JimInFL

+1 from my experience with Silhouette as well. 169PF here at home in FL at 85 degrees, then 176PF at Georgia State a year or two ago, at 45 degree morning. From what I've been able to learn, VihtaVuori powders seem to be quite temp stable. JimInFL

+1 on this one - on my belt now. I also like the First Agent (also Hume) and the Galco M7 Matrix. None of them are expensive but hold the gun well and tight to the body, and ride just high enough. JimInFl

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My input would be 'pretty darn close'. I wear 2XL in all shirts. My Techwear shirts fit just right, by comparison to most anything else I own. If I were pressed to pick one or the other (large/small) I'd say they might run a little on the large (extra room) side. And shrinkage (of the shirts ) so far hasn't been an issue. JimInFl

How does one reach Jack ? JimInFL

+1 I wanted to get one because it was a "Sig", but after shooting one at the range (even with CCI Stingers), I decided to forget about it. Too bad, I like Sig and have a 228. Maybe, one day, they'll make a .22 conversion for that one. Have you guys checked out the new Sig P226 (+ a couple others) 22lr version and then do top swaps for 9, 40, 357 ? Sure looks like a nice setup, but I don't know anything other than what i see on their website. JimInFL

I can't speak directly to those bullets, but I shoot N320 w 147 JHP and never had a problem shooting plates at 35-40 yards. Don't know what sort of accuracy you're looking for. I love N320 with 147s in my m&ps. Another benefit of that powder is that's it's proven to me to be very temperature stable. Get the same PF from my loads at 90 degrees and 40 degrees. Most folks I've talked to say it has about the same 'feel' as Titegroup, which seems to be another popular load. Hope this is of some help. JimInFL

Man am I glad for these responses guys - thanks. I was beginning to think my grip was just all screwed up all this time and I didn't know it. Sounds like I've got some good ideas to work with, without having to chop up my Swensons (outside dimensions at least) to fix it. I like the idea of a good strong 'click' on a safety anyway. JimInFL

I recently purchased a second open gun that is configured almost the same as my current one. I'm having trouble shooting the new one. My hands are not particularly large (nor small) but I do have some 'meat' at the base of my thumb. With my normal grip, that part of my support hand seems to find it's way up under the safety, raising it it just enough to wreak havoc while I'm shooting. I end up pushing the safety back down with my strong hand thumb and an up/down battle quickly ensues. It's not drastic - it's right on the edge between on/off and I can't say that it happens all the time - but when it does - well you can imagine what it does to your concentration. Some random thoughts - this gun has a double undercut trigger guard - the other one has no undercuts. I wonder if that small amount is the difference. It's really hard to tell. My shooting buds suggested I get rid of the big swensons and go back to something more stock. But I like the bigger safety, because like I said, my hands aren't all that big, and I need the space for my strong thumb to rest on it wrapping around. Besides - I'm all the way under it - even a thinner safety would still probably catch it. Anyone else ever experience this ? Suggestions ? Can you even see what I'm describing ? I might be able to post some pics if would help. JimInFL

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Nice videos ! Thanks for sharing. What camera setup is that ? JimInFL

Picked up a Ruger 10/22 the other day - caught them on sale. Already have a Browning Buckmark in the safe. I've never really played much in the rimfire arena. I was hoping to get some advice on ammo. Not that I can find any right now anyway. My use will only be plinking out to 50 yards or so - no hunting. Should I stay away from lead bullets and stay with something jacketed/plated if I'm a little lazy about cleaning ? Does it matter that much ? Will these sub-sonic rounds (seems to be a lot of them listed) reliably run an automatic ? What sort of velocities should I be looking for ? Specific brands/types you've had good/bad luck with ? I'm open to all advice. Maybe a 3x9 scope on the rifle ? Maybe play with a dot instead ? Looks like you could spend about a million dollars on these little rifles on goodies. Already put a dot on the Buckmark. JimInFL

I recycle the Zero bullet boxes. Will just hold 250 9mm. Grab a box and off to the match. The extras combine in to another box, or used in practice. JimInFl

That looks like it will work. Thanks !

