Nation,
I've been using my slugs out of my 1720T pistol for Field Target for the last 2 years, with no complaints or issues. As someone mentioned above, I've been actively tinkering with a slug for Field Target use, and I've come close to achieving the accuracy I want, but it's just short.
For those who think a slug at sub 20 ft.lbs, or even 12ftlb, which is my world, will damage targets, or travel further than a "regular " pellet, I can safely say that they won't. The alloy of my slugs, are way softer than any projectile out there. Almost all pellets have alloys in them that make them harder.....I use almost pure lead at 99.98%.
I have never been denied the use of slugs in a match, when I've inquired upon their legality of use. I have not shot them in a match out of my rifle as of now.....
If the AAFTA BOG is going to discuss this, they should make a recommendation to the AAFTA member clubs, after discussing the topic. A reason upholding their decision, regardless of if it's for, or against should be made. It should go out to the member clubs for a vote, majority wins. That would be the fair way of going forward with this topic.
That being said, as a match director myself, I would have no issues of anyone who wants to use slugs at one of my matches, and anywhere else for that matter. As the rules are read, it is a legal projectile.
Just my view
Tom Holland
Field Target Tech
Fieldtargettech.com