Silver_Surfer

Did you check the ejector pin for binding? Is it moving freely? https://i0.wp.com/blog.cheaperthandirt.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/bolt_face_ext_ejt_article.jpg?fit=1000%2C665&ssl=1

I snake my barrel after every match. I do a complete cleaning every few months or so.

Does your 40 STI have a fully supported barrel?

Thanks! It was something I was thinking about because I never had one. To make things worst I would have to get a muzzle devise welded, pinned to make it to 16"

I didn't do the math but maybe I'll try an experiment at my next match with the Texas Star. Normally the Texas Star in on one of our longer course of fires. I'll fire five rounds in under s second at the TS and move on. Just want to see where I end up in that stage?

Besides size is there any advantages over a 16" mid length?

Speed when you're young. Accuracy when you're old These days I'll take a slow hit(A) over a fast miss(M) anytime.

What I did to one of my sons AR's I didn't tell him

Anyone try a 14.5" or 14.7" with a mid-length gas system?

Yes! and I finished loading everything I had.

Another reason I liked the Taccom, it's loud. I was getting way to many reshoots because the timer wasn't picking up the shots for one reason or another.

Coated

Be careful and watch out for the doubles, triples ect....

I shoot both the FS & A1 Both has the G conversion safety and the Langdon/Wilson goodies. Thought about the X but passed. Both the FS & A1 serve me well.