South African Pin Shooting Federation (SAPSF)

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1 South African Pin Shooting Federation (SAPSF) Rule Book Version 10/11/2012

2 Contents SOUTH AFRICAN PIN SHOOTING FEDERATION (SAPSF)...1 PURPOSE OF THIS RULE BOOK...1 BASIC FORMAT FOR THE SPORT OF PIN SHOOTING Disciplines for League, Provincial and National competitions...2 FIREARM CLASSIFICATIONS AND DEFINITIONS Back-up Gun Pistol Revolver Optical Sight Pocket Pistol Subway Snubby Revolver Rim Fire Handgun Space Gun Rim Fire Manually Operated Rifle Rim Fire Self-loading Rifle Manually Operated Shotgun Self-loading Shotgun Light Manually Operated Rifle Light Self-loading Rifle Manually Operated Rifle Self-loading Rifle Manual Carbine Self-loading Carbine Stock Gun Stock Revolver Pin Gun Pin Revolver Pin Tip-Over Handgun Age Categories...7 RULES & PROCEDURES Basic Firearm Safety Rules Pin Shooting Safety Rules Disciplinary Offences Team Rules Range Set-up Range Rules Range Commands Scoring of Timed Disciplines Scoring of Elimination Disciplines...18 DISCIPLINE RULES FOR TIMED DISCIPLINES Nine Pin Tip-Over Discipline Annexure A Five Pin: Pin Gun Discipline Annexure B Five Pin: Stock Gun Discipline Annexure C Eight Pin: Pin Revolver Discipline Annexure D...22

3 39. Eight Pin: Stock Revolver Discipline Annexure E Five Pin: Pocket Pistol Discipline Annexure F Five Pin:Subway Snubby Revolver Discipline Annexure G Five Pin:.22 Rim Fire Handgun Discipline Annexure H Eight Pin: Space Gun Discipline Annexure I Eight Pin: Rim Fire Manual Rifle Discipline Annexure J Eight Pin: Rim Fire Self-Loading Rifle Discipline Annexure K Five Pin: Manual Shotgun Discipline Annexure L Five Pin: Self-loading Shotgun Discipline Annexure M Five Pin: Open Shotgun Discipline Annexure N FIVE Pin: Manual Light Rifle Discipline Annexure O EIGHT Pin: Self-Loading Light Rifle Discipline Annexure P Eight Pin: Manual Rifle Discipline Annexure Q Eight Pin: Self-Loading Rifle Discipline Annexure R FIVE Pin: Manual Carbine Discipline Annexure S EIGHT Pin: Self-Loading Carbine Discipline Annexure T ELIMINATIONS Annexure U...47 SAPSF MEMBERS CODE OF CONDUCT...49 GENERAL PROVISIONS...52 RULE BOOK APPROVAL...52 CONSTRUCTION PLAN FOR DOUBLE-TIER TABLE...54 CREDITS...55

4 SOUTH AFRICAN PIN SHOOTING FEDERATION (SAPSF) Pin shooting originated in the U.S.A. and was the brainchild of Richard Davis of Soft Body Armour of Second Chance fame. This informal and spectator friendly sport has become one of the most popular of shooting sports in the United States of America. Pin shooting is inexpensive, fast, visually exciting and basically simple. The objective is to shoot bowling pins off a table at a distance of 7.6 metres. This sounds quite easy, but as with every sport there is a catch, because the 1.6 kg pins must be driven right off the table. A match can be run either as a timed event or an elimination event. The expenditure of ammunition depends greatly on the shooter s skill level. Pin shooting offers instant visual satisfaction to the spectator and shooter alike. Action is fast and furious and as an inexpensive shooting sport, it should appeal to everyone. PURPOSE OF THIS RULE BOOK This Rule Book serves as a manual to guide any person interested in the shooting sport, to compete in, or start up and run, a Pin Shooting event or Club. It is the onus of all members or any prospective new member to acquaint himself / herself with the SAPSF Constitution, the Constitution of affiliate provinces or Clubs, this Rule Book, the Code of Conduct, basic safety rules and the requirements of Law. It is an express condition of membership to read, understand and accept unequivocally the clauses outlined in the aforementioned paragraph. The Rule Book has at all times to be read in conjunction with the S.A.P.S.F. Constitution. The S.A.P.S.F. Constitution supersedes the Rule Book. 1

5 2 BASIC FORMAT FOR THE SPORT OF PIN SHOOTING 1. Disciplines for League, Provincial and National competitions a. The nine pin - 9 Pin Tip-Over b. The five pin - Pin Gun c. The five pin - Stock Gun d. The eight pin - Pin Revolver e. The eight pin - Stock Revolver (Forced reload) f. The five pin - Pocket Pistol g. The five pin - Subway Snubby Revolver h. The five pin -.22 Rim Fire Handgun i. The eight pin - Space Gun j. The eight pin - Rim Fire Rifle Manual Action k. The eight pin - Rim Fire Rifle Self-Loading l. The five pin - Shotgun Manual Action m. The five pin - Shotgun Self-Loading n. The five pin - Shotgun Open o. The five pin - Light Rifle Manual Action p. The eight pin - Light Rifle Self-Loading q. The eight pin - Rifle Manual Action r. The eight pin - Rifle Self-Loading s. The five pin - Carbine Manual Action t. The eight pin - Carbine Self-Loading

6 3 FIREARM CLASSIFICATIONS AND DEFINITIONS 2. Back-up Gun A shooter should always have a back-up firearm of the same or essentially similar configuration, for each event that he / she takes part in. At Provincial or National level a standby firearm would be imperative to be competitive. Equipment failure due to the nature of the sport (powerful loads, large number of rounds fired) is a standard occurrence. Also, the more competitive the shooter, the more stress is placed on the firearm due to training and participation in disciplines, thus the break down rate increases proportionally. 3. Pistol A pistol by definition shall mean a self-loading handgun in single or double action which is magazine fed. 4. Revolver A revolver by definition shall mean a handgun incorporating a revolving cylinder, in either single or double action. 5. Optical Sight An optical sight by definition shall mean a sighting device that incorporates or uses a lens or lenses. That includes lasers, red-dot sights, reflex-sights, holographic sights, telescopes and any other similar devices. Fiber optic inserts are not classified as optical sights. 6. Pocket Pistol A pocket pistol by definition shall mean a centre-fire pistol with a barrel length including chamber of less than (99mm) in length. To determine this length, the total barrel length, from breech face to the furthest forward part of the firearm.

7 4 7. Subway Snubby Revolver A subway snubby revolver by definition shall mean a centre fire revolver with a barrel not exceeding 3 (76mm) in length. Barrel length will be measured from the forward cylinder face, to the furthest forward part of the firearm. This measurement will include the forcing cone and any muzzle appendages or ports and chambers Rim Fire Handgun A 22 Rim Fire Handgun by definition shall mean a.22 handgun (revolver or pistol) with no limitation to barrel length. 9. Space Gun A space gun by definition shall mean a pistol or revolver, any modifications allowed, except stocks and rests. 10. Rim Fire Manually Operated Rifle A Rim Fire Manually Operated Rifle by definition shall mean a manually operated.22 Rim Fire Rifle. This will include bolt-action, lever-action and pump-actions, etc. 11. Rim Fire Self-Loading Rifle A Rim Fire Self-Loading Rifle by definition shall mean a self-loading.22 Rim Fire Rifle. 12. Manually Operated Shotgun A manually operated shotgun by definition shall mean a pump action or other manually operated, e.g. pump-action, break-neck, side-by-side or over & under shotgun, etc. 13. Self-Loading Shotgun A Self-loading shotgun by definition shall mean a self-loading shotgun.

8 5 14. Light Manually Operated Rifle A light manually operated rifle by definition shall mean a light center fire bolt-action or manually operated rifle with caliber not exceeding.223/5,56mm. This includes lever-action, bolt-action and pump-action rifles, etc. 15. Light Self-Loading Rifle A light self-loading rifle by definition shall mean a light self-loading center fire rifle with caliber not exceeding.223/5.56mm. 16. Manually Operated Rifle A manually operated rifle by definition shall mean a center fire lever action, bolt action or manually operated rifle with a caliber greater than.223/5.56mm. This includes lever-action, bolt-action and pump-action rifles, etc. 17. Self-Loading Rifle A self-loading rifle by definition shall mean a self-loading center fire rifle with a caliber greater than.223/5.56mm. 18. Manual Carbine A manual carbine by definition shall mean a manually operated carbine that fires ammunition usually reserved for handguns. Action may be bolt-action, lever-action, pump-action, cylinder or any other manually actuated type. These include calibers like.38 Special,.357 Magnum,.44 Special and Magnum,.45 Colt, etc. 19. Self-Loading Carbine A self-loading carbine by definition shall mean a self-loading handgun-caliber carbine. This includes normal carbines, as well as carbine-conversion kits attached to pistols. Calibers include 9mmP, 40S&W, 45ACP and any other cartridges primarily used in handguns. As.30M1 Carbine caliber is used in both revolvers and pistols, it will be allowed in this category.

