uscbigdawg

Hi Matt, What Chriss said. Rich

You might be an IPSC Redneck if you....

Three other guys: Bill Engvall (a.k.a. "Here's your sign) Ron White (a.k.a. "Tater Salad") Larry the Cable Guy (enough said) Here's a link: http://bluecollarcomedytour.warnerbros.com/ Rich

Les - I'm sensing a theme with Kyle's match. From what I can tell, it's basically Kyle's chance to beat the piss out of everyone that dare show up to his match. Jeff - Based on the write up from last year, I'll definitely be at your match. Hopefully I'll have a few folks in tow. Limited only though...crap!!!! More reload practice. Rich

I know of more than one shooter that on their Open gun, taken a base pad from a 140mm mag and placed in on their 170mm mag for a particular stage. Murphy's law being what it is, something seems to always happen. Rich

So thanks to George, my dry fire routine has gotten fully silly now. Thanks for the tips buddy. In live fire practice sessions, the dry firing is paying off tremendously. If nothing else, it's coming down to simply handling the firearms more. Weak hand shotgun is still quite goofy (technical term), but I'm working out some alternatives and testing if I can get into various positions without having to transition weak (however, when need be, I do switch). Anyone else have any other ideas? Thanks and Happy Holidays, Rich

I agree with Matthew. My day starts at 5am and ends at 11pm. Between morning workouts, an 8+ hour a day job, taking the proper supplements through the day, evening training in either Kendo or Iaido (depending on the night), doing the hour drive home, doing draws and reloads for an hour, finishing with the nightly pushups/sit-ups and reading for an hour or so, you can make the most of each day. This year I have made the commitment to make Master class by June. In years past, it was my lack of focus and dedication to shooting that has stalled my progression and not the lack of time. The disciplines that I now study calm my brain down by allowing me to focus on the small things. Far too often I wander to lofty big picture issues. It will be because of all them that I reach all my goals, shooting and personal. With that said, Bill, what I would suggest is first see a doctor on your ankle. It's not right that the injury reoccurs on the frequency that you're saying. As for your schedule, having a family definitely makes things difficult, because they are always your first priority. So, I would suggest that you contact local instructors, in all disciplines and discuss with them, what your goals are. Do not let the discipline dictate what you want out of them. Rather, let what you want from the training dictate which discipline to study. Then, discuss with, each instructor, their availability. They may tell you that evenings are better than mornings and with that, the gun handling practice will maybe have to move to the morning. Another option would be to get in some training at lunch (many employers are cool with a 90 minute or two hour lunches if you start earlier and/or stay later). Three months ago, on my 29th birthday, I had my grand epiphany. I was overweight, out of ideal shape and really not excited about shooting. My career was my life. Since then, I've started working out again, eating right, shooting a lot more and have rededicated myself to not only reach my physical goals, but also reach my shooting goals. It's demanding but I know that it will lead me to where I want to be. Where YOU want to be, should be your focus. Make a plan to get there and commit (not follow) it. Whatever you're going to do, you have to commit to it. Don't "make a decision". Decisions change. Commitments are a promise (in this case to yourself) that you will keep to the detriment of less important issues. Set your priorities and commit to them to the end. The best father you can be, the best husband you can be, the best person you can be, the best martial artist (shooting and others) you can be. I don’t know you at all but believe you and everyone else can reach their goals by committing to them. This site has been a large spark to my goals and thank everyone for that. Just my two Lincolns. Best of luck and Happy Holidays. Rich

I've found that when I "push" really hard, I tend to cross that line of smooth & fast vs. out of control. Same for when I play it safe, I'm way too slow, and movements and transitions, are thought about rather than just done. When I've shot my best, I was relaxed, taken the time to take the right shot, and with a smooth and deliberate action, taken the next step, made the transition, etc. For me, it's definitely a balancing act of being too conservative and 'blade running'. When it's right it's right. When it's off, it's usually REALLY off. Rich

rhino, That would have been AWWWWWWWWESOME!!!!! Heck they're in Michigan (Kid's parents) and Ted isn't that far away from Taylor. Can you see that picture: Kid Rock, Jesse James, Hank Williams, Jr., Waylon Jennings, Jr. and Ted Nugent. Rich

Rhino, No that's a single that was released after the previous album. The saw is on the previous album but recorded with someone else (I could have this backwards). The new album is very, very Bob Seeger & Skynard. Rich

What 300#Gorilla said the last two posts. Sorry Eric for the politics. BTW, are you coming to NCPS on Sunday? Hope you're feeling better. Rich

bountyhunter, I understand the concerns and the logic. However, since any gun now was made after 1994, by your logic, any mag for an STI/SV/McCormick Gun Racer frame will tag the owner guilty. Due to financial reasons, I've had to sell some frames via PPT here in California. I remind all the buyers (who thankfully are friends) that assembly of new magazines is a no-no. Too that importation, purchase, sale, transfer, teleport (dude that was funny ) of magazines is a definite no-no. I've had a couple of conversations here with DOJ on specifically magazines. They acknowledge many things on what they know has been going on for years in USPSA and we have a clear understanding. Like I said earlier, "However you resolve that is on you". Rich P.S. "You also can NOT buy any pre-ban hi-caps...". Post ban hi-caps are LEO.

