Wild Gene

So, as far as 3 Gun Matches go, if you end up having to run one or the other, will there be enough difference in velocity to significantly affect sight in at distances under say 300 yards? I know there can be a lot of variation from brand to brand, but is it really all that significant when you are basically shooting a 55grain FMJ?

If you already have both, why don't you just try it?

Have you replaced the recoil spring?

I just voted for the non shiny one...

I'm no master shooter, but I have the long flat in my Millennium Custom gun. My biggest concern was with being able to get my finger in and out of the trigger guard. Luckily, my hands are big, my fingers are long and my fingers are fairly skinny. Will the long flat affect your finger movement in and out of the trigger? If it does, go with the short. I think there are a lot of factors that come into play, how thick your palms are, that sort of thing, in addition to what you supposedly "should have". I can't run an M&P without having the sights move. It doesn't matter what grips I use on that thing. My 1911/2011's don't do it, my Glocks don't do it, my CCW guns, nothing, but I, for reasons unknown, can not keep the sights from moving when I dry fire a dang M&P. Good luck, g

So, are you thinking .45? Or, .40?

Gard, EXACTLY!

What ever you do, don't say "