Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2025 i On Target Africa

When the gates of the Frontier Shooting Range opened in Matlosana in September, the shooters brought with them their pistols, their passion, and the adrenaline that defines practical shooting. The 20th IPSC Handgun World Shoot brought over 1 760 elite marksmen from 86 nations to the ‘Olympics of Shooting’. Held every three to four years, the World Shoot was a two-plus-week festival of elite shooting that tested competitors over 30 dynamic stages, demanding speed, accuracy, and strategy in a sport where hundredths of a second can make or break a champion’s dream. For South African sports-shooting fans, this was a rare opportunity to see world-class action on home soil. But for casual readers and those outside the sport, the World Shoot also offers a window into what makes IPSC unique,…

The Swarovski dS automatically displays the correct aiming point and all the data you need in high resolution and in real time. Hunters no longer need to adjust the rifle scope manually, making it much easier to tackle long-range shots. The aiming point is calculated based on precise distance measurement, the angle of fire, the magnification selected, air pressure, temperature, and the ballistic data for your personal firearm/ammunition combination. The dS Configurator App is used to enter the data on your firearm and ammunition combination and to configure the display. The ballistic curve and your individual display configurations are then transferred directly to the dS quickly and easily via Bluetooth. Parallax Correction The Parallax Correction feature allows for manual adjustment to eliminate parallax errors, which occur when the reticle and…

In the ever-changing landscape of South Africa’s firearm industry, one name continues to stand out with admiration and respect: Liezel Foot. Readers of On Target Africa may recall her from a previous feature, ‘Breaking Barriers: The Inspirational Journey of Liezel Foot’, where we highlighted the country’s first qualified female gunsmith, a pioneer whose transition from sound engineering to the detailed world of gunsmithing and firearm restoration touched readers’ hearts and inspired a new generation of women in the industry. Since that article, Liezel has not only deepened her mastery under the watchful mentorship of Master Gunsmith Petrus Jonker of Jonker & Sons Gunsmiths but has earned her Protea Colours in Rimfire Precision Rifle Shooting, representing South Africa on the international stage at the 2025 International Precision Rifle Federation (IPRF) World…

The Heckler & Koch SFP9-SK (often known under its earlier designation, VP9 SK) is H&K’s compact, striker-fired answer to the subcompact 9 mm segment. Recently this market segment has become ultra-competitive, with quality offerings from all manufacturers. Based on the same ergonomic philosophy as the full-size SFP9, but for deep concealment and everyday carry (EDC), the SFP9-SK (hereafter referred to as the SK) balances shootability, reliability, and modularity in a frame size for customers who need a defensive pistol for personal protection, plainclothes work, or as a backup sidearm. Having owned several H&K weapons in my time and being a former demonstrator for H&K in Southern Africa, I could not refuse the opportunity presented by Tactical HQ of Fourways Mall, Johannesburg, to test the weapons in their impressive indoor facility.…

The CZ Shooting Team has once again dominated the world stage, bringing home a total of ten medals – four gold, four silver, and two bronze – from the 20th anniversary edition of the International Practical Shooting Confederation (IPSC) Handgun World Shoot, held at the Frontier Shooting Range in Matlosana, South Africa, from 11 to 28 September. As the proud match sponsor and a long-standing IPSC Global Partner, CZ supported up to 1 800 shooters from 76 countries, who competed in 30 demanding stages that tested precision, speed, and tactical skill. A Historic Tenth Title for Eric Grauffel The highlight of the championship was the outstanding performance of Eric Grauffel of France, a legendary member of the CZ Shooting Team. Grauffel achieved a remarkable milestone by securing his tenth consecutive…

Designed for shooters who demand lightning-fast target acquisition and reliable performance in rugged environments, the Sightmark Minishot M-Spec M1 V2 is the ideal red dot sight for modern sporting rifles, shotguns, and pistols with Docter or Venom footprints. Whether you’re a competitive shooter, tactical operator, or weekend plinker, the M-Spec M1 V2 delivers clarity, consistency, and confidence on target. Built to handle the recoil of firearms up to .45-70 Government or 12 gauge, the M1 V2 solves the common problem of sight durability and battery life in compact red dots. With Shake Awake technology, users get the convenience of motion-activated power with extended runtime - up to 50,000 hours at the lowest setting. Its 3 MOA circle-dot reticle gives you fast engagement at close range and precise aim at distance.…

The MR series from Heckler & Koch (H&K) set out to bring much of the company’s high-end rifle engineering into a more accessible, civilian-friendly package. The MR223, chambered in .223 Remington, is the line’s compact, versatile carbine for anyone wanting a reliable gas-piston AR-style platform with H&K’s legendary DNA. The MR223 at a Glance The MR223 is a modern, piston-driven carbine in .223 Remington., which uses H&K’s short-stroke gas piston architecture, the design that made the HK416 military rifle famous, and packages it into a lighter, more cost-conscious chassis. The MR line emphasises modularity, user-friendly ergonomics, and robust construction, suitable for repeated hard use. Although the MR223 resembles the HK416, the military version is the higher-end, battle-proven sibling with heavier-duty components. The MR223 borrows the operating concept but is positioned…

FSPORTING FOPEN The Western Province Bisley Championship was first held for Target Rifle in 1955, with F Class included from 2000. This year’s event was shot as per usual on the Good Hope Military Range near Atlantis in the Western Cape from 8 to 11 October. Competitors shot F Open, F Target Rifle (FTR), and F Sporting, as well as Target Rifle (TR) and 303, coming from as far afield as Gauteng, Free State, Northern Cape, Eastern Cape, Namibia, England, and Ireland. Many of the local and foreign shooters had represented their respective countries on the world stage numerous times. The team match was held on Wednesday 8 October, with the individual competition kicking off on Thursday 9 October. We experienced almost all types of weather conditions over the course…

Firefield™ has unveiled its most advanced optic yet, the RapidStrike Red Dot Sight (FF26035). Designed for maximum tactical efficiency and built to endure the rigours of real-world use, the RapidStrike combines sleek design, rugged construction, and unwavering precision in a compact, high-performance package. Built for the range, trusted in the field, and proven in Airsoft, the RapidStrike adapts effortlessly to any environment, and never misses a beat. At its core is a 3 MOA red dot reticle powered by Shake Awake™ motion-sensing technology, which preserves battery life by entering sleep mode after 15 minutes of inactivity and instantly reactivates with movement. With nine user-selectable brightness settings, the RapidStrike ensures perfect visibility, from bright daylight conditions to night vision-compatible environments. Engineered for reliability, the side-loading CR2032 battery tray allows for quick,…