SMACK THE SMILEY Winter 11/12 RESULTS BELOW!

[jb1000br]

RESULTS POSTED FURTHER DOWN IN THE THREAD

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 $8000 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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Snowflake '11/'12 Match
16 December: 2011: Begin accepting Snowflake entries
9 January 2012: Snowflake Match Starts!
30 January 2012: ENTRY FEE DEADLINE (POSTMARK DATE)
20 February 2012: Send your finished Snowflake targets back!


THIS WILL BE THE LAST MATCH OF THE SEASON SO IF YOU WANT TO BUY A SUBSCRIPTION FOR 2012, PLEASE SEND IT FOR THE SPRING '12 MATCH



<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:


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 $8000 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...

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 WINTER 2011/12 Match:

<span style="font-weight: bold">Winter 2011/12 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

 

[PSYOPS]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

It's been awhile since I did a smiley

...but I'm in for Winter 2012!!!!

 

[JC Steel]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

AWESOME!!!! I am excited, We will probably be shooting in the snow this year.... Fun, fun, fun

 

[caleb7mm]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

This will be my first smiley match!

 

[z71rat]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Welcome to the Smileys Caleb!! Enjoy your stay!! LOL

DK

 

[z71rat]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

I am in once again for this round of Smileys. As usual, I have a crew coming with me, and hopefully a few more new shooters!! I love this competition, and I love the challenge.

JB, hang in there Buddy, you are doin great!! LOL

DK

 

[Force Options]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

I am in! I am going to shoot it with my 2 kids. We are looking forward to it!

 

[terrapin98k]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

I'm in, can't wait to throw lead at some dang snowflakes! Don't see to many of them here in FL, so this one might be intimidating

. At least I should have some nice weather in January for shooting, I hope I don't have to put on a sweatshirt (rubbing it in).

 

[jb1000br]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

1st batch of received entries up, Merry Christmas all!!

JB

 

[z71rat]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Merry Christmas to you JB!! Your hard work and dedication is greatly appreciated!!

DK

 

[jb1000br]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Received entries updated fellas...

Donnie - Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

JB

 

[JC Steel]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Hey Jason, when can I donate money for my wife and I for the 2012 STS season?

 

[johnnycat]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

I've always wanted to do this. I just sent in my info!

Let the games begin.

 

[jb1000br]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

JCV - Please send 2012 season Subscriptions when the Spring match rolls around

Thanks!

JB

 

[Mirage]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

It's been way too long since I've played in STS. The bug has bitten again! Put me down for the Snowflake, JB. Check's on the way.

Mirage

 

[Megahoser]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

I'll give it a go this time around...

 

[z71rat]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Oh man... got the Snow Predator hummin right now!! I resized some of my .308s into some new .243s, and I am really liking what she is doing so far!!

I went out today and printed 3 5-shot groups from some test loads, and they were from .717 down to a sweet .261!! Those were some dumped rounds with variances of .5 grains. I am going to be working up the differences in the 10ths this weekend. I am smiling again!!

JB, looks like we are going to have a full crew again!! This is going to be alot of fun this time around!! New blood, old blood, new life breathed into 2012!! LOL

DK

 

[z71rat]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Welcome aboard to the new recruits!! You guys are in for a challenge, but it is a really fun one!! It can be frustrating, don't get me wrong, but you will learn alot of things about yourself, and your equipment to say the least!!

Enjoy the ride... you will be back for more!!

DK

 

[C4MC]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Received my targets yesterday. Can't wait to give this a try.

 

[ARCOREY]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Hope I can get my rifle finished in time to shoot the flakes with it. If not it's back to the AR. Thanks to Controlled Chaos Arms donation, my rifle is nearly complete. I need to get the optics on it and a load worked out now.

 

[z71rat]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Aiighty... INCOMING!! Got 8 of us shooting this time around. This is gonna be some fun!! Funds are in route to ya JB...

DK

 

[chawk]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

My targets showed up today.

I've got a new rifle that is supposed to be on its way to me any day and I'm going to try and hold off on shooting the targets until I get squared away with it. Either way, I'm excited to shoot the match again!

 

[johnnycat]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Got mine today. My first smack-the-smiley! It's a big day.

 

[Cascade Precision]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

I sent my donation in last week. Can not wait. Got both my boys, my wife, AND my dad shooting this now.

What a great way to burn some powder!

 

[clmayfield]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

I am sending my rimfire back today. I usually use Eley for less than 100 and RWS R50 for 100 and up, but I got a new lot of RWS that shoots phenomenally at 100 and decided to give it a shot at 50. Whoa! I can't wait to find out my score. I will let Jason be the final arbiter of score, but I have two words for you: double wipeout.

I have been wrong on that before, in Fall of 2010, but I am staring at one hole in the middle of a tiny snowflake.

Now, if I could only do as well in centerfire. Scope / mounting issues have prevented me from sending in entries on at least 3 separate occasions. Last time I went to the range, I was having accuracy issues again, so I know exactly where to check. Good luck, everyone!

 

[z71rat]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Best of luck to ya Carter!! Double wipeout sounds amazing!! Hats off to ya Brother!!

DK

 

[JC Steel]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Well the fam and I got our targets. Thanks JB,

Now we need to find a calm day to go out and put our rifles to good use hitting snowflakes.

The wind was blowing about 30-35MPH today!!! Gusting up to 50. holy smokes I know.

I will wait for a nice calm day. Hopefully one will present itself for us to go shooting or else we will have to make due with crappy weather this time around.


Thanks Jason, your services are much appreciated.

