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International 1920 Match information All competitors must have
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1920 Results
Nationals
USA Bianchi
2010 Bianchi Results –
not available from the NRA yet
All 1920 Shooters, Officials and Competition Organisers
should read the information at Holster Accreditation>>
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While any NRA Action Pistol Rule changes are presumably now in force
for NRA competitions, only the 2008 changes>> are available
from the NRA
The Bianchi ‘package’ for 2008 was as at previous Bianchi Cup
competitions; i.e. Plates, Mover Modified, Practical and Barricade events.
Changes to the programme for the 2009 Bianchi Cup are still under
consideration.
Action pistol connoisseurs can expect a newer feel
to the world's most prestigious and richest shooting tournament this year. The
National Rifle Association's National Action Pistol Championship - also known
as the NRA Bianchi Cup - is celebrating its 30th Championship this summer. To
commemorate this special event, the NRA plans to enhance the world's premier
action pistol tournament.
The most notable change will be in the
production category. It will be split to allow single action and double action
competitors to compete in their own separate categories.
"This change will allow more competitors
to use their 'out of the box' production firearms and for the enhanced awards
schedule for these firearms," said Mike Krei,
NRA's Director of Competitive Shooting. "The result will be very similar
to the first Bianchi Cup held in 1979 and designed by founders John Bianchi and
Ray Chapman."
John Bianchi has also agreed to be the keynote
speaker at the tournament's banquet this summer: "The [Bianchi] cup stood
the test of time and excelled in the quality standards that I envisioned,"
said Bianchi, who now runs John Bianchi Frontier Gun leather in Rancho Mirage,
California. "We created the incentives and recognition for achievement
through getting the entire shooting industry behind us. They not only put their
money where their mouths were, but thought that now is the time to raise the
image and the prestige of the pistol shooting sports. Now, with the level of
prizes, the image, the dress code, and the behavior patterns that we have
instilled in this sport, it's something to be proud of. We took it out of the
closet and into the sunlight."
The NRA has made the rules for NRA Action
Pistol available for download click here>>
The NRA website allows you to open each chapter
of the rule book and then save that PDF file – this is a pain after the first
few chapters. For the convenience of PA
officials, here are the direct links to the NRA files so that you can simply
left click and the ‘save as’:
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-%20index.pdf
index
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-w01.pdf
NRA competitions*
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-w02.pdf
eligibility*
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-w03.pdf
equipment and ammunition
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-w04.pdf
targets
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-w05.pdf
positions
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-w06.pdf
range standards
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-w07.pdf
courses of fire
section 8 - blank
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-w09.pdf
competition regulations
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-w10.pdf
range commands
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-w11.pdf
tournament officials*
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-w12.pdf
team officers and duties
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-w13.pdf
physically disabled shooters*
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-w13.pdf
scoring and marking
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-w15.pdf
decision of ties
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-w16.pdf
challenges and protests
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-w17.pdf
national records*
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-w18.pdf
competitors’ duties and responsibilities
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-w19.pdf
classification
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-w20.pdf
NRA official referee*
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-wIllus.pdf
illustrations
http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/Action/act-apdx.pdf
appendix*
*sections generally not applicable to
competitions outside USA
Note that the NRA Action Pistol rules
are not taken their entirety for either the Bianchi Cup, or for the conduct of
International 1920 Match within PA.
See:
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What
rules apply to International 1920 Match in Australia?
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PA bits to the NRA Action Pistol Rules
Given that a degree of confusion is being
spread…
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PA
and the PA Affiliates conduct International
1920 Match and (via the AISL) selects the only team to represent
Australia each year’s Bianchi Cup Tournament
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International
1920 Match consists of the 4 events in the Bianchi Cup package – given the
proposed changes to the Bianchi (item above) there could be some changes to
events for future selection criteria.
