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I'm sorry I missed the SS and REV nationals this year. I've been to the previous two and the last one in Las Vegas. For me it really is about cost. I have flown to LV and St. Louis, and I have driven to Barry. I love PASA and the staff. But this wasn't about the range or the people. It was about my budget, and a few other things like Mother's Day. So, to make assumptions about why turnout slipped this year as a result of major/minor, SS nationals, not a stand alone match, or any other reason would be without merit. Perhaps to answer the question is a survey of previous competitors, for their non-attendance. No assumptions. We have everyone's mailing address or email, why not ask. It would also be interesting to see the plotting of the home city for each participant, just to see the dispersion by the numbers. Btw, that wasn't an offer to volunteer. But PASA unfortunately is remote and limited on accommodations, restaurants, and cheap transportation outside the radius of 8 to 10 hour drive time. I almost feel as though I am being traitor to PASA for mentioning anything negative, because without them we wouldn't have the Classic Nationals. If only it wasn't so far and remote.

Finally, I'm in! Will alligent let you fly with firearms? I know they charge extra for everything, Tampa airport is also offers frequent buys.

Finally, I'm in!

My thought is shoot your Pro, unless you won't miss the 1-1.2k, I agree that as time passes these 929 will be seen more and maybe below msrp. Though right now, retail dealers seem to be ignorant of the demand for our small community and that is probably the only time I would say its a good thing.BTW, I know we all have opinions on holsters, but my CRSpeed works for both barrel lengths, hence one size fIts all. And, after fully adjusting it correctly, I haven't had any near drops. But, I also haven't had that bazaar starting position of, standing on your head, jump up, roll left then roll right, then draw.

mine. Same guys I got my 38 super 627 from 4 or 5 years ago. They seem to be able to get the good ones.

Yes, mine pinned as well. Looks to be the standard. Also, called S&W regarding the moonclips, they confirmed it ships with one only. Tried my 38 super moons with the 9's and seems to work fine. Haven't had a chance to shoot it yet.

Yes, it stiffer, and a 1.5 inch longer, I think its looking better as time goes on. Seems to handle well too, just hard to tell in the house with everybody around. Getting funny looks from the wife. Oh well, I'll let it work itself out.

It is stiff.

Thought I'd give a look at the hammer, looks like the older 625 one on the right.

Here it is!!!!! Got the call it was in, out the door within an hour. $1189. Trigger is absolutely horrible!!! And that's not being a snob, it's dry, gritty, and firm. I think the rep., wholesaler, or dealer had a little time with it, note the edge of the cylinder, and wear ring, and only one moonclip. Obviously not issue enough for a hesitation to buy. Next call is to Smith and Wesson, about perhaps, fulfilling the clip obligation and warranty info. Interesting firing pin.

I meant to rechamber, the cylinder and cut for clips, hence no bulge issue. What I did with spare cylinder and works like it was made for the round.

Here's a thought, shoot straight in Orlando has several law enforcement S&W mod 15 for $299. Have TK cut it for 9mm with some moons, around $300. Total $600. Add some speed loaders and you have and idpa gun, ICORE classic gun, USPSA gun (not the best by any stretch), a teaching gun for manual, speed loader, and moonclip gun. 38's for the speed loaders, 9mm to lower ammo cost. This is just for fun, no serious thought was put into it. Otherwise, 625 would fit with lowest initial cost and good pay back. Man revolvers are great, so many options.

The only fault with this, I mean, the only one, is 9mm is now cheaper and easier to find than .22lr. Which is the only reason I vote for a 627/327.

Omg, this is why I've always been hesitant to shoot IDPA. Fortunately, I have several USPSA and ICORE clubs to shoot, and no intention to bad mouth IDPA, it's just my admittedly little brain can't overcome the IDPA way of thinking.

I humbly disagree. It was not written in malice but a simple fact. The more you participate in "matches" the greater the chance something will happen that will result in a DQ. I can count a number of times when the DQ was the result of a freak occurrence, not a blatant safety violation. Example: revolver barrel caught in snow fence wall and pulled out of shooter hand while shooter on the move. It happens. My RO and SO instructors made it clear it's a matter of "when" not "if". It happens and and shooters need to understand it's part of the game and not get worked up when it does. While I will go out of my way to help a new shooter I will DQ them if necessary. Again it part of the game nothing more. Lewiston-- I'm with you, absolutely no malice. I think if you are, as any serious athlete, pushing the limits of your ability to improve, a DQ will happen. Nearly all these DQ's I've seen are generally regarded as bizarre circumstances, but never the less a DQ. I think it would be an interesting question to ask of all our Grand Masters or Masters. Have you ever been DQ'd? I suspect 95 - 100% would answer yes, or if not officially called on, would acknowledge to be an offender at one point.