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www.GSSFonline.com Volume II, 2011 Gen4 G21 and G34 page 1 Ladies Only! page 3 More for the New 4: Gen4 Models 21 and 34 G LOCK has recently introduced new models in the Gen4 format, as the new design technology continues to move Membership Benefits into the GLOCK pistol product line. To page 4 review the next generation of GLOCK pistols, Shooting Squad the fourth or “Gen4” has a number of notable page 5 improvements. These include a new three hundred sixty degree gripping surface on the GSSF Indoor League exterior of the frame, a reversible magazine pages 8-11 catch, a dual spring recoil spring assembly (DRSA), and other internal Team Carver Mounts page 11 improvements. Taking the models in numerical Law Enforcement/ order, we’ll examine the Gen4 page 12 Military G21 first. Readers will recall that the GLOCK Model 21 in .45 Auto Member’s Corner was introduced in the early 1990’s pages 13-18 with the full-size GLOCK Model 20 in 10mm. Pistol magazines, Juniors page 19 especially in .45 Auto, had generally Photo Gallery been reduced in capacity, and pages 20-23 the 13 round capacity of the G21 magazine was an instant hit. Staff Member Interestingly, the large frame GLOCK page 24 Highlight was developed for the 10mm cartridge adopted by the FBI at the time and Gunsite Academy as a birthday present for Mr. Glock. The .45 page 25 Auto cartridge could fit easily into the big envelope (that was not the case with the standard sized G17 frame) and was added to the line. It quickly became a hot seller. Americans liked the .45 Auto cartridge, developed for US military use early in the 20th century. Texas Rangers and tough big city detectives used it. And the progenitor of the SWAT team concept, LAPD, had adopted the cartridge; FBI HRT followed suit. The United States See Page 25 Marine Corps tested an early G21, and recommended its adoption if a new pistol WIN A GLOCK! was to be procured. The G21, having been introduced in a “second” generation format, was upgraded to third generation receiver with finger grooves and accessory rail. It was the only GLOCK model to be produced with a Picatinny rail and ambidextrous mag catch (in the US at the time) in response to draft proposals from the US military. At present, the G21SF (for Short Frame), with a reduced trigger reach and a standard magazine catch has been very popular. And the popularity seems destined to increase with the Gen4. In addition to the aforementioned qualities, the Multiple Backstrap System (MBS) gives adaptability for different hand sizes to the big GLOCK. The Dual Spring DRSA changes the recoil impulse for the better, resulting in flatter and faster shooting. And, the new dot (‘.’) connector gives a notable trigger pull right at 5 pounds. GSSF has expanded the ‘Major Sub’ Division to ‘Heavy Metal’, which allows the large frame guns to compete. The Gen4 21 seems perfect for it, as well as IDPA and 3 Gun competitions. Other famous GLOCK attributes, such as near-diamond hard rust resistant (Continued on page 3) (Continued from page 1) finish and triple safety Safe Action fire control complete the package. The GLOCK Model 34 in 9x19mm, developed specifically for the competition arena (and winning most every title possible) is perhaps the quintessential example of a competitive GLOCK. The Gen4 version with the MBS system makes it usable for almost everyone. It, along with its bigger brother the G35 in .40 caliber, will again be in the winners circle. In addition to competitive events, a number of law enforcement agencies have fielded the pistols and are very pleased with the results. As with the earlier G17/22 Gen4s, the dual spring RSA affords increased longevity and control. The Practical/Tactical Models have had enhancements, e.g., an extended slide stop lever, and this remains true with the Gen4 models. The reversible magazine catch offers more catch area in the Gen4 models, and this definitely helps the new G34s. Other competition enhancements include GLOCK adjustable sights and the competiton trigger assembly with ‘minus’ connector. A South Carolina can be warm in May, but the volunteers and GSSF staff rose to the occasion, providing a safe and fun venue. And the usual GSSF socializing and networking provided a pleasant experience. After the scores were tallied, Wei Young of North Carolina was the Match Meister for this first-of-its-kind event. It’s believed there will be others in the years to come. Ladies got to experience competition in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. One novice competitor with a well-used and borrowed G19, had it basically rebuilt by the factory Armorer. Special thanks to East Coast Guns, Josh “Lumpy” Cooper of Country Boy Enterprises for the BBQ, Melissa Pollutta of “Trash Gurl, LLC” for the support facilities (vital purple portable potties”!), and last, but certainly not least, Lisa Marie and Tommy Judy of B.E.L.T. Training for the idea, and the dedication to making it happen. GSSF salutes the ladies! nother historical milestone in the GLOCK Sport Shooting Foundation was achieved over the Memorial Day weekend this year, when GSSF and B.E.L.T. Training, LLC, ran the first ever “Ladies Only” GSSF match outside of Charleston, SC. There were 105 entries with pink the predominant choice of color amongst the dozens of competitors. It was a chance for the ladies to show what they were made of and shine in the sunlight without the haze of testosterone interfering! The group of competitors were from all walks of life: homemakers, business owners, single mothers and law enforcement officers. Local Sheriff (Charleston County) Al Cannon, paid the entry fee for any female deputy competing. Fathers, husbands, brothers and sons were on hand to lend support and tote the gear and ammo. The women came from all across the region: North and South Carolina, Florida and Tennessee being the most common home bases. The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 These new GLOCKs are the next step ahead for GLOCK and the shooting world! © GLOCK, 2011 page Three GSSF Membership Benefits A question we often hear is: “What do I get for the $35 I paid for joining GSSF or the $25 I pay for annual membership renewals?” Initial Membership Package Your initial membership package will include a copy of the GLOCK Annual magazine, a GSSF hat, a copy of the GLOCK Report detailing the GSSF program itself, and several other promotional items. Matches Nationwide The biggest single benefit is the opportunity to attend the GSSF matches themselves. There are over 40 per year, nationwide, at outside venues. Prizes at an outdoor match average approximately 15 firearms and over $3200 cash. More entry numbers equals more prizes (and higher quality of prizes). There are also more than 200 Indoor League matches nationwide per year. These are held at GLOCK Stocking Dealers who also run indoor shooting ranges. Firearms and other GLOCK item awards are also a feature of these matches. Armorer’s Classes As a GSSF member you are allowed access to the basic GLOCK Armorers class. As a GLOCK owner, this teaches you how to detail strip and maintain your GLOCK collection. GSSF members who attend these classes may also purchase new GLOCK firearms at preferential prices, in addition to the annual firearm purchase program available due to their membership. CMP Affiliation GSSF is now affiliated with the Civilian Marksmanship Program. The CMP makes World-War II-era military long guns and ammunition for them available to those eligible to purchase them at preferential prices. Pistol Purchase Program Yet another benefit of your GSSF membership. Please see below for details. We continually search for ways to make your GSSF membership more valuable and show our appreciation of your support of GLOCK products. We hope to see you at a GSSF match soon! At GSSF Matches, or