Dueling Tree Handgun Competition

Handgun dueling tree competitions are some of the most fun I’ve ever had at a gun range.

I lost my first Handgun Dueling Tree competition just the other day, as you can see in the video.

I started off in the lead, but lost focus at the end and couldn’t stay consistent. It was a casual tournament, but included some fun prizes on the line, so it got my competitive juices flowing.

My rival in this shootout was a sponsored 3-gun shooting sports guy, so I want a rematch!

Side note: I’m new to shooting sports so I’d love feedback on my technique. It’s probably terrible so have at it. I’m the guy closest to the camera.

Our friendly competition may have been different from standard rules, but here’s the breakdown…

Handgun Dueling Tree Competition Rules

Handguns can start loaded with first round chambered, plus additional loaded mag on hand if needed.
Shooters start in low ready position.
After start signal, shooters can aim and fire.
Round ends when someone hits all paddle targets to their competitor’s side, or ammo runs out, or time runs out.
Whoever has least targets on their side at the end of the round wins.