R112mercer Posted November 21, 2006 Share Posted November 21, 2006 Some of the information looks incorrect (the dates don't add up) and the application is from the last match, but, this is a GREAT match. It's held on West Point's ranges, which are huge and offer a lot of possibilities for stages. Last time there were 11 stages, 8 rifle, 2 pistol, 1 shotgun. Round count was usually around 20-30, with one 44 round rifle stage. You are transported from range to range by match staff (usually on Humvee's or Deuce-and-a-halfs). The match is not USPSA, check the match info for scoring and rules. At the last match during lunch you could shoot full autos for a modest fee. Prize table was large and well stocked. Everyone got something in the random raffle and top three shooters in each class got a gun, IIRC. Look here: USMA 3 Gun Match Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillL223 Posted November 21, 2006 Share Posted November 21, 2006 Some of the West Point Combat Team members shot the Topton Pistol match and the Rifle Side match. I questioned the dates and they confirmed March 24 and 25. Bill L Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtielke Posted November 22, 2006 Share Posted November 22, 2006 Good to see they are holding that match again this year, Andy was a great guy. Wish I was closer so I could support it. Make sure and go to his web site, click on original story, then news, and read it from the bottom up. That was a long month, I must have refreshed that site a few hundred times a day waiting for updates on his condition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R112mercer Posted November 22, 2006 Author Share Posted November 22, 2006 Some of the West Point Combat Team members shot the Topton Pistol match and the Rifle Side match. I questioned the dates and they confirmed March 24 and 25. Bill L Thanks, Bill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wsimpso1 Posted November 22, 2006 Share Posted November 22, 2006 Cool. Anyone from Michigan want to go by small airplane? Billski Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Weidhaas Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 Received an email today from a USMA Cadet indicating the appl. for the match should be on their web site within a few days. Nick- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glock17w Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 I wish I could go back to my alma mater to shoot this match. It would be nice to visit West Point to shoot instead of going back to school. glock17w Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Sierpina Posted January 5, 2007 Share Posted January 5, 2007 Match registration form is now on the website. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuckbradley Posted January 5, 2007 Share Posted January 5, 2007 Hey I know this is off topic but I am trying to steer my son into applying to west point. Any alum here that can give a word of wisdom or ways to more appropriately show him the advantages of that path. PM please since its off topic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topmaul Posted January 13, 2007 Share Posted January 13, 2007 I'm pretty sure I'm going and I'm bringing my son, I was told he can shoot rifle and shotgun but not pistol, some lame New York law, but it's a chance to get up there and check out West Point. BTW he is 15 and outstanding with the rifle and shotgun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusher Posted January 14, 2007 Share Posted January 14, 2007 I was told he can shoot rifle and shotgun but not pistol, some lame New York law Isn't the match being held on Fed land? This may negate any State statute regarding posession of a handgun by a non-resident minor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuckbradley Posted January 14, 2007 Share Posted January 14, 2007 I dont know about that unless the law has changed in the last couple years. My boys both shot the Area 7 in NY. I was with the understanding it was ok for a junior to shoot if they were not a resident of NY, the law applied to residents. I felt bad for the kids at that the match working but couldnt shoot. Has the law changed or were you talking about residents juniors? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Weidhaas Posted January 14, 2007 Share Posted January 14, 2007 Chuck is correct. A NY junior resident can not shoot, but an out of state junior with a parent can. Talk about some screwed up laws. My son (13) shot the Area 7 in NY with me this past year, no problems. Nick- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R112mercer Posted January 14, 2007 Author Share Posted January 14, 2007 West Point is Federal Land, New York State Law does not apply. The only exception would be transporting guns through New York to get to West Point. If you look at the match info (esp. the registration form) it states they will allow you to shoot Class III full autos for a minor fee. This is verboten in New York, but guess what, you're not in New York any more! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuckbradley Posted January 14, 2007 Share Posted January 14, 2007 The problem would be transporting the class 3 through NY state to get there. You have to apply for a permit to travel out of state with class 3. The big point of this is to make sure your route doesnt take you through non class 3 states. I have never got a permit myslef so there are some out there who know more about that than me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R112mercer Posted January 14, 2007 Author Share Posted January 14, 2007 The Class III weapons are property of the Combat Weapons Team. They're not inviting you to bring your own, they're inviting you to shoot theirs, for a small fee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuckbradley Posted January 14, 2007 Share Posted January 14, 2007 The Class III weapons are property of the Combat Weapons Team. They're not inviting you to bring your own, they're inviting you to shoot theirs, for a small fee. Sorry , guess I tied the transporting over to the full autos and what they are doing didnt occur to me. So what kind can we shoot? any big stuff? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Sierpina Posted January 15, 2007 Share Posted January 15, 2007 The Class III weapons are property of the Combat Weapons Team. They're not inviting you to bring your own, they're inviting you to shoot theirs, for a small fee. Sorry , guess I tied the transporting over to the full autos and what they are doing didnt occur to me. So what kind can we shoot? any big stuff? Chuck, If you go to the website listed on the first thread, I believe it states what's available on the entry form. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maineshootah Posted January 16, 2007 Share Posted January 16, 2007 West Point is Federal Land, New York State Law does not apply. The only exception would be transporting guns through New York to get to West Point. OK... Let us break this down. A few of us from Maine are planning to go to this match. Now, some of us were planning on shooting open, others tactical. This means we *may* have lots of things like, beta-cs, high cap mags, ARs with telescoping stocks as well as pistol grips and flash hiders, you know... the standard stuff. *What type of regs should we be looking out for as we make our way through the state?* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R112mercer Posted January 16, 2007 Author Share Posted January 16, 2007 Configure your gear as per the Federal Transport Law. All firearms should be unloaded and stored in a locked container, preferably in a separate, locked portion of the vehicle (read: trunk). You're coming from the North so there's no reason to be passing through NYC, so no worries there. Drive within the speed limit and don't consent to a search of your vehicle and you should be OK. You own your gear legally in your state, you are passing through New York state to get to Federal Property, thus the Federal Transport Law governs you just as it would if you drove through New York to get to a match in Florida or any other State/Territory/Country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tewlman Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 (edited) sounds like a cool match, hope i can make it Edited January 17, 2007 by tewlman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ap3 Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 sounds like a cool match, hope i can make it Hey it would be great to see you guys there. I have already sent my registration in, andlet me tell you it was hard not to overspend on buying mags to shoot the full auto guns. If you guys come through my way on your trip up or back you are welcome to stop over for burgers on the grill. Albert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ap3 Posted February 18, 2007 Share Posted February 18, 2007 On another topic: Anybody have any good hotel reccomendation for this match? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galt11 Posted February 19, 2007 Share Posted February 19, 2007 On another topic:Anybody have any good hotel reccomendation for this match? You could always look at Hotel Thayer, right on the grounds. It is very beautiful but a little expensive. There are quite a few hotels right around the school as the cadets families come to visit all the time. Adam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregory_k Posted February 19, 2007 Share Posted February 19, 2007 Are there any hotels around the area? Yes, however it will be nearly impossible to stay within 30 minutes of West Point due to Plebe Parent Weekend. Your best bet is a hotel in Newburgh , Middletown or Poughkeepsie . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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