Rob Tompkins
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Six man squads don't work.
If you have the guy who just shot, the next one up and the on deck shooter that leaves 3 people to reset and paste stages, and that takes forever.
There is no down time.
Not having shot a match in this format before, I had assumed the 1/2 day squads join up with an all day squad so you had "two" squads (one all day and one 1/2 day) on the same stage at the same time? At mid day the 1/2 day squad changed out.
I think the all day squads have 9 or 10 shooters for the most part.I just hope everyone does their share of pasting so we don't have any hate-n threads later on!
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taking his glasses on an off didn't cause Kelly to lose, loading the 2 or 3 rounds per firearm did. knocking an extra 2 seconds off those stages plus the time it took to empty and lock the pistol open would have been the deciding factor. the guys who shot 1 pistol shot saved time loading the mag and then could just throw the gun down and move.
Was actually really sad to see him go. liked the way he could adapt and really showed himself to be a strong competitor with all weapons, not just a rifle at long range...
+1 I think Kelly got the bad luck of going first. He seemed to go up the hill only "fast" not "highly motivated" like the rest. He also did not get the benefit of seeing how much time he'd lose by loading extra rounds. He played to conservatively. But he set a standard that forced everyone else to take the risk of only loading a single round. If the targets had been a little harder and there were more missed shots he would have made it.
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I don't much care for the "random drawing to walk up to the table", hate the wait.
Often just skip it because I'm not likely to get picked early. Not seen it done by finish place.I have seen the "assigned and handed out at registration" method and that work out well.
I've also shot the SC Sectional (previously mentioned) and as a ranked finisher, the cash payout was nice.
No matter what, I get a t-shirt if available (even if extra cost). It's a memento that doesn't just collect dust and I get it even if I had a bad day shooting.
Generally, I like the idea of prizes but the lack of prizes won't be much (if any) of a deciding factor.
Rob
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I'll be sending up my app this week. How many slots left for Sat AM and Sunday?
Looking forward to it!
Mailed the application last week. If all goes according to plan, this will be my first major match shooting Open!
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It looked like it might be possible to add a plastic spacer to the inside of the trigger guard holder. In pictures it looks like the STI specific model has this installed.
I've sent a couple emails out to Rescomp and to the forum dealers but no response yet. I may try and purchase a plastic sheet and try to fashion one myself.
I can always sell it...
There is an insert kit (CR Speed Trigger Guard Insert Kit) with a shaped insert and a range of spacers. I got a set to try on my Glock specific holster to try and adapt it to fit an STI. I've done some preliminary tests and it looks like it will work but I'm still shooting my Glock for the rest of the season so I haven't actually tried to fully reconfigure the holster but it looks promising. As I don't have access to a STI specific holster to compare to, I can't comment on that.
Before I bought the insert kit I talked to Chris at CPWSA and he was not aware of what it would take to reconfigure, so i don't know if this will work.
http://www.cpwsa.com/CR_Speed.htm (at bottom of page) - CR Speed Trigger Guard Insert Kit - this kit includes all the trigger guard spacers and screws initially supplied with the holster which allows it to be modified for use with a variety of different handguns.
Rob
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Intro: I have used a G35 in IDPA SSP a lot (the G35 is same as G34 but in 40S&W) but now shooting a M&P Pro 9mm. I also shoot a G24 (like a G35 but w/ 6" barrel) in Limited USPSA.
If you would modify the 17 to make it like the 34, just get the 34.
If you plan / expect to modify either one more then just a tiny bit, consider a good USED 17 and modify till its right. It will work out cheaper.
4" vs 5" is all about balance and handling and a bit about recoil management. With the 9mm recoil is probably not going to be an issue, but you may feel more with the G17 compared to your '92. The G34 will likely seem closer to the 92.
Personally I like the longer barreled guns (to a point) as they have a better balance for me. The weight is not an issue, in fact it helps me move smoother. When/if I get to Master / GM a lighter gun may or may not make a difference.
Bottom line, get the one you feel balances better.
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... I think I'll save the conversation regarding the calculation of a hit factor for later.