When I encounter the nay-sayers, they typically fall into the classes listed by rhino. My favorite incident to date was a guy at a Glock match, ripping on IPSC shooters as he went to shoot the plate rack. After dumping a mag with 3 plates standing, he kind of shut up about accuracy. Especially when my range officer partner explained to him that he was an IPSC shooter and shot the plate rack with all of his run totalling less than 13 seconds, with a G27. The club that I shoot the most at has a lot of newbies that show and unfortunately do not return. Part of it I believe is the club's treatment (or lack of hand holding) of new shooters. Good or bad, there should be some hand holding and affirmation that they are not shooting against those that are more seasoned. To start they are shooting against themselves. However, personal egos being what they are, they leave and tend to gravitate to IDPA, where the verbal wars escalate (locally). Don't really know why that's the case here, but when I lived in the midwest, specifically Kansas City metro, the guys that I shot with that were hard core self defense practitioners had no animosity. They acknowledged the differences and appreciated them for what they are. Ultimately it comes down to individuals. People go with what they "know" and make judgements without appreciating, not understanding, appreciating the differences. I try to just smile and agree that there are differences and everyone has their opinions. However, if they're still being a jerk, I remind them TGO won the first IDPA Nationals and was the first four gun master. Too, I remind them that IPSC shooters tend to do very, very well at "accuracy" matches like the Bianchi Cup, The Masters The Steel Challenge and The World Shoot-offs (I know speed is the governing factor on the last two, but it still requires a very high level of accurate shooting). Rich

Raider, Order your press in .45. The reason is that you can usually find .40 conversion kits, and dies on various classifieds. After that, pretty much what everyone else was saying. Get a .40 caliber conversion kit and a Quick Change Kit. This will cover you and make life much simpler. The conversion takes about 15-20 minutes. The bear on the 650 will be changing out the priming system. Otherwise, it's a snap. I also have a 1050, and believe me, it's much simpler on my 650. If you've never done a caliber conversion a good pick up is Dillon's 650 video. They load .38 Special and then switches to .30-06. It definitely gives you a great crash course in doing the conversion (if you can stay awake through the video) . Hope that helps. Rich

DD, On string 1, you fired an extra shot. One procedural. On string 3, you failed to satisfy the course description. Second procedural. The solution would have been as you and Flex stated, to fire a nothing round into the berm. It satisfies the string requirements, and by firing into the berm, you don't risk an extra hit penalty (potential third procedural). Rich

Hi Vince, Sorry for the error. I knew that and forgot in my moment of pet peeve zealous. Thanks, Rich

Mike, Call Briley Manufacturing. They're experts when it comes to all things shotgun. Plus with the large range of shotguns that they work on, they can address your concern over barrel wall thickness, probably instantly. Especially considering they offer an IPSC package on the Browning Gold. www.briley.com If you want someone to talk to, ask for Tom Michulka. Honest and to the point, so he'll tell you exactly what you need to know. Rich

Kimber Classic. It's cheap and very, very reliable. Plus it's a good platform for one to learn on as well as add on desirables as either needed, wanted or financially feasible. I picked one up for my father (going for the son of the millenium award) and he loves it. It became a little 'kit car' for him. First were simple mods: grips, screws, etc. Now, he's having me get more work done for him: checkering, polishing, sights, etc. It's a lot of fun that he has his own 1911 and when we go to the range now, we can plink with similar gear. Rich

Basically what everyone said. It's a personal pet peeve that it's done at all. Frankly if you're gun retention device (Jay W. word) can't hold the pistol throughout the day, someone probably needs to experience the splendor that is the holster test. However since most club matches take longer than they really should, taking the gun off doesn't bother me as much, IF you're doing stage work (i.e. RO'ing, taping, etc.). The caviot being, I would expect you to re-holster prior going to the line. There's usually a safe area nearby and you can do so when you're "in the hole". In general, if there's a pace, don't be the guy that slows it down. And like Eric said (get better buddy), don't expect the RO or other range staff to carry your stuff. Rich

I agree. The 200 yard zero is very nice. It appears that it's a great all around scope. I'm personally switching to it very soon. Just gotta get the coin together. Rich

Chico1911, Charlie Granger from Guntricks near Stockton has a pretty cool setup for his Mini-14. In particular is his mag release. Pretty darn cool. I know he's working on a better system for mounting the scope too. Do a search on the net or contact Valley Practical Shooters in Stockton, CA. Rich

KDJ, You have a couple of options. 1 - Buy a used open gun that's within the state of California and you can do a private party transfer. If it hasn't been done already, you will want to have a gunsmith weld/solder (spelling) the comp to the barrel. Without it, you are technically in violation of SB23 and are in posession of a non-registered assault weapon. Red Loc-Tite doesn't count. 2 - Buy an approved firearm from the "list" and then have it later customized by the gunsmith of choice. An idea would be to buy SVI's approved hi-cap .45 that's on the list and have the factory build you and alternate upper. 3 - Purchase a frame via private party transfer (which are still available but at a premium) and then have your gunsmith build it up. In all cases magazines are going to be an issue. However you resolve that is on you. As for receipts/paper trail on magazines. Magazines aren't registered and last time I checked, you were innocent until proven guilty. Do not worry about maintaining a paper trail on un-registerable items. Rich

Wildcats are a good choice for MOR if you don't mind the time for fire forming brass. Not seeing any major ballistic gains (that are at least worth the effort) I'm running with 260. Simplicity is bliss.

I think most Dillon customers are aware that Akrobins makes the bins. However, we support Dillon because of their contributions to the shooting sports and to the shooting community. As such, their efforts warrant my loyalty. A couple of extra pennies to support a company that supports my sports is worth it. Rich

Garrett, Got a report on the scope for you. It's great. The lenses and controls are awesome. With that, I'm going to sound a little hypocritcal here but, I'm switching it out for an ACOG. In trying some other things out and frankly just shooting more since I've been bit by the 3-gun bug, the field of view on my Sightron is a little restrictive...especially compared to an ACOG. Specifically, I'm going to go with a TA01 w/ JP's reticle. So, if you want the scope, check out Sightron's website and let me know if you're interested. I got it at dealer, and will make you a hell of a deal. SII 257x32SG. www.sightron.com Rich