Wild Gene

Howdy, I know Jager parts are an OPTION for vanek kits, from the website, that is all I was saying, not that they all include the Jager Parts. I do have faith that Jager will make it right. Gene

Thanks, There is also an add in the upcomming FrontSight I noticed. Take care, Gene

I know this doesn't apply in your case, but I am in the process of having a Limited gun being built for me. I am going to have a 6" slide over the 5" because of the "over 40 eyes syndrome" becomming more and more apparent. I am doing this at the suggestion of a very accomplished buddy that also shoots USPSA matches. It is funny that one inch can make that much difference, but it certainly appears to be the case. I can not shoot an Aimpoint that well because while my vision is not that bad, I do have an uncorrected stigmatism, which causes me to see two tiny stacked dots rather than one crisp dot in the sight. Good Luck, Gene

Must be an "cryptic inside" thing there. Vanek includes Jager parts AS AN OPTION. I sure like my Jager captured guide rod in the glock (and my Glocktrigger.com trigger).

Missouri Bullet Company? Regardless, I have found leading has as much to do with the base of the bullet and lube than the hardness of a bullet. I did a lot of research for Desparado Cowboy Bullets. They actually have a very good FAQ on lead bullets (hey, I just glanced through MBC's, so do they). Their appproach is a very soft bullet, good lube a flat base. We shot thousands of those things. I never really cleaned my guns all that often either, maybe every couple matches, maybe not. Lead bullets just aren't as clean. You will have lube all the way out on the end of the muzzle. So do you really see leading, or could it be lube? It really seems hard to believe that you can be getting that much leading with only 20 rounds. Could you be expecting too much? I would agree with Bart and Zippy, maybe pushing them too hard, or improper size, I honestly have no knowledge of that particular load, but after 20 rounds? Wow! Something is going on. Gene

Hey, I was 44 when I had my first one. It was actually kind of a recon mission for another surgery the following week. They found a small polyp. Other than that it was all good. I did the Fleets Phospho Soda and then just sat around and waited for the bomb. Anyway, I am not gay or nothing, but actually sort of liked the procedure. I hadn't woke up so relaxed (MENTALLY!) in years. It is not a big deal. You really should have one if you haven't. There are too many men that die because they are too proud. Take care of yourself. Gene

Just got off the phone with Billy. I am sorry to say Jessie will not be shooting for Team "Wild Gene" this year. Other than that, I know nothing, and would never ask, nor would I want to know. It will be public when it is time. WG

Are there any USPSA Camps or classses for Jr. shooters? Actually a parent/Jr. camp would be a blast. USPSA has a section for Junior shooters, but the stuff on the web site is all a couple years old. Is there any new information or are they kind of letting the program go? I will ask USPSA also, but if anyone knows anything, I would be interested. Thanks, Gene

I wouldn't know where to start. They all involve guns, fireworks, gas, horses, motorcycles, a '69 Mustang or farm equipment. Add to that a very Italian childhood, it really is amazing I've lasted this long. I know that if you touch an aluminum sprinkler pipe to a powerline, it will burn holes in your boots. I know that an electrical outlet and knives do not mix. I know that if you pop a truck out of gear on a hill, it will go really fast. I know that if you open a spring loaded gate when your smartass little nephew is walking in front of it, he will fly the other direction and I will get grounded. I know that you always keep an extra key in the motorcycle so when the cops take your key to leave in the mail box you don't really have to push it all the way home. I know that if you stand too close to the gas, it will burn off your eyebrows. I know that if you do get caught driving over 100mph, what your parents do is way worse than what the cops do, and never drag race in front of the county courthouse. I know that you can bury a D8 up to the seat faster than you can un-bury it. I know that when you chain a truck to a fence, neither wins. I know that it is a long way down from the roof. I know that you can get a concussion if your head gets stuck between the sidewalk and a Hoppity-Hop. I know that a 16' load of onion bins will not fit under 14' gas station roof. I know that tractors will run over or smash or trap you if dad is driving. These are but a few "things I know", but I would never admit how I know them. gene

When you receive your policy, they should send you a letter telling you to read it. The policy should also usually be stamped, "This is your Policy, Please Read It". If you did not get either of these, or a complete copy of your policy, or an explaination by the Agent, or something, then ask him about his "E&O" policy. After he messes his drawers, he will figure out a way to help you. Either that or get very defensive. If you are not able to get some sort of satisfaction from your agent, ask him for the number of the State's Insurance Comissioner, that usually gets their attention too, (or really pisses them off, in which case you may want to find a new agent). Saddest of all is that another post here mentioned that all this started in Lake Wales about three years ago, following the matches, and it is still happening. Also sad is that someone is buying these guns. Plus you feel like you've been personally violated. It is just a bad deal all the way around. What was taken is not replaceable to you, and almost meaningless to someone else. It is senseless... I really feel for you. Gene

