General Information: The M1A match was developed to celebrate the M14 Service Rifle and to test the marksman’s ability with a fun and challenging course of fire. The M1A match is similar to the GSM match in that any safe functional rifle can be used. National Match modified rifles are allowed and “As issued” rifles will compete in the same class. This course of fire is designed so that both new and experienced shooters can compete. To be clear many types of service rifles (bolt-action or semi-auto) that any country would have used for the armed forces can be fired in this match. Match will require competitors to fire in the prone, sitting, and standing positions at a target 300 yards.
Registration: QSC Quantico 300 yard M1A Match - June 12th Registration | PractiScore
Date of Match: June 12, 2021 (0800 assembly time)
Location & Directions to the Range: Marine Corps Base Quantico, Calvin Lloyd Range Complex, Rifle Range 2, 300 yard line (Registration will be conducted on 300 yd line or the Downrange club if inclement weather)
Competition open to: Any eligible competitor, you need not be a member of the NRA, CMP or Quantico Shooting Club. All competitors must sign a signed “Eligibility Affidavit and Liability Agreement” & present at registration.
How to get aboard base: Must have DOD ID card, DBIDs access, or if needed use of the trusted traveler program (where a person w/ base access will vouch for another participant who does not yet have base access.) Personnel who register for the match without DoD credentials must report to the MCBQ Visitor Control Center, Bldg 27031X; Telegraph Rd.; Stafford, VA 22554 to obtain a Base Day Pass. You must register to be placed on the QSC Access Request.
- Look for the Practiscore link to register and get name on an access roster.
Entry Fee: 10 dollars for club members & 20 dollars for non-club members
Entries Close: Squadding to occur at 0840, fees will not be accepted after squadding.
Firing Starts: 0900 (anticipate 3 relays IE: 1 firing, 1 scoring, 1 pit duty)
Rules: This is an unsanctioned match however rules for conduct of the match will be used following the CMP 8th Edition—2020 & 2021. These rules govern the event.
Course of Fire: Course of Fire will be the CMP M1A Match: 45 rounds of ammunition will be needed in order to complete the course of fire. All target will be at 300 yards. Competitors must be prepared to pull pit duty. No paid pit pullers will be available.
Environmental Hazards: Weather will be hot and ticks will be abundant. Bring proper clothing, water, sunscreen, and tick repellent.
Point of Contact: Match director Richard Martinez at martinezrichardq@yahoo.com