Competition - shooting for points - tied up

This past Saturday, after some ammo testing and sighting in, Brad and I decided to have a little competition. We set up a target with two "Shoot N C" three-inch stickers at 90 yards. We took turns putting CCI Standard Velocity bullets as close the bullseye as we could, and totaled up the points. Remember, we were going for point of impact, not for group size. Breaking into the next ring gave you those points. Our system went as follows:
1. Outside ring = 8 points
2. 2nd ring = 9 points
3. Inner ring = 10 points
4. Bullseye = 20 points

In the top picture you see Brad's target. His bullseye gave him a clear points win. My target is pictured below Brad's.
It was so fun we decided to rematch. In the picture below, my target is the lower one, and Brad's is the upper one. In the rematch I beat Brad with a bullseye. We didn't shoot a third round tie breaker, so the jury's still out.

For anyone who has never used "Shoot N C" targets, I highly recommend them. At 90 yards it's difficult to make out a bullet impact on most surfaces, even through good glass. To the contrary, identifying an impact on "Shoot N C" targets is effortless, and really enhances enjoyment of the sport.

Our rifles: Savage Mark II BTV

I've never posted pictures of our rifles, and I decided it's time. Today was a gorgeous day - 65 degrees, no wind, and sunny, 5000 ft - so Brad and I hit our favorite spot to do some shooting. I took a few photos while we were setting up. The rifles are identical: Savage Mark II BTV, with the stock coloration available at Cabela's stores.

My rifle - I purchased my rifle new from Cabela's in Lehi from $398. It came as pictured - minus the bipod - with the Bushnell Banner 3-9X scope mounted from the factory. 

Glass - I am still using the factory scope with great results. The picture is clear and eye relief is just right. On one of the first shooting trips I found there was not enough elevation adjustment to compensate for drop at 100 yards with subsonic velocity. I cut small squares out of the clear plastic packaging (from some Weaver scope rings), and used them to shim up the rear of the scope. I now have plenty of elevation adjustment for shooting high-velocity and subsonic ammunition at both 50 and 100 yards. 

Trigger - The Accu-trigger is fantastic, with zero creep and a light, clean break. I have not tampered with the trigger or action in any way on my rifle. 

Stock - I love the stock on this rifle. The coloration is very attractive, and the profile/design suites the rifle's intended purpose. I find it's easy to get a good cheek weld. The display rifle Cabela's let me handle at the counter had a floated barrel, but after purchasing mine I discovered that the stock touches the barrel lightly. Brad's floats. It seems some do, and some don't. I have not yet made any efforts to float the barrel. 

Bipod - Brad and I both ordered matching UTG brand bipods off Amazon for around $36, and we've been pleased with their performance.

Magazines - The rifle came with one 5-round detachable magazine. I purchased three 10-round Savage brand magazines and those are what Brad and I prefer. 

To sum it up, I love this rifle. It's appearance, function, and accuracy have exceeded my expectations.   

Brad's rifle is identical to mine. I found his rifle for sale, used, at Gunnie's in Orem for an incredible $150. It was in new condition, without an optic. With my nudge, Brad purchased the gun. Brad and I work together, and we had discussed getting into rimfire shooting. This purchase was the first step in that direction. The first time I shot it, I knew had to have one just like it. He later purchased and mounted a gorgeous new Vortex Viper scope with exposed turrets. The super-clear sight picture, fine cross hair with subtensions, external turrets, and 16X magnification (plus a few other features) really give Brad the advantage in the optics department. Otherwise our rigs are equal and that makes for some really fun competition.