PM me your name and address and I will give you a new, unopened copy of "Building the Ultimate Glock", if you want. I haven't seen it, but have another from AGI that probably covers about the same things, so have been waiting for the chance to help someone with young shooters in the house. I have a 13 year old. Later, WG

Are you just starting? How old are the boys? Sights are great, then the $.25 trigger job or a trigger kit (many have springs and connector included). Make sure they know which model you have. Skip the extended slide lock lever.

I'd say more like BOTH BARRELS! You are gonna love it. You will pay for the equipment in no time. WG

I got a safe full of "keepers" and several "why'd I get rid of that's", not to mention a few "what the hell was I thinking's".... WG

This is one of those times you need to stick Miculek in the trunk with two 625's one loaded with blanks, the other with birdshot! Trunk Monkey ain't got nut'in on Jerry. Seriously though, prevention is #1, but I think, anyone interested in shooting sports should be an NRA member, so you can cover it there. USPSA could do the same, selling an IM policy specifically scheduling your guns through a General Agency, but to get good coverage, the guns should be specifically scheduled, not just a given ammount for a general unspecified firearm. A blanket type policy for USPSA could lead to all kinds of headaches. I could set something up in a matter of hours, and I have not been in the business for several years, but the administration could be a nightmare. Gene

OH YEA.....Did anyone read the first one, then see the movie, then wonder how they could possibly be the same story? (Shooter/Point of Impact) Gene

I read it, really liked it, it was my first Bob Lee Swagger book, now have all read all the other Bob Lee books. (please see profile, easily gets obsessed by books etc.) I also read Master Sniper (bought it by accident), and am going to do the rest of his books after I finish Burkett and Benos' books. Gene

Gene, I've read every post in this topic, and they (all the posters) seem to have it all summed up. What bothers me is the sense I get that you feel that this has happened or will happen everytime you shoot a match. Mistakes happen, no one is picking on you, it was probably just a typo. Has this happened before? I mean, is there a pattern? If not, then do as the guys suggest, walk with the RO when he (she) scores your targets, take notes, go over your scorecard before you sign it, and check it on the website. And, if you started shooting a 40 instead of the 9, maybe they'd stop handicapping you! Grumpy, I have a plan when I go to the line. The buzzer goes off, and pretty soon I am standing at the end of the stage. I am not 100% sure what has just happened if all went well. If I had problems, I may recall them, but I really don't think about what is going on when I shoot, I just shoot. The only thing that really sticks in my mind is how the stage went/felt. If it went well, or was a disaster, or something in between. I may have thought a stage went pretty well, but then I go home, and check my scores and when something pops up then I wonder what or why. I am new to this game, and have only shot a few matches. There is so much going into my brain (rules, scoring, stages, different equipment), that I need a way or system to help me keep it all straight. Once I get the hang of things, I am sure it will not be such an issue. It is like a new job, I know how to work, but the boss may want it done a certain way, so I need to learn his way. What I want to know is what other people do special to keep track of their matches and progress, if they do anything at all. I am going to start a match and practice journal and just make a note in it after practice and stages of any interesting observations, scores, times, that sort of thing. I am not insinuating(sp) that anyone is doing this to me or there is a conspiracy toward me (just my 9mm). I must admit, I may have worded the initial post poorly, but it did make for a very informative and helpful, for me, discussion. Like I have said many times, I am shooting at some great clubs, with a lot of great people. I would add guys like you that care to the list of people I would like to be able to shoot with someday (but have to admit, I would dump all of you in a heartbeat to get to shoot with the Abbate's ). As far as the 9mm goes, I should have a .40 arrive anyday now. I figure I can have a no hit with a .40 as well as a 9mm, plus all the guys I have been shooting with all shoot .40's Limited, so that's what I am going to do. That and I am tired of getting a 10 point penalty just for shooting the 9mm. Now, PLEASE, could you send me a postcard with your's, Doc's, Sleepy's, Dopey's, Happy's, Bashful's and Sneezie's autograph? Plus a signed picture of Snow White? She's a babe! Your Pal, WG