9 6 20. Stock Gun a. A stock gun by definition shall mean a handgun, which is a pistol or revolver. b. A stock gun should be a holster able, standard handgun, that includes most weapons that do not have chamber compensators, barrel ports, muzzle brakes, weights, attachments or paddles that are mounted onto, or built integrally into, the weapon. Firearms that have been factory built with compensators, barrel ports and/or muzzle breaks (i.e. over the counter purchase with no after market add-on features) will be allowed in this discipline. c. The stock weapon may also not have optical sights (any sight using one or more lenses), that are mounted onto the weapon. d. The following aftermarket parts are allowed: Grips, grip tape, safeties, springs and -guides, firing mechanism parts, beaver-tails, magazine guides, mainspring housings, latches and open sights. e. The decision to allow firearms that do not easily fit the above description, into a stock gun event, falls on the Match Director on duty for that particular match. Any disputed firearms must be brought to the Match Director s attention prior to match commencement and any decision made before shooting commences will be final. SAPSF can make a final and binding rule regarding disputed firearms. 21. Stock Revolver a. A stock revolver by definition shall mean a factory-original mass produced revolver. b. The following modifications are allowed: Replacement grips, firing mechanism parts, open sights and relief cuts to the cylinder. c. Revolvers with factory porting or factory fitted compensators will be allowed. d. The decision to allow firearms that do not easily fit the above description, into a stock gun event, falls on the Match Director on duty for that particular match. Any disputed firearms must be brought to the Match Director s attention prior to match commencement and any decision made before shooting commences will be final. SAPSF can make a final and binding rule regarding disputed firearms.

10 7 22 Pin Gun a. A pin gun by definition shall mean a handgun, which is a pistol or revolver. b. Basically, a pin gun could have almost any after-market addition except optical sights. Therefore screw-on, bolt-on or clip-on barrel weights and/or compensators are allowed in the pin gun disciplines, although the decision to allow weapons that do not easily fit into the above description, into a pin gun event, falls on the Match Director. 23 Pin Revolver a. A pin revolver by definition shall mean a handgun, which is a revolver. b. Basically, a pin revolver could have almost any after-market addition except optical sights. Therefore screw-on, bolt-on or clip-on barrel weights and/or compensators are allowed in the pin revolver disciplines, although the decision to allow weapons that do not easily fit into the above description, into a pin gun event, falls on the Match Director Pin Tip-Over Handgun a. A 9 Pin Tip-Over Handgun by definition shall mean any center-fire selfloading pistol or revolver. b. Optical sights are NOT allowed. Open sights and fiber optic inserts are allowed. c. Pee-Wee competitors may use a.22 rim-fire handgun. 25 Age Categories a. Pee-Wee Category 13 years old b. Junior Category 14 to 18 years old c. Open Category 19 to 49 years old d. Senior Category 50 to 59 years old e. Veteran Category 60 years old and above The age of the shooter, on the day that the SAPSF membership year commences, will determine his or her category for the rest of that calendar year.

11 8 RULES & PROCEDURES 26. Basic Firearm Safety Rules a. Treat all firearms as if they are loaded b. Do not point your firearm at anything other than your target c. Do not place your finger on the trigger until you are ready to shoot d. Be sure you know where the bullet will stop before you pull the trigger; once fired, a bullet cannot be recalled e. Never leave your firearm unattended and do not touch someone else s firearm without permission f. Use only ammunition that has been specifically chambered for your firearm g. Always wear eye and ear protection while shooting h. Anyone with a loaded firearm must declare this to the Duty Range Officer i. Respect and obey all commands of the Range Officer who has complete control of the range j. Alcohol and firearms do not mix 27. Pin Shooting Safety Rules a. All firearms shall be holstered or bagged until required and may only be handled at the firing line with the Range officer s sanction. b. Un-bagged / un-holstered firearms are to be pointed down range at all times, with slide locked back, ejection port facing up or cylinder open. If slide cannot remain open and a chamber flag must be inserted into the ejection port. c. No loaded firearms shall be allowed behind the firing line except those persons allowed as per match rules, Head R.O., Match director etc. Chambers or cylinders must be empty and detachable magazines removed. d. If a competitor arrives at the range with a loaded firearm, he/she must declare it immediately upon arrival to the RO. The RO must either (i) Order him/her to unload in a safe place (while supervised by RO) or, (ii) When needed for protection purposes, may order him/her to keep the firearm loaded on his/her person. e. Any person, who attends a pin shooting event for the first time, either a visitor, or a new member, must be given an introduction to the rules, commands and procedures on the range. He/she must also be closely supervised, and evaluated for safe firearm handling, during his/her first shoot, by the RO or any person designated by the RO for that purpose. f. The firearm shall be held at 45 degrees downrange.

12 9 g. Non-shooters shall remain 10 metres behind the firing line. h. A competitor who drops his/her firearm may not pick up the firearm himself/ herself. It shall be the safety officer s / timer s duty to prevent the competitor from doing so, and to alert the RO to pick up and clear the firearm himself before taking any further action. i. Safety catches, where applicable, shall be engaged while in the ready position. j. Trigger finger must be visibly outside of the trigger guard at all times until after the command / signal to commence fire is given. k. The hammer of a pistol or revolver may not be manually cocked, either fully or partially, prior to the start signal. Fingers must be clearly off the hammer of all firearms, until the start signal has sounded. l. Reloading shall be determined in accordance with the event category being shot. No rounds to be dropped into open chamber of a pistol, all loading must be done via magazine. m. The distance between shooters shall not be less than 1.5 metres, unless a partition is in place. n. Eye and ear protection shall be mandatory. o. Metal piercing, incendiary, tracer or any other unsafe ammunition as determined by the RO or Match Director is prohibited. p. Hand loaded ammunition shall not exceed safe pressure levels. q. Pin setters shall only go forward on the R.O.'s command. r. The rail shall constitute the firing line and may not be crossed without the range first being declared safe. s. Ready conditions of firearms in a match shall be, i. Revolvers - hammer down. ii. Single action pistols - hammer cocked with safety on. iii. Double action pistol - hammer down. iv. Selective action pistol - hammer down or cocked with safety on. t. In the event that a firearm cannot be unloaded due to a mechanical failure, the RO must make certain the offending firearm does not leave the firing line

13 before the firearm is rendered safe either by mechanical means, bagging or holstering. u. If a competitor is unable to finish a table / string due to injury or equipment malfunction that precludes him/her from completing the table / string, he/she shall raise his/her free hand and alert the officials as an indication of his/her predicament. v. No assistance / interference, physical or verbal instruction shall be given on a competitive level to a competitor after the signal to commence has been given unless there is a safety infringement. w. Trigger shoes may not exceed the width of the trigger guard. x. Safety officers / time keepers shall be close enough to the shooter to be able to intervene in safety matters, but not too close to hinder the competitor. y. The RO or Match Director may ban any firearm or ammunition which he deems to be unsafe. z. Holsters must be attached to the shooter s body and must meet all safety requirements Disciplinary Offences a. Any shooter breaking the 45 degree rule or whom the RO or the timers judge to be handling their weapon unsafely may be disqualified by the Match Director from the string, round or entire event. b. Gross unsportsmanlike behavior may invoke disqualification from the competition. c. No shooter shall be under the influence of alcohol, drugs or intoxicating matter. This will invoke disqualification from the entire match. d. The dropping of a firearm may be considered unsafe handling and may invoke disqualification from the string, round or entire event. e. Handling of firearms on the line once the range has been declared safe will result in disqualification from the round, stage or entire event. The Match Director s decision is final. f. Accidental discharge (AD) / negligent discharge (ND) or the shooter s equipment failure may result in disqualification from the event for the

