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Anyone handle one? Anyone getting one? I was hoping they’d make a full size aluminum frame…but this stainless one might be just the thing!

I’ve been using both the older Peltor Tactical versions and the newer Peltor Tactical Sport 300’s and been more or less satisfied with them as long as I use the gel earcups. However, as a professional musician, I want to warn anyone who uses only in ear protection of any kind. Whether it’s electronic or foam types. While they attenuate sound going directly into your ear canal, they don’t protect from sound being conducted through the cartilage of your ears or through the bones of your skull. While it may seem like you are getting protection from the loud and sharp sounds, you’re not aware of the cumulative damage that is occurring from the concussion and extreme decibel level that happens for hours on end at an outdoor match. if you’re truly concerned about hearing loss while shooting…over-ear muffs are an absolute must.

I’ve been using this setup for the last 4 weeks during matches and practice and had zero issues. It’s nice to not sweat expensive basepads. I hope this helps!

MBX makes a spring and follower set that increases factory 21 round mags to 23 rounds using the factory basepads. I’m using this setup and like it a lot. If you change to Taran or Henning basepads possibly 24 rounds.

For the money, factory 21 rounders is totally the way to go. With the 17 rounders with, adding the base pads you run the risk of over inserting them and bending the ejector. 21 rounders…not so much.

In theory, the 21 round factory mags can and should fit the gauge. However, there are numerous examples of them not fitting the gauge. So the answer is “yes” but confirm. There are numerous aftermarket manufacturers that make basepads that 1) Add capacity and 2) Fit the gauge. Additionally, if your factory basepads don’t fit, they can easily be modified to make them fit. Also…the new list of manufacturers that sell spring and follower kits that are designed for use with the factory tubes and basepads make it even easier and WAY CHEAPER!

I emailed Matt Cheely and asked if Gen 1 magwells will fit the E2 grips and he said they will. Just an FYI. Hope it helps.

PT makes one exactly for that purpose. Try looking on their website. Happy Holidays!

Curious as well. Not clear on the SA website.

Just got a Prodigy DS and the chamber is pretty tight. Won’t chamber many of my reloads that feed in everything else I have. Clymer or Manson from Brownells? Suggestions? All of my reloads pass the Wilson and Lyman gauges. Recommendations or advice appreciated!

@shredThanks brother! That’s exactly what I needed to know. I figured it was just the side “ribs” on the prodigy grip that needed to be reduced/removed. Not that simple, I guess. I think I’ll just go with the EGW for now. Can’t thank you enough!

Anyone modify the Prodigy grip to accept magwells made for the STI grip? I know the Dawson tactical magwell fits, and that EGW makes one specifically for it. But others? I’ve got a box of Dawson ICE, SVI, and others. Would love to use one of them instead of buying yet another. Any help appreciated!

Thanks! That’s peace of mind! I usually end up replacing the factory ejectors in most of my 1911/2011s and when SA started gluing them in…real turnoff!

Anyone know if the ejector is pinned into the frame or glued? Springfield used to glue the ejectors into many of their 1911s. Just wondering if this one is different? Thanks for any help.

Using stock springs and followers. I also always load using an Uplula and do the “load 4-5, flex them with the Uplula, load a few more” and repeat until I have 24 rounds. The 24th round is a bit tight in new mags, but they usually “break in” after a few matches. I have no problem reloading on the clock with a full 24-round mag. Hope you have better luck with yours.

I didn’t read the date either! Wow…zombie thread. I will say that the Sig P320 with that frame mounted weight will NOT fit in a CR Speed Holster. FYI

The stainless PT grip I have has rusted a bit. It gets humid here in NKY/Ohio during the summers. Not terrible rusting…but still happens even with lightly oiling it occasionally. YMMV

I've been doing research but not coming up with many options. Anyone have recommendations for a shop that will mill for plates or direct mount? I asked about CHPWS and got mixed reviews. I had one of my Open guns done by Primary Machine and it was great...but they don't work on 1911s anymore. Others? Thanks in advance!

All of my MBX 140s hold 24 rounds +1 in the chamber. I hadn’t heard of people NOT getting 24 in a few years…YMMV

Anyone use CHPWS for their 1911/2011 optic milling service with the “cross-mount” plate system? I’ve got an STI 9mm I’m thinking of setting up for LO if it becomes provisional. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

I’ve Got xxl size hands AND left handed. My thumb blocks spent Brass ejection occasionally along with dragging on slide. Double-Tap, Phoenix Trinity, Limcat, Swenson, and others make “shielded” thumb safeties. This makes a huge difference and is legal in all divisions that allow single-action pistols.

That is literally one of the funniest/wittiest things I’ve seen on this forum in years!!!! @GrumpyOne…genius!!!!

Mine were really uncomfortable, and didn’t do a great job with noise blocking. I’d pass and go for custom plugs…ymmv

That’s pretty much how they’ve always done it. They’re good holsters…but, that’s how they roll. Speaking as a fellow Lefty. If you decide to get one…you’ll learn how to make it work. But…yes, being lefty sucks!!!

Was just killing time catching up on the forum and wanted to add my case head failure in my 320 X5 Legion. Didn’t do any damage, as far as I can tell and it happened on the last shot fired of a COF! I love my X5 and am not dog-piling on Sigs. But it’s the first case head failure I’ve had in 15 years of reloading and shooting USPSA. Just adding data for the “hive-mind”. Merry Christmas.