That wouldn't be allowed.
Considering getting back into HFT so watched a few videos of shooters doing courses. I notice that buthooks are being used as rear stablisers. Obviously this is allowed in the rules. Would it be against the rules if I sharpened mine so I could stick it in the ground?
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That wouldn't be allowed.
Full detail of what is/isn't allowed is within the UKAHFT guide here
But being a generous chap …. here's an extract relating specifically to your butt
- FT style butt hooks are not allowed, although the paddle style of butt pad is allowed.
- The paddles of the butt pad must not exceed 2.25" in length
- When standing or kneeling, no part of the rifle may be in contact with the ground.
- When taking a prone shot the only part of the rifle which may be touching the ground is the bottom edge of the butt pad - no other device, stock extension or butt pad extension may rest on the ground
Biggles
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I know FT but hooks arent allowed and the lower arm of a HFT hook is restricted in length. Just needs to be pointy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ecKYTFTfO2U @ 15:50
Last edited by poison dwarf; 17-01-2020 at 02:56 PM.
Old Gits FT springer World champion 2017 & 2018
If it was a sharpened point to the arm I can't see why not although you could find it to be a disadvantage at times - especially if you use a shooting mat.
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Definitely wouldn't want people with sharpened stakes on my shooting mat
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Blimey you'd be pivoting around all over the place at Ford ranges!!
Sounds good to me, should fit in nicely with the weathervane and smoke machine
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Monkey
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I always thought the pointy end was the front. Oh dear, that's me confused
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