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Welcome to the forum. You won't regret getting the Dillon. My first reloader almost 15 years ago was a 550, and I still have it for trying special loads. The only loader I've bought since is a Dillon 650 about 5 years ago, and it is just as good (and a little faster).

Assuming that you refer to handgun, yes and no (mostly no). A Comstock course of fire is unlimited time, so it can't be Comstock. Fixed time penalizes late shots, it does not just *end* the COF. Further, per 9.4.5, Fixed Time penalizes Extra Shots, Extra Hits, and Stacking (FT is for all practical purposes Virginia Count with a time limit). In short, you can't just place an arbitrary limit on a Comstock course. Now if this were a long gun match, you have certain options. George is correct. Setting a time limit makes the course Fixed Time, which also requires paper targets only, does not include time in scoring (points-only scoring), and failure-to-engage cannot be charged, among others. If you are referring to a Comstock course with a really slow shooter, then that shooter (according to the rule book), has both unlimited time and unlimited number of shots. Patience is a virtue. Edit: Did not mention that this is a handgun rule. If you are referring to rifle, see clarification below. Thanks.

[edit] As for the original thread, I can understand why some people are hesitant to go somewhere that is not considered very safe. Indonesia is not on the Department of State's "Travel Warning" list right now, but if you look at the "Safety and Security," "Crime," and "Medical Facilities" information for Indonesia (at the travel.state.gov web site), it is not very encouraging. For those willing to go, good luck.

Ditto. I started out trying the switch style and couldn't get it right consistently enough for my taste, so I tried this way. The video shows how fast it can be done , and it seems to be more consistent for me. Now to figure out how you do it that fast.

The bullet price referenced above will be hard to beat. May have to order some myself when it's time to get more. Can't disagree with the comment on revolvers, but another source of brass is http://www.brassmanbrass.com/inventory-002.html

I agree with the comments above. It really shouldn't matter much. I'm not sure if it is a true concern or not, but many of the open shooters prefer to not have exposed lead at the base. It is rumored that it fouls the comp worse, reducing the effectiveness of the comp unless it is cleaned out.

I agree with your comments. You can generally assume that the best shooters use the best gear because it is obviously working well for them. If you look at them, you will find people who shoot STI/SV, Glock, Springfield, Para, etc. Assuming your gun is reliable, it all comes down to the one driving it, and as stated several times above, there is always going to be a transition time when you switch platforms.

I can't remember what they cost (I think around $70), but when I placed the order a few months back, you couldn't order them off their web site. If you call and ask for the big butt grips, they know exactly what you're looking for. I think they have more than one option (finger-grooves vs. none, possibly wood vs. rubber, etc.), but that was too long ago to remember for sure.

I've had a pair identical to these for several months, and I really like them.

I haven't had the opportunity to shoot one, but the Marvel conversion for 1911's seems to get really good reviews.

Wasn't going to mention it since the thread is mostly about Titegroup, but my 30k rounds have all been with VV N320. With this powder, I've had zero fouling problems. I have to admit that it is more expensive and hard to get when compared to most other powders. It's just hard to change when something works so well.

When are metal prices going to stop going up ? I've been shooting Precision bullets for several years and continue to love them . Also, even though you sometimes have to wait a while, Dave Long is a pleasure to deal with, and they are definitely cheaper than most anything other than lead. I think the info is on his web site, but Precisions are more of a polymer or something similar instead of moly. Most or all of the smoke you see when shooting them is coming from the powder. You can actually drill a hole in the coating and melt the lead out with a torch, and the coating will retain its original shape until the vacuum sucks it in. I've shot around 30,000 rounds of Precisions through my limited gun without cleaning the barrel, and the bore is still clean (no buildup). You may want to check before using them in factory Glock barrels, though. A search for Precision bullets in the Glock forum may turn something up.

I agree and add that he doesn't charge his attorney rate for the work, which is a good thing .

Wouldn't it be nice to shoot a quality .22 pistol that took 30-round mags? Not sure about anyone else, but that would put a big grin on my face .

Although anything is possible, brand new moonclips shouldn't be the problem. If you are using reloads, you may want to try some factory ammunition to see if it works. If they feed into the cylinder, then the reloads are not sized good enough. Another thing I learned the hard way a while back: Unique powder does not work well in 625's (at least, I had a bad experience). The incompletely burned flakes get behind the extractor (between it and the cylinder). This can lock up the gun so bad you cannot turn the cylinder, and the flakes are so small and black that they are hard to see unless you know what to look for. May not help, but figured it wouldn't hurt to comment.

Congratulations, Pat. It looks like someone needs to talk to whoever sends in your classifier scores . Gregg

Our local range has had a couple of stars (not sure of the manufacturer) for several years, and although they have lasted very well, we have had a few more maintenance issues than yours. The higher quality ones mentioned above are definitely worth the price.

The first thing I'd try is Hornady One Shot. It is an aerosol case lube in a red can and only costs <$10 per can. You should be able to find it at a local gun shop or here: http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/...leitemid=438512 The instructions are on the bottle, but basically you just spray a lot of your brass after it has been cleaned. Give it several minutes to dry, and you're ready to go. I just started using it based on recommendations from other shooters, and it works really well. According to the bottle, as long as you give it enough time to dry, it will not affect ignition, powder burn, etc. I've never seen this particular problem (the scoring), though, so someone with more reloading experience may recommend something else.

Not sure what everyone else uses, but mine is a CR Speed.

Actually, that's so long as the RM considers the gear to be securely attached....... Read my post again. My Webster's dictionary defines "secure" as "to make safe" and "free from danger." Therefore, the word securely can in a sense be replaced (at least in my mind) with safely. And yes, I do know that the RM has the final say at a bigger match. I'm referring to local matches when I say "we." I only shoot at 3 to 5 state (or higher) matches per year, but I shoot at ~20 local matches per year. At our local range, we do not designate an RM. If something comes up, it is discussed among all of us.

One Shot was the first to come to my mind as well. If it works, it wouldn't make a mess since it dries quickly. If used on brass while reloading, it might help the reloads work as good as the Winchester White Box, which may eliminate or at least reduce the need for lubricating the mags.

I haven't shot a 6" Limited gun yet, but based on comments from several other shooters, I've ordered one and can't wait for it to come in . The comments I've heard before are the same ones made here. You really don't lose anything up close, and you gain a lot on steel and long shots.

Thank you, Chris. Many of the "experienced shooters" at my local range have full time jobs, kids, other hobbies, etc. It is obviously very important to know the rules, but many people do not have the time to memorize the book to the extent they can quote it verbatim. Consultation from the book and our fellow shooters, including the ones on this forum, can be most useful .

Unfortunately for those who shot this match, I have to agree with JT. If these things are caught at the match, then they should be brought to the MD's attention, and he can decide what course of action to take. Once the match is final, the case should be considered closed. That never feels good to those on the short end of the stick, but it happens. The RO's should have caught it, but as stated above, people make mistakes. I know this is unfair to the other competitors, but if an RO is going to make a mistake, I'd rather it be one like this than one that allows a competitor to get hurt.

Looks like this one has been discussed enough already, and it all comes down to each person's definition of "securely." According to Mr. Webster, it is "to make safe" and "free from danger," among others. So as long as we consider the gear to be safely attached, then it is by definition alright.