Desert Brutality 2019 - Introduction & Stage 1 - FOB ASSAULT

Published on April 3, 2019
Duration: 18:14

This guide details Stage 1 of the Desert Brutality 2019 competition, 'FOB Assault,' as demonstrated by InRangeTV hosts Ian McCollum and Karl Kasarda. It covers the course of fire, including a run, obstacle negotiation, and engaging various targets from different positions. The Classic division emphasizes historical firearms and adherence to specific rules, highlighting the importance of accuracy and deliberate shooting under physical stress.

Quick Summary

Desert Brutality 2019's 'FOB Assault' stage (Stage 1) involves a 100-yard run, obstacle negotiation, and engaging steel and paper targets from various positions, including foxholes. Competitors in the Classic division use firearms from 1986 or earlier, focusing on intermediate rifle calibers like 5.56x45mm and 7.62x39mm, and pistols such as the Ballester-Molina (.45 ACP) and Browning Hi-Power (9mm).

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Desert Brutality 2019
  2. 01:00Classic Division Gear Selection
  3. 03:00Sidearm Selection
  4. 04:00Match Rules and Range Limitations
  5. 05:38Interview with Independence Training
  6. 08:19Stage 1 Walkthrough: FOB Assault
  7. 09:41Ian's Stage 1 Run
  8. 11:14Karl's Stage 1 Run

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Desert Brutality 2019 competition?

Desert Brutality 2019, also known as Deseret Brutality, is a two-day, eight-stage two-gun action match held at the Southern Utah Practical Shooting Range. It features a 'Classic' division for firearms from 1986 and earlier.

What firearms were used in the Classic division of Desert Brutality 2019?

In the Classic division, Ian McCollum used a Brownells Retro 605 carbine (5.56x45mm) and a Ballester-Molina pistol (.45 ACP). Karl Kasarda used a Romanian AK-47 (7.62x39mm) and a Browning Hi-Power pistol (9mm).

What are the key challenges of Stage 1, 'FOB Assault,' at Desert Brutality 2019?

Stage 1 requires competitors to complete a 100-yard run, climb over obstacles ('water buffaloes'), engage steel targets, advance while shooting paper targets, and finally engage steel from three foxholes, demanding both speed and accuracy.

What are the rules for the Classic division regarding firearms and range limitations?

The Classic division permits firearms and gear from 1986 or earlier. Due to range restrictions, rifle calibers are limited to intermediate cartridges, and all stages are capped at a maximum engagement distance of 100 yards.

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