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Here's a chart I made: USPSA Pistol Divisions Quick Guide
It can be a useful visual guide in explaining the differences between the divisions.
Hope this helps...
LT
How about something about production is only minor, 9mm min for minor and 40cal min for major for Lim, Lim-10, etc., and Open min for major or minor is 9mm?
I think I'll leave it as is for now...
It's just a quick visual guide so shooters would have an idea what division they might like.
Roger that!
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Mine.
Saber Lower w/ RRA NM LPK
Generic upper / bolt w/ Lija barrel in 5.56
YHM tube
Nikon Pro 2-8x
JP SRTS
Mostly nothing super special
Also shoot an S&W MP-15 Optics Ready with a BSA Red Dot w/ & w/o CMMG 22LR conversion
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I don't have any of these mags but I think they are a good deal, or at least seem like a good deal.
Just the components for the 170mm (tube, follower/spring, base pad, and spacer) come to within $30 of the all up mag. So for that extra $30 you get a witness slot cut in the side and it's tuned!
I just recently got a new to me STI Open in 9mm and needed mags (it only came with 1) and thought I would save a few bucks, over the cost of 3 mags. I did save ~$90 but given all the time I sent fitting (and I'm not done yet) I think I should have just bought the all up mags!
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Here's a chart I made: USPSA Pistol Divisions Quick Guide
It can be a useful visual guide in explaining the differences between the divisions.
Hope this helps...
LT
How about something about production is only minor, 9mm min for minor and 40cal min for major for Lim, Lim-10, etc., and Open min for major or minor is 9mm?
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Very cool! Thanks!
An idea, add an integrated timer such that when you hit the time box a timer screen pops up. Then when the shooter finishes, the SO hits a "score button" and you go to the score sheet with the time filled in.
The "scorer" then goes forward and calls out the score with the shooter as witness.
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I had a couple initial bad classifiers so I started as D in Limited. About the time I was was going to make C via classifiers, I got a match bump to C. That was cool.
What is a match bump?
Specifically I placed second in Limited, D class with a overall hit factor for the match of ~51% (mid "C" class). I had shot enough classifiers above 40% that on the next months classification update I would have gone "C".
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I thought episode one was good. It was a little slow for those of us that know the sport but it was only 1/2 hour and they gotta introdue the game to the non shooters.
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Hell I just about ordered a SCAR, SLP, and FNX9 during the show!
How cool would it be to see a stage from the compettiors eyes, get their thoughts and comments while they shoot and see the targets fall.
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I think my favorite part of the show was Taran Butler's interview when he talked about the video gamers out there comparing them to 3 gunners. That guy cracks me up!
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I thought the music was awesome!
Agree x1000
I just about fell off my sofa at Taran's comment! 
For the first episode its as exptected, longer on intro, shorter on shooting. But, I did enjoy it and will watch more.
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I doubt I'm interesting enough as a shooter... or otherwise.
Based on Season 1 so far, skills beyond a basic competency are not really required. Basic skills and ability to learn, adapt, stay cool, make friends, etc. are what's needed.
So far it seems the format is designed to NOT give an expert / master / grand master in a shooting discipline (USPSA, IDPA, High Power, skeet, etc.) a super big advantage in any given challenges. Those that have been flexible, brought a wide range of life experiences, and stayed cool seem to be doing better. A bit of luck has also helped. That could change, but...
You my friend would do well IMHO.
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How much padding do the Midway bags have? Is the padding on both sides of the pistol compartment or just one side?
Feels like about 1/4" padding on both sides of the main compartment. There's also the same padding on the outside of the double pockets.
More then enough for placing it lose in a larger range bag or carrying as a stand alone bag with reasonable care (don't fold, spindle or mutilate).
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I just got a couple of the Midway bags. Holds my open gun, 7 magazines (just barely holds my 170's and has 2 pockets on the opposite side that will easily hold 2 100 rd boxes. For $8 plus shipping, I figured I couldn't go too wrong. One caveat, if that's all you order, Midway tacks on a "special handling charge".
http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct/?productNumber=939160870
I have two of these. M&P Pro 9mm in one and a Glock 35 in the other. On my next Midway order I'll probably pick up a couple more.