14 competitor or banning of the equipment from the competition, the Match Director s decision is final. g. Any disciplinary procedure or action against a member must be given in writing as per Annexure and appropriate action taken. 29. Team Rules a. A team will consist of four members and each member must be specified before the start of the competition, with the best three scores to count towards the team total score. Any disabled team member due to injury or illness may be replaced by a pre-nominated reserve team member. b. In the case of a team member being disqualified from the match, the team s score for that member shall be zero. The match organizers will determine scoring. c. In the event that a team member is disqualified from any string / table he/she shall forfeit all score for that string / table. His/her score will restart upon commencement of the following string / table and count towards the team score total. d. Predestinated provincial teams as selected by each province will be eligible for team awards. Other teams, at the discretion of the match organizers, may be fielded for inter-provincial matches, but will not be eligible for team awards. e. A team member may only represent the SAPSF province in which he / she resides, unless authorised by the SAPSF Executive Committee to represent another province. f. Teams made up exclusively of ladies may shoot against other ladies teams for team awards; however they shall not be eligible team awards in another team at the same time. g. There must be a minimum of two teams in each category to qualify for team prizes or medals. In the event of two teams competing for team prizes or medals, the winning team will be awarded gold medals. In the event of three teams competing for team medals or prizes, the winning team will be awarded gold medals and the second team will be awarded silver medals. In the event of four or more teams, the winning team will be awarded gold medals, the second team will be awarded silver medals and the third team will be awarded bronze medals. This will apply to all categories. 11

15 12 h. The above rule will also apply to individual disciplines. i. Every province will submit to SAPSF the provincial teams to compete in the Nationals prior to the event taking place, before the closing date of the event. The teams may be changed due to illness and other legitimate reasons. This information must be available to all participating provinces and each province will be required to send at least one team to any National shoot unless by prior arrangement with SAPSF for which the reasons would have to be submitted and deemed to be valid. 30. Range Set-up a. A safe range shall constitute a range with: i. Clearly defined danger area demarcated by red markers; ii. Containment of directed shots; iii. Good spectator control; iv. A clearly demarcated unloading bay; v. A design or layout where stray shots may cause no danger; vi. A fumble zone facility. b. The range shall have a backstop and side screens conforming to at least the minimum requirements established by the appropriate authorities for shooting ranges. c. The firing points and the tables shall be suitably constructed to adequately and safely meet the requirements of the disciplines that are to be shot, subject to Annexure as per approval of the SAPSF Executive Committee. d. A range must have a safe area or Fumble Zone, where shooters may handle and maintain his / her firearm(s). NO LIVE AMMUNITION whatsoever is allowed in the Fumble Zone. e. A range must have a safe area or Un-Loading Bay / Fumble Zone, where one shooter at a time may handle or maintain his / her firearm(s). LIVE AMMUNITION is allowed in this area under the direct supervision of a nominated competent person.

16 Range Rules a. All pin shooting disciplines must take place under the direct control and supervision of a South African Pin Shooting Federation certified Range Officer (RO) who must control all access to, and actions on, the shooting range. b. Any person attending a pin shooting event shall be subject to the authority of the appointed SAPSF Range Officer while on the range. c. A re-shoot can only be authorised under the following conditions: i. if the shoot is stopped for safety reasons; or ii. in the event of range equipment failure; or iii. in the event of a tie. d. On elimination rounds the RO/Timer will indicate the elimination of a shooter by touching his/her back. e. A predetermined format as per Annexure shall be used for elimination rounds. f. The time recorded by the officiating timekeepers shall be final, unless a dispute is declared, in which event the Match Director will consult with the provincial heads to discuss and resolve the issue. g. In the event of any dispute the Match Director s decision will be final, and he / she shall be in overall charge of all disciplines and actions on the range. h. Rules and regulations may be temporarily changed to suit the range, course, safety or at the Match Director s discretion with due notification prior to the event. i. Only paid up SAPSF members may receive certificates and medals in any SAPSF sanctioned shoot.

17 Range Commands The following range commands shall be standardized and used at all competitions. a. THE RANGE IS CLOSED Once this command has been given, no person is allowed in front of the firing line. b. SHOOTERS TO THE LINE No persons other than the shooter, time keepers and Range Officers are now allowed in the firing area. c. YOU MAY UNBAG OR UNHOLSTER YOUR FIREARMS AND SHOW CLEAR WITH SLIDE LOCKED BACK OR CYLINDER OPEN i. Timekeeper is to supervise the un-bagging/un-holstering of the firearm to ensure safety ii. No firearm may be un-bagged / un-holstered without a timekeeper or Range Officer being present iii. Timekeeper is to inspect the firearm to confirm that firearm is unloaded and that the shooter does not break the 45 degree rule. d. LOAD AND MAKE READY" i. Timekeeper is to ensure that the safety is engaged where applicable, or the hammer is down in the case of revolvers once the shooter has loaded. In the event where firearms do not fall in this category, the RO to give his instruction. ii. Timekeeper is to ensure that the shooter s finger is visibly outside of the trigger guard. iii. Shooter may practice aim at targets with firearm. e. SHOOTERS ARE YOU READY?" If no indication to the contrary is given, the Range Officer will accept that the shooters are ready. f. TIMERS ARE YOU READY? If no indication to the contrary is given, the Range Officer will accept that the timers are ready. g. GUNS ON THE RAIL i. Once this command has been given, the muzzle must extend over the rail, with part of the firearm touching the rail / table / drum unless the event specifies otherwise. ii. After the command, the start signal must sound between three and six seconds after this command.

18 15 iii. iv. Should there be any reason to abort the start the command Stand Easy or Stand Down will be given by the RO. Once the situation has been resolved, the RO will restart the exercise with the Shooters are you ready? command and the countdown to the start signal. If there is any reason for anyone to go forward past the shooting line, all firearms must be unloaded and made safe. h. START SIGNAL (i.e. an audible, visual or tactile signal) Shooting commences with the start signal which can be either one or more of the following: A buzzer, whistle, visual light indicator, flag, or a light tap or touch from the timer, RO, or safety officer. i. STOP SIGNAL (i.e. an audible, visual or tactile signal) Shooting will stop immediately on the second signal which can be either one or more of the following: A buzzer, whistle visual light indicator or flag, or a light tap or touch from the timer, RO, or safety officer. Shooting will cease immediately if the command CEASE FIRE is shouted. j. CEASE FIRE, UNLOAD AND SHOW CLEAR" Timekeeper is to ensure i. that the firearm has been unloaded by visually inspecting the firearm. ii. in the case of pistols, the magazine has to be removed, any live iii. round removed and the slide locked back; and in the case of revolvers, with all spent shells or live rounds ejected and cylinder open. iv. once a shooter has been declared safe, the shooter to place his / her firearm on the table and step back from the firing line by at least one metre. This is a visual check for the RO to see that all shooters have been checked and declared safe. v. should there be further strings to be shot, refer to paragraph L below. vi. after the last table / sting has been completed, RO will continue with paragraph k. k. IF GUN CLEAR, HAMMER DOWN, BAG OR HOLSTER: CONFIRM i. Once the timekeeper is satisfied that the firearm has been unloaded, the shooter will drop the hammer to confirm the firearm s safety. ii. The shooter will proceed to bag or holster the firearm under the timekeeper s supervision. iii. After the shooter has bagged/holstered the firearm, the shooter and timekeeper will step back at least one metre from the firing line so

19 16 iv. The Range Officer will confirm that the firearm has been bagged or holstered by calling the table numbers. l. RANGE IS SAFE. PIN SETTERS YOU MAY GO FORWARD i. Once the range has been declared safe, cases may be collected. ii. In the event that pins are being reset before the end of a string, no person is allowed in the vicinity of the rail. Failure to adhere to this will result in immediate disqualification from the entire shoot. 33. Scoring of Timed Disciplines a. Times are measured by a person appointed as a timer, using a stop watch or electronic timing system. b. All pins must be off the table to complete the string. c. In timed disciplines, the time of each competitor s string is measured from the start signal, to the time the last pin hits the ground. d. Any pins that have been shot, but have not hit the ground at the end of the stop signal, are counted as being left on the table and are to be scored as DNF + (the number of pins left on the table). e. In the event of a pin landing on another table, to the left or right of the one being shot at, it is be counted as on the ground. f. Where a pin or pins are left on the table, after the stop signal (or command), the time is indicated as DNF + (the number of pins left on the table). This is calculated as (time allowed for string e.g. 40 seconds) + 2 seconds per pin left on the table. Example: Where 3 pins are left: Total time = 40 + (3x2) = 46 seconds. g. Where four strings are shot (at a National Championship) the average of the best three strings are calculated. This will constitute the competitor s time for the event. h. Where three strings are shot the average of the best two strings are calculated. This will constitute the competitor s time for the event. i. At league or other Championship disciplines, a minimum of three and a maximum of four tables can be shot and the worst time will be dropped. This format must be clarified in the entrance / application form, and is at the sole discretion of the hosting province / club.

