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Patrol Rifle Shootout

Written by Bob Pilgrim. Author Archive »

Scenarios from police shootings prove "top gun" challenge!

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Every year, some of the best police patrol rifle and military carbine shooters, as well as interested professionals in America make what has now become an almost religious “pilgrimage” to Michigan for the Center Mass National Patrol Rifle Conference and Competition (NPRCC). The three-day affair not only holds a highly respected and well-endowed, prize-wise, rifle and pistol competition, but also brings in some of the best op instructors and personalities in the weapons and tactics business to provide attendees with a multitude of topics germane to their professional aspirations.

shotojut.jpgTo make this must-attend event a success it involves a cast of thousands headed by owner/operator Sergeant Jeff Felts of the Plymouth Township, Michigan, Police Department. Planning for next year starts almost immediately after the last officer leaves the hotel. In addition to board members and many volunteers, the Michigan Tactical Officers Association sponsors the event. The Oakland County Sheriff’s deputies provide security and traffic control for the competition. More importantly, the Multi-Lakes Conservation Club’s spacious and well-appointed facility provides the ranges, range support, and construction of some of the shooting venue’s realistic facades and mockups. A growing number of law enforcement and military product vendors are seamlessly integrated into the competition and conference. The vendor displays at the hotel looked like a miniature SHOT Show and many valuable moments were spent with very knowledgeable representatives.

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