and the Malayan emergency.
Charlie Howard top scored for the day with 102 points, Jim Barling 63, Mitch Wilson 56
and our "Smiling Jack" Camilin 32.
Many thanks must go to Marita Basham for all her help on the day, with setting up, scoring
and just helping wherever she saw a need. Thank you also to Neil Meers for driving to
Mudgee to pick up the required special targets.
Thank you very much to those who competed and helped with your ideas, input and
comments. At the end of the day everyone was still smiling and agreeing we must do this
again.
On Saturday, 5 September 2020, a SSAA Combined
Services Re-enactment Match was held with five
local members competing.
Gilgandra Combined
Services Shoot
RICK O'SHAY
