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Volume II, 2011
Gen4 G21 and G34
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Ladies Only!
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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
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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
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improvements.
Taking the models in numerical
Law Enforcement/
order, we’ll examine the Gen4
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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
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especially in .45 Auto, had generally
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been reduced in capacity, and
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the 13 round capacity of the G21
magazine was an instant hit.
Staff Member
Interestingly, the large frame GLOCK
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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
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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
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Marine Corps tested an
early G21, and recommended
its adoption if a new pistol
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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
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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
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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
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© GLOCK, 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
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
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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 gssf@glock.us 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
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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
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 GSSF@glock.us
© GLOCK, 2011
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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 www.melanie.maness@glock.us 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
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© GLOCK, 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
© GLOCK, 2011
B CLASS
P. Roop
K. Hopkins
M. Allen
C CLASS
M. Dempsey
L. Foley
M. Allen
Bullseye Marksman
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
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
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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
Richard Bass, Brandon Lynch, Tom Keys,
Todd Hougue
March 25, April 22, May 22
Spring Guns and Ammo
Britt Adams
Ritchie Plumley
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
Brandon Lynch
The Shooter’s Sport Center
Larry Lake
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
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2011 Match Date
January-February-March
Bullseye Marksman
Cumming, GA
Madeline Meade
New Albany Shooting Range
New Albany, OH
Sharon Roche
The Bullet Stop
Wichita, KS
Teresa Lee
Post Falls, ID
Jean Rockingham-Smith
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
Winners of High Lady Class
January, 2011 to July, 2011
2011 Match Date
March, April, May
The Arms Room
Dickinson, TX
Koral Johnson
March, April, May
Spring Guns & Ammo
Spring, TX
Debra Jamrok
April, May, June
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!
© GLOCK, 2011
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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:
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$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
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
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
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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.
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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
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
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
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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
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!
© 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).
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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
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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 gssf@glock.us;
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
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
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
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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
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:
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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 coordinator@gunsite.com.
© 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.
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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.
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2011/2012
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