SMACK the SMILEY - FALL 2011 - ENTRY OPEN!

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If you don't know about this match, please KEEP READING!

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Anything you want to know about the match can be found here:

www.smackthesmiley.com

This is a <span style="font-weight: bold">postal match,</span> where you shoot the targets I send you on your home range, then send them back to be scored and posted on several shooting forums as well as the home website.

Participating in this match also helps raise money for AmericanSnipers.org. In 5 years of contributing part of the entry fee to AmericanSnipers.org, we have raised well over $7900 which has been used to buy gear for our soldiers in harm’s way!

More info below and on the website.


PRIZES:

The prize-list for 2011 is quite extensive thanks to some very generous sponsors! Check out the PRIZE page to see what you have a chance to win.


http://smackthesmiley.com/prizes.htm


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Fall '11 Match
16 September 2011: Begin accepting Fall entries
11 October 2011: Fall Match Starts!
31 October 2011: ENTRY FEE DEADLINE (POSTMARK DATE)
21 November 2011: Send your finished Fall targets back!






<span style="font-weight: bold">*** Note the term on the calendar: "MATCH STARTS" That is the date that I send the first batch of targets out to those that are paid up.</span>

Prefer Check or Paypal

HOW TO ENTER:

http://www.smackthesmiley.com/contact.htm


ENTRY COST:

NEWS – STS Annual Subscription.: You can now pay for a year’s worth of targets at one time so you will be never forget a deadline and miss a match. This will also save you some postage throughout the year. For instance, you can pay for 2 of each class for each of the 4 matches during the Spring match, then at the beginning of each of the year’s matches you will automatically receive the proper number of targets in the mail. Subscription participants will be listed on the homepage so they know they will receive their targets. <span style="font-weight: bold">(The first 2 matches of the season are over, but you can still pay for the rest of the year if you like to avoid forgetting about the next 2 matches)</span>

Targets are $4.00 each with a limit of 4 targets per class (Rimfire and Centerfire)

$1 per target goes to: www.AmericanSnipers.org -- We are up to over $7900 raised for AmericanSnipers.org!

Max of 4 targets per class, Centerfire and/or Rimfire. Please see the RULES page on the website for more info.

http://www.smackthesmiley.com/rules.htm


IN CASE YOU WERE WONDERING WHAT THE TARGETS LOOK LIKE...

Spring09_CF%20Winner%20(Custom)%20(2).jpg


http://smackthesmiley.com/pics.htm


DEADLINES

Mailed entry fees must be postmarked by the listed date. With the deadline where it is, someone entering at the deadline will still have a minimum of 2 weekends to shoot. This means your entry needs to be POSTMARKED by the date listed to be entered in the current match.

Please note: <span style="font-weight: bold">ALL DEADLINES LISTED REFER TO POSTMARK, NOT RECEIVED-BY DATE</span>

The target return deadline needs to be adhered to so I can get the results posted in a timely manner.

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PRIZES

<span style="font-weight: bold">Please don't forget the gracious sponsors represented in this match when you need to buy some gear. Prizes are given away as a raffle using the completed targets you send back. So there is no incentive to cheat, as the winner has no assurance of getting any prizes. If you send back a completed target in both RIMFIRE and CENTERFIRE class, you have 2 chances to win.</span>

Prizes to be given away at the completion of the FALL 2011 Match:

<span style="font-weight: bold">Fall 2011 PRIZES: </span>

--US Optics: ONE Certificate for 20% off any scope purchase
More Info: http://www.usoptics.com/

--Controlled Chaos Arms: ONE Certificate for $500 Complete Rifle refinish package
More Info: http://www.controlledchaosarms.com/

--Manners Composite Stocks: ONE Certificate for $475 off your custom stock order.
More Info: http://www.mannersstock.com/Tactical.html

--Sightron Inc: ONE Certificate for 50% off the retail price of any scope.
More Info: http://www.sightron.com

--Vortex Optics: 10x42 Diamondback Bino or 6.5-20x50 Viper BDC scope.
More Info: http://www.vortexoptics.com

--Burris Optics: ONE Certificate for 60% off any item
More Info: http://www.burrisoptics.com/

--Rock Creek Barrels: ONE Certificate for 1/2 off retail price of any barrel
More Info: http://www.rockcreekbarrels.com/

