Learn the Sport. Build the Skills.
Become a Competitor.
Everything you need to move from better practice sessions to match day.
Pistol Shooting Sports is a comprehensive guide for firearms enthusiasts of all levels who want to compete. Competition is a great way to learn, build skill, and improve with any firearm.
The book and its free companion website bring the fundamentals, gear, range procedures, and match-day know-how together in one place, so you can hit the ground running and enjoy the game as you sharpen your skills.
Inside, you will:
- Master the fundamentals of pistol marksmanship
- Experience the fun of organized competition
- Measure your progress and refine your skills
- Compete with confidence in Steel Challenge and USPSA
- Choose and set up the right gear for your division
- Get started with the firearm you already own
- Find local matches and get involved in your area
The pistol shooting sports are a great way to get out there and have some fun in the company of others while you learn. Get started! (Over 300 pages and FREE access to online resources - see the complete list of chapters below)
Table of Contents
Part I - Firearm Safety
1. Rules and Responsibility
2. Storing and Securing
3. Get Training
Part II - Overview
4. Getting Started
5. Pistol Competitions
6. Divisions and Classifications
Part III - Shooting Gear
7. Eye and Ear Protection
8. Hats and Footwear
9. Belts and Holsters
10. Magazines and Pouches
11. Equipment Placement
12. Range Bags and Cases
13. Trigger Action Types and Pistols
14. Ammunition and Pistol Calibers
15. Shot Timers and Journals
16. Practice Targets
Part IV - Pistol Shooting Fundamentals
17. Overview and Training
18. Eye Dominance and Testing
19. Sights and Alignment
20. Grip and Trigger Control
21. Breathing, Stance, and Recoil Control
22. Draws and Reloading
23. Dry-Firing
24. Measuring Time
25. Malfunctions and Clearing
26. Unsafe Conditions
Part V - On The Range
27. Cold Range, Storage, and Carry
28. Safety Areas
29. 180 Rule and Safe Angles
30. Finger off the Trigger and Sweeping
31. Sportsmanship and Prohibited Substances
32. Safety Violations and Disqualification
33. Range Commands
Part VI - SCSA Competition - Steel Challenge
34. History and Game Overview
35. Divisions and Categories
36. Targets and Stages
37. SC-101 Five to Go
38. SC-102 Showdown
39. SC-103 Smoke & Hope
40. SC-104 Outer Limits
41. SC-105 Accelerator
42. SC-106 Pendulum
43. SC-107 Speed Option
44. SC-108 Roundabout
45. Scoring and Classification
46. Starting Positions and Strategy
47. Training and Resources
Part VII - USPSA Competition
48. History and Game Overview
49. Divisions and Categories
50. Targets and Power Factor
51. Course Types and Match Levels
52. Written Stage Briefings and Diagrams
53. Chronographs and Ammo Testing
54. Target Scoring and Penalties
55. Stage Scoring and Rules
56. Stage Scoring Examples
57. Match Scoring
58. Makeup Shots
59. Classification System
60. Training Outline and Resources
Part VIII - Your First Match
61. General Tips
62. Match Officials and Roles
63. What to Bring
64. What to Do
65. It’s Your Turn
Part IX - Membership
66. USPSA and SCSA
67. Clubs
68. Resources