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metalform 10rds with Dawson base pads.
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shootin-blanks started following Dan Wesson PM9, 125 or 147gr. for USPSA and UltraSound or Parts Washer
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I choose SNS 135 RN, happy medium between slightly snappy 124 and the endless wait of 147's.
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parts washer with diesel fuel..
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Potentially going back to Single Stack
shootin-blanks replied to horhey232's topic in 1911-style Pistols
Tripps and have them change out the hybrid followers for the all metal ones. Plastic and Florida sugar sand don't play together in skinny tubes. -
I use metalform (dawson puts his name on them) in all my SS 9mm, they sometimes need a little LOVE in the beginning (make sure they drop free, ect..) . But work in all my 9mms I have a few Tripp 9mm mags, don't like the fact that a bullet falls free during a reload or load and make ready (using a full mag as a barney) Nothing against Tripp, there service is 1st class and I only use there 10mm mags in my .40 SS guns.
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+1 my favorite.
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Recommendation for a good degreaser
shootin-blanks replied to JasonTrewin's topic in 1911-style Pistols
I use diesel fuel & toothbrush blow off with air compressor. If you "de-grease" anything in Florida it will rust by tomorrow. -
The Ti firing pin needs to go AWAY.. .if you go to a reduced MS you'll likely get light strikes with the Ti firing pin.. Ed Brown, EGW, Wilson BP, pick one.
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Decreased power firing pin return spring?
shootin-blanks replied to OnVacation's topic in Gun Springs
Extended firing pin, if you must. -
There are plenty of things to lighten it up and have it/them make weight. lose the FLGR, diff magwell, Alum MSH, diff grips. usually an issue with most SS 9mm., that's why tri-topped slides became popular weight reducer. The .40 SSC is close at Weight 43.1 ounces with empty magazine
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Moving from shooting Limited&Prod to Lim&SS
shootin-blanks replied to Wiseguy724's topic in 1911-style Pistols
I only run major with my .40's and use Tripp 9rd mags.. I know the make 10rd mags (Corey system) that fit the box, but i have no exp. with them.. I shoot a 9mm SS when I want to shoot minor. -
Moving from shooting Limited&Prod to Lim&SS
shootin-blanks replied to Wiseguy724's topic in 1911-style Pistols
.40 SS really shines in (2) areas. Same load as your limited gun. Slide forward reloads go in like butter (because of the un-used space in mags) *word of warning, slide LOCK reloads require a little finesse. If your too hasty, you'll see a death-jam from H#ll. This applies to using 40/10mm &/or .45acp mags While we try NOT to go to slide lock.. stage designers are not always considerate of shinny guns. YMMV -
Dawson mags have the Springfield style feed ramp that stop a lot of the nose dive issues on full mags. IMO, they are the key to a great running 9mm single stack. ^^^ Metalform mags for me too.. no problems .. sometimes they need a little "love" to drop free and lock back, but they feed great, keep the springs fresh. CDNN has "Zenith" branded Metalforms for `15 bucks https://www.cdnnsports.com/1911-10rd-9mm-zenith-magazine.html#.XmESeGhKiUk
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I've never had any trouble with my PILE of 140mm GEN 1 mags or old style SV tubes.. BIg sticks usually required good springs to function 100%
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I run 10# and 17# in all my 9mms