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Published on: March 2, 2018
[…] many exciting activities and visual attractions offered during the Match season. Don’t forget that outside of the action on the firing line, Commercial Row offers a variety of items for both spectators and shooters – with an array of manufacturers selling used firearms, ammunition, competition gear, accessories, apparel and much more. The CMP Store allows even more buying opportunities at the Matches with our line of military surplus rifles. The Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center is also open throughout the […]
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Published on: February 15, 2018
[…] articles, publications, etc. proving actual participation), awards, involvements and future expectations for the sport. Proof of participation, including match bulletins, photos or CMP Competition Tracker printouts (for example), MUST be presented in order to be considered for the scholarship. Applications without this will be discarded. Those interested must also provide academic information such as GPA (3.0 or above – anything below 3.0 will not be accepted), test scores and a list of extracurricular activities. Additionally, an official transcript must be […]
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Published on: January 14, 2018
[…] or other braces or supports made of materials other than normal jacket materials are illegal. A stricter definition of materials that may or may not be used in rifle jackets was adopted in the 2018 Rules. One jacket manufacturer was selling, but has now discontinued, a jacket model that violated this prohibition. The manufacturer’s U. S. distributor has agreed to modify any of these jackets . Any competitors who still have rifle jackets that may violate this rule are urged […]
Category: Sales & Service
Published on: December 5, 2017
[…] hours in order to lessen the possibility of the pistol being stolen. Pistols cannot be “held” at a Fed Ex location and if not delivered will be returned to CMP 1911. If a pistol is returned to CMP 1911 due to non- delivery, there will be a $25.00 reshipment fee. CMP 1911 dedicated fax number 256-831-2354 for FFL dealers to fax their FFLs with the customer’s name attached. CMP 1911 dedicated email address cmp1911FFL@thecmp.org to send their FFLs with customer’s name attached. […]
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Published on: November 30, 2017
[…] targets are powered by Kongsberg Target System (KTS) technology, where the targets determine shot location acoustically and immediately provide the shot value on monitors located beside each shooter on the firing line. The use of KTS technology not only provides fast and accurate response times, but also allows for quicker matches by eliminating the need for pit duty – a convenient way for young, elderly or physically weary competitors to continue to enjoy the sport. For info on rules pertaining […]
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Published on: November 9, 2017
[…] Also inside the building is an 80-point air gun range equipped with CMP’s own electronic targets, powered by Kongsberg Target Systems. The carefully designed electronic targets instantly display shot placements on a monitor next to each competitor to allow for fast and accurate scoring, and large monitors overhead give spectators the chance to keep an eye on scores while sitting in the stands. The Gary Anderson CMP Competition has many displays with marksmanship history and the career of Gary Anderson, […]
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Published on: October 31, 2017
[…] declining health, he wasn’t able to shoot in any CMP matches with Lore in 2017, except one – a Sniper match held early on at their local club. Lore admitted having to head to Eastern Games for the first time without Ken was “different.” “We had always traveled together, so it was a bit of a shock for me,” he said. As hard as he tried, the September 2016 GCA Match and the Talladega 600 were brutal on Lygren and […]
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Published on: October 26, 2017
[…] run to the South CMP Store in Anniston to purchase a few rifles. They also took a tour of the CMP’s armory, where the company stocks all of the vintage rifles, M1 Garands, and equipment the company is famous for selling. The family even attended the large barbeque the CMP hosts as a “thank you” to its competitors and guests. “It was outstanding,” said Dusty of his family’s experience. “We met some really great people at the matches. The staff […]
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Published on: October 18, 2017
[…] – making them perfect for both young and mature-aged marksmen. Those in the Monthly Bench League will be firing with rifles placed gently upon “bean bags” or blocks, to provide a steadier hold and to allow the participant to rest without having to worry about holding the airgun. Both Bench Leagues feature CMP Targets, programmed with electronic target technology that is easy and fun to use. During the matches, competitors fire air rifles from a bench rest while seated towards […]
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Published on: September 26, 2017
[…] will no longer be allowed in CMP competition after the 2017 calendar year. That model jacket contained compressed and heated, low melt polyester felt inserts, which is no longer be produced, per Oberle. The provider’s remaining line of shooting jackets without inserts are not affected by this decision. If you own one of the “HP Ultimate” jackets with this option, your jacket is now illegal per the 2018 CMP 4.6.1 rule. The best way to know if you have the […]
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Published on: September 21, 2017
[…] of the CMP. Four years shooting air rifle, I just couldn’t thank the CMP enough for providing this opportunity for us. We would not have been here if it hadn’t been for them,” she said. “I couldn’t have done it without everyone’s support, so I’m eternally grateful for that.” **SAVE THE DATE** Join Jaycie and her family at Camp Perry next year for the Rifle Small Arms Firing School – School check-in takes place on Thursday, July 26th and the […]
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Published on: September 21, 2017
[…] the main event. Note about the JPSOA: It is the mission of Junior Pistol Shooters of America to encourage and enable junior pistol shooters to compete in International and NRA Conventional pistol competitions by providing long term equipment loans. JPSA will support safety and educational initiatives in International and NRA Conventional pistol programs. Without this program, the Scarborough Fish and Game Association would not have the top level AP-20 Air Pistols that it uses in its Junior Air Pistol Program.