I've read the manual, searched here, and nosed around the internet. Seems the most that is said, is that it's not a lot of fun. I don't NEED to disassemble it really, but I'd like to clean it good. Just bugs me to have a gun I can't take apart for cleaning. If you can't tell me the best way to disassemble/reassemble it, maybe you'd share how you give yours a good cleaning/lube ? JimInFL

Sorry for the OT interjection - but what software is that ?

Roger - I'm a little confused. The topic says Cmore mount screws, but it sounds like your asking about mounting the *thumb rest [generic]*. If it's the *thumb rest [generic]*, I called Mike at Shooters Connection and he had a couple (when I screwed mine up). Paul Whitacre once told me he's found them at a local HW store. I'd just check at the local Ace to start with. JimInFL

[in response to the PMs] Guys, I'm really not in the brass business. I just shopped for long time (and spent a lot of money) trying to find a supply of good quality brass. I can usually get my hands on just enough to supply my local shooting friends - sometimes even that's tough. I promise though, if I can get my hands on any more than I need, I'll post it in the classifieds and make it available. JimInFL

I'm going to have to get back to you on that Chris. I've still got a couple things to do. Ordered a CR Speed thumb rest, need to check my current loads on this gun etc. Still shooting my Anglin right now. Maybe ormondopen will jump in here - he and I shot together at the Open and he shot this gun, while his was being worked on. All I can say is that it ran perfectly for him and he shot well with it. JimInFL

I am happy to report, that this gun is now under new ownership. JimInFL

I hate to contradict AWLAZS but my experience was different. I loaded my major rounds (Silhouette) and my sons minors (VV N320) for a match, on the same day. Chrono'd them the next day. It was 80+ here both days. His made 131 power factor. Mine 171. We went up to GA State and chrono'd first thing second morning at about 40 degrees. His chrono'd 131, mine 176. I suppose you could figure it another way - the chrono's were different, and it was actually the VV that was temp sensitive, but that would seem like a stretch. JimInFL

From the powder perspective, I've had experience twice now, with VV N320, and Silhouette. The N320 minor load was absolutely stable across 40 degree spread (chrono'd in 40 degrees, and in 80 degrees identical). Silhouette, on the other hand for my open load, went from 171PF to 176PF (colder morning was higher).

Saweet! I actually got double coverage and both covers frame and lens this year I'm also ROing on the 14th, see you then. Thanks man! You can try the Impact X photochromic Red Lenses - they are basically the racing red lenses but transition to lighter and darker depending on the amount of light is at hand. Really cool stuff - I am using them and they are better than the racing red and you only need one lens. Hey Kevin. Before I get my new ones ordered - I have a question. If the Impact X photochromatics are the same basic color as Racing Red - are there any limitations ? In other words, will they be exactly like my Direct X I have now (no circles in the middle of the lens, full lens size etc) - so the only difference is that they are photochromatic ? That might be a good option here in FL - a little darker in the bright part of the day, but lighten up as the clouds set in for the afternoon thunderstorms. JimInFL

On Jim Shanahan's advice, I tried Action Brown (here in the FL sun) and they are great. I shoot open and no issue with the dot, targets, or anything for that matter. Everyone else here raves about Racing Red so I'm going to give it a whirl - and then my action brown can be my everyday sun glasses, to replace the non-prescription MFrame Oakleys I've always worn. Edit - ooops - were you referring to color ?

I'm in the process of getting the lenses for my second pair as we speak. I love them. I didn't like anything in behind the lenses, and these look exactly like a non-prescription pair of Rydons, except that they really are prescription, and amazingly clear. Really neat technology, being able to make a nice looking pair of glasses (no circles in the middle) and still have quality optics. I'm using Action Brown, and Racing Red is what I'm ordering now. Might want to hook up with one the Rudy Team guys here - like KGentry or Rocket35 - it can be helpful to talk to them. JimInFL