Any firearm that is visually similar to an original may be used. If in doubt, call us and ask. Stripper clips are not allowed for reloading. Ammunition is limited to cartridges that were in use prior to 1900, caliber .25 or greater, loaded with lead alloy bullets only, either plain base or gas check. Jacketed bullets are not allowed.
Powder can be either smokeless or black powder.
If in doubt, give us a call. Sights are limited to open iron sights, or tang mounted peep sights. Receiver sights or optical sights of any kind are not allowed. Targets are steel gongs, at 100 and 200 yards. Course of fire for each event is one sighter and 10 rounds for the record.