Governing precision rifle sport in South Africa since inception. Where millimetres matter and excellence is the minimum standard.
The most accurate form of rifle shooting on Earth — where groups are measured in thousandths of an inch.
Competitors fire 5-shot groups from a mechanical rest. Groups are measured centre-to-centre. The smallest aggregate wins. Typical winning groups at 100m measure under 0.200 inches.
The 6mm PPC cartridge, developed by Palmisano and Pindell, is the king of short-range benchrest — the most accurate cartridge ever invented, fired from purpose-built match rifles.
Hand-loaded ammunition, precision-turned necks, custom dies, and rigorous case preparation. Benchrest demands mastery of every variable between powder charge and target paper.
South Africa's benchrest shooters compete internationally under SABSF governance. IBS-affiliated, our shooters match the best in the world on accuracy, technique, and equipment knowledge.
P. Steyn (Free State BA) takes Light Varmint gold with a 0.2214" aggregate at the 2025 SABSF Nationals. Full results now available.
View ResultsLimpopo Precision Shooters joins SABSF as the ninth affiliated club, extending the federation's reach into the Limpopo province.
Find ClubsThe complete H2 2026 competition calendar has been released. Mark the September Nationals in your diary now.
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