20 17 j. To calculate results, the average times for every event are expressed as a percentage. This is calculated as follows: Percentage = (Fastest average time) / (Competitor s average time) x 100. Example: A competitor achieved an average of 20 s. The fastest average is 12 s. Result: 12 / 20 x 100 = 60%. (The winner achieves 100%). k. To calculate the aggregate result for a group of disciplines, the percentages of the competitor for the individual disciplines are added together. Then the score is again converted to a percentage, by dividing the competitor s total, by the highest total achieved, and multiplying by 100. Example: A competitor achieved 20%, 50%, 60%, 90% and 80% in the five disciplines in the Centre Fire Handgun disciplines. That adds up to a total of 300. The competitor with the highest total has a total of 400. Thus the final result is 300 / 400 x 100 = 75%. (The winner s result is 400 / 400 x 100 = 100%). l. It is highly recommended that results should be calculated by a suitable computer program. m. At League, Provincial and National shoots, all times must be recorded and submitted to SAPSF for record keeping, and to serve as proof of participation for Dedicated Sport Shooter Status purposes. n. At Provincial and National matches all recorded times must be issued in hard copy and made available to participants for scrutiny before final rankings and results are calculated. o. Where the times achieved by competitors are in question, it will be the Match Director s decision to order a re-shoot. p. Any person altering or tampering with times or scores will be guilty of gross unsportsmanlike behaviour and subject to a disciplinary procedure.

21 Scoring of Elimination Disciplines a. Elimination matches can be held with 4, 8, 16, 32 or 64 competitors in the first heat (shootout). b. Standard set-up of tables will be the same as per respective disciplines as described. c. If the range cannot accommodate all the competitors at once, the first (and subsequent) heats (shootouts) can be broken up into several shoots. d. Shooters compete against each other in pairs of two. The competitor who first clears his table will advance to the next level. The loser is eliminated. e. The format for eliminations will be as per the Annexure. f. A tapper, who is an experienced competitor, will watch a pair of two competitors, and when the first competitor has cleared his table, will gently tap the loser on his back or shoulder, to indicate that he / she must stop shooting. g. There is no time limit; competitors will continue shooting until the first competitor of each pair has cleared the table. h. If a shooter is not present at the command Shooters are you ready? his opponent automatically goes through to the next shootout.

22 19 DISCIPLINE RULES FOR TIMED DISCIPLINES 35. Nine Pin Tip-Over Discipline Annexure A a. Table Layout (front view and side view) b. Discipline Rules i. Any center-fire self-loading pistol or revolver, 9mm calibre or larger, may be used. ii. Recommended high capacity 9mmP pistol or larger. iii. Optical sights are NOT allowed. Open sights and fiber optic inserts iv. are allowed. No restriction on loading capacity of magazine(s). Extended magazines are allowed. v. Re-loading of firearm within the allotted time is allowed. vi. Compensators, weights and other performance-enhancing attachments are allowed. vii. viii. ix. A total of nine full sized pins to be placed spacing as best possible on a single tier table at a distance of 7.6 metres from the front of the shooting line. If a double-tier table is used, pins are to be set close to the rear edge of the table. (See diagram above). Maximum time of 40 seconds for each string. Pee-Wee competitors (aged between 8 and 13 years) only are allowed to use a.22 Rim fire pistol, and may use the rail as a rest while shooting.

23 Five Pin: Pin Gun Discipline Annexure B a. Table Layout (front view and side view) b. Discipline Rules i. Any pistol or revolver may be used (See definition for a Pin Gun) ii. Recommended calibers Revolvers:.357 Magnum to.50ae and, Pistols: 40 S&W, 10mm to 45 ACP. iii. Optical sights are NOT allowed. Open sights and fiber optic inserts are allowed. iv. A maximum of eight rounds may be loaded before the start signal. v. Re-loading of firearm within the allotted time is allowed, as long as no more than eight rounds are in the firearm at any one time. vi. If more than eight rounds are discharged without re-loading, an automatic disqualification of that string will result for the shooter. vii. If a revolver is used, a back-up revolver may also be used. viii. Full moon clips, half moon clips or speed loaders may be used. ix. A total of five pins to be placed on a double tier table, two pins on the top tier and three pins on the bottom tier at a distance of 7.6 metres from the front of the shooting line. x. Maximum time of 40 seconds for each string.

24 Five Pin: Stock Gun Discipline Annexure C a. Table Layout (front view and side view) b. Discipline Rules i. A stock pistol or revolver may be used (See definition for a Stock Gun). ii. Recommended calibers Revolvers:.357 Magnum to.50ae and Pistols: 40 S&W, 10mm to 45 ACP. iii. Optical sights are NOT allowed. Open sights and fiber optic inserts are allowed. iv. A maximum of eight rounds may be loaded before the start signal v. Re-loading of firearm within the allotted time is allowed, as long as no more than eight rounds are loaded at any one time. vi. If more than eight rounds are discharged without re-loading, an automatic disqualification of that string will result for the shooter. vii. If a revolver is used, a back-up revolver may also be used. viii. ix. Full moon clips or half moon clips or speed loaders may be used. A total of five pins to be placed on a double tier table, two pins on the top tier and three pins on the bottom tier at a distance of 7.6 metres from the front of the shooting line. x. Maximum time of 40 seconds for each string.

25 Eight Pin: Pin Revolver Discipline Annexure D a. Table Layout (front view and side view) b. Discipline Rules i. Any center-fire revolver (single or double action) may be used. (See definition for a Pin Revolver) ii. Recommended Calibers:.357 Magnum to.50ae. iii. Optical sights are NOT allowed. Open sights and fiber optic inserts are allowed. iv. Six-shot, seven-shot or eight-shot revolvers may be used, fully loaded before the start signal. v. Re-loading of firearm within the allotted time with speed loaders, half-moon clips or full moon clips are allowed. vi. vii. viii. A second revolver is not allowed on the table / rail. A total of eight full sized pins to be placed on a double tier table, in two rows of four one above the other, approximately 38 cm apart at a distance of 7.6 metres from the front of the shooting line. Maximum time of 40 seconds for each string.

26 Eight Pin: Stock Revolver Discipline Annexure E a. Table Layout (front view and side view) b. Discipline Rules i. Any factory original center-fire revolver (single or double action) may be used. (See definition of Stock Revolver). ii. Recommended Calibers:.357 Magnum to.50ae. iii. Optical sights are NOT allowed. Open sights and fiber optic inserts are allowed. iv. Six-shot, seven-shot or eight-shot revolvers may be used. A MAXIMUM OF SIX ROUNDS may be loaded before the start signal. v. A compulsory manual reload is required in the stock revolver discipline. vi. A reload is defined as ejecting all shells from the firearm; where after A MAXIMUM OF SIX ROUNDS may be loaded. vii. In the event that the shooter manages to clear the table with 6 shots, he has to reload and fire a shot over the table in order to stop the time. viii. NO speed loaders, NO half-moon clips and NO full moon clips may be used. In revolvers that use rimless ammunition, no more than 2 (two) cartridges may be held together by clips. ix. A second revolver is not allowed. x. A total of eight full sized pins to be placed on a double tier table, in two rows of four one above the other, approximately 38 cm apart at a distance of 7.6 metres from the front of the shooting line. xi. Maximum time of 40 seconds for each string.

27 Five Pin: Pocket Pistol Discipline Annexure F a. Table Layout (front view and side view) b. Discipline Rules i. Any centre-fire pistol with a barrel length of less than (99mm) in length is allowed. To determine this length, the total barrel length, from breech face to the furthest forward part of the firearm, will be measured. ii. Recommended calibers:.32 / 7,65mm. iii. Optical sights are NOT allowed. Open sights and fiber optic inserts are allowed. iv. A maximum of six rounds may be loaded before the start signal. v. Re-loading can be done with pre-loaded magazines; but as long as no more than six rounds are loaded at any one time, and as long as it is within the allotted time. vi. A total of FIVE full-sized pins to be placed on a single tier table, approximately 38 cm apart, at a distance of 7.6 metres from the front of the shooting line. vii. Maximum time of 40 seconds for each string.