from gssfonline.com “Bullet Hole” Mug $8, or 2 for $15 GSSF/GLOCK Professional Caps $10 Each Flashlight $15 page Four © GLOCK, 2011 The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 Hitting the Target By Randi Rogers I n my opinion, one of the most satisfying things in life is taking your GLOCK pistol, aiming at a target and hitting it square on. There are few sounds as wonderful as the ding you hear when a bullet hits a steel plate. While hitting the target sounds simple, it can sometimes be surprisingly and frustratingly difficult. Here are a few tips on hitting the target I would recommend to all shooters. First, grip. If you hold the pistol incorrectly it can make it difficult to hit the target. The strong hand should grip the pistol straight on from the back with the back strap secured squarely in the web of your hand. This will put the pistol in line with the bones of your arm. Your strong hand needs to be as high on the pistol as possible with no space between the web of your hand and the beavertail. You need to be able to easily pull the trigger with the meaty part of the end of your trigger finger, approximately half way between the first knuckle and the end of your finger. Very small hands or extremely large hands may have to shift the grip slightly one way or the other to reach the trigger The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 comfortably. Your support hand should be as high on the side of the pistol as possible sitting directly under the thumb of your strong hand. Both hands should be touching with no space between your thumbs. Grip the pistol firmly with both hands. Do not strangle the pistol because it will put a lot of tension in your arms and hands; however, you must grip firmly in order for the pistol to operate properly. With a good grip it will be easier to line up the sights, which is the next important step to hitting the target. The correct sight picture has the front post placed squarely in the rear notch. There should be equal light on both sides of the post and the top of the post should be level across with the top of the rear notch. The most important thing about lining up the sights is that you must keep them lined up throughout the shot. Many new shooters will line up the sights then look at the target. When they shift their focus the sights move and they miss. You want to watch the sights all the way through the trigger pull seeing them rise with the recoil as the shot breaks. The last step to hitting the target is trigger pull. This is probably the hardest skill to learn. When you pull the trigger squeeze straight back. Many new shooters tend to jerk the trigger because they are trying to counter act the expected recoil. Don’t be afraid of the recoil. When you pull the trigger you want to squeeze gently adding additional pressure slowly until the trigger breaks. It is very important that your finger move straight back. Don’t curl your finger because the sideways action will pull you off target. Be patient! As you gain more experience you will be able to shoot faster but in the beginning take your time and squeeze slowly allowing the shot to surprise you. To recap: grip the pistol firmly straight on with both your hands as high as possible, line up the sights with the post positioned squarely in the notch and watch the sight picture throughout the whole shot. Finally, pull the trigger with the meaty part of your finger pulling straight back with a squeezing motion until the shot breaks. Just imagine, a beautiful sunny day, the smell of gun powder in the air and “DING”— the sound of a well placed shot hitting a piece of steel. Sounds like GLOCK perfection. © GLOCK, 2011 page Five Revised GSSF Member Pistol Purchase Program Effective May 1, 2011 GSSF Members eligible for the Discount Purchase Program: • Current members with more than 12 months (1 year) consecutive time as a GSSF member and in possession of the new double-card membership form. • New “multi-year” members (2 Year, 3 Year, 5 Year and Lifetime members) in possession of the new double-card membership form. GSSF Members NOT eligible for the Discount Purchase Program: • New Annual (1 Year) members with less than 12 months with GSSF • New Annual Family Membership members with less than 1 year with GSSF. No person can purchase any type of new GSSF membership and then instantly purchase a pistol on this program. Dealers will not be able to take GSSF Membership fees, complete the membership paperwork and sell a discounted pistol in one transaction. All membership cards will be approved and issued by GSSF staff only. All members purchasing a pistol under this program must present to the dealer a new-style Membership Card marked as “GSSF Pistol Purchase Coupon” that the dealer will then attach to Form 4473 and retain for their records. Summary: GSSF will print / issue 2 types of membership card forms. New Annual members of any type will continue to get a single membership card and this card will NOT be accepted to purchase a discounted pistol. Renewing members of any type or New Multi-Year members will receive 2 membership cards. 1 card will be clearly marked as “GSSF Pistol Purchase Coupon,” and no member may receive the discounted price without this card. The dealer keeps that card and attaches it to Form 4473 and /or other pertinent records. These qualifying members may purchase 1 discounted pistol only per calendar year. Please contact GSSF at 770-437-4718 or email to [email protected] for more information. Member Responsibilities 1.Member contacts GLOCK for local dealer information, then calls the dealer to be sure they are participating in the program and that the dealer has the model wanted in stock. 2.Member takes the GSSF Pistol Purchase Coupon to the dealer along with any other required documents. Dealer will keep the card and attach it to the Form 4473 and/or other pertinent documents. 3.Member is responsible for any taxes or fees as is required by local, state and federal laws. 4.Member must meet all local, state and federal laws necessary to legally purchase a pistol. 5.Member may only purchase 1 GLOCK handgun per calendar year in this program. Dealer Responsibilities page Six 1.Dealer will only sell the discounted pistol upon presentation and receipt of the GSSF Pistol Purchase Coupon. 2.Dealer will retain the coupon for their records. 3. Dealer will sell the pistol from stock at the suggested Sub-Distributor pricing. © GLOCK, 2011 The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 We’re celebrating our 20th Anniversary in 2011 and we’ve updated the GSSF logo. We cherish our past while looking to the future. Thanks for the memories, and we hope you come along with us as we move on to even bigger and better match experiences. Thanks for supporting GLOCK, GSSF and the shooting sports and we hope you like our new “look.” We’ve given the GSSF Indoor League ‘ROTY’ (Range of the Year) award for the past few years and long-time member Danny R. recently asked us why we did not have an award for the Outdoor Range of the Year. WHAT A GREAT IDEA! (we’re glad our members share their thoughts with us). So, please let us know which outdoor match you like best! Think about all aspects involved, and send your votes to us. We’ll tally them up and announce the 2011 Outdoor Range of the Year in the GLOCK Report Volume I, 2012. Remember, you must vote between September 1 and December 31, 2011 with only one vote per member allowed. All the clubs do a great job and we appreciate everyone’s efforts. THANK YOU to all the club directors, set-up crews, ROs and others who make it possible for GSSF to provide the matches for our members. Send your votes to [email protected] The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 © GLOCK, 2011 page Seven T he award for GSSF Indoor League Range of the Year will be given to our top participating range. The range