Also the full size Midway range bag has a side pocket that holds 8 mags and the internal stage bag holds an additional 6 mags. It has pockets for 4 guns as well.
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http://www.target.com/Mac-Sports-Folding-Wagon-Green/dp/B0025U2H36
I think this is what Im getting
I've seen these in use and heard the owner complain about the small hard tires/wheels. It did seem to fold up to a small size.
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Here's my solution, $89.95 at Home Depot. I need it to fit in the back of my Grand Cherokee, so I made the handle quick-disconnect with a linch pin replacing the bolt and nut. I added a piece of PVC umbrella holder, held in with 2 U-clamps with wing nuts. The sides all fold down. I fold the back down. With my gear bag and cooler in the cart there's a spot left to clean/reload mags, or have lunch, in the shade.
+1, I just bought on of these as well. Also, I've been told Tractor Supply has a similar one for about the same price.
Good idea to use a PVC pipe as a risee so you can use a standrad golf unbmrella. I am considering an inexpensive 8'ft garden umberlla so it would geve shade for my gear as well as me while sitting in a folding chair.
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I'll be sending up my app this week. How many slots left for Sat AM and Sunday?
Looking forward to it!
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I've loaded up a small sample at 1.170-1.175 as a control group and two small samples at 1.160-1.165 and 1.150-1.155. Haven't tried them in the mags yet.
After I try them out, I'll decide if I keep the spacers and load shorter or get new followers and load long. It's interesting to hear you need to go all the way up to 8.9 gr and you're loading quite long. If I lose the spacers I may go that long.
Part II
All loads are 8.0 gr of Silhouette.
1.170 - 1.175" 1338 1371 1352 33 11 169 AIR TEMP ~80DEG 1.170 - 1.175"
1.170 -1.175" 1340 1384 1364 44 15 170 COOLED ~40DEG 1.170 -1.175"
1.160 -1.165" 1351 1398 1375 47 15 172 AIR TEMP ~80DEG 1.160 -1.165"
1.150 - 1.155" 1351 1392 1371 41 13 171 AIR TEMP ~80DEG 1.150 - 1.155"
The ambient air temp was way down to about 80 deg and all loads had been sitting in the air conditioned cab of the truck. This makes the control sample about 15 deg cooler then last time. I was also very careful to make sure no bounds exceeded 1.175".
I also took some of the 1.170" COL rounds and placed them in a cooler with my ice water to create a larger temp differential. They cold soaked for about 45 min (drive time to the range).
Observations: Except for the 1.150-1.155 loads all primers looked OK, a little flat but still a curve on the outer edge and no firing pin craters. Some of the 1.150-1.155 loads were a quite a bit flatter and showed some firing pin drag. The 1.150 - 1.155 loads fit well in the mags but the primers make me nervous. The 1.160 - 1.165 loads also fit in the mags and gave me the a nice PF. The 1.170 - 1.175 loads had a much better performance (about as originally expected) and with very good SD, but it could be the cooler temps. Some of the 1.150 loads seemed to shoot flatter
Conclusion: I'm going to stick to the 1.170 COL (I noticed I could do a better job of fitting the spacers - then space should not be a problem) and also try 8.2gr and 8.4gr to see how it goes. I'd like to get a reliable 171-173 PF.
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To keep a 1.17 COL I'll need to toss the 9mm spaces out and get new springs/followers. Not a big deal, just a pain in the a$$.
Thanks,
Rob
Are you sure about that length? I use Montana Gold JHP's and can go out to 1.190" with STI mags and steel spacers without issue. Just asking as some progressive presses load "longer" when all stations are full verses one at a time.
And I've found that Silhouette does vary some lot to lot. I had one lot that went 173 PF with 8.4 grains and the next lot I got took 8.8 grains. My current lot takes 8.9 to get there.
Yep, I'm sure of the length. I'm using Zero bullets and they seem to have a very broad nose and as they tilt in the mag the nose rubs. I do have some variation in the mag's. At 1.170-1.175 they will feed in 2 of my 4 mags.
