I’ve always made my own. They are ultra simple. Never really saw one that could be bought that I liked. if you a jigsaw to make the backer, that’s all you need as far as special tools.
Mike
Mike
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NATIONAL 50!
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Mike, When you have a chance can you show us a picture or two of yours flags / windicators?
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This is an interesting web site you can learn a lot about making your own flags
http://www.thewindisnotyourfriend.com/
http://www.thewindisnotyourfriend.com/
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Thanks CampFussell, I'm in the process of designing my one style wind probe want to have one for this upcoming 25m and N50 shooting season!
I will miss one of the first matches. (going to UTAH for my son's wedding, better not miss that!)
I like the .177 cal. the best, but feel you better have a pretty good handle on the conditions, especially at 50yds. to be competitive.
I will miss one of the first matches. (going to UTAH for my son's wedding, better not miss that!)
I like the .177 cal. the best, but feel you better have a pretty good handle on the conditions, especially at 50yds. to be competitive.
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Joe, if I was remaking my windicator I would try inverting it so the paddle was at the top. This would require some weight on the rod at the bottom...but that’s about it. The reason is so the paddle will be closer to the line of fire than it is now. I’m not sure it will make much difference, but it makes more sense on paper.
Mike
Mike
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That’s kinda what I was thinking, most of the ones I’ve seen are with the paddle on top and gauge on the bottom. I shot next to a competitor last year that was using one like you described. His was purchased from a manufacturer of wind flags.
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Such good shooting at 50 yards! I’m sure it’s been asked and answered already, but where can I get some of these targets? I want to try this.
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Hi Dave, here's the link to National 50 Benchrest League. Target info is there
http://national50.org/index.html
http://national50.org/index.html
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Thanks for the link Loufish! I’ll get some and try it. I’m going to be in for some frustration lol! I’m used to shooting groups and then abandoning a group as soon as it’s not small! I’ll give it my best shot! Now my bad shots are going to sick right in my face until I finish the card lol! Going to be fun to try.
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Had time for one card yesterday in the crazy swirling wind of 12-20. I was quite surprised by my results. I actually slowed my velocity down and accuracy improved in the wind, which made me scratch my head why ??? Adjusted down from 995 to 960.
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Good to see activity. We are sanctioned here in the Houston area. No scheduled match yet. Looking for competitors. We have a 5 concrete bench range with distances out to 100 yards.
I am available 7 days a week to shoot any class. Pellet with RAW HM1000x .22, Air Venturi .22, Both will shoot slugs. I have custom Anshutz and Factory Wihchester 50 D also a Tikka. for Rim fire.
I am available 7 days a week to shoot any class. Pellet with RAW HM1000x .22, Air Venturi .22, Both will shoot slugs. I have custom Anshutz and Factory Wihchester 50 D also a Tikka. for Rim fire.
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