I had an RB, aluminium and wish I still did. It was called the River Barron, I believe. Although the AL. boats can be a bit noisy, I just do not like the feel the glass boats have in the water. I would look at the Willey Boat units. Very well made, and they handle good in the water. I sold it when I bought a jet boat, but wish I would have kept it. Another option are the inflatables. I have an NRS 16' Rivercat. The best part about it is that if I am not in the water, it is rolled up on a shelf in the shop instead of taking up a lot of room somewhere. I have a full frame for it. It is easier to get into tight spots than the drift boat was, and doesn't require a trailer to haul around. I can run it on any river I want, from The Salmon to the Snake (Hell's Canyon), to the Deschutes and the John Day. They both have their pro's and con's, and honestly, I am not sure which way I would go if I had it to do all over again. The drift boat is very easy to get on the road and into the water (you never have to blow it up), but it can really be the pits if you can't get the trailer right next to the water. They take a little more water than the cataraft. What time of the year do you plan on using the boat? What kind of water? Get a good anchor system. One you can release instantly, even with your hands full, but one that a passanger can help you pull in. I think the fancy rowing seat is over rated on a drift boat. The Rope seat is fine, IMHO. Make sure there are knee locks for whomever is up front so they can stand and cast. Built in cup holders are a must. Make sure you get all the built in box storage you can, like under the front seats, and the dry deck. For the passangers, removeable backrests at a minimum, and throwable seat cushions work fine. I guess I would really suggest you get any option you think you may want in the future, if it can't be bolted on later, now. You can do bolt on stuff anytime. Not much help, was I... Good luck, Gene

If I had it to do all over again, I would really consider the KLR. They are a little heavy, but any 650 is going to be over a 200-250 Dual Sport bike. I spend most of my time in cow pastures and in the mountains, so have a 250 Dual Sport. I also think the Triumph Scrambler is WAY COOL! The KLR is a great bike. Heavy enough to feel safe cruising down the road, but you can still hit the sticks. Good suspension, but nothing like a motocross bike. Good Luck.

Interesting! Whatever she does, she will succede at. I wish her luck, and admittedly sent Billy an offer to have her shoot on team "Wild Gene". I think the most interesting part of the conversation is what "team shooters" do for their sponsors. I think as much as anything, they reaffirm a purchase of a product, in addition to more sales. People look at someone like Jessie shooting a particular weapon and say "hey, I can do that with mine too", or "that looks like fun, what is she shooting?". People like Jessie have both ability AND personality. She is also able to bring in a Hugh potential market for anyone, female shooters. She will be a great catch for any manufacturer or builder she shoots for, if she chooses to continue shooting in her current capacity. I think it will REALLY be interesting to see how she does when she is no longer handicapped by the Glock (It's a JOKE). Good Luck Jessie! WG

"and it's not about a confidence in the scoring - but a way of looking at progress." Aztecdriver, EXACTLY! Basically, I guess I need to start a range diary. I will search that specifically. Thank you.

Sorry, Gene. I didn't mean to misread. I was just saying "IF". No offense meant. You're right about the written word coming across differently than we'd understand in person. ABSOLUTELY NO OFFENSE TAKEN! NONE INTENDED, and I sincerely apologize if anyone took offense to how I came across too... This has been a very good discussion. There are aspects of the game you just can't get unless you are able to ask someone that knows. That is the value of these boards. That's why I donated to the forum. Thank you, wg

Regarding point 1, WOW, I had no idea. That is really interesting. On the second point, so if I could see my score sheet now, and for some unknown reason I "miss-remembered", well then, I guess I would really look like the "ass" bdpaz was talking about earlier, now wouldn't I. It would be way easier to look at my own records and say "well I'll be damned, I guess I was wrong". The interesting thing I seem to be finding out here is that people do not keep personal records of their stage scores at matches. Is that a correct assumption? I also realize just how critical it is to really check your score card when you sign it. On the final point, yes, this is a GREAT sport. The classification system is very ingenious, and the rules are very concise for the most part. I am really hooked and loving it. The clubs have been great, and the shooters at the range and here have been awesome. Thanks again, WG

Hey, no one is accusing anyone of any impropriety, you are reading more into it. I believe I've said that more than one time prior to this post. I just asked what you guys do to keep track of your scores at a match, and if there is something about being scored minor that I am not aware of. I also don't think of anyone as being an ass, not yet anyway. That is the problem with these boards, you can not always get a sense of the tone of a conversation. I shoot with some really great people, at a couple great ranges, and I appreciate what they do. They have all been very helpful. Take care and thanks again, Gene