On Target Africa

On Target Africa is a leisure read for the growing precision rifle, long-range and ELR competition sports-shooting market. Our pride and joy are our in-depth rifle, firearm and accessory reviews, which allow our readers to make smart purchase decisions. From the outdoors to legal issues and club news, we are your #1 resource. Purchase single online issues at www.ontargetafrica.zinioapps.com/shop or email distribute@ontargetafrica.co.za for subscription details.

On Target Africa

from the editor’s desk

Spot the Winner! • In May 2023 I attended the King of 2 Miles match in France. As the only US shooter at this event, I did not have a shooting partner or spotter.

Send IT 2–Mile Challenge

TOP ELR MOMENTS OF 2023 • This year was jam packed full of new records being set using Cutting Edge Bullets. In case you missed it, here are the rock stars of 2023.

THE NEW GEN5 PISTOL MODELS

THE NEW G49 MOS

THE GLOCK PERFORMANCE TRIGGER FOR ADDITIONAL CALIBERS

Pistol Compensators for EDC • In this issue we discuss a somewhat contentious topic that has been going back and forth for a long time, namely the use of pistol compensators for EDC (Everyday Carry) firearms.

What Are The Downsides?

Noodhulp Koning van die Myl • Last year was the fifth time that Noodhulp Farm had the honour of hosting the Koning van die Myl (King of the Mile), the mantra of which is, and will always be, that there can only be ONE. We hosted the match from 24 to 25 November 2023. The range is located between Paternoster and Vredenburg in the Western Cape.

Shukokai Practical Shooting Club • Military road Schotsche Kloof Cape Town 20th January 2024 Club Match Match Level 1

Rigby Unveils New Big Game Lightweight rifle • London gunmaker John Rigby & Co. has added the Big Game Lightweight rifle to its renowned Big Game series. The latest edition was officially unveiled at the Rigby booth at the Dallas Safari Club (DSC) Convention and Sporting Expo 2024 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Centre in Dallas, Texas, from 11 to 14 January.

THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF Fires UNDERSTANDING FIRE CLASSIFICATION AND FIRE EXTINGUISHERS • Fire is a powerful force of nature that has the power to both shape our world and bring it to its knees. According to SafeQuip, a leading distributor of fire-related equipment, understanding the different types of fires and how to combat them is essential for safety and protection.

SELF-DEFENCE HAS NO RULES

Long Range and ELR 2024 Calender