receiving the award will be featured as the Top Indoor GSSF Range in an article in the Vol. 1, 2012 GLOCK Report. Also, the range will receive a beautiful award plaque to proudly declare their achievement. This award will be determined by GSSF member attendance, recruiting of new and renewal memberships and by member nominations. Nominating members must have participated in a series at the range they are nominating for this prestigious award from January, 2011 to December, 2011. Nominations will not be counted beyond December 31, 2011. Only one nomination per GSSF member will be accepted. Please email your choice for Range of the Year to [email protected] stating all the reasons that you feel your Range is especially deserving of this award. All member input will be carefully considered, and is greatly appreciated. Make sure that your favorite range gets the recognition that they deserve. All of them work very hard to provide a terrific, safe and fun event for all who attend. Thank you to all of you who host GSSF Indoor League Series—we here at GSSF so greatly value the hard work that you put in, and the time that you spend. I wish that I could reward each and every one of you. We are having such a great year, and I enjoy working with every one of you. Keep up the good work, you never know who may be GSSF Range of the Year. Shoot well! Melanie C. Maness GSSF Indoor League Coordinator Match Schedule 3-Match Series Dates Range Name/Location/Phone 1st 2nd 3rd Spring Guns and Ammo / Spring, TX / 281- 288- 7000 07/26/11 08/30/11 09/27/11 www.springgunsandammo.com Tuesday Tuesday Tuesday Palmetto Indoor Range/Hardeeville, SC/843-784-5474 08/06/11 09/03/11 10/01/11 www.palmettoindoorrange.com Saturday Saturday Saturday Target World /Cincinnati, OH /513-772-3343 08/13/11 09/17/11 10/15/11 www.targetworld.net Saturday Saturday Saturday Sharp Shooting Indoor Range/Spokane, WA /509-535-4444 08/13/11 09/17/11 10/09/11 www.sharpshooting.net Saturday Saturday Sunday 08/28/11 09/25/11 10/30/11 Sunday Sunday Sunday Shooter’s Station/Conroe, TX/936-588-3333 10/08/11 11/12/11 12/10/11 www.myshootersstation.com Saturday Saturday Saturday LAX Firing Range Inc ./ Inglewood, CA / 310-568-1515 www.laxrange.com page Eight © GLOCK, 2011 The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 Match Schedule 3-Match Series Dates Range Name/Location/Phone 1st 2nd 3rd DFW Gun Club /Dallas, TX / 214-630-4866 10/22/11 11/19/11 12/17/11 www.dfwgunclub.com Saturday Saturday Saturday Total Firearms /Mason, MI /517-699-0597 01/07/12 02/04/12 03/03/12 www.migunshows.com Saturday Saturday Saturday The Shooter’s Sport Center/Racine, WI /262-681-1040 01/21/12 02/18/12 03/17/12 www.shootersonline.com Saturday Saturday Saturday Duncan’s Outdoor Shop / Bay City, MI / 989-894-6691 03/03/12 04/07/12 05/05/12ß www.duncansoutdoor.com Saturday Saturday Saturday 3-Match Series Results Sandy Springs Gun Club & Range May 21, June 18, July 16, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS C CLASS R. Lauer J. Baez R. Morris M. Aviles W. Gaither N. Kramer J. Alvarez D. Wallen D. Wallen Gunsmoke Indoor Range March 5, April 2, May 7, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS R. Plumley P. McMillion M. Allen J. Sizemore P. Roop R. Plumley Sharp Shooting Indoor Range May 14, June 11, July 9, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS C CLASS T. Hogue C. Till S. Maggio V. Roether W. Curry E. Meikle T. Reit R. Drass R. Drass Duncan’s Outdoor Shop March 5, April 2, May 7, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS R. Harrell L. Kaminski G. Gustafson P. Zamarron E. LeMay J. Lents PSS Range and Training April 17, May 1, May 15, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS W. Gardner J. Crump R. Young M. Henson J. Huffman C. Farris C CLASS C. Farris S. Atkinson R. Plumley Center Target Sports January 15, February 19, February 19, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS C CLASS R. Bass J. Rockingham-Smith J.P. Steciuk D. Daniel J.P. Steciuk R. Harman L. Brandon B. Davis B. Davis C CLASS M. Bonner M. Korn J. Lents The Shooter’s Sport Center January 15, February 19, March 19, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS C CLASS J. Bittick C. Harms E. Offerdahl J. Born D. Hyukh J. Pharris K. Born M. Piechowski M. Piechowski C CLASS D. Fix J. Crawford C. Farris The Firing Line February 26, March 19, April 30, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS C CLASS J. Parmentier S. James T. Sak A. Freeman J. Pumaville J. Carlisle G. Gustafson S. Wesner S. Wesner Lynchburg Arms January 10, February 20, March 6, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS C CLASS W. Gardner B. Fleshman D. Fix R. Barkley S. Rivers C. Farris J. Huffman T. Berryman T. Berryman C CLASS T. Caufield J. Whitney J.P. Steciuk Sam’s Gun Shop February 17, March 17, April 14, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS C CLASS D. Knight J. Durham T. Vollmetz C. Goss A. Bringhurst S. Larson B. Hanson R. Reed R. Reed Total Firearms January 8, February 12, March 12, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS C CLASS G. Gustafson J. Bell D. Babcock C. Hand J. Stimpson G. O’Neil E. LeMay A. Lopez A. Lopez C CLASS D. Fix J. Hightower J. Crawford Ready, Aim, Fire February 16, March 16, April 13, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS C CLASS D. Stockman G. Zaiss, Jr. A. Knuth R. Scwortzkopf J. Zarzecca W. Maxwell S. Kwierawski J. Honsberry J. Honsberry A CLASS E. Tucker L. Lambert J. Long C CLASS T. Mancusi K Funderburke J. Billings Sharp Shooting Indoor Range February 12, March 12, April 9, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS C CLASS T. Hogue A. Lester C. Cox R. Bass G. Alexander W. Curry R. Toulme S. Maggio S. Maggio Spring Guns and Ammo March 25, April 22, May 22, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS C CLASS B. Adams E. Licker J. Yanock S. Whitehead D. Blalock C. Darcy-Clark D. Free W. Beck W. Beck The Bullet Stop January 29, February 26, March 26, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS C CLASS M. Yoder M. Grammer N. Sharp T. Cronin M. Comacho J.C. Norman V. Kinsey R. Shull R. Shull The Arms Room March 17, April 14, May 19, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS J. Barrault J. Hargroder C. Parker L. Mixon L. Spears R. Adkins PSS Range and Training Center January 16, January 30, February 13, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS C CLASS P. Giammattei B. Finn J. Northern W. Gardner J. Crump D.Fix R. Young, Jr M. Huth M. Huth Center Target Sports April 16, May 21, June 18, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS R. Bass K. Darby B. Lynch G. Cummings T. Keys J.P. Steciuk Lynchburg Arms April 10, May 22, June 5, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS W. Gardner B. Cash J. Stump B. Fleshman T. Taylor J. Crawford Duncan Gun Shop April 3, May 1, June 5, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS I. Funderburke C. Neese M. Creed B. Hillenbrand I. Funderburke J. Billings C CLASS K. Johnson R. Pitts R. Adkins The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 © GLOCK, 2011 B CLASS P. Roop K. Hopkins M. Allen C CLASS M. Dempsey L. Foley M. Allen Bullseye Marksman January 8, February 5, March 5, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS R. Meade R. Mabee R. Lauer P. Laing C. Matthews A. Teefey C CLASS T. Ard M. Teefey A. Teefey Ace’s Indoor Shooting Range December 5, January 30, February 27, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS C CLASS A. Knurr A. Gomez L. Poveda S. Alvarez D. Zaitman L. McAllister D. Lue W. Rodriguez W. Rodriguez Gunsmoke Indoor Range December 4, January 8, February 5, 2011 A CLASS B CLASS C CLASS E.Tucker P. Roop M. Dempsey L. Lambert K. Hopkins L. Foley J. Long M. Allen M. Allen page Nine The GLOCK 500 Club (Effective September 23, 2003 ) SF LEAGUE GS GLOCK U SA 500 CLUB 2011 Match