I have noticed a difference in COL of 0.005 or so between single loading vs all stations loaded but I calibrated for a fully loaded press.
I've loaded up a small sample at 1.170-1.175 as a control group and two small samples at 1.160-1.165 and 1.150-1.155. Haven't tried them in the mags yet.
After I try them out, I'll decide if I keep the spacers and load shorter or get neew followers and load long. It's interesting to hear you need to go all the way up to 8.9 gr and you're loading quite long. If I lose the spacers I may go that long.
Thanks for the info.
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I zero'd mine for 25 yards.
If you are using an optic with a low magnification of 2x or higher, then they are very beneficial for those targets from contact out to about 40 yards, depending on target size.
However, now that most people can get a good variable with 1 to 1.5x on the low end, I find that I am faster NOT using the SRTS. Especially when short range small targets are used, I am better off with my scope. The levers that allow fast change of the magnification, at least for me, made the SRTSs obsolete, unles your low mag is 2x or higher.
I am running a Burris 1.5-6 XTR and in various drills, I have proven faster with the scope and mag change lever than using the SRTS. On my .223 Tac Scope rifle, I'd give it a 2. On my long range set-ups with high mag scopes and the need for a few fast close shots, I'd give it an 8.
I've not had an opportunity to compete with mine, in fact I've only gotten to do a very little practice, but from what I've experienced I agree MarkCO. I went with a 2-8x scope for the longer ranges 75-400 yrs and the SRTS for <75 yards. With a 1-4x or 1.5-5x you may not really need the SRTS. I've got it sort of zeroed at ~25 yards now but once I select a final load I'll pick a close in zero that will also give me a ~400 yr estimated zero, just in case I need it. That should work out to something in the 40-50 yards range.
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Most resizing dies I've seen (and I suspect all) have a taper where the case enters the die so the die does not resize all the way down the case. With some brass that has been shot in a gun without a fully supported chamber (e.g., Glock 40 S&W's) there is a slight bulge towards the base of case that the sizer die can't remove because of taper at the opening. FCD sizes all the way down to the base of the case and takes out this bulge.
I found the FCD to be very useful for 40 S&W. I just started reloading 9mm and I've been using one but I've not tried not using it. So, I've not yet reached a conclusion if it’s needed or not.
I think the all day squads have 9 or 10 shooters for the most part.
Often just skip it because I'm not likely to get picked early. Not seen it done by finish place.
40 or 45 for single stack?
in 1911-style Pistols
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1st consideration - what game you expect to play
2nd consideration - ammo / reloading and gun logistics issues
1. If ever want to shoot IDPA CDP, you need a 45 ACP. 40S&W will move you to ESP where you may feel a disadvantage with a lesser ammo capacity and will be competing with major PF ammo against mostly minor PF ammo (Atlanta Arms & Ammo does offer minor PF 40S&W) In USPSA, SS Major is limited to 8 rnds so there is no capacity advantage to 40S&W as compared to 45ACP there. True, most 230gr 45ACP ball ammo is ~10-15 PF higher then most factory 40S&W but muzzle energy will be ~10-15% LESS with the 45ACP. In both games, then bigger hole can be an advantage. Its surprising how many points are lost by not quite touching the line! Bottom line: IMHO a 1911 in 40S&W is slight or modest disadvantage in IDPA and no significant advantage in USPSA. Slight - modest advantage to 45ACP.
2. Factory 40S&W will be no more and probably cheaper than 45ACP. Depending on brand and source it might be 1-2 cents or 8-10 cents per round difference. Reloading components will be cheaper, ~3-5 cents, maybe more. 40cal mags might be harder to find or you may find a less diversity of brands to pick from. Costs may be slightly more but you only have to buy them once so I look at it as part of the price of the gun. Slight - modest advantage to 40S&W. If you reload for one but not the other you might consider tool costs but that is a one time only thing.
It all depends on what is important to you. From a USPSA SS or IDPA CDP game stand point, 45 ACP is "it", the standard all are compared to. For every 1000 rnds you shoot, you'll save at most $100 (more likely only ~$30) with 40S&W.
So.... What's it going to be?