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The
PA and PA Affiliates conduct International 1920 Match within the PA protocols
(i.e. PA Constitution > PA GTRs (link) > PA
Supplementary Regulations (below)
Bianchi > NRA Action Pistol shooting rules
In the lead-up to the 2006 PA National Championships / World Action
Pistol Championships, reportedly there were a number of shooters who would not be
able to comply and the number of entries would suffer (substantially).
To assist the host club,
To formalise this, at the 13th October
The meeting resolved that the NRA rule changes with respect to grip
safety be enforced as of 1 January 2007.
So...
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3.1, 3.1.1, 3.1.2, 3.2, 3.2.1, 3.2.2 … All standard safety features of the guns must operate properly. This will include grip safeties |
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Effective at PA competitions as from 1st January 2007 |
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NRA Action Pistol - Rule changes effective 2007
4.2 Precision Target
Events - NRA No. AP-1 (paper or cardboard). The target will be of the
configuration and dimensions described in Fig. 1. Targets may be made of paper
or cardboard. All scoring lines will be of low visibility. (Refer to Sec. 14
for scoring procedures). The cardboard target must have printed on it the words
“NRA AP-1 Official.” Cardboard used must have no treating for weather or other
purpose.
X Black Dot 4"diam = tiebreaker
Fig 1 - Precision Target
(Trademarked as the “Bianchi Target”) NRA No. AP-1 (paper or cardboard)
7.6 Practical Event - Competitors must fire the 10-yard
line segment in the standing position. Competitors may fire the 15, 25, and
50-yard line segments in the prone position at their option. This course is
divided into four stages. Each stage has three strings and 12 shots per stage
48 shots:
7.7 Barricade Event - All competitors must fire all
stages in the standing position. All competitors may use the Barricade for
support. No portion of the firearm to rest against the Barricade for Open
Modified, Metallic or Production Firearm categories. This course will be
divided into four stages, two strings per stage, 6 shots per string, 48 shots;
all shots will be fired from behind a barricade:
7.9 Falling Plate Event - Competitors must fire the 10-yard
line segment in the standing position. Competitors may fire the 15, 20, and
25-yard line segments in the prone position at their option. This course will
be divided into four stages; each stage will have two strings. 6 shots per string. 48 shots; targets will be 8" round
metal plates:
9.9 Weighing Triggers - Triggers may be weighed with
official NRA trigger test weights at the discretion of the Match Director,
Official Referee, Jury or Supervisor. Triggers of pistols used in establishing National
Records shall be weighed by a tournament official immediately after the firing
of such record score and must meet the
specifications of Section 3 for the pistol prescribed by the tournament
program. Failure of the trigger to meet the trigger pull requirements shall
disqualify the competitor in matches previously fired.
While trigger pull is being weighed, the pistol
shall be held with the barrel perpendicular to the horizontal surface on which
test weight is supported. The rod or hook of test weight shall rest on lowest
point of the curve in curved triggers, or on a point approximately one quarter
of an inch from lower end of straight triggers. To pass the weight test, a
weight of the correct number of pounds shall be lifted by the pistol trigger while
in the cocked position and while all safety devices are in firing position from
the horizontal surface on which it is resting, until the weight hangs free,
even momentarily and without releasing the trigger. Magazine must be removed
and pistols unloaded while trigger is being weighed. Pistols equipped with a
device to prevent firing while magazine is out must be closely inspected to see
that no cartridges are in a magazine or chamber. Magazine will then be inserted
and trigger pull weighed. Competitors will be permitted to adjust triggers
which have failed to pass the weight test provided they do not occasion any
delay. Failure of trigger to pass the weight test is the competitor's
responsibility.
Fig. 5 Correct Method of weighing triggers.
11.4 Range Director - When appointed, the Range
Director and Deputy Range Director are responsible to the Match Director, and
have supervisory responsibility for the Chief Range Officers and for the
efficient and safe operation of the ranges. Appointment of a Range Director and
Deputy
Range Director is authorized when multiple
ranges are in operation
11.4.1 Chief Range
Officer - Will have
full charge of the range and will conduct the matches on the schedule approved
by the Match Director. He is responsible for range safety, and for enforcing
all rules.
