SSAA NSW

39 NOVEMBER 2021 For those who are not aware of the Colonial Action Discipline, it is an off-shoot of the Single (Western) Action Discipline. Competitors engage steel plate targets placed at various distances from the firing line in a specified course of fire. Each course of fire is unique and must be undertaken in a set sequence. Shooters compete one at a time, sometimes moving between firing points, reloading and handling a variety of firearms against the clock. The competitor's time for completing a course of fire is recorded and any misses or penalties incurred are added to that time. The Discipline's authenticity is not restricted to the use of period firearms; participants are encouraged to wear clothing and accoutrements from the Colonial Period. Participants may also choose the style of their own authentic outfit from a range of over 50 years of historical fashion and uniforms. Prior to the commencement of the Main Stage events on the Saturday morning, competitors lined up to provide a "shot gun salute" to Greg Osborne, who had passed away just a couple of weeks before the State Titles. Greg was a long-time Colonial Action competitor with a vast knowledge of firearms, and a wicked sense of humour. He will be missed by his fellow "Colonial" shooters. Nineteen competitors took part in the Main Stage events over the Saturday and Sunday, which was smaller than the usual line up of twenty to thirty shooters at previous events. Eight "Stages" were shot over the two days, involving eight challenging scenarios using pistol, shot gun, and rifle. Competitors nominated in a range of Categories, including; Single Action, Double Action, Purist Single Action (ie, pistol shooting with one hand), Ladies, Minor, Single Action Target and Colonial (percussion revolver). Certificates were also awarded to the "Best Dressed Colonial" male and female.

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