Date Location Match Participant April 17, May 1, May 15 PSS Range and Training Wes Gardner April 16, May 21, June 18 Center Target Sports Richard Bass, Brandon Lynch, Tom Keys, Todd Hougue March 25, April 22, May 22 Spring Guns and Ammo Britt Adams March 5, April 2, May 7 Gunsmoke Indoor Range Ritchie Plumley March 5, April 2, May 7 Duncan’s Outdoor Shop Richard Harrell, George Gustafson February 26, March 19, April 30 The Firing Line J. Keith Parmentier, Alan Freeman, George Gustafson February 17, March 17, April 14 Sam’s Gun Shop Datzwin Knight, Clint Goss, Ben Hanson January 29, February 26, March 26 The Bullet Stop Jim Daily, Mike Yoder, Rusty Ulmer, Max Weisner, Ralph Mitten, Tim Cronin, Manuel Comacho, Harry Weber, Les Khouankhouamdy January 15, February 19, February 19 Center Target Sports Brandon Lynch January 15, February 19, March 19 The Shooter’s Sport Center Larry Lake January 8, February 12, March 12 Total Firearms Erwin LeMay, Terry Denman, Brian Luettke, Bill Chunn, John Helmuth, Richard Harrell, Chris Hand, George Gustafson Winners of High Lady Class January, 2011 to July, 2011 page Ten 2011 Match Date Location Match Participant January-February-March Bullseye Marksman Cumming, GA Madeline Meade January-February-March New Albany Shooting Range New Albany, OH Sharon Roche January-February-March The Bullet Stop Wichita, KS Teresa Lee January-February-March Center Target Sports Post Falls, ID Jean Rockingham-Smith January-February-March The Shooters Sports Center Racine, WI Jean Born February, March, April Sharp Shooters Indoor Range Spokane, WA Sue Maggio February, March, April The Firing Line Westland, MI Lois Kuminsky February, March, April Sam’s Gunshop Pocatello, ID Toni Vollmer March, April, May Duncan’s Outdoor Shop Bay City, MI Liz LeMay March, April, May Gunsmoke Indoor Pistol Range Beckley, WV Brittany Long © GLOCK, 2011 The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 Winners of High Lady Class January, 2011 to July, 2011 2011 Match Date Location Match Participant March, April, May The Arms Room Dickinson, TX Koral Johnson March, April, May Spring Guns & Ammo Spring, TX Debra Jamrok April, May, June Center Target Sports Post Falls, ID Brenda Davis April, May PSS Range & Training Roanoke, VA Julia Crump April, May, June Duncan Gun Shop North Wilesboro, NC Karen Funderburk April, May, June Lynchburg Arms Lynchburg, VA Pam Van Buskirk May, June, July Sharp Shooters Indoor Range Spokane,WA Sue Maggio May, June, July Sandy Springs Gun Club Sandy Springs, GA Maureen O’Mara May, June, July New Albany Shooting Range New Albany, OH Sharon Roche Team Carver Mounts M The Traveling Road Show eet our friends, Dan Johnson, Don Dyer and Pete Straub. These guys are members of a group of shooters that we see all over the southeast and sometimes as far west as Las Vegas, Nevada. You see them at GSSF matches in their team colors. There is always a dinner arranged somewhere for Friday and Saturday night after the match. Everyone is invited and you can usually find the information out on one of the forums dedicated to GLOCK or GSSF. Dan, Don and Pete are Members Emeritus, but there are more of them in other parts of the country, like multi-Gunny Challenge winner Butch Barton, and Dwight Parker from Minnesota, Ed Ellison from Ohio and down in San Antonio Texas, Donna and Tony Clemens. Bobby Carver, for whom the team is named, doesn’t get out to matches like he used to, mostly because he is busy back at Carver Mounts. These guys bring out some other regulars, like Bobby Gross and Jim Mark. They come driving up in a big SUV and are always willing to help. You will find them on our RO crews at many of the matches here in the Southeast, like the GLOCK Annual Shoot. It is always a pleasure to have them at any of the matches they attend and they are great ambassadors for the GSSF program and shooting in general. Thank you to Team Carver Mounts from all of us here in GSSF! The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 © GLOCK, 2011 page Eleven Attention Law Enforcement Officers!. GSSF now offers Law Enforcement Agency Memberships. To qualify for this special offer, simply select up to 3 of your officers, fill out the form below and send it in to GSSF! Additional officers beyond the first 3 can 1 Yr. Payment Information: VISA / MC / Discover #: Expiration Date: page Twelve $45 $115 $175 $450 Cash join GSSF at the reduced rate of $15 per officer. Bring your Agency to a GLOCK match, have fun and win prizes! You can join, renew, locate matches and register at our website: www.gssfonline.com. ***3 Officer Pricing*** Check 1 Yr. $35 $85 $130 Money Order Last 3 Digits of Security Code (located on back): © GLOCK, 2011 The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 Member’s Corner Volume II, 2011 Pistol Giveaway Winner Before & After Before F irst of all, I just wanted to thank GLOCK, Inc and their staff for manufacturing (in my opinion), the most reliable semi-automatic handgun ever manufactured (or what I like to call the AK of auto pistols). As I write this, it’s two days before my first GSSF competition (or any competition for that matter), and I’m a little nervous but still looking forward to the event. Although I purchased my G21 in January 2011, I have yet to put any rounds through the gun for break-in purposes or practice, even though I have been meaning to for awhile now. While I have field-stripped and cleaned the gun, I have put in some time dry-firing it to get used to the trigger and sights. I have complete confidence that the gun will serve me well during the match. After: Well, it turns out that I shot the Canton/Dawsonville River Bend Ballistic Challenge IV, and my confidence in this gun was confirmed. My G21 ran flawlessly, without any malfunction of any kind while firing approximately 130 rounds during the match. I wish I could say the same for my own performance! I should have gotten around to practicing, but, all in all, I believe I shot pretty well for my very first match AND the first time shooting my gun. I ave been shooting GSSF matches since last year with my dad. Since shooting GSSF, I have won the Junior High Female category for Amateur Civilian division three times. The first in Pensacola, the second in Griffin and the third in Knoxville. I know that I have to practice harder in order to better myself. My dad and mother keep encouraging me to study hard in school and practice in order to achieve my goals in GSSF. I want to be able to reduce my times during competition, and hope to shoot for Team GLOCK. I also shot two entries at River Bend Ballistic Challenge this year. Plus, I helped RO, keep score and signed up squads. I am having a great time shooting and working the GSSF matches. My dad is having a great time too— seeing his shooting buddies, and working and shooting the matches. I also got to see some of my favorite GSSF folks again. I want to encourage other kids to come out and shoot with their parents; it is one of the fun ways to hang out with mom and dad. I look forward to shooting and working many other matches in the future. See you there. B .A. Georgia The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 D. J. Georgia Thanks, GSSF T hank you for my award(s) at the Table Rock Challenge IV in Morganton, NC. Sometimes it is better to be lucky than good! GLOCK and GSSF have been very, very good to me! The guys at my office think there is a conspiracy between me and GSSF/GLOCK. I tell them that all they need to do is go to the range, practice and then give the competition a try. Some good news for GLOCK is that we have begun changing out our 10-year-old GLOCKs for new Gen4 G17’s. Thanks for all your hard work— on the range, in the office and with the corporate folks that may see these matches as liabilities or cost centers rather than great advertisements for GLOCK! After all, where else can an old, arthritic, myopic