BP Marksman

BP Marksman Scout Badge blue Printed War Time

A scout could not gain any more than 6 proficiency badges before gaining a First Class scout badge.

To earn this badge a scout must do the following *

Be able to do 10 of the following, at least ?ve of which, selected by the Examiner, must be demonstrated :

Carry out the following tests in any language other than his own

Produce two targets ?red by himself within the previous four weeks for any one of the six alternative tests, either concurrently or preferably on different dates, showing that on both occasions he has obtained not less than the minimum score indicated. The targets must be certi?ed by his Instructors. Edge of shot hole nearest to centre of target to decide value of hit.     

Air Ri?e (.177 inch). Any single-loading type; position standing or prone; sling may be used. Ten shots at the following range :—-  Test Distance (Yards) Minimum Score Target  6 6 75 N.S.R.A. 5 Bull  Air Ri?e  Note .—When  using air ri?es, care must be taken ta ?x the targets  so that the pellets do not rebound to the danger of the ?re:-’s eyes.  (2) Know the usual safety-?rst rules for ri?e shooting and have a knowledge of the parts of the ri?e he uses and its care and cleaning.       

*The Requirements for each badge varied through issues of POR