Jake

 

[z71rat]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Hope the weather calms down for ya JC. I am glad to hear your family is shooting as well. I got my girlfriend, her daughter, one of my technicians and his 2 kids, my other technician, and my shooting buddy all in this time around. Gonna be some fun!!

Bring on the Snowflakes!!

DK

 

[Cascade Precision]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Jason:

I sent out a check to you on the 10th of this month and I have not seen anything back from you.

If you have not received it, please let me know asap so I can paypal you so I can get my entries for this go-round.

Thanks!

 

[jlaw973]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

A little late but sent off for targets this morning.

 

[terrapin98k]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

UGH! I was out today shooting a rimfire target, and was doing great, hitting damn near every snowflake. After I finished the target, I was waiting for a safe line to be called to go collect my masterpiece, but got bored and decided to pop off a few rounds with my ar15 at another target i had pinned up. I ruined my snowflake target with some stray rounds due to a poorly sighted in 4x power scope! I was so upset to see little tiny holes in the bottom of my otherwise decent target! Oh well, lesson learned.

 

[Mirage]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Snowflake mission accomplished, JB. I was "reminded" that I shoot better off the ruck vs. the bipod.

Only one snowflake casualty. (KIA defending his perimeter) The rest were detained and are heading your way for processing.

 

[z71rat]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Well, I got the whole crew out there, and we had a blast!! It was freaking getting cold as the sun was going down, but they were all troopers and stayed till the very end. One of my technicians dropped out of the shooting due to not feeling good, but the wife of my other technician ended up shooting in his place. Great day had by all!!

My girlfriend had only shot 1 other centerfire rifle in her life, but she did extremely well for her 1st actual competition. We all struggled with the rimfires, but it was still fun. For the centerfire, she ended up shooting a very impressive hit on the Cold Bore shot Snowflake(beat mine big time), and a sub-half 3-shot group!! I was very impressed!! I just wish I had gone over to the .243 a long time ago. Very impressive round, easy to load for, and tons of bullet options out there to choose from.

So now she wants my rifle!! LOL... She has a rather unique style of shooting. She is left eye dominant, and sets up as a left handed shooter, but she still pulls the trigger right handed... She says it is a better way for her to do it, as she has more control of the rifle. Different to say the least, but she is an excellent shot!! I was just thrilled that she went out and shot the competition with me... I couldn't have been happier!! She is just too incredibly awesome!!

DK

 

[z71rat]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Lottery tickets are on their way to ya JB... go easy on us!! LOL

DK

 

[razor100]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

is the diamond where you shoot the 3 round group worth any points? hope hope

 

[z71rat]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Oh yes, that little diamond is worth up to theoretically 99 points. If you shoot a .75" group, you get 25 points. If you shoot a .5" group, you get 50 points. If you shoot a .25" group, you get 75 points. Smaller the group, the more points you can get!!

DK

 

[razor100]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

what if i just stuck one round of my 3 shot group into it?

 

[Bill the Lurker]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

the diamond is an aiming aid only. It is the size of the group that matters, not where it prints.

 

[JC Steel]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Well, the wife and I had a good time shooting along with my dad!! We brought our two little girls along as well and let them roam around while we put some rounds down range. This is them walking back with me from setting up a few steel targets.

My wife decided to shoot a new CZ452 American it it turned out to be a pretty decent little target. She was shooting her target prone, from about 55 yards. Scope is a Nikon Monarch 4-16x42.

 

[CMH]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Just completed my first STS match. I am left wondering why I didn't start doing this sooner? Looking forward to seeing results and shooting the next one...

Casey

 

[z71rat]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Nice pics JC!! Good looking family... you should be proud!!

DK

 

[z71rat]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: CMH</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Just completed my first STS match. I am left wondering why I didn't start doing this sooner? Looking forward to seeing results and shooting the next one...

Casey
</div></div>

Welcome aboard Casey!! It's a blast for sure!!

DK

 

[Cascade Precision]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: z71rat</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: CMH</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Just completed my first STS match. I am left wondering why I didn't start doing this sooner? Looking forward to seeing results and shooting the next one...

Casey
</div></div>

Welcome aboard Casey!! It's a blast for sure!!

DK </div></div>

To be more precise, it is 11 blasts. And I have had nothing but fun in these matches.

 

[z71rat]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ogreshooter</div><div class="ubbcode-body">To be more precise, it is 11 blasts. And I have had nothing but fun in these matches. </div></div>

11?? Hmmmm, I might be able to get close to my old score then!! LOL

DK

 

[Mrs.AKAce]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

I just finished half of my papers, then realized they have to be postmarked by tomorrow... But, tomorrow is a postal holiday... How does that work???

 

[techtoy_al]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

if they are as bad as mine, you may not want to mail them

 

[Mrs.AKAce]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

They aren't the best Tech, but, I wanna see if my score goes up!!

 

[z71rat]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Oh man, I forgot about tomorrow being the postal holiday. A few more holidays, and they wouldn't have to work at all!! I will be at work tomorrow though... LOL.

DK

 

[JC Steel]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

Hey Guys, the fam and I have our targets heading back as of Friday. Thanks again for the fun match.

It is nice to go shooting with the wife, dad, and such. Fun times.

Jake

 

[z71rat]

Re: SMACK THE SMILEY(Snowflake) Winter11/12 ENTRY OPEN

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jcvibby</div><div class="ubbcode-body">It is nice to go shooting with the wife, dad, and such. Fun times.

Jake </div></div>

Girlfriends too... LOL. Amen Brother!!

DK