First go at Sillywets ...

[J.B.]

Well a few in our band of intrepid 'would be' buffalo shooters headed out to the mid west of New South Wales to have a go at metallic silhouette about a week ago and it was quite an experience. The match was basically put on by one of our members who lives out there to give us an introduction and taste of what its like. The rules werent rigidly enforced, in that we were allowed to use slightly overweight rifles ( ie. 12 - 13 lbs) ..and were permitted to shoot sitting on foot stools. No grading of course but as frustrating as it was, it was still a lot of fun.
I was fortunate enough to be squadded with two seasoned silhouette shooters who were invaluable as spotters and were the sole reason I managed a score in double digits at all. I shot my 44 x 2 1/4 and when I managed to connect....the 480 grain bullet left no doubt the target was down. Some do seem to be in suspended animation though when one only grazes the edge.
Was a great experience...and after nearly three months.. I was happy to be able to shoot at all. Only hope its not another 12 months before I get another chance. Yessir... a new found respect for good shooters in this arena. It's a hoot.