FYI - I have shot the match twice with a Nikon P-22 (2-7X) using a duffel bag for a front rest instead of a bipod. It's doable. There was just enough holdover/under reference markings (BDC) to shoot the 75-165 class. For where I am with my shooting, I didn't shoot a whole lot different.
One match winner shoots with his variable power optic set to 8X.
More magnification is better. Mildots, milrad or similar hash marks are too. Seeing exact details your own hits is helpful, but don't lose track of the fact that you have a spotter with better glass, helping you find your holds real time.
Just saying that you don't have to get overly hung up on gear for your initial matches. Sharing guns is common and happens nearly every match, if not every. The same with newbies shooting offered guns, paying only for ammo.
The MD got me shooting these matches by offering his gear to get me started.
One match winner shoots with his variable power optic set to 8X.
More magnification is better. Mildots, milrad or similar hash marks are too. Seeing exact details your own hits is helpful, but don't lose track of the fact that you have a spotter with better glass, helping you find your holds real time.
Just saying that you don't have to get overly hung up on gear for your initial matches. Sharing guns is common and happens nearly every match, if not every. The same with newbies shooting offered guns, paying only for ammo.
The MD got me shooting these matches by offering his gear to get me started.
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