jakfrost1

Umm...that was the intent of the original query...to do some research. The Bitcoin comment was only to illustrate what my research has turned up, so far.

Been poking around to see how the supply and demand for small primers is fairing...I have 12,000 left in my stash but always looking ahead. Question: I have come across 2-3 outlets claiming to have unlimited supply of ( for example ), CCI small pistol AND rifle primers for around 65.00-70.00 per thousand, BUT are promoting the use of Bitcoin for a further 10% discount, free shipping, no tax, etc. I have no idea how to pay using Bitcoins but just the fact they are asking makes me hesitant to type in my credit card info... Anybody else get the same 'spidy' sense feeling from outlets similar to this? Sounds like bait to me... Jim

That’s great news! Prob explains why the head on the mounting screw requires a ‘Glock’ tool to remove/replace!

Hi all, well couple of things...my trusty Trijicon SRO died on me, and consequently I've had to resort to using the factory iron sights on my PDP full size, which after having recently had cataract surgery replacing both lenses, has turned out to be surprisingly fun! I've been thinking it might add to the fun if I could replace the front sight with a fibre optic, but there seems to be a scarcity of options available for the PDP. Trijicon makes a fine version but it seems, not for the PDP. PPQ, etc, but not the PDP. No idea if one of the other model versions would work on the PDP, anyone tried one? The factory sights are excellent except when shooting steel matches, those white dots on both the rear and front sights simply disappear on a white painted steel plate! Any other recommendations out there? I am fascinated with the correction the new lenses made in my ability to be able to see both the front sight and target with reasonable focus! Cheers, Jim W.

Thank you so much, this is just the kind of feedback I was hoping for…hands on experience! i have an iPad Air 2 but it doesn’t support the ‘pencil’, hence my interest in an upgrade. Jim

Hi all, time to upgrade my iPad and looking at the new M1 chipped iPad Pro...or...the new Gen 6 iPad Mini, with 2 main uses, ONE: use Sketchup or another stage design app with the 2nd Gen Apple Pencil to design IPSC stages, and TWO, work my other hobby, photography using Raw Power for post processing. I have never used a 'pencil' before so not sure of the actually usability as far as stage design goes, and, I love the handy 'portability' of the iPad Mini but maybe its not suitable for either of those jobs. Anyone been using the above devices for the stage design task? I know this isn't the ideal forum for the second task, photography editing....but hey, thats part of what I hope to be able to do with whichever of the iPads I choose, 'Pro or Mini'... Jim

I agree about the 'not a fan' part...me either really. So just had a 'light bulb' moment...since I resize/de-prime after roll sizing, then case check in order to weed out the unacceptable brass BEFORE reloading them, I have an unused spot on the tool which I can put my .45 resizing die in. This will clear the flash hole only...problem solved I believe!

I tried corncob tumbling after reloading but seemed like a pretty heavy load, (200rds, 147gr bullets) for my Horady tumbler, thought maybe after sizing and before loading might be something to think about, hence my question…

Loading with a Dillon 650…

I use range brass almost exclusively for my 9mm production and open shooting…water washing the major crud off first, drying, then corn cob tumbling till shiny. I then lube with Hornady One Shot before re-sizing/de-priming. My question is, I would like to tumble the brass again before reloading to remove residual lube but am wondering if I should be concerned about the odd piece of media that gets stuck in the open primer hole. Could this possibly affect the ignition and consequently the muzzle velocity/accuracy? Any thoughts comments? Cheers, Jim

Hi all, stubbed my toe on this one yesterday. I normally compete in Open class but choose to shoot PO during the winter months while confined to indoor ranges...So, I stepped up to the firing line and when told to 'Load and Make Ready', used a single round held in a belt keeper on the front of my belt to 'top up' my first mag after loading one in the chamber. The RO stopped me and asked where I got the round from and then informed me that having a belt keeper capable of holding a cartridge, in front of the 'hip bone' was illegal. My understanding of rule 5.2.10 is that this would only apply AFTER the start signal, NOT after the 'Load and Make Ready' command...it does say 'Start Signal' in the rule...not, the 'Load and Make Ready Command', and the start signal is usually defined in the WSB as the 'beep', ending on the last shot fired, etc. Perhaps the 'allied equipment' part catches the belt keeper for some, but I doubt that was the intent of the rule. Comments? Jim W.

Thanks for the reply...seems its a pretty common complaint. So all I have to do is pin the mags to max 10rds to be legal here north of new york and no more jammed hands! Thanks, appreciate the link to the 'Pinchy Pinch' base pads, lol. Jim W.

Enjoying the SF Pro, but wondering if anyone has an answer to my question...after removing the factory ‘magwell’ in order to be compliant with Production Optics, ( or even just Production for that matter ), I have been experiencing a problem with the base of the grip allowing my hand to get in the way when doing a mag change, jamming ( rather painfully...) part of my hand where it extends slightly past the base of the grip. I have pretty normal sized hands, but without the magwell installed the grip is a little shorter and its a problem on occasion. Has anyone seen something that could be fitted to replace the magwell that isn’t a magwell per se? It looks like something is missing when the magwell is removed anyway... Jim

Thanks for the info guys...I have written him to request a couple, not sure if he can/will mail to Canada but fingers crossed! Jim W.

Hi all, really enjoying my SRO's, ( DVC for matches and Q5 SF for practice ), but wondering if anyone has come up with a battery replacement tool. The slot in the cover is wide but not deep...I have tried gently with a coin that fits pretty snug but it is hard to get much torque on such a small surface as a coin, especially since it is half under the scope hood. Anyone found a clever 'McGiver' tool? Jim W.