3.4 Weight
Restrictions -
There shall be no restriction on overall weight of pistols .
The trigger pull shall not be less than 2 pounds.
3.17 Ammunition -
(b) All ammunition fired in the Tournament must
meet or exceed the power floor as described when checked by chronograph using
the formula:
Bullet weight (grains) X muzzle velocity (feet
per second) = not less than 120,000
NOTE: Chronographs are mandatory in Registered
Tournaments only.
3.1 Open Firearms - Any Semi-automatic handgun or
revolver used in competition shall be serviceable and safe. If any pistol is
observed to be unserviceable or unsafe, it shall be withdrawn at the request of
the tournament director. The term “firearm” as used in these rules includes anything
attached, permanently or temporarily, to the pistol. All standard safety
features of guns must operate properly.
3.1.1 Open Rimfire
Firearm - Any
semi-automatic handgun or revolver chambered for .22 Rimfire
ammunition, which is serviceable and safe. If any pistol is observed to
be unserviceable and unsafe, it shall be withdrawn at the request of the
Tournament Director. The term “firearm” as used in these rules includes
anything attached, permanently or temporarily, to the pistol. All standard
safety features of guns must operate properly.
3.1.2 Open Modified
Firearm - A
semi-automatic handgun or revolver used in competition shall be serviceable and
safe. All standard safety features of the guns must operate properly. If any
pistol is observed to be unserviceable or unsafe, it shall be withdrawn at the
request of the tournament director. The term”firearm”
as used in these rules includes anything attached, permanently or temporarily,
to the pistol.
Wings are prohibited.
3.2 Metallic Sight
Firearm -
Minimum caliber is 9x19mm (9mm); a semi-automatic
firearm with no more than a 6 1/4 inch barrel length. The
front sight not to extend past the front of the slide and the rear sight not
past the rear of the slide by a 1/4 inch. A revolver’s barrel will not
exceed 8 5/8
inches in length; the front sight not to
extend past the front of the barrel and the rear sight will not extend past the
rear of the frame. All standard safety features of guns must operate properly.
The following items are prohibited:
- Minimum caliber is
9x19mm (9mm); a semi-automatic firearm with no more than a 6 ¼ inch barrel
length. The front sight may not extend beyond the muzzle, the maximum sight
radius to be no more than 8.5 inches. A revolver's barrel will not exceed 8 5/8
inches in length. The front sight not to extend beyond the muzzle, maximum
sight radius not more than 11 inches. All standard safety features of guns must
operate properly. The following items are prohibited:
(a)
Wings
(b)
Peep, ghost, optical or electronic sights
(c) Orthopedic grips - no part of the grip may encircle the
hand
(d)
Thumb rests
(e)
Compensators or ported barrels
3.2.1 Production
Firearm - A
semi-automatic handgun or revolver which is or has been a catalogue item
readily available to the general public equipped with metallic sights.
Custom-shop pistols are not allowed. All
standard safety features of guns must operate properly. The firearm shall have
no visible external modifications except as follows:
3.2.2 Production Rimfirearm - as described in 3.2.1 except chambered for .22 caliber
Rimfire ammunition. All standard safety features of guns must operate properly.
7.6 Practical Event - Competitors must fire the 10 and
15-yard line segments in the standing position. Competitors may fire the 25 and
50-yard line segments in the prone position. This course is divided into four
stages. Each stage has three strings and 12 shots per stage. 48
shots.
7.7 Barricade Event - Metallic sight firearm and open
modified firearm shooters must fire all stages in the standing position. No
part of either hand or any portion of the forearm may rest against the barricade.