--Badger Ordnance: ONE Certificate for "Badger Surprise" - could be M5 triggerguard, rings and/or bases or FTE Brake
More Info: http://www.badgerordnance.com/index.php

--Seekins Precision: ONE Certificate for Choice of Rings or Base (Non-Custom)
More info: http://www.seekinsprecision.com

--Berger Bullets: TWO Certificates for 300 bullets (600 bullets total) of Winner's Choice
More Info: http://www.bergerbullets.com/

--Sierra Bullets: ONE Certificate for 500 Bullets
More Info: http://www.sierrabullets.com/index.cfm

--Lapua: ONE Certificate for 200 Lapua brass cases
More Info: http://www.lapua.com/

--Sniper Tools: ONE Certificate, could be: 1 free Mil-Spec ACI or ½ off
More Info: http://www.snipertools.com/

--GA Precision: ONE Certificate for Choice of: ½ off Chamber-job, side bolt release mod or Badger Bolt Knob and Installation
More Info: http://www.gaprecision.net/

--TAB Gear: TWO certificates for ONE TAB Gear Sling in choice of color and swivel/hook type
More Info: http://www.riflesonly.com/store/TAB/index.html

--Center Shot Rifles: ONE certificate for 3-Port “Muscle” Brake
More Info: http://centershotrifles.com/sales/

--Tactical Intervention Specialists: ONE Certificate for sling (choice of type and color)
More Info: http://www.tacticalintervention.com/

--Big River Tactical: ONE $50 Gift Certificate
More Info: http://www.bigrivertactical.com/homepage.html

--SWFA: ONE $50 Gift Certificate
More Info: http://www.swfa.com/

--Ivy Rods: ONE Certificate for a custom crafted stainless cleaning rod
More Info: http://www.ivyrods.com/

--Lucas Bore Guides: ONE bore guide (w/ insert) of choice from Mike Lucas
More Info: (803)-356-0282

--J. Dewey Mfg.: Dewey Cleaning Rod and Cleaning Kit (22cal)
More Info: http://www.deweyrods.com/

--Mildot Master – ONE free Mildot Master
More Info: http://www.mildot.com/


Thanks guys, and Good Luck!

Jason
 
#3
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I wish someone would beat my score so I don't have to keep looking at it every single time!! LOL!!

Yes, it is sad that I was almost LAST the last go'round.

DK
 
#5
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I've got a new rifle coming... hopefully I can give you a NEW demo target (wishful thinking) to post... LOL!!

That new Rimfire target score is higher than mine... might be a good one to post... just a thought.

DK
 
#6
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Carter gave me the incentive... I am going for the 40/50 for the confidence shot from now on... IF, that is, I can actually hit it to begin with on the 1st shot.

DK
 
#8
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I actually tried it with the rimfire... no dice. I figure if it ever happens... then it outta be at least a good score overall. Who knows, it might end up getting more people to try new things. I give you the credit for me giving it a shot at all. I barely felt the confidense to even shoot the 30 mark.

I just know that I will continue to push myself to go farther and farther with my shooting. To me, it is a very personal challenge, and not an overall challenge against anyone else. I am that way with everything that I do...

DK
 
#9
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ill try to take another video this time around. the last one turned out pretty good but I am going to see if I can use a better camera so it is a little clearer this time.
 
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jcvibby</div><div class="ubbcode-body">ill try to take another video this time around. the last one turned out pretty good but I am going to see if I can use a better camera so it is a little clearer this time. </div></div>

JCV, I thought the video was pretty cool!! I wish I had a video camera sometimes. I would have really liked to have had one when my boy Jake hit the CBS and the rest of us missed it!! You should have seen his face and the reaction to it!! LOL!!

DK
 
#12
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Carter Mayfield</div><div class="ubbcode-body">On the rimfire, I always go for the 40/50 because I have about a 60% chance of hitting both. With centerfire, my hit rate is lower. I need to figure out how much lower. </div></div>

I have only been close to hitting the 40/50 on the rimfire. I don't remember ever even hitting the first shot yet. Well, actually, I barely remember hitting ANYTHING at all so far with the rimfire.

My rimfire performance has been less than inadequate at best.

DK
 
#14
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Funds inbound. My shoulder is all repaired from catching on fire, rifle and scope are shooting great (centerfire), rimfire is scary accurate (even with me driving!).

It is on like donkey kong.
 
