Benchrest Precision .22LR Rimfire Shooting
Our mission is to introduce the shooting sport of precision .22 LR rimfire rifle benchrest to HRC members of all ages and experience in a fun, challenging, and exciting way. We aim to hone skills as precision rifle shooters in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere where members can choose their level of involvement—whether to build personal precision shooting skills or compete for points and end-of-year award recognition.
There are several ways to enjoy shooting with HRC’s precision benchrest group. You can shoot at the 50 yd range or the 100 yd range – or both! You can shoot targets with the group to have a fun morning out with the benchrest group - no matter your level or experience - or add to your general knowledge and skills by participating in our Benchrest Recognition Award Competition.
Even benchrest beginners can participate in this friendly competition. NEW for 2025 is a reorganization featuring three designated competition classes at the 50 yd range: “The Factory Class,” “The Modified Factory Class,” and “The Unlimited Class.” There is one designated competition class at the 100 yd range: “The 100-Yard Open Class.” Casual Shooters can shoot at either the 50 or 100 yd ranges. Each competition class will have its own recognition. Perhaps your name will be added to our club’s Recognition Awards on display inside the clubhouse!
You can choose to be involved in more than one program. Currently, there are two shooting lines, and you can participate in both (in different programs). Targets will be available for benchrest shooters at each event for a nominal fee.
CLICK HERE FOR - Benchrest General Competition Guidelines - 2025
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The Casual Shooter Class
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The HRCThe Competition Classes:
Factory Class The HRC Factory Class matches take place at the 50-yard covered range. This class includes unmodified 22 LR magazine or tube-fed rifles currently in production with an MSRP of less than $1,250. (No magnum rounds allowed.) Other rifles may be specifically included or excluded as listed in the FACTORY Class Competition Approved Rifles details found in the current HRC Benchrest Guidelines, available on the HRC website under Benchrest Members’ Activities or by contacting HRCbenchrest@gmail.com. | Modified Factory Class The HRC Modified Factory Class is shot at the 50 yd covered range. It consists of 22 LR rifles that are accepted in the Factory Class but may be modified, are magazine-fed, tube-fed, or single-fed rifles, are currently or not currently in production, or have a current MSRP that must not exceed $1,750, including modifications. (No magnum rounds). Other rifles may be specifically included or excluded as detailed in the Modified FACTORY Class Competition Approved Rifles sections of the current HRC Benchrest Guidelines, which are available on the HRC website in the Benchrest Members’ Activities area or by contacting HRCbenchrest@gmail.com . | Unlimited Class The HRC Unlimited Class is conducted at the 50-yard covered range. It includes any .22 caliber rimfire rifle, encompassing but not limited to factory rifles, modified factory rifles, precision rifles made by precision manufacturers, and custom rifles (no magnum rounds). More information can be found in our current HRC Benchrest Guidelines, available on the HRC website in the Benchrest Member’s Activities area or by contacting HRCbenchrest@gmail.com. | 100-Yard Open Class The HRC 100-Yard Open Class consists of any .22 caliber rimfire rifle, including but not limited to factory rifles, modified factory rifles, precision rifles made by precision manufacturers, and custom rifles. (No magnum rounds). More information can be found in our current HRC Benchrest Guidelines, available on the HRC website in the Benchrest Member’s Activities area or by contacting HRCbenchrest@gmail.com. |