28 Five Pin: Subway Snubby Revolver Discipline Annexure G a. Table Layout (front view and side view) b. Discipline Rules i. Any centre fire revolver with a barrel not exceeding 3 (76mm) in length. Barrel length will be measured from forward cylinder face, to the furthest forward part of the firearm. This measurement will include the forcing cone and any muzzle appendages or ports and chambers. ii. Recommended calibers:.32 / 7,65mm. iii. Optical sights are NOT allowed. Open sights and fiber optic inserts are allowed. iv. A maximum of six rounds may be loaded before the start signal. v. Re-loading can be done with speed loaders, full moon clips or halfmoon clips; but as long as no more than six rounds are loaded at any one time, and as long as it is within the allotted time. vi. A total of FIVE full-sized pins to be placed on a single tier table, approximately 38 cm apart, at a distance of 7.6 metres from the front of the shooting line. vii. Maximum time of 40 seconds for each string.

29 Five Pin:.22 Rim Fire Handgun Discipline Annexure H a. Table Layout (front view and side view) b. Discipline Rules i. Any.22 caliber rim fire revolver (single or double action) or pistol may be used. ii. Optical sights are NOT allowed. Open sights and fiber optic inserts are allowed. iii. iv. A maximum of eight rounds may be loaded before the start signal. Re-loading can be done with speed loaders and magazines, as long as no more than eight rounds are loaded at any one time, and as long as it is within the allotted time. v. A total of FIVE pin heads to be placed on a single tier table, approximately 38 cm apart, at a distance of 7.6 metres from the front of the shooting line. vi. Maximum time of 40 seconds for each string.

30 Eight Pin: Space Gun Discipline Annexure I a. Table Layout (front view and side view) a. Discipline Rules i. Any center-fire pistol or revolver may be used. ii. Any and all modifications allowed, as long as the weapon is still a handgun. That includes any type of optical or other sight, compensators, weights etc. iii. No limitation on ammunition capacity or reloads. iv. A total of eight full sized pins to be placed on a double tier table, in two rows of four one above the other, approximately 38 cm apart at a distance of 7.6 metres from the front of the shooting line. v. The rules and / or table layout may be changed by the Match Director, to a 5-pin, 9-pin, or any other suitable layout, with adequate prior notice to competitors. Adequate prior notice will be at invitation to the match. vi. Maximum time of 40 seconds for each string.

31 Eight Pin: Rim Fire Manual Rifle Discipline Annexure J a. Table Layout (front view and side view) b. Discipline Rules i. Any.22 caliber rim fire rifle (bolt-action, lever-action, pump-action) may be used. ii. Optical sights or open sights will be allowed. iii. A maximum of ten rounds may be loaded before the start signal, under the direction of the Range Officer. iv. Re-loading of firearm within the allotted time is allowed, as long as no more than ten rounds are loaded at any one time. v. A total of EIGHT full-sized pins will be placed as follows: Four fullsized pins to be placed 30 cm above ground level, 38 cm apart and at a distance of 30 metres from the front of the shooting line. A second row of four full-sized pins to be placed 40 cm above ground level, approximately 38 cm apart, at a distance of 15 metres from the shooting line. vi. Alternatively, five full sized pins may be placed at a distance of 25m, OR 5 pin heads may be placed at a distance of 7,6m, as the available range permits. vii. Range layout may be changed by the Match Director, from the specifications above, to accommodate the available range and safety requirements, with adequate prior notice to competitors. Adequate prior notice will be at invitation to the match. viii. Competitor will start in the standing position behind the shooting line, roughly in the center of the two tiers of PINS, with.22 rifle preloaded with a maximum of ten rounds, safety engaged or hammer down, finger clearly outside of trigger guard, and barrel pointing downrange and held at an angle of approximately 45 degrees towards the ground at the Guns on the rail command.

32 ix. Once the command or signal to commence the exercise is given, shooter may move in a safe manner to any of the following recognized shooting positions: 1. remain standing; or 2. go to the kneeling position; or 3. go to the sitting position; or 4. go to the prone position as long as the front of the competitor s barrel remains in line with the shooting line and all motion / movements are done in a safe manner. x. Maximum time of 40 seconds for each string. xi. Pins may be shot in any order; and all pins and/or pin heads must be toppled over in order to complete the string. xii. If two or more range set-ups are possible, it is suggested that competitors swap positions in an effort to eliminate any unfair advantage one competitor may have over another. xiii. Any device not stipulated above that allows an unfair advantage and not in keeping with the general spirit of sportsmanship will be excluded from use in this event. xiv. A compliment of at least three entrants in each grouping or subcategory will constitute the minimum entry for recognition and prizegiving. xv. Only Pee-Wee competitors (aged between 8 and 13 years) are allowed to use a mono-pod, bi-pod, tri-pod or bean bag as rest while shooting. xvi. Any deviation from the rules regarding starting position is at the discretion of the Match Director. 29

33 Eight Pin: Rim Fire Self-Loading Rifle Discipline Annexure K a. Table Layout (front view and side view) b. Discipline Rules i. Any.22 calibre rim-fire self-loading rifle may be used. ii. Optical sights or open sights are allowed. iii. A maximum number of rounds may be loaded before the start signal. iv. Re-loading of firearm within the allotted time is allowed. v. A total of EIGHT full-sized pins will be placed as follows: Four fullsized pins to be placed 40cm above ground level, 38 cm apart and at a distance of 30 metres from the front of the shooting line; and a second row of four full-sized pins to be placed 40cm above ground level, approximately 38 cm apart, at a distance of 15 metres from the shooting line. vi. Alternatively, five full sized pins may be placed at a distance of 25m, OR 5 pin heads may be placed at a distance of 7,6m, as the available range permits. vii. Range layout may be changed by the Match Director, from the specifications above, to accommodate the available range and safety requirements, with adequate prior notice to competitors. Adequate prior notice will be at invitation to the match. viii. Competitor will start in the standing position behind the shooting line, roughly in the centre of the two tiers of PINS, with.22 rifle preloaded to its maximum, safety engaged, finger clearly outside of trigger guard, and barrel pointing downrange and held at an angle of approximately 45 degrees towards the ground at the Guns on the rail command.

34 ix. Once the command or signal to commence the exercise is given, shooter may move in a safe manner to any of the following recognized shooting positions: 1) remain standing; or 2) go to the kneeling position; or 3) go to the sitting position, or 4) go to the prone position as long as the front of the competitor s barrel remains in line with the shooting line and all motion / movements are done in a safe manner. x. Maximum time of 40 seconds for each string. xi. Pins may be shot in any order; and all pins and/or pin heads must be toppled over in order to complete the string. xii. If two or more range set-ups are possible, it is suggested that competitors swap positions in an effort to eliminate any unfair advantage one competitor may have over another. xiii. Any device not stipulated above that allows an unfair advantage and not in keeping with the general spirit of sportsmanship will be excluded from use in this event. xiv. A compliment of at least three entrants in each grouping or subcategory will constitute the minimum entry for recognition and prizegiving. xv. Only Pee-Wee competitors (aged between 8 and 13 years) are allowed to use a mono-pod, bi-pod, tri-pod or bean bag as rest while shooting. 31

35 46. Five Pin: Manual Shotgun Discipline Annexure L a. Table Layout (front view and side view) 32 b. Discipline Rules i. Any manual SHOTGUN may be used. ii. Optical sights are NOT allowed. Open sights and fiber optic inserts are allowed. iii. A total of FIVE full-sized pins to be placed on a double tier table, two pins on the top tier and three pins on the bottom tier (as per graphic) at a distance of 7.6 metres from the front of the shooting line. iv. A maximum of THREE rounds may be loaded before the start signal, under the instruction of the Range Officer. v. Starting position will be: Shotgun loaded with a maximum of THREE rounds, safety engaged or hammer down, finger clearly outside of the trigger guard, and the barrel of the firearm touching the rail / table at the Guns on the rail command. vi. Manual re-loading of the shotgun within the allotted time is allowed, but only after the first shot has been fired. vii. All speed loading devices are prohibited. viii. Additional ammunition may be kept on the shooting table, in belt clips, in an ammo box, wooden blocks or in a stripper clip attached to the firearm, as long as safety is not compromised. ix. Maximum time of 40 seconds for each string. x. Any device not stipulated above that allows an unfair advantage and not in keeping with the general spirit of sportsmanship will be excluded from use in this event. xi. A compliment of at least three entrants in each grouping or subcategory will constitute the minimum entry for recognition and prizegiving.