This course will be divided into four states, two strings per stage, 6 shots per string. 48 shots; all shots will be fired from
behind a barricade:
7.9 Falling Plate Event - Competitors must fire the 10, 15,
and 20-yard line segments in the standing position. Competitors may fire the 25-yard segment in
the prone position. This course will be divided into four stages; each stage
will have two strings, 6 shots per string. 48 shots; targets will be 8" round
metal plates:
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Eligibility of Competitors (NRA 2>>):
Other than NRA 2.1.2, refer PA
General Technical Regulations.
NRA 2.1.2 Amended to:
Shooters must posses a current PA approved
Holster Accreditation:
Overseas shooters must successfully complete the Tyro
course (see Rule 10.7) or demonstrate equivalent proficiency to the
satisfaction of the competition Jury.
Affiliation:
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Shooters
who are Australian citizens permanently resident in Australia must be
affiliated with PA through a PA Affiliate.
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Overseas
shooters (including Australian citizens permanently resident outside Australia)
must be affiliated with the National Federation controlling NRA Action Pistol
in their country of residence.
This standard is to be;
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Assessed
by a suitably qualified person holding either a PA Judge licence (International
1920 and/or Service Pistol) or a current PA Holster Examiner card, and
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Properly
recorded by the assessor.
Safety disqualification:
Any holder of a PA Holster Accreditation Card
who is disqualified for safety relating to holster use must have the PA Holster
Accreditation Card removed subject to re-qualification through a PA approved
course.
Officiating structure:
Match
Director – The NRA
terminology for the Chief Range Officer – much of the duties assigned to the
Match Director under the NRA rules apply when there is not a Jury and Referees
The Match Director is
directly responsible for the efficient conduct of the entire tournament. After
consultation with the Jury he may change the match and firing conditions as
shown by the program provided a Match Director's Bulletin is posted for the
information of all competitors, and that such changes are not contrary to
current PA Rules. He is
directly responsible for the efficient operation of the range and the
Statistical Office and for the safety and proper discipline of all tournament
operating personnel, competitors and spectators. Instructions from the Match
Director for the operation of the tournament will be complied
with by all persons on the range. The Match Director will use his best judgment
at all times and his behaviour and decisions must be characterized by absolute
impartiality, firmness, courtesy and constant vigilance. In the application of
these Rules the Match Director will confer with the Jury on any doubtful
point and will be guided by the Jury’s decision.
Deputy
Match Director - The Deputy Match
Director, when appointed, is responsible to the Match Director for the
efficient conduct of the entire tournament, and acts for the Match Director in
all matters listed in Rule 11.1. A Deputy Match Director is appointed at the
discretion of the sponsor.
Jury – Juries will be
appointed as per the PA General Technical Regulations(GTR
6.1>>)
Will have full
charge of the range and will conduct the matches on the schedule approved by
the Match Director. He is responsible for range safety, and for enforcing all
rules.
Each Range
Officer is an assistant to the Chief Range Officer; competitors may be assigned
this duty. He is responsible for the safety and discipline of range personnel,
competitors and spectators in the sector of the range to which he has been
assigned.
He checks the
number of competitors and their names to ensure that they conform with the scoring schedule and register.
He is
responsible for the accurate recording of shots.
He calls the
competitors.
He gives
necessary commands.
He supervises
the correct working of the targets.
He checks the competitor's
shooting positions.
He checks that
firearms and equipment of the shooters have been examined.
He is
responsible for maintaining order on the range, with particular attention to
safety.
He receives
protests and decides on them or passes them on to the Chief Range Officer.
The Range
Officer is directly responsible to the Chief Range Officer for the section of
the competition entrusted to him, but will constantly cooperate with the
Referee/Jury.
11.6
Statistical Officer
The Chief Statistical
Officer is in charge of all statistical work in connection with the match
except the actual recording of scores when this is done on the range. The
Statistical Officer is directly responsible to the Match Director. He is
assisted by such Assistant Statistical Officers as may be required.
11.6.1 Duties of
Office
It is the duty
of the Statistical Office to:
Register
competitors, and check their eligibility and classification.
Not applicable
to PA competitions – refer PA GTRs.
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