Over the winter some of you may have noticed on our Facebook page we were busy purchasing a Hi-Point 9MM Carbine from Skylands Sport Shop in Augusta, New Jersey. I have recently taken a short break from Fly Fishing to focus on my political campaign for Frelinghuysen Township Committee. Living out here in God’s country hunting, fishing ,and firearms are a large part of our lives. In fact, we as a township have gone to considerable lengths preserving land in New Jersey to ensure that there will be opportunities for our future generations to keep hunting, fishing, and firearms a part of American culture into the future.
Zombo dropped by the Moose Knuckle Proving Grounds last weekend to assist us in sighting in our Carbine. After surveying the situation and our gear availability, we opted to demonstrate sighting in the firearm in the field without a bench. The reasoning behind this decision is that the Hi-Point is a typical grab and go, or ready bag type of weapon. Ammunition is plentiful and relatively inexpensive; it is easier to aim than a pistol, and operation is very simple.
Zombo takes position
Tools Required
- Three(3) Foot Piece of Bailing Twine
- Shoot and See Target
- 24 Rounds of Ammo
- Pocket Multi-Tool
- Masking Tape
- Binoculars or Sighting Scope
- Hearing and Eye Protection
Getting Started
Sighting in a firearm is a task that should be performed carefully and deliberately. Prior to setting up the sling rest and shooting position, go down range and establish a target. We paced off about 20 yards, as a Carbine is designed for close combat situations. I used one of the wickets from my campaign signs and strapped on my favorite Bear shaped target,
No it is not a Bear
In this instance, we first selected a tall, straight, and strong tree on which to tie the sling made out of Bailing Twine. To tie the sling, wrap the twine around the tree and tie the loose ends together. Then twist the twine into a figure eight, and rest the stock of the firearm in the sling. Use a milk crate or bucket to sit on while shooting the firearm.
Shooter position
First Shots
To commence, Zombo braced the Hi-Point against our Hickory tree and checked the first grouping by squeezing off three quick rounds. This action provides an immediate indication of our grouping and where the Carbine is shooting. The Hi-Point’s grouping was nice and tight, indicative of proper scope mounting and assembly. Our first grouping was tight, but location on target was low and to the left. There would need to be changes made to windage and elevation.
Cover the grouping with masking tape to make it more visible
Adjusting the Red Dot Scope
BSA Red Dot Scope
This Hi-Point equipped from the factory came with a BSA red dot scope. There are two faux knobs, one on top, and one on the shooter’s right side. Pulling off the knob cover exposes the screws which actually control the windage and elevation of the scope. Any adjustments should be made in small increments as to avoid over correction.
Making elevation adjustment
Check that the gun is unloaded and safety is on, head down range, and using the masking tape cover up the first grouping on the target. After fixing target and making initial adjustments, fire off another set of three rounds to check new position and grouping on target.
Just about there
Finishing Up
Zombo recommends sighting in the carbine a little high of bull’s-eye at twenty yards. Doing so allows you to be dead on at between twenty and fifty yards. If, in the unlikely event you are required to pull out the Carbine in self-defense; you will be able to drop a shot in on your target dead on.
Republican Candidate Christopher Kuhn demonstrates handling the Hi-Point 9MM Carbine
Remember to always consult your firearm owner’s manual before attempting to sight in. Further note that it is extremely important to verify that a firearm is unloaded and pointed in a safe direction while handling. Finally, in regards to possessing and using a firearm, always understand the laws in your local jurisdiction. Firearms should be locked and safely stored when not in use.
