On Target Africa

ON TARGET AFRICA prides itself on the in-depth firearm reviews that aim to make the reader fully informed by the time the new firearm owner walks into their gun store to make further enquiries, or better still their purchase. We endeavour to bring new products to the consumer to keep them fully informed as to what is new to market thereby retaining an impartiality. ON TARGET AFRICA is the perfect publication to cover the over 14 sports-shooting disciplines in South Africa, a diverse and growing market, from gear and equipment to coverage of the major long-range, Extreme Long Range events, and related markets such as outdoors, 4X4ing and game farms, hunting and wildlife management and conservation. ON TARGET AFRICA provides expert and professional reviews of the latest firearms and accessories. Also catering for the equally-important collectors’ market, which plays a vital role in preserving our country’s firearm heritage. Another focus for ON TARGET AFRICA is the tactical market, which is of growing importance due to the large number of security companies operating in South Africa at present. This means that a key focus of ON TARGET AFRICA is the family experience. Sports-shooting is, indeed, a family sport, and we cater for every single member, from professional to amateur, and even children, who need to acquire firearm safety and basic knowledge as soon as possible. Sports-shooters, of course, are great outdoors enthusiasts, which is why we will be focusing on the 4x4 community as well, getting stuck into the dust-and-dirt of the many hiking trails available across the country, and showcasing our extremely diverse fauna and flora. ON TARGET AFRICA is a high-quality specialist magazine, with copies distributed nationally ten months of a year through CNA, Exclusive Books, specialist book stores, shooting sports ranges, and gun stores. ON TARGET AFRICA keeps its consumers up-to-date and well-informed. It encourages smart buying decisions by delivering comprehensive and expert product and gun reviews, in addition to topical articles on the latest trends and developments in legislation, regulations and licencing. Stay Safe. On Target Africa advocates correct eye and ear protection be worn at all times on all shooting ranges and at all shooting events. This is for visitors as well.

from the editor’s desk

On Target Africa

Clay Pigeon Adventures The Way of the Future • As South African firearm owners, we have become desensitised as to what to expect from our shooting ranges and shooting range complexes. Traditionally, the latter are plotted out on a piece of land well off the beaten track. Most South African shooting range layouts and designs are geared more towards function and not form; the infrastructure can only be described as lacklustre and, dare I say, basic.

2022 KING OF 1 MILE and KING OF 2 MILES SOUTH AFRICA: ALL YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED • It is hard to believe that ten months have already gone by since the previous event at the Karoo King of the Plains Shooting Range from 28 to 30 October 2021. From a host’s perspective, this evokes mixed feelings, as it was undoubtedly our hardest event. The torrential rain throughout elevated each and every task to a level you hope you must never deal with. Yet the Impact Xtreme Team and our volunteers held it together with continual problem-solving. They were undeterred in their perseverance, resulting in the successful conclusion of the event.

The 2022 King of 1 Mile and King of 2 Miles South Africa events • As far as registrations were concerned, it would have been the largest year to date. Initial registrations even surpassed the record turnout in 2021. Yet, as the date drew closer and closer, the cancellations started rolling in. The majority of the reasons were work related, a few due to injuries and some due to equipment malfunctions and unresolvable last-minute obstacles. Off the top of my head,...