deputy sheriff win an occasional $50 random award for just showing up and having fun? J. M. North Carolina (?????) © GLOCK, 2011 page Thirteen Member’s Corner First-Time Winner T oday I shot for the first time in a competition. My husband and I bought my G26 on June 4 of this year. I had previously only rented one, on the recommendation of a gun shop. I shot about 10 rounds in the rental G26. It felt much better than the ones I had tried in the past. We decided to wait for the local gun show to purchase one (or at least find out how much they cost). I was telling a friend about how I had rented a GLOCK, and was planning on purchasing one. He encouraged me greatly. His encouragement sold me on the G26. After the purchase, my friend also told me about GSSF (which I never thought I would participate in). I saw my friend again on Friday evening—he mentioned that there was a GSSF match the next day. I called my husband and told him about it. When I got home we went online and checked it out. I had looked at the GSSF info included with my GLOCK purchase, but didn’t know when the next event was being held; and wasn’t really thinking about joining until later in the year. On the drive up I was also nervous. I have never done any shooting like this before. Neither had my husband. We got there at 2:45 and asked where was the best place to start. We started with “5 to GLOCK.” I was scared and shaky, but I remembered what everyone kept saying. “It’s not about time, it’s about accuracy. Take your time and shoot. Don’t rush it.” I did take my time. I didn’t do too badly. I didn’t shoot fast, but that’s OK. Everyone says that will come with time. Next we did “GLOCK ’M.” Again, I was slow but managed to knock the Pepper Poppers down. Finally, we did “GLOCK the Plates.” In first round I got 4 and missed 2, in my second round I hit 4 and missed 2 and in my third round I hit 5 and missed 1. In my last round I hit all 6 plates in 6 shots! I was so happy—I did it—I got them all. Yay for me! The Range Masters all clapped! What a day we had! My husband shot all his plates in each round. Yay for him! All in all, we had a great time and plan to attend the GSSF match in Conyers. I just wanted to tell you all what a great bunch of people you have associated with GSSF. I was never made to feel like I couldn’t do it. Everyone was encouraging. River Bend Gun Club is a very nice facility. Thank you all for providing an opportunity to shoot like this. I had such fun! By the way, I shot as a Senior Female (I am 61 years old). Thanks again to all of you at GLOCK and GSSF. C. W. Georgia A Great Day! I On Saturday my husband and I decided to drive up to River Bend Gun Club and just look around to see what a match was like. The two women at the registration table were very encouraging and said to walk around and look at everything, which is what we did.Everyone we talked to was wonderful, helpful, interesting, etc. We decided to join GSSF right then, and sign up for the match. On Sunday we drove up to River Bend, this time with the equipment we needed to participate in our very first match. I was nervous the night before, and hardly slept. page Fourteen shot my first GSSF match last October in Tucson. I had been competing in local action pistol matches for some time and heard about GSSF from a fellow shooter who was also the match director in Tucson. During the month prior to the match, I dedicated my dry fire practice to simulating the three GSSF stages as best as I could. When match day arrived, I was impressed with both the administration of the match, and the pleasant folks working and shooting. Couples and families were very evident, along with many enthusiastic supporters of GSSF and other action shooting disciplines. The dry fire ended up paying off, as I ended up in second place in the Amateur Guardian division. The place prize was $100. The winner of the Amateur Guardian beat me by over 20 seconds, which was actually good, as it prevented me from second-guessing every part of the match as I would have if I’d been beaten by a small margin. Not long before the match, I had traded for a barelyused 2nd Generation G17 which the GLOCK armorers © GLOCK, 2011 The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 were able to look over and install a couple of upgrades the previous owner had somehow missed. After the match, the preliminary results were posted quickly, but the final results took a month, which seemed like a very long time to wait. However, the timing couldn’t have been better. On November 18th, our third child (and first son) was born. After he was born, I went home to retrieve some items for my wife. I couldn’t help taking a quick glance at the GSSF website and the results were finally up. In addition to the $100 place prize, I had won a random drawing for a pistol with the new member promotion. What a day! I selected a Gen4 G17, and our little guy will likely inherit that pistol one day. I was already sold on GLOCKs as the best service pistol platform, and now I’m convinced that GSSF is a ton of fun! GSSF, A Family Affair I first joined GSSF in 1997 or 1998. After attending my first match in Richmond, VA in May 1999, I had so much fun I became a lifetime member the following month. I’ve been promoting GSSF as a family sport ever since. J.N. Arizona Attack of the Plates… T he 2010 GSSF “Remember the Alamo” Ballistic Challenge was held in seventy-degree temperatures. The Texas sun was bright, and no cloud dared show itself during the match. Apparently this is December in Texas. I was not about to complain. The “GLOCK the Plates” stage was running well despite the large turnout of shooters. In Texas the stage is run with an earthen berm surrounding the firing line. Plate racks are located deep in the bay to safely capture stray bullets and other flying objects, or so I thought. The previous summer’s growth of weeds and native plants essentially hid the berm behind the plates. After the signal I began shooting the plates from right to left with my trusty G17. My second round went high and flew into a mini-forest behind the rack. Suddenly, an object from behind the rack was flying end over end towards me! The cylinder-shaped UFO was shiny and about a foot in length. It cleared the plate rack, and onward it came. It was an empty aerosol paint can discarded in the weeds which had been hit with my stray round. How my 9mm bullet managed to reverse launch a spray can I will never know. Luckily, the can lost steam and landed short of my firing position. I had somehow managed to keep firing and clean the rack in a reasonable time. There was, of course, chuckling and giggles from the range officers and bystanders. In hindsight, I believe I was never in any real danger. Wear your safety glasses folks, you never know about them UFOs. I have shot a few GSSF matches in my time, but I have never been attacked by the plates before. Yet again, another fun time at a GSSF match! I can’t recommend them enough. J. C. New Mexico The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 When my wife and I were dating in 2004, I took her to a GSSF match in Richmond—just to watch. After a few hours she was not only hooked, but called her daughter in northern Virginia to explain the competitions to her. Four weeks later, she joined me at the Waldorf, MD match. She had never held a pistol before that day, but after 30 minutes of instruction she shot the match. Just a few months later we were shooting the Statesville, NC match as a family. Hopefully, my ladies will be able to join me at the new match in Beckley, WV. D. R. Virginia A Big League Fan I ave been shooting for many years but recently purchased several GLOCKs and started shooting in the GSSF matches. In Michigan we can shoot at Duncan’s Outdoor in Bay City, a very nice facility with an exceptional Range Master. He goes above and beyond to