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Who said I was scared? No, I'll just "tip" over when I shoot em! (Or you'll have to prop me up with a stick or something ) Yeah this is the truth! I'm only 4' 11" - 105lbs.!!!! When I carry a rifle on a sling, it hit's the back of my legs and generally ends up with a lot of dirt in the barrel!

OK, my other choice would be the Remington Model 11-87 Sportsman - I guess the 26" one. Although I sure wish they had a shorter one. LINK The MSRP is $739, realistically how much might one of these be used? Why would one get a longer one as opposed to the shorter one (28" & 26")? I want to get the least expensive magazine extension out there. Is there anything less than Nordic Components? I looked on their website, but only found extensions for Benelli. LINK. Which one would I need to get and would these work?

OK, after reading quite a bit on this I have sort of come to some decisions. When I do buy one - I don't want a pump shotgun, I can't afford the B brands although I LOVE Benelli's M1/M2 20ga field guns (it's my favorite shotgun so far). I am thinking of going with these or something similar: SA-20 20ga Autoloader from Mossberg LINK 1000 Series Model 1020 - 20 Gauge from Smith & Wesson LINK Since I can't afford really high end, I think I could find these used at a decent price (...well, hopefully!) I am going to keep looking around though. I'm really not that picky and will probably end up getting the first non-pump that I see at a good deal. I wish there was something with a smaller stock/more options for stock size, etc. that was still inexpensive... ideas?

I was just wondering if anyone has come across a really good source for ideally, FMJ 45acp 230g and 9mm 115g? I know it's all pretty high, but I've just gotten started and wanted to make sure I got the best prices before I go ordering stuff. Eventually, I'll probably cast, but I don't have the time right now. It seems like the lowest I've found on 1,000 of 45s is about $126 shipped. As for 9mm, well, I haven't actually looked that much yet. What are the current *best* prices out there? Anyone found it for cheaper than I listed? What about 9mm? Thanks for any help in advance!

So what is the capacity of the 1100 and 1187? And while I'm asking, what capacity is generally the most common for shotgun in 3 gun? Also, about how much do these gun run? Do I have to do a lot of mods, or do they come ready to shoot? Thanks! (Other than a single shot, I know nothing about shotguns! )

Can anyone give me some good suggestions for a good entry level 20 gauge? I can't afford really high end stuff, so a basic shotgun would be what I'll end up getting. I am a complete newbie who has no experience with 3 gun at all... not even a match yet, but I might like to try it at some point and would like to pick up a good shotgun that would work in 3 gun when I get ready. The only reason I say 20 gauge is because I am only 4' 11'' and I'd like to start out there. I can't afford one now, but I'd still like to know what to look for when I start shopping around. Thanks in advance for the help! -Kate

Wouldn't THAT be nice! OK, that helps. Thanks!

I am trying to avoid opening another thread just for this question and figured someone could give me a quick answer... Is there any disadvantage to shooting a sanctioned bigger match as an unclassified shooter? Is there any advantage to shooting them as unclassified? Also, how often do sanctioned big matches have classifier stages in them? Thanks!

About when does this generally start filling up? I'd love to try to shoot this, but I am on a tight budget right now and I don't know if I'll be available then or not. I just need to know about how much time I'll have to make plans, etc. Thanks!

That's good to know, thanks! Is there a specific reason you do this?

Well, if it's a matter of wearing out the firing pin, I could easily replace it I guess. I am sort of new to all this competition shooting, but since my original post, I have learned really quickly to get over any worries I might have of dry firing if I want to get better. Not to mention, it MUCH cheaper than going through real ammo. However, one thing helps that I hadn't thought of before... get those little fake/dummy bullets with the built in springs inside. They are meant for dry fire practicing and supposedly saves your gun a little. Just make sure they are the practice kind (usually see through).

I recently got this Dan Wesson Proofed Patriot. It's being tweaked right now, and hopefully when it comes back I'll be able to shoot some matches with it! The picture was taken before I put new grips on it and did a few other mods. I just thought I would share! Thanks for looking. (Picture credit goes to the previous owner.)

LOL, SS 1911s just work for me (er... sometimes )! Besides, I am totally open to a lot of other stuff and would eventually like to venture out into other areas. Really, I am generally happy just having a gun in my hand period...

LOL, why's that? I did hear they cost an arm and a leg, and a LOT of money that I don't have yet! I have to admit, I might have to just put my toes into the dark side....... just a little....... OK, maybe a little more than a little! That was darn good fun!!!!! Consider it a sponsorship. Now when you become famous, just don't forget those of us that helped you get started! I might take you up on that then! Although, I need to get my gun first!!!! Oh yeah, I can imagine! Although, I REALLY, REALLY, REALLY like my SS 1911. I think I might improve a little with it over the summer and then start looking around for other options!!

LOL, why's that? I did hear they cost an arm and a leg, and a LOT of money that I don't have yet! I have to admit, I might have to just put my toes into the dark side....... just a little....... OK, maybe a little more than a little! That was darn good fun!!!!!

Thanks everyone... I ended up going into the limited 10 category and got a Pre-CZ Dan Wesson Proofed Patriot SS 1911. I got it for a deal out of a group buy and it's being tweaked right now, but I think it will be a great pistol. I am still looking for a 9mm production gun, but I am not in a hurry! Thanks again. -Kate

Here are a couple of videos from Area 6. I'm new to the sport. This was my first match other than 3 club matches within the last 2 months. I had a few goofs here and there, but I learned some good lesson as far as what to do, and what not to do. I had sooooo much fun at this match and can't wait to go back next year!!! shooting SS1911 in 45 - Had a few mess ups and didn't knock down a steel, but I had the best time shooting!!!! http://myspacetv.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=...ideoid=32700243 Some really nice folks (Roger and Tammy) let me have some fun with their gun on Sunday afternoon after everything was wrapping up. The first time I had ever shot an open gun - stage 12 (Brian's House). http://myspacetv.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=...ideoid=32890014

I shot an open gun with the red dot optics for the first time last weekend, one afternoon after a match was over. I shot in closer quarters than usual in a house stage and did REALLY well. I went VERY fast compared to how fast I generally move with a SS 1911 and got all Alpha/Bravo hits the first time through. I even surprised myself! Anyway, I went so fast, I can't even remember if I was actually seeing the dot, instinct shooting or just hoping the shots were going in the right place! It seemed like I did take me a little bit longer/more time to take the further away targets though, I may have been trying to "find" the dot then, but I'm not sure. I just kept trying to remember some advice someone gave me, "trust your eyes, trust your eyes!". After that first attempt, the 2nd and 3rd times I tried to go through the stage again I couldn't go as fast and I didn't get the shots that I did on the first attempt. I guess I wasn't anticipating anything on the first try, and on the ones afterwards I tried too hard and it kind of fell apart!?

Hmmmm... I't doesn't really matter to me how other shooters choose to wear their belts, but I sure couldn't wear mine without an under-belt or in the loops to keep it from sliding all over the place! I would almost consider someone at a slight disadvantage if they didn't have their belt in loops anyway. However, I personally think it looks more professional and neater to wear the belt either in loops or over an under-belt. Just my two cents.

No problem! I'll keep checking back for updates. And thanks for the invite!

Is there a website or something with more info available? I am interested...