They are a lot of fun. Very low recoil. Easy to handle. Historical. I would shoot mine all the time if it wasn't for the price of ammo (that is my only dislike). If you have or can get enough ammo together for the carbine match, I am betting you will really like shooting the M1 Carbine. Of course, you would probably want to take it to the range and practice a little with it prior to your match.