#15
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Congrats on the return ogre!! I am happy for you that things are better to the point of being able to shoot. That is AWESOME!! Best of luck to ya Brother... glad to have you aboard!!

My latest Smiley Smacker arrived today, and I have been working on it since I got her home. This is of course just the start of the changes. I have a Manners T3 that should be here sometime (I hope) soon, and she will make another transition.

I will be takin her out tomorrow and see how she does... report coming soon.

DK


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#16
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Well, here is the result of the awesome weather I had this morning. This was shot at (yes, I know) 50 yards, as my buddy Clint was working on his custom 10/22 beside me.

I tried various kinds of ammo through her, and she was the happiest with 100gr. Federal Power Shocks. I think she has ALOT of potential. And now... on to cookin up some recipes!!

DK

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#22
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: razor100</div><div class="ubbcode-body">when will the Fall targets ship? </div></div>

Should be October 11th. I can't wait. I'm hoping this time I don't screw up...
 
#34
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Well, ended up forgetting to take the 75s along for the ride. We ended up using the Federal 100s for the most part. I have no idea on what happened on the CBS, but did aiight on the rest of the target. Definately NOT setting any records this time out, but I will be back to trying again.

I should be getting MY new 10/22T on Monday, so I will hopefully do better on the rimfire targets than I did with Clint's hotrod 10/22. His rifle to me is just too light. We will see...

DK
 
#36
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Jason,
Since its an integrity based event is it possible to just pay the fee and have the target available as a download on the link? Just thinking of how to make sure all the time and money goes where it needs to go and does not get absorbed in shipping out targets.
 
#37
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Norcal Phoenix</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Jason,
Since its an integrity based event is it possible to just pay the fee and have the target available as a download on the link? Just thinking of how to make sure all the time and money goes where it needs to go and does not get absorbed in shipping out targets. </div></div>

Had the same thought.
 
#39
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well I went out with my family today and we shot our targets!!! It was really cold but we made it through with a couple decent targets. A couple really bad ones as well... As usual...

Anyway, again JB, good times, thanks for hooking us up with a way to shoot a match and donate some money. Now just keep the fingers crossed and hope to get lucky on the prize table!

Good luck guys,

JC
 
#40
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We finally got everyone together and got to finish out the targets we had. Not a very good showing on anyone's part to say the least.

Oh well, as usual, we definately had a great time getting out and shooting the targets. It was nice to actually have a .22lr that functions as it is supposed to function!! Now we just have to find some ammo that does what it was made to do.

Thanks again JB for doing this for us!! This is a BLAST!!

DK
 
#42
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Bummed Im still waiting for targets. I might have made a mistake mailing from a hotel in Hawaii but I wanted to make sure I made it before the date stamp deadline.
 
#43
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Naaa, you still got plenty of time yet. I am sure that you will get them with at LEAST a day to spare!! LOL... Just kidding. I do hope you get them soon. I'd hate to see anyone miss out!!

DK
 
#46
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I finally got out to shoot my targets today. It was windy and I didn't deal with it well. My rimfire target isn't as good as my usual "average" target.

With the centerfire I pulled off my best target to date, so I'm happy with that.

As always, this is a good time. Thanks for the opportunity.

Good luck to everyone on the prize drawings.
 
#48
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Took the Snow Predator out to see what my reloads were going to do. I can obviously see now that I SHOULD have taken them with me to shoot the Smileys!! WOW... what a difference!!

I am also experimenting with different rounds for my Ruger 10/22 Med/Heavy Varmint rifle. The CCI Hypervelocity Stingers are showing ALOT of promise. So my shooting world seems to be coming together, a little bit at a time.

DK
 
#49
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Hello all, I'm new here and this is my first postal match. Finally had a chance to get some holes in these targets! Did ok, except my cold bore shot was about 2 inches left and low. Dialed it in and the next shots were almost perfect if it weren't for the shooter error
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Had a quick question, I marked my confidence shot, but are we supposed to grade our own targets, or just leave them as is and send them in? I've gotta get this thing postmarked for monday, so I better hurry!
I had a great time doing this, and plan to enter in many of the next ones. Also met some guys on the range that were interested in the match, so I passed on the information. I had no idea how a little bit of stress by putting some value on your targets can add up down range.
Keep up the good work here, I enjoyed the chance to support the cause and had a bit of fun doing it. Thank you. ZM
 
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