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I have a 550 that I got years ago and a 1050 that I picked up used about 4 years ago. The 550 is used for everything but 40 cal which I use the 1050 for. Cheers, Jim

Thanks for the responces. Yesterday I spent 2 hours reloading and 4 hours at the range and 2 hours cleaning up the guns when I got home. What a perfect day! Now it's back to work... Jim

Hi, I just checked and my last post was in January of 2004. Family, Work and Four Wheeling has occupied most of my time for the last year. A couple of weeks ago my son said that he would like to start shooting at competitions again so here we go. It's time to practice, practice, practice and start reading my favorite forum. It's nice to see that most of you are still here and just as ornery as ever. I look forward to chatting with you again. Jim

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RTB, I thought that Benny learned his stuff at S_I. I will be talking to Benny when it is time to build the 6". Gotta share the wealth and for this round Sandy is the man. Thanks for the tip though. Jim

A bit of silver solder on the pin makes it permanent and my save you some grief if the rifle was inspected by an officer of the law. Jim

Update, I am sending my gun back to SVI and they will replace the safety because I am still having problems getting it to stay put. Shipping and fixing are free. Atta-boy Sandy and my thanks to Taran for his help. Jim

That is great to hear Jon. I am still having trouble with the safety and will try using a C-clamp this time (tried a soft rubber mallet last time). The Chinese finger lock is trying to get the best of me... Jim

One more vote for this trick setup for the 1050. Jim

Happy Birthday SL and may you have many many more. Jim

I agree with all the comments regarding the 550. That was my first Dillon about 16 years ago. I have since gotten a 1050 and feel the investment was well worth it but I still use the 550 for everything except 40 cal. due to the cost of the caliber conversion on the 1050 plus I already have the caliber conversions for the 550. As far as the getting the Redding Die goes I just got one and the only reason is that my son shoots a Glock and I now shoot an SVI. They require a different OAL so it just makes my life a little easier. Jim

I had my ambi safety come loose at the range yesterday and was having a heck of a time getting both sides to lock together. I called SVI and left a message yesterday and this morning Sandy called me back to walk me through it. I had figured it out but I was impressed by his quick and personal response. Double thumbs up for SVI costumer service. Jim

Rino LMAO I will start to go to the local match (Linea de Fuego) twice a month and get classified. It is amazing that in shooting matches for about a year that I never hit enough classifiers to qualify. More dry fire More practice at the range And most important HAVE FUN! Happy New Year, Jim

Leroy I am glad that you are OK. I have always gone slow and easy when I reload. I relax and take each pull easy. I am in no hurry. This may or may not have caused your problem and you did not tell us if you were trying to set a new record. My friend tends to go fast and has problems from time to time using the exact same equipment. One question that I have is do you have your reloader mounted on a sturdy bench? I hope you resolve your problem with the 650. I use a 1050 and a 550 both of which have proven to be excellent reloading press's. Jim

Definitely a Generalist. I like all types of shooting including small bore, black powder, shotgun, pistol, and revolver. I tend to spend a lot more time shooting my limited blaster right now but often I take a long rifle and a shotgun along just to mix things up a bit. Jim

I understand how you feel. I have lived in my house 28 years (over half of my life) and would find it hard to ever leave. I have had the good fortune of helping to raise three great sons in the same house that I was raised in. Best wishes in your new adventure! Jim

TL, There was a time in my life that the Martial Arts were everything and I practiced any chance I got. When injuries limited my advancement I took up golf when frustration, time and money got in the way of that hobby I went back to what I did prior to martial arts and that was shooting. This hobby story happened after I got married to my lovely wife over 18 years ago. I am sure that my interestes will wander again before I die but I will always make time for my #1 love which is my wife and family. (Thanks Flexmoney) Weather it be USPSA, IDPA, 3 gun, knocking down some clays or the opening day of dove season I will continue with this, my favorite hobby. I may not ever be the best that I can be in the USPSA but that is not my intent. My intent is to have as much fun as I can, enjoy the practice and events. Jim

To all, a very Merry Christmas and may your next year be better than the your last. Good post Sky! Jim

Nope, that would be breaking rules and I seem to find other ways to get into trouble at matches, unintentionally. Jim

My thanks to everyone on this site. I have learned more here in the last 10 months then I could have ever imagined. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Jim

Tami is a great person. She has been very helpful and always seems to try to make things right. Yes they are slow on building a gun but I think it has been well worth the wait. I have shot 100 rounds out of my new gun and it has performed flawlessly. Jim

When I started shooting competitions it was not planned, I was just in the right place at the right time. Once I tried it, I was hooked. The excitement, the accomplishment of getting faster while still being accurate and the people are great. I have been a moderate hunter since I was very young and truly enjoy it once I get away from the crowds and into nature. I find it a shame that a few bad hunters have all but ruined it for those of us that have respect for private property and nature. I have tried several types of shooting over the last 40 plus years and have not found one that I did not enjoy. Jim

Very nice setup singlestack! I love to go fishing with my boys... nice bass Jim

In regards to Pistolpete's comments, I think that Tae Kwon Do would be more advantageous for speed but if a person cannot participate in the art without sustaining injuries or complicating existing injuries then an alternate form should be considered. Balance or "center" is critical in all forms of martial arts and I think just as critical in the shooting arts. I agree with Pete's comments regarding learning from books and videos as I stated in my first post. I also think that with an art such as Tai Chi there is not the potential for injury that you would find in Tae Kwon Do. To practice their slow moves may be less complicated then learning how to chamber a kick and not hyper extending the knee upon execution. I will say again that I am not experienced in Tai Chi so I will stand corrected if we have an expert that says it cannot be learned via books and videos. Books and videos would never be as good as getting professional instruction but it may help. JMTCW Jim

Sam, I agree, you hit the nail on the head! By the way, today sucked! Shooting the new gun on Saturday... I need it. Jim