make the GSSF matches fun and challenging. I also shoot at Total Firearms in Mason, MI. I asked the Range Master about sponsoring a GSSF Indoor League shoot at Total Firearms in 2011. We put together the three match dates for January, February and March 2011. We had a record turnout of shooters at our first League match, which ran very smoothly! Naturally, this was work as our match dates were both Saturday and Sunday, but, what an enjoyable experience! Of course, we received a lot of help, advice and support from Melanie at GLOCK in Smyrna. Melanie was invaluable in helping us to host our first League match! I recommend that more clubs get involved with the GSSF Indoor League matches and host them. A.F. Michigan © GLOCK, 2011 page Fifteen Member’s Corner Twenty Years with GSSF I bought my first GLOCK in 1991…a G21. That was to be the first of many GLOCKs that I would own over the next 20 years. I shot it at my first GSSF match on June 27, 1992, in the Atlanta area (before the match was moved to Conyers). According to the “Women of GSSF” cover article by Cindy Noyes in the Volume 1, 2011 GLOCK Report, that was the first GSSF match open to the public. I still have my printout of the match results. Cindy shot the match, as well as Scott Gilbertson…a few years before they became GLOCK employees. Several others at that match are still shooting GSSF matches today. The largest division was, of course, Civilian Amateur Class (as it was called then) with 160 entries. There was also a Civilian-L Class (for the 17L, or “longslide”), an Out-of-Region Class and an Unlimited Class. These three classes had 3, 11 and 12 entries, respectively. The last 2 classes allowed civilian or law enforcement shooters. There were no G34s or subcompacts then, and no .40 caliber GLOCKs at all! As today, some shooters had more than one entry, so the actual number of shooters was fewer than the total of these entries. At the 1992 GSSF match, I became aware of USPSA and began competing in those matches in 1993. I served as a GSSF range officer from 1995 to 2005 at two different locations each year, shooting only one entry at each match. Since then, I have been a “paying customer” and shoot in four divisions at several matches a year. The accompanying photo, showing all the range officers, was made at South River Gun Club during the 1996 GSSF match (The GLOCK Annual Shoot III). Notice that there were only 28 of us; I am the first from page Sixteen the left in the second row (standing). You will likely see faces you recognize. Also in the second row is one of the “Women of GSSF,” as well as the woman mentioned in that same article as Cindy’s “rival” (with her dog, Rue). A great bunch of folks! I have made many friends because of GSSF; some are employees of GLOCK, and many are fellow competitors. I am grateful to GLOCK, Inc. for giving all of us the opportunity to participate in this great sport. K. S. Georgia The G29: a Hiker’s Best Friend! A s an avid hiker and holder of a concealed carry permit, the question of what gun to carry was not one I approached without serious consideration. In the woods one is likely to encounter any number of dangerous animals and sadly not all are of the four-legged variety. Finding a gun comfortable enough to carry concealed that also provided adequate protection narrowed my search down to one model: the G29 subcompact 10mm. The G29 is chambered for the powerful 10mm cartridge, which also offers outstanding versatility depending on the type of load used. The 10mm can be loaded with a variety of bullet types—some ideal for hunting and/or woods carry, some more suited to everyday carry in urban environments. It can be loaded hot, rivaling the .41 magnum in performance, or on the lighter end so it is more in line with .40 caliber loads. The G29 also carries with it all of the advantages GLOCKs are known for: reliability, simplicity (a must for a gun that may need field servicing!), and durability. It also has the advantage over more traditional trails guns in that it is an autoloader, packing more rounds in the gun and allowing for quick reloads should that be needed. All in all, I am more than pleased with my choice— the G29 has proven to be a friend I can count on both in and out of the woods. Thanks for such a great gun! T. F. North Carolina © GLOCK, 2011 The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 Thanks to Randi I want to thank Randi Rogers of Team GLOCK for taking the time for a Meet & Greet at a shooting range in Roswell, GA during its Thursday Ladies’ Night earlier this year. She served as an inspiration to me, and I’d imagine also to others who attended. It was the second time I had been to that range, and perhaps maybe the fifth or sixth time in my life to any range (I am 50 years old). As a teen though, I had enjoyed shooting BB guns and I had always gravitated to shooting games in arcades and fairs. I’ve not pursued shooting beyond that. Over the years, my younger brother has suggested that I take up shooting as a hobby, but I didn’t see myself getting involved in it like he has. I’m very proud of him. He is quite the marksman! He’s earned, among other things, the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s Distinguished Pistol Shots 2010 Badge. It wasn’t till I met Randi at the Meet & Greet that I began to feel inspired. It was something about the look in her eyes when she spoke of the sport, combined with her words of encouragement. After the Meet & Greet with Randi, I called my brother to get his opinion of GLOCK pistols. He highly recommended them. He suggested that I rent different models and calibers at the range before deciding which one to ultimately buy. I’ve since gone to the range and tried several. I’m leaning toward the Gen4 G17 9mm. Today I found out about a gun show taking place this weekend in Atlanta. I’ll be going tomorrow. While on the phone with my brother he looked at your site and realized there is a GSSF match next weekend in Griffin, GA. Somebody is trying to tell me something! So, even though I don’t know whose GLOCK I will be using, I am sending in my membership and registration form. I look forward to new and rewarding experiences for myself, as well as for friends I’m hoping will join me as we explore the world of shooting and matches. Favorite Match: I just started shooting this year, so I’ve only competed at Lynchburg Arms, but the staff and facilities are great. That’s what keeps me coming back for every GSSF League match. Advice to Other Women: If you’ve never been to a match, I suggest you talk to or email someone who has competed in a League match so you can get an understanding of how it’s run and what’s expected of you. You can also learn a lot through various groups on Facebook and videos on YouTube. Honestly, if you enjoy shooting, I am sure that you’ll enjoy competing in a GSSF League match. It doesn’t take much time to compete, and it helps to keep your skills sharp. So, why not give it try? Guns are for girls too, and so are GSSF Indoor matches! L. L. Virginia Newbie GLOCK Enthusiast I recently got my first G22 Gen4 and I love it. I have tried G17, G34 and G35 and love them all. My next purchase is going to be the G35 Gen4. I am also planning on taking the Armorer’s class to get more familiar with my GLOCKs. So far, I have fired over 500 rounds through my G22 and it has performed as promised—flawlessly. It is a pleasure to shoot, and all my friends are clamoring to try it out. I am hoping to get some formal training, and then compete in a GSSF match soon. Watch out everyone, I am going to win all the prizes! Be safe, and happy GLOCKing. A. A. Illinois L. P. Georgia Ladies Belong in the Indoor League When I Started Shooting the GSSF Indoor League: April, 2011, just a few months after my husband and I purchased a G17. My husband saw a notice about an upcoming GSSF League match at our local shooting