Practical Pistol, also commonly referred to as "Action Pistol", is a competitive pistol shooting sport where each participant is graded against their peers in a chosen division. The practical pistol shooting discipline is an excellent way to learn and build both defensive, and competitive pistol shooting skills in a safe, fun and fast paced setting.

SAFETY

Safety is our number one focus and concern. Each match will have a Match Director and/or Assistant Match Director, and RSOs who are directly responsible for all safety procedures and concerns. All safety rules must be obeyed, at all times. Failure to follow safety rules may be cause for ejection from the match and continued safety violations may be cause for ban from all matches. Specific safety rules can be discussed by contacting the Discipline Director using the contact information at the bottom of this page.

NEW SHOOTERS

The DRRC Practical Pistol match is an excellent match for new or inexperienced shooters starting out. We ask that new shooters contact the Discipline Director using the contact information at the bottom of this page for detailed instructions on their first match.

RULE SET

DRRC Practical Pistol uses the most current available revision of USS Leagues; United Pistol League Rules (UPL) as basis for all match rules with the following typical revisions.

UPL RULE SET (PDF format)

1) Any UPL listed rule may be enforced, modified or excluded or at the Match Directors discretion at any time.
2) Firearm Divisions shall be revised to USPSA divisions, including all firearm restrictions:
    (left UPL - right USPSA)
    a. Race - Open
    b. PCR - PCC
    c. Modified - Limited
    d. Stock Optics - Carry Optics
    e. Stock - Production
    f. 1911 - Single Stack

MATCH OVERVIEW

Practical Pistol matches are consisted of multiple stages with detailed courses of fire that require movement through obstacles and engagements from multiple positions and targets. Each contestant is directed and monitored by a Range Officer (RO) through each coarse of fire. Each participant is required to pay an initial Match Fee of $20.00 and a $10.00 fee for an additional division. Two divisions maximum per participant.

ACCESS & ATTENDANCE

Practical Pistol matches are open to public. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE A DRRC MEMBER OR PAY A GUEST FEE TO PARTICIPATE. A gate authorization code will be posted at the main gate for access on each match day. Spectators are encouraged and welcome.

Cold Range Rule: Competitors' firearms must remain unloaded at the event site except under the direct supervision of an event official.

We encourage everyone to participate in set-up prior to the match and tear-down immediately after the match. Contact the Discipline Director using the contact information at the bottom of this page for coordination.