36 Five Pin: Self-Loading Shotgun Discipline Annexure M a. Table Layout (front view and side view) b. Discipline Rules i. Any self-loading SHOTGUN may be used. ii. Optical sights are NOT allowed. Open sights and fiber optic inserts are allowed. iii. A total of FIVE full-sized pins to be placed on a double tier table, two pins on the top tier and three pins on the bottom tier (as per graphic) at a distance of 7.6 metres from the front of the shooting line. iv. A maximum of THREE rounds may be loaded before the start signal, under the instruction of the Range Officer. v. Starting position will be: Shotgun loaded with a maximum of THREE rounds, safety engaged, finger clearly outside of the trigger guard, and the barrel of the firearm touching the rail / table at the Guns on the rail command. vi. Manual re-loading of the shotgun within the allotted time is allowed, but only after the first shot has been fired. vii. viii. All speed loading devices are prohibited. Additional ammunition may be kept on the shooting table, in belt clips, in an ammo box, wooden blocks or in a stripper clip attached to the firearm, as long as safety is not compromised. ix. Maximum time of 40 seconds for each string. x. Any device not stipulated above that allows an unfair advantage and not in keeping with the general spirit of sportsmanship will be excluded from use in this event. xi. A compliment of at least three entrants in each grouping or subcategory will constitute the minimum entry for recognition and prizegiving. 48. Five Pin: Open Shotgun Discipline Annexure N

37 34 a. Table Layout (front view and side view) b. Discipline Rules i. Any SHOTGUN may be used. ii. Any sights are allowed. iii. A total of FIVE full-sized pins to be placed on a double tier table, two pins on the top tier and three pins on the bottom tier (as per graphic) at a distance of 7.6 metres from the front of the shooting line. iv. The rules and / or table layout may be changed by the Match Director, to an 8-pin, 9-pin, or any other suitable layout, with adequate prior notice to competitors. Adequate prior notice will be at invitation to the match. v. Starting position will be: Shotgun loaded, safety engaged, finger clearly outside of the trigger guard, and the barrel of the firearm touching the rail / table at the Guns on the rail command. vi. No limitation on ammunition capacity or reloads. vii. viii. Maximum time of 40 seconds for each string. A compliment of at least three entrants in each grouping or subcategory will constitute the minimum entry for recognition and prizegiving.

38 FIVE Pin: Manual Light Rifle Discipline Annexure O a. Table Layout b. Discipline Rules i. Any manual light calibre centre fire rifle (e.g..223 calibre) may be used. ii. Open sights or optical sights will be allowed. iii. A total of FIVE full-sized pins will be placed as follows: Two full-sized pins to be placed 20 cm above ground level, approximately 38 cm apart and at a distance of 100 metres from the front of the shooting line. A second row of three full-sized pins to be placed 20 cm above ground level, approximately 38 cm apart, at a distance of 50 metres from the shooting line. iv. Range layout may be changed by the Match Director, from the specifications above, to accommodate the available range and safety requirements, with adequate prior notice to competitors. Adequate prior notice will be at invitation to the match. v. A maximum of five rounds may be loaded before the start signal, under the direction of the Range Officer. vi. Re-loading of firearm within the allotted time is allowed, as long as no more than five rounds are loaded at any one time. vii. Competitor will start in the standing position behind the shooting line with light rifle pre-loaded with a maximum of five rounds, safety engaged, finger clearly outside of trigger guard, and barrel pointing downrange and held at a 45 degree angle towards the ground at the Guns on the rail command. viii. Once the command or signal to commence the exercise is given, shooter may move in a safe manner to any of the following recognized shooting positions: 1) remain standing; or 2) go to the kneeling position; or 3) go to the sitting position; or 4) go to the prone position. as long as the front of the competitor s barrel remains in line with the shooting line; and all motion / movements are done in a safe

39 manner. No part of the shooter s body may extend beyond the firearm s muzzle. ix. Maximum time of 40 seconds for each string. x. A minimum of two strings in league and/or Provincials; and a minimum of three strings at a National event are to be contested. xi. Pins may be shot in any order; and all pins must be toppled over at both distances in order to complete the string. xii. Competitor may not use any form of support other that his / her body and the ground when shooting from any of the four allowed shooting stances. No tri-pods, bi-pods or mono-pods may be used. No bean bags or any other type of support may be used. xiii. A compliment of at least three entrants in each grouping or subcategory will constitute the minimum entry for recognition and prizegiving. xiv. Any device not stipulated above that allows an unfair advantage and not in keeping with the general spirit of sportsmanship will be excluded from use in this event. xv. If two or more range set-ups are possible, it is suggested that competitors swap positions in an effort to eliminate any unfair advantage one competitor may have over another. xvi. It is recommended that pins be used as targets throughout, even at the further distance, in keeping with our sport of PIN shooting. That is, avoid the use of plates, if possible. 36

40 EIGHT Pin: Self-Loading Light Rifle Discipline Annexure P a. Table Layout b. Discipline Rules i. Any self-loading light calibre centre fire rifle (e.g..223 calibre) may be used. ii. iii. Open sights and optical sights are allowed. A total of EIGHT full-sized pins will be placed as follows: Three fullsized pins to be placed 20 cm above ground level, approximately 38 cm apart and at a distance of 100 metres from the front of the shooting line; and a second row of five full-sized pins to be placed 20 cm above ground level, approximately 38 cm apart, at a distance of 50 metres from the shooting line. iv. Range layout may be changed by the Match Director, from the specifications above, to accommodate the available range and safety requirements, with adequate prior notice to competitors. (Adequate prior notice will be at invitation to the match.) v. An unlimited number of rounds may be loaded before the start vi. vii. viii. signal, under the direction of the Range Officer. Re-loading of firearm within the allotted time is allowed. Competitor will start in the standing position behind the shooting line with light rifle pre-loaded, safety engaged, finger clearly outside of trigger guard, and barrel pointing downrange and held at a 45 degree angle towards the ground at the Guns on the rail command. Once the command or signal to commence the exercise is given, shooter may move in a safe manner to any of the following recognized shooting positions: 1) remain standing; or 2) go to the kneeling position; or 3) go to the sitting position; or 4) go to the prone position as long as the front of the competitor s barrel remains in line with the shooting line and all motion / movements are done in a safe manner.

41 No part of the shooter s body may extend beyond the firearm s muzzle. ix. Maximum time of 40 seconds for each string. x. A minimum of two strings in league and/or Provincials; and a minimum of three strings at a National event are to be contested. xi. Pins may be shot in any order; and all pins must be toppled over at both distances in order to complete the string. xii. Competitor may not use any form of support other that his / her body and the ground when shooting from any of the four allowed shooting stances. No tri-pods, bi-pods or mono-pods may be used. No bean bags or any other type of support may be used. xiii. A compliment of at least three entrants in each grouping or subcategory will constitute the minimum entry for recognition and prizegiving. xiv. Any device not stipulated above that allows an unfair advantage and not in keeping with the general spirit of sportsmanship will be excluded from use in this event. xv. If two or more range set-ups are possible, it is suggested that competitors swap positions in an effort to eliminating any unfair advantage one competitor may have over another. xvi. It is recommended that pins be used as targets throughout, even at the further distance, in keeping with our sport of PIN shooting. That is, avoid the use of plates, if possible. 38

42 Eight Pin: Manual Rifle Discipline Annexure Q a. Table Layout b. Discipline Rules i. Any manual centre fire rifle >.223 calibre may be used. ii. Open sights or optical sights will be allowed. iii. A total of EIGHT full-sized pins will be placed as follows: FIVE fullsized pins to be placed 20 cm above ground level, approximately 38 cm apart and at a distance of 100 metres from the front of the shooting line. A second row of THREE full-sized pins to be placed 20 cm above ground level, approximately 38 cm apart, at a distance of 50 metres from the shooting line. iv. Range layout may be changed by the Match Director, from the specifications above, to accommodate the available range and safety requirements, with adequate prior notice to competitors. Adequate prior notice will be at invitation to the match. v. A maximum of five rounds may be loaded before the start signal, under the direction of the Range Officer. vi. Re-loading of firearm within the allotted time is allowed, as long as no more than five rounds are loaded at any one time. vii. Competitor will start in the standing position behind the shooting line with light rifle pre-loaded with a maximum of five rounds, safety engaged, finger clearly outside of trigger guard, and barrel pointing downrange and held at a 45 degree angle towards the ground at the Guns on the rail command. viii. Once the command or signal to commence the exercise is given, shooter may move in a safe manner to any of the following recognized shooting positions: 1. remain standing; or 2. go to the kneeling position; or 3. go to the sitting position; or 4. go to the prone position.

