Our monthly Diablo Rod and Gun Club Air Gun Silhouette match will continue on the 1st Sunday at 1:00 PM in Concord.   We have been shooting the event on metal stands that assist in a more accurate assessment of “hits” and allow quick resetting by pulling a string in between relays. 

 It is a simple sport.  You knock down the animals and then pull them back up using a string attached to the target stand.  There is a varmint class, which just means shooting off the bench . 

Of course, the traditional off hand stance is still offered, and is the most challenging!

• The 40 shot rifle match is 10 shots each at 1/10th scale chickens, pigs, turkeys and rams at 20,30,36 and 45 yards. We shoot two banks of 5 animals per Relay.  
• Air pistol and Short-Range Air Rifle (SAR) is shot at 10, 12.5, 15 and 18 yards for chickens, pigs, turkeys and rams respectively.  .  

We have four of our own DR&GC air gun games for fun: Short-Range Air Rifle (SAR) on pistol targets (under 12 ft. lbs.), Long-Range Air Pistol (LAP) on rifle targets, Varmint Air Rifle (off the bench) and Varmint Air Pistol. All guns must be below 20 fpe for rifle and 12 fpe for pistol to prevent target damage.  

Even beginners will find a class that suits their ability and will knock down enough animals to feel a sense of accomplishment and fun. We have a great group of folks participating at all levels. Our more experienced shooters are always ready to help new shooters develop their skills. You don’t need an expensive rifle or pistol to join in the fun. Bring what you have and give it a try, or use one of the club guns. If you are thinking of getting away from all of the California gun regulations for Powder Burners, come out and try a variety of air guns at this event.

Rifles are limited to 20 fpe or less and pistols are 12 fpe or less. Calibers permitted are .177, .20 and .22 only. No .25 caliber. Lead pellets only. No BBs, darts or plastic tipped or metal coated pellets. All spectators and shooters are required to wear safety glasses. Hearing protection is optional, but recommended. 

Cost is $10.00 for members and $15.00 for guests. Shooters under the age of 18 accompanied by an adult shoot free. 

We  run two relays so you can shoot rifle in one relay and pistol or other rifle or pistol class in another.

You can even shoot a refire, which is a second round of the same class. Our targets are custom built, one-of-a-kind string resettable silhouettes so the matches tend to go pretty quickly.  

Have fun and keep your rifle and pistol shooting skills sharp with air gun silhouette.

Ladies and juniors are encouraged to attend to see and experience what the excitement is all about.  

Typically, we will offer free air tank refills from the club compressor after the match for tanks with a current hydro.  

All shooters must sign the USI liability waiver form located on line here prior to shooting a match at USI:  

http://unitedsportsmen.com/waiver/   It is free, signed on line and is a one time procedure. After signing the waiver, all shooters are required to obtain a USI “Blue Card” available free at the club house. You must have your blue card with you.  USI is now charging a $5.00 replacement fee. We suggest you take a picture of it and store it in your mobile device.  

All FT and Air Gun Silhouette events will be listed on the Diablo Rod and Gun Club calendar here:  

https://diablorodandgun.com/calendar/   

Directions here:  

https://diablorodandgun.com/directions-and-facilities/   

Take a look at one of our matches:

If you have any questions or need additional information contact:  

Martin O’Connor pistoleer@outlook.com,