range, and I decided I would give it a try. What I Enjoy the Most: Everything! I love shooting! I love competing! I enjoy meeting all the great people who are at the matches, and I love pushing myself to meet my personal target shooting goals. And, of course, who doesn’t love the chance to win a prize and/or a free GLOCK! The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 © GLOCK, 2011 page Seventeen Member’s Corner He’s Come “Full Circle” M y dad was a Master Sergeant when he retired in 1960 after 20 years in the United States Marine Corps. He was a top-ranked marksman, and had accumulated many, many trophies from pistol matches all over the country. He taught young Marines the finer points of shooting pistols and was the rifle/pistol coach for several years while in the Corps. I learned at an early age how to hold a pistol (the grip), acquire the target (importance of the front sight), breathe, relax and trigger pull (squeeze). Gun safety was always first, foremost and ever-present in my ongoing education in the sport of shooting. The second most important aspect of my training was to properly take care of and maintain the pistols. Good gun cleaning was a must in our house. We had a lot of practice. When I purchased a pistol for conceal and carry, I chose a 9mm Sig Sauer. I carried that pistol for 20 years and never shot in a pistol match, or, thank goodness, never had to use it for home protection. A couple of years ago, my forty-something year-old son purchased a G19. He took me out to a range near him and was showing me some of the tactical shooting techniques he had recently learned from a friend who was a Senior Firearms Instructor. I was amazed at the changes in technique over the past thirty-something years. After shooting two magazines with my gun, I started to shoot in a tactical mode and, low and behold, the unthinkable happened. My gun jammed. My son said, “Dad, is that W e at GLOCK, Inc. and GSSF greatly value your letters and photos describing your GLOCK/GSSF experiences. In order to facilitate quality publication of those letters and photos, we are offering some guidelines which we hope that you will find valuable. Letters You may have noticed that we do not publish personal names, other than those of GLOCK or GSSF personnel, in Member’s Corner. If you are writing to describe a GLOCK/GSSF experience involving another person or persons, please provide an identifier(s) such as “my wife/husband,” “my son,” “my daughter,” “my friend(s),” etc., and not personal names. Photos Regular “Camera Store” prints are fine, but please do not write on the back(s) with a sharp instrument, such as a ballpoint pen, and NEVER on the front(s). page Eighteen really the gun of choice you want in your hand if you need one for home protection? You will only have one chance. Can you count on it?” After my gun jammed several more times, he said, “Here, try my GLOCK.” Wow! I was blown away by the grip, the action, the accuracy and how comfortable it was. Two weeks later, my son’s friend invited us down to North Carolina to shoot in a GSSF match. I was handed a G17 to use that I had never shot before. The pistol had been used in training classes, with over 10,000 rounds fired down range. I shot in three divisions at the match and fired approximately 300 rounds without a jam. In fact, during the entire match, I never witnessed a single jam with anyone shooting a Glock. On the way home from the match, I told my son that I had come full circle from my father’s son to my son. I had learned from my son some of the same things my dad had taught me. I traded my Sig for a new G17 the following week. My son and I have grown closer together—shooting, practicing and improving our father-son relationship as well as our shooting skills. We have entered another GSSF match, and are looking forward to entering yet another one this year. Thanks, GLOCK/GSSF, for helping an older guy find his way to better health, better shooting and better fellowship with his middle-aged son. T. H. Maryland If you are using a digital camera, please TURN OFF THE TIME/DATE OPTION before shooting the photo! If you plan to print out and mail your digital photos for submission, please do so on PHOTO-QUALITY PAPER and mail them FLAT. Please do not fold or crease the photos. Also, please make sure that your printer isn’t having streaking issues. A better option might be to put the photos on a CD or DVD, and include it with your letter. Another excellent option for submission is to email both your letter and digital photos to [email protected]; subject line: Member’s Corner. We hope that you will find these guidelines useful, and will help to ensure that your GLOCK/GSSF experiences appear in Member’s Corner in a quality fashion. © GLOCK, 2011 The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 Learning with the GLOCK I Unforgettable Day! F or as long as I can remember, I have been interested in firearms—especially GLOCK pistols. I’m 16 now, and this year my mom purchased a G34 for me to shoot. So that I would be shooting safely and accurately, I’ve been working with a coach. I joined GSSF, and the nice people there encouraged me to shoot the match in Griffin, GA. I was excited, but a little nervous. So, I diligently prepared. I learned the rules and regulations of gun safety. I also went online to the GSSF website to read about the upcoming match and what to expect. My coach and I decided that we would both shoot the match. On the day of the match, we met early for the drive to the event. It was a perfect day for shooting—blue sky, sunshine and a light breeze. When we arrived, we visited the different stages and signed up for the ones we wanted to shoot. I was so excited to be there! The people at the match, both range officers and participants, were very helpful to new shooters. I especially remember one stage that gave me trouble. “GLOCK the Plates!” I had hit them all in practice, but in the last stage of the match, they just wouldn’t fall. The range officer was very understanding. He told me to put the gun down, take some deep breaths and start again. That advice was very helpful, and I did much better. It was a day I’ll never forget. I look forward to the next GSSF match, and meeting other Junior shooters. B. J. Georgia The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 started shooting at age 10 when my dad brought me to the local indoor range and started teaching me the basic firearm safety rules. I started out with his 22LR until I learned how to grip properly and to familiarize myself with the sights. The first 9mm that my dad let me shoot was the G19, with which I did well at close targets. Then I started competing in the local club with the G17 until I ended up liking the G34, which is the one I’m been using up to now. When I became a GSSF member, my parents brought me to my first GSSF Match in Georgia. I was nervous, but at the same time excited. I managed to land 2nd place in the Junior Male division and our Junior team made it to the top! The best part was having the opportunity to meet R. Lee Ermey and the Team GLOCK members who were practicing in a bay near the “GLOCK the Plates” stage. They were all very accommodating, and even allowed us to pose for a few pictures with them. I will treasure those photos forever. The second GSSF match that I went to was in Oxford, North Carolina. It was fun meeting a few old friends and making new ones, and for sure we’ll be again at the next GSSF match nearby in our state. Thanks to GSSF for the wonderful opportunity. P. D. South Carolina Proud of the Juniors “I hear there is a pretty girl shooting without a team.” I heard this from a friend who was trying to put together a Junior team. He already had my son and a friend of his, so they needed just one more shooter to complete a Junior team. Sure enough, he found the “pretty girl” and introduced her to my son and his friend—all three posed for a picture. Little did I know that this team would go on to win the Junior Civilian division in the GLOCK Annual Shoot XVII in Conyers, GA. Congratulations to all three of you, and may you win more GSSF matches in the future! J. D. South Carolina © GLOCK, 2011 page Nineteen page Twenty © GLOCK, 2011 The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 © GLOCK, 2011 page Twenty-One page Twenty-Two © GLOCK, 2011 The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 © GLOCK, 2011 page Twenty-Three Cindy Noyes, Master of the Ranges (she’s on) C indy Noyes is no stranger to ranges. With her formal training in the information technology world, Cindy, years ago, decided she wanted to protect herself on those late-night runs to fix servers. She took up the pistol, and being a wise person, decided that she needed some training and experience. This realization led her to the sport of practical shooting (IPSC/USPSA), and her multiple talents brought her into major match administration. She has run international and national level championships for years on her home range in Georgia. As a matter of fact, Cindy was the first Range Officer at the very first GSSF match in Cobb County, GA, in 1991—she brought her crew with her and saved the day! She continues to compete, and is always a contender for the Ladies’ Shootoff at the US National Championship. When not on the road, she works hard at keeping the GSSF program straight (well, as straight as it can be…) and also devotes time to bringing other women along in the shooting sports at Ladies’ Training camps across the country. A certified NRA Instructor, she also writes in her spare time and finds time for family and friends. Her positive, cheerful attitude is a plus for any range and GSSF is proud to have her as a “Range Master.” Thanks for all the help! G LOCK has a program to hire local students wanting jobs during school breaks. This summer GSSF had an awesome bunch assisting the full-time staff with all our office duties. We had 3 fantastic interns working hard to get those membership packages mailed out and they all did a great job! You might know Stephanie Njau, since she’s been with us for 3 years now. Stephanie always works hard, gets a lot done and can handle almost any GSSF task imaginable. Stephanie is a pleasure to work with, as she’s always positive and smiling. She will be going to college this year in preparation for medical school. GSSF staff look forward to her coming back each year. Brandon Monroig also spent part of his summer working in both GSSF and Training. He helped us tremendously in multiple areas and we hope he comes back again next year. T’Keyah Duke also worked in GSSF and Training. She did a super job in both of them and we will definitely ask her to come back again. Our summer interns were very capable and we owe them a big “Thank You” for all their efforts. We were lucky to have them with us and appreciated their support this year. While they worked hard (see right), we also hope they had some fun. Bright, personable and responsible young people like Stephanie, Brandon and T’Keyah are our future and our future looks good! page Twenty-Four © GLOCK, 2011 The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 pistol giveaway! Would you like your opinions to appear in the GLOCK REPORT? Send in your photos and letters and you could win a GLOCK pistol! All contestants who enter will have their name entered to win a GLOCK pistol. The next PISTOL GIVEAWAY is MARCH 2012. Don’t miss your chance! Send your letters to: the glock report® 6000 Highlands Parkway, Smyrna, GA 30082 G unsite Academy, a shooting academy known for offering firearms training to elite military personnel, law enforcement officers and free citizens of the US, has announced they will be joining forces with GLOCK, Inc to host a weeklong “GLOCK 25th Anniversary 250 Basic Defensive Pistol Class.” The class, which is being held in celebration of GLOCK’s 25th Anniversary in the United States, will be held on the Gunsite Ranch, in the high Sonoran Desert, on October 10-14, 2011. During the “all GLOCK week” at Gunsite shooters will participate in standard Gunsite tactical curriculum with the focus solely on training with a GLOCK pistol. Supplementary to the tactical training, shooters will be given the opportunity to train with certified GLOCK armorers, as well as learn the history of GLOCK. The GLOCK Shooting Sports Foundation (GSSF) and the GLOCK Armorer Group will be on hand providing demonstrations and tips for those who are interested during the course of the week. To register for the class, or for more information, please visit www.gunsite.com or email [email protected]. The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 © GLOCK, 2011 page Twenty-Five Meet GSSF’s Newest Lifetime Members Jeffrey Anderson Leslie Atkins Jeff Austin Bradley Bacik Keith Bacon Stephen Black Diane Brant John Bullington Brian Butler Thomas Callas Jon Caples Navan Carson Andrew Chisholm Anthony Chisholm Christopher Chisholm Emme Chisholm Holly Chisholm Mercedes Chisholm Allen Cole Daniel Di Paolo Gustavo Diaz Jim Elder J. D. Erickson Brett Facks Raymond Fannon Louis Fuss Alan Greene Malvern Griffin Amy Hagan Eric Hagan Eric Hagan, Jr. Kailey Hagan Wylie Hartwell Michael Hedge Phillip Hill Don Hyatt Phil Jernigan Ronald Jung Kyle Karkas Brad Knick Joseph Kolgate Jr. Julius Kozub Karl Lauderback Gary Glen Lawson Paul Levi Jason Linn Matthew Lively Orlando Lopez Orlando Lopez, Jr. A G N I R B END! FRI A N I W CK! GLO Bring a new member to a GSSF match, and both you and the new member will be entered into a drawing for a free GLOCK pistol. Will Lopez Michael McDowell Robert Moser Donald Nishioka Frank Parks Jeffrey Peterson Shawn Pickard Arthur Pope Laverro Radiante Jason Roach Bryan Rocheleau Avelino Rodriguez Alexander Santiago James Schwilk Stephen Seybold Gabriel Simmons Matthew Smith Cammeron Solomon Elliott Solomon Eric Solomon Jacob Solomon Alex Stover William Studivant Matthew Temples Fredrick Tucker John Wade Thomas Wilkinson James Wilson Brad Winkelmann Jeremy Wolfe James Word William Zbaeren Franklin Zimmer, Jr. COLLECTORS ASSOCIATION 102 Playhouse Corner, Southbury, CT 06448 Phone: (203) 264-8381, Fax (203) 264-8898 The GLOCK Collectors Association is a nonprofit corporation formed to promote the collection, research, and preservation of GLOCK firearms, products, and related collectibles for posterity. The association provides a means for the exchange of information through meetings and displays. The association also publishes a newsletter with information of interest to GLOCK enthusiasts and collectors. Annual memberships are available for $35. Write, fax or call for an application. GLOCK logo used with permission of GLOCK , Inc. page Twenty-Six © GLOCK, 2011 The GLOCK Report® / Volume II, 2011 2011/2012 2 Year ($60) $80 2 Year ($50) 2 Year ($160) 2 Year ($140) NoonAdult Female Junior Female Senior Super Senior Challenger Junior Male (under 18) (55 - 64) (65 and Over) (Handicapped) (Under 18) © GLOCK, 2011 Guardian Female GLOCK Sport Shooting Foundation® P.O. Box 1254 Smyrna, GA 30081 RENEW YOUR GSSF MEMBERSHIP TODAY! Don’t miss a single issue of The GLOCK Report! Send $25.00 and the completed form below to: The GLOCK Report 6000 Highlands Parkway Smyrna, GA 30082 P. O. 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Management Mr. Wilhelm Goesseringer, President Gary Fletcher, Vice President of Sales and Marketing Signature Josh Dorsey, Vice President 3 Digit Security Code Chad Mathis, Vice President of Operations Director of Marketing and Advertising Mike Robinson Director of GSSF, Editor of GLOCK Report Alan Ramsey Match Coordinators Scott Gilbertson Chris Edwards Cindy Noyes Scotty Banks GSSF Administration Donna Bouchard Erin Ramsdell GSSF Indoor League/ Range Program Melanie Maness