43 as long as the front of the competitor s barrel remains in line with the shooting line and all motion / movements are done in a safe manner. No part of the shooter s body may extend beyond the firearm s muzzle. ix. Maximum time of 40 seconds for each string. x. A minimum of two strings in league and/or Provincials; and a minimum of three strings at a National event are to be contested. xi. Pins may be shot in any order; and all pins must be toppled over at both distances in order to complete the string. xii. Competitor may not use any form of support other that his / her body and the ground when shooting from any of the four allowed shooting stances. No tri-pods, bi-pods or mono-pods may be used. No bean bags or any other type of support may be used. xiii. A compliment of at least three entrants in each grouping or sub- category will constitute the minimum entry for recognition and prizegiving. xiv. allows an unfair advantage and Any device not stipulated above that not in keeping with the general spirit of sportsmanship will be excluded from use in this event. xv. If two or more range set-ups are possible, it is suggested that competitors swap positions in an effort to eliminate any unfair advantage one competitor may have over another. xvi. It is recommended that pins be used as targets throughout, even at the further distance, in keeping with our sport of PIN shooting. That is, avoid the use of plates, if possible. 40

44 Eight Pin: Self-Loading Rifle Discipline Annexure R a. Table Layout b. Discipline Rules i. Any self-loading centre fire rifle >.223 calibre may be used. ii. Open sights and optical sights are allowed. iii. A total of EIGHT full-sized pins will be placed as follows: Three fullsized pins to be placed 20 cm above ground level, approximately 38 cm apart and at a distance of 100 metres from the front of the shooting line; and a second row of five full-sized pins to be placed 20 cm above ground level, approximately 38 cm apart, at a distance of 50 metres from the shooting line. iv. Range layout may be changed by the Match Director, from the specifications above, to accommodate the available range and safety requirements, with adequate prior notice to competitors. Adequate prior notice will be at invitation to the match. v. An unlimited number of rounds may be loaded before the start signal, under the direction of the Range Officer. vi. Re-loading of firearm within the allotted time is allowed. vii. Competitor will start in the standing position behind the shooting line with light rifle pre-loaded, safety engaged, finger clearly outside of trigger guard, and barrel pointing downrange and held at a 45 degree angle towards the ground at the Guns on the rail command. viii. Once the command or signal to commence the exercise is given, shooter may move in a safe manner to any of the following recognized shooting positions: 1) remain standing; or 2) go to the kneeling position; or 3) go to the sitting position; or 4) go to the prone position as long as the front of the competitor s barrel remains in line with the shooting line and all motion / movements are done in a safe manner. No part of the shooter s body may extend beyond the firearm s muzzle.

45 ix. Maximum time of 40 seconds for each string. x. A minimum of two strings in league and/or Provincials; and a minimum of three strings at a National event are to be contested. xi. Pins may be shot in any order; and all pins must be toppled over at both distances in order to complete the string. xii. Competitor may not use any form of support other that his / her body and the ground when shooting from any of the four allowed shooting stances. No tri-pods, bi-pods or mono-pods may be used. No bean bags or any other type of support may be used. xiii. A compliment of at least three entrants in each grouping or subcategory will constitute the minimum entry for recognition and prizegiving. xiv. Any device not stipulated above that allows an unfair advantage and not in keeping with the general spirit of sportsmanship will be excluded from use in this event. xv. If two or more range set-ups are possible, it is suggested that competitors swap positions in an effort to eliminating any unfair advantage one competitor may have over another. xvi. It is recommended that pins be used as targets throughout, even at the further distance, in keeping with our sport of PIN shooting. That is, avoid the use of plates, if possible. 42

46 FIVE Pin: Manual Carbine Discipline Annexure S a. Table Layout b. Discipline Rules i. Any manual-loading carbine that fires centre-fire ammunition, normally used in handguns, may be used (e.g..357 and 44 Magnum lever action or pump action carbines). ii. iii. Open iron sights or optical sights are allowed. A total of FIVE full-sized pins will be placed as follows: TWO fullsized pins to be placed 20 cm above ground level, approximately 38 cm apart and at a distance of 50 metres from the front of the shooting line. A second row of THREE full-sized pins to be placed 20 cm above ground level, approximately 38 cm apart, at a distance of 25 metres from the shooting line. iv. Range layout may be changed by the Match Director, from the specifications above, to accommodate the available range and safety requirements, with adequate prior notice to competitors. Adequate prior notice will be at invitation to the match. v. A maximum of 10 rounds may be loaded before the start signal, vi. vii. viii. under the direction of the Range Officer. Re-loading of firearm within the allotted time is allowed only by sideloading. Competitor will start in the standing position behind the shooting line with carbine pre-loaded with a maximum of ten rounds, safety engaged, finger clearly outside of trigger guard, and barrel pointing downrange and held at a 45 degree angle towards the ground at the Guns on the rail command. Once the command or signal to commence the exercise is given, shooter may move in a safe manner to any of the following recognized shooting positions: 1) remain standing; or 2) go to the kneeling position; or 3) go to the sitting position; or 4) go to the prone position

47 as long as the front of the competitor s barrel remains in line with the shooting line and all motion / movements are done in a safe manner. No part of the shooter s body may extend beyond the firearm s muzzle. ix. Maximum time of 40 seconds for each string. x. Pins may be shot in any order; and all pins must be toppled over at both distances in order to complete the string. xi. Competitor may not use any form of support other that his / her body and the ground when shooting from any of the four allowed shooting stances. No tri-pods, bi-pods or mono-pods may be used. No bean bags or any other type of support may be used. xii. A compliment of at least three entrants in each grouping or subcategory will constitute the minimum entry for recognition and prizegiving. xiii. Any device not stipulated above that allows an unfair advantage and not in keeping with the general spirit of sportsmanship will be excluded from use in this event. xiv. If two or more range set-ups are possible, it is suggested that competitors swap positions in an effort to eliminating any unfair advantage one competitor may have over another. xv. It is recommended that pins be used as targets throughout, even at the further distance, in keeping with our sport of PIN shooting. That is, avoid the use of plates, if possible. 44

48 EIGHT Pin: Self-Loading Carbine Discipline Annexure T a. Table Layout b. Discipline Rules i. Any self-loading carbine that fires centre-fire ammunition, normally used in handguns, may be used. ii. Open sights or optical sights are allowed. iii. A total of EIGHT full-sized pins will be placed as follows: Three fullsized pins to be placed 20 cm above ground level, approximately 38 cm apart and at a distance of 50 metres from the front of the shooting line; and a second row of five full-sized pins to be placed 20 cm above ground level, approximately 38 cm apart, at a distance of 25 metres from the shooting line. iv. Range layout may be changed by the Match Director, from the specifications above, to accommodate the available range and safety requirements, with adequate prior notice to competitors. Adequate prior notice will be at invitation to the match. v. A maximum of twenty rounds may be loaded before the start signal, under the direction of the Range Officer. vi. Re-loading of firearm within the allotted time is allowed, as long as no more than twenty rounds are loaded at any one time. vii. Competitor will start in the standing position behind the shooting line with Self-loading carbine pre-loaded with a maximum of twenty rounds, safety engaged, finger clearly outside of trigger guard, and barrel pointing downrange and held at a 45 degree angle towards the ground at the Guns on the rail command. viii. Once the command or signal to commence the exercise is given, shooter may move in a safe manner to any of the following recognized shooting positions: 1) remain standing; or 2) go to the kneeling position; or 3) go to the sitting position; or 4) go to the prone position

49 as long as the front of the competitor s barrel remains in line with the shooting line and all motion / movements are done in a safe manner. No part of the shooter s body may extend beyond the firearm s muzzle. ix. Maximum time of 40 seconds for each string. x. Pins may be shot in any order; and all pins must be toppled over at both distances in order to complete the string. xi. Competitor may not use any form of support other that his / her body and the ground when shooting from any of the four allowed shooting stances. No tri-pods, bi-pods or mono-pods may be used. No bean bags or any other type of support may be used. xii. A compliment of at least three entrants in each grouping or subcategory will constitute the minimum entry for recognition and prizegiving. xiii. Any device not stipulated above that allows an unfair advantage and not in keeping with the general spirit of sportsmanship will be excluded from use in this event. xiv. If two or more range set-ups are possible, it is suggested that competitors swap positions in an effort to eliminating any unfair advantage one competitor may have over another. xv. It is recommended that pins be used as targets throughout, even at the further distance, in keeping with our sport of PIN shooting. That is, avoid the use of plates, if possible. 46

50 55. ELIMINATIONS Annexure U 16 SHOOTER ELIMINATION CONTESTS: (Event) 47 This elimination log is a proposal and each hosting province may use alternatives

51 48 8 SHOOTER ELIMINATION CONTEST: (Event) This elimination log is a proposal and each hosting province may use alternatives 4 SHOOTER ELIMINATION CONTEST: (Event) This elimination log is a proposal and each hosting province may use alternatives

52 49 SAPSF MEMBERS CODE OF CONDUCT SAFETY PROCEDURES AND RANGE ETIQUETTE FOR MEMBERS, INVITED GUESTS and VISITORS 1. Obey and support all Range Officer s commands without question. The Range Officer has complete authority. 2. Any disputes must be lodged and resolved immediately if possible. If a dispute cannot be resolved on the line, the matter must be adjudicated by the Match Director whose decision will be final. 3. During a shoot the range is deemed private property, open only to members and their invited guests. 4. Members must accompany guests at all times. Members are responsible for the safe conduct of their guests at all times while on the Club s property. 5. Members must ensure that guests are familiarized with the safety rules relative to the planned activities. 6. Shooters must be on the range on at the designated starting time and attend the safety briefing. Shooters arriving after that time must obtain permission from the duty Range Officer / Match Director to shoot. 7. No firearms may be un bagged or handled unless under the instruction of the duty Range Officer. 8. All firearms must be brought to the range unloaded and only loaded at the command of the Range Officer. 9. Carry guns must be unloaded in a safety area (unloading bay) before coming onto the range. 10. Eye and ear protection is a compulsory requirement by all shooters and spectators at all times while shooting is in progress. 11. It is the duty of every shooter to ensure that his/her firearm is in good working order and that reloaded ammunition is checked for safe loads, chambering, high primers, etc. before going onto the firing line. The shooter will forfeit scores for that string or event and may not demand a re shoot if his/her ammunition and/or weapon malfunctions. 12. In the event of repeated malfunctions that delay the shoot, or provoke possible safety infringements, a shooter will be requested to make safe, bag or holster the firearm, and leave the line. Once he/she has corrected the problem to the satisfaction of the Range Officer, he/she may continue the shoot at the sole discretion of the Range Officer should time and circumstances permit. 13. Shooters must maintain muzzle control in a safe direction at all times. 14. The firearm safety-catch must be applied where applicable. 15. Fingers must be demonstrably off the trigger in all actions (i.e. clearly outside of the trigger guard), except in the process of firing shots after the command has been given to commence an exercise. This applies especially when loading, drawing, clearing malfunctions and moving between firing stations.

53 The hammer of a pistol or revolver may not be manually cocked, either fully or partially, prior to the start signal. Fingers must be clearly off the hammer of all firearms, until the start signal has sounded. On pistols, the hammer is automatically cocked when retracting the slide. The hammer may be lowered only by using the de-cocking lever or, if not de-cocked, the safety catch must be applied. 17. Every Club member will be subjected to a safety audit whenever necessary, in which any bad habits that may have developed will be pointed out for correction by the Range Officer s Committee. 18. Any distraction to other shooters via conduct, words or actions could be considered as unsportsmanlike behaviour and can lead the perpetrator to disciplinary action as determined by the Match Director. Courteous behavior to other members and guests is expected. 19. Continuous argumentative behaviour and/or bad sportsmanship could result in disciplinary actions against a member; and an offending shooter or guest can be asked to leave. 20. Any safety infringements by anybody must be brought to the attention of the Range Officer and/or Match Director. 21. All accidents and / or incidents must be reported in writing to the Executive Committee. 22. Anyone may intervene directly on a safety infringement if there is likelihood of an injury or in a life threatening situation. Such incident must be brought to the attention of the Range Office who will be obliged to take the necessary steps. 23. Unless as described in point 22 above, anyone noticing an incident (e.g. filling in, un sportsman like behaviour, potential dangerous situation, unfair practice, etc.), it should be brought to the attention of the Range Officer and / or Match Director in a discreet and sporting manner without offending the guilty party. 24. South African law requires you to be in control of your firearms at all times. In addition you must have your licenses to possess a firearm, or certified copies thereof, at all times when shooting, carrying or conveying firearms and ammunition. 25. All range equipment, the storage areas, the recreation area and the front gate will be the responsibility of the duty Range Officer of the day/event to be locked, failing which the last member leaving the Club is obliged to ensure the range is cleared and under lock. 26. Membership fees are due on the 1 st day of January of each calendar year and must be paid by the latest on the 28 th February of that calendar year. 27. Red clothing worn outwardly is reserved for Range Officers only as a means of easy identification. 28. Only Range Officers are allowed to carry loaded, unless specifically instructed to do so by the duty Range Officer of the day. 29. Appropriate dress and clothing must be worn. Any paramilitary dress or clothing is not allowed. 30. The range being a public place, no smoking is allowed on the firing line or elsewhere where it disturbs fellow shooters, competitors or guests. 31. Alcohol may only be consumed by members or guests once all shooting has been concluded, all firearms have been securely packed away and the range has been declared closed for the day.

54 Violation of any safety rule and non compliance to the Code of Conduct or SAPSF Constitution may cause the Executive Committee to take disciplinary action, which may include revoking your membership without refund of fees or recourse. 33. This Code of Conduct is subject to change at the discretion of the respective Club, Provincial or National body s Executive Committee. All members, invited guests and visitors are obliged to comply therewith. 34. This Code of Conduct is in keeping with the Constitution of the South African Pin Shooting Federation.

55 GENERAL PROVISIONS 1. Any revisions must be in writing and proposed at least three months prior to the AGM in order for provinces to check on and correct and revisions. This Rule Book can only be revised after a mandate received during an AGM. 2. The Executive Committee of SAPSF can alter, amend, or add any annexure to this rule book without the mandate of an AGM regarding the following: i. Safety issues ii. Shooting disciplines and events iii. Code of Conduct iv. Discipline v. Range Officer qualifications vi. Memberships vii. Dedicated status viii. Addendums. 3. Members are required to become members of SAGA for insurance purposes. 4. Any request for information or documentation by members from SAPSF must be submitted in writing via the provincial head. 52 RULE BOOK APPROVAL Accepted this..10th..day of..november, S.A.P.S.F. PRESIDENT William Lawrence Colombo. ACTING SECRETARY Mahmood Cassim

56 53 Notes.

57 54 CONSTRUCTION PLAN FOR DOUBLE-TIER TABLE

58 55 CREDITS The South African Pin Shooting Federation is grateful to all its members who have contributed to the compilation of this Rule Book. Compiled By William Colombo Christoph Scheidereiter Tinus Botha Mahmood Cassim Jorge Goncalves Antonio Baia Dr. Leon Stander Franco Rossouw Chris Venter Alwin Fleischmann Johan Ehlers - President: SAPSF and Chairperson: PSA Western Province - Executive Member: PSA Western Province - Chairperson: LPSA - Chairperson: GPSA - Vice Chairperson: GPSA - Chief Range Officer: GPSA - Executive Member GPSA and SAPSF representative to the South African Sport Shooting Federation (SASSF) - Executive Member: Pins Extreme - Chairperson: Letaba Sport Shooting Club - Executive Member: Letaba Sport Shooting Club - Executive Member: Letaba Sport Shooting Club South African Pin Shooting Federation (SAPSF)

59 56 LIMPOPO PIN SHOOTING ASSOCIATION PIN SHOOTING ASSOCIATION WESTERN PROVINCE KWA ZULU-NATAL PIN SHOOTING ASSOCIATION FREE STATE PIN SHOOTING ASSOCIATION GAUTENG PIN SHOOTING ASSOCIATION