Target pistol is an international rimfire and centrefire revolver and self-loading pistol shooting discipline. There are six main classes and several side matches, with each based around the class of the handgun and ammunition used and many having their roots in different eras and types of service pistol shooting. The discipline includes four main matches and competitors have varying time restrictions to shoot single-handedly in the standing position at paper targets placed at 25m and 50m. The discipline originated in the late 19th century as a means of training and competing with handguns and, as such, many of the matches have their roots in previous eras and types of service pistol shooting.
Victorian Club |
Sunraysia Pistol Club |
Victorian Muzzle Loading Club |