tpe187 Posted January 21, 2006 Share Posted January 21, 2006 After one to many trips to the range while forgetting something important ie Ammo or the Chronograph screens, I decided to make a Checklist that I will use prior to going to the range. While not encompassing every little thing you can take, this will all fit in my Shooters Connection bag, minus the guns. I normally keep it packed with the normal things, but I think this checklist will help me out. Anyone else using one, or do you have anything that you would add? Keep in mind this is for local outings, 10minutes from home, not a trip to a major match, several states away. The actual card is about 5x7 with two columns with small blocks to check off. Tom Guns Rifle Pistol Shotgun Magazines Rifle Pistol Ammunition Rifle Pistol Shotgun Glasses Ear Protection Holster with Belt Range Book Pen, Pencil, Alcohol Marker /eraser Chronograph Skyscreens / Tripod Timer Spotting Scope/Stand Shooting Rest Laser Rangfinder Stapler w/Staples Targets Tools Cleaning supplies – Hoppes, Oil, rag, Squib rod / Cleaning Rod Extra Batteries – 9v, C-more / Aimpoint, AA for Muffs Brass Bag Hat Water/Snack Cell Phone set to Vibrate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dream Posted January 21, 2006 Share Posted January 21, 2006 1 more thing Sunscreen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TCK Posted January 21, 2006 Share Posted January 21, 2006 You forgot to take a buddy along to introduce a new shooter to the sport! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jessej Posted January 21, 2006 Share Posted January 21, 2006 (edited) I bring some Benadryl in case someone gets stung by a bee or something. And have used it on one occasion. The dude got stung right on his lip. OUCH! Edited January 21, 2006 by jessej Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBF Posted January 21, 2006 Share Posted January 21, 2006 Toilet paper. Never leave home without it. Something to clean your hands off is nice to have also. ( Doubly so if you forgot the toilet paper ) Travis F. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TCK Posted January 21, 2006 Share Posted January 21, 2006 I bring some Benadryl in case someone gets stung by a bee or something. And have used it on one occasion. The dude got stung right on his lip. OUCH! My wife, who is VERY allergic to bees, had one land on her grip late this past season. When her arm brushed against the grip, it nailed her. Luckily we carried an EpiPen with us. She shot that stage much faster than she normaly shoots and did very well. We teased her afterwards of using performance enhancing drugs . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shred Posted January 22, 2006 Share Posted January 22, 2006 My going-to-the-range checklist consists of - Gun - Ammo - Magazines - Holster - Eyes & Ears Everything else is assumed to be in the shooting bag or truck already. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue edge Posted January 22, 2006 Share Posted January 22, 2006 bug spray gloves, ( cold weather ) hat, To keep the SUN off of the bald spot or keep the head warm in winter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tangram Posted January 22, 2006 Share Posted January 22, 2006 First Aid: gauze pads, paper tape, a couple bandaids .... Hand warmers: Hot Hands brand - highly recommended in our cool wet weather Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkrispies Posted January 22, 2006 Share Posted January 22, 2006 1. Hand towlettes. I just ordered some D-wipes from Brownells, which are supposed to be specifically designed to remove lead. 2. I like to stand on a king-sized bedsheet: it makes catching my brass a LOT easier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
p3ordie Posted January 22, 2006 Share Posted January 22, 2006 Here's my check list. checklist Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tpe187 Posted January 22, 2006 Author Share Posted January 22, 2006 Sunscreen and Bugspray are good ones. Also forgot the mag brush. Yes, by all means bring someone new to the range so they can shoot and offer to let someone shoot your guns, espeically if you are well enough off to have something fancy or expensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shred Posted January 22, 2006 Share Posted January 22, 2006 D-wipes rock. I keep a jar of 'em in my truck and their lead-removing soap at home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clay1 Posted January 22, 2006 Share Posted January 22, 2006 Recently have added a tape measure for setting up stages and a calculator. A Leatherman Wave multitool is very useful. I also recently added a squib rod - don't ask. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkrispies Posted January 22, 2006 Share Posted January 22, 2006 Recently have added a tape measure for setting up stages and a calculator. A Leatherman Wave multitool is very useful. I also recently added a squib rod - don't ask. +1 on a 75' tape measure... and a recently added squib rod. I don't need to ask. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dream Posted January 22, 2006 Share Posted January 22, 2006 this took off like a rocket Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dream Posted January 22, 2006 Share Posted January 22, 2006 (edited) sry. got button happy Edited January 22, 2006 by Dream Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al503 Posted January 22, 2006 Share Posted January 22, 2006 gun(s) magazines ammo eyes ears stapler tape/tape gun timer brass bag squib rod and brass hammer (uh, for anyone else to use ) small first aid kit handi wipes belt sticks targets (paper and steel) water and clif bars oil pro grip and that's about it. I wish I needed sunblock up here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevin c Posted January 23, 2006 Share Posted January 23, 2006 (edited) Leather gloves for work, not just to keep the mitts warm. I've pinched too many fingers on steel, cut them on staples on sticks/pulled targets or on jacket spatter embedded in props to leave home without them. Baby wipes in a baggie will get most anything off my hands. Did anybody mention raingear? I toss a set of foldable nylon wind/rain raingear into my bag during the rainy season. Edited to add a billion little things if I'm at a major match away from my home turf, such as a rule book, IPod or reading to zone out if there's downtime, back up gun, spare parts, all the tools I need for repairs that I'd deal with at home if it just was a problem in practice, vs. a big match. Edited January 23, 2006 by kevin c Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tpe187 Posted January 23, 2006 Author Share Posted January 23, 2006 Yep, for a match, I find there are a lot of other things to bring. Especially if I'm travelling several hours or have to fly. I don't want to be scrounging when I get there. Spare parts are a must for common problem areas. These are all gun specific, but if possible, a backup gun is nice to have. Worst case, most people will let you borrow their gun to finish. Clothes are another good issue. Nothing like getting drenched and then having to drive several hours in your truck back home. A nice light rain jacket and some dry change of clothes is a must have. As for tools, that could be a big list as well. I usually bring at least a Gerber Multitool and a pocket set of hex keys. A small brass hammer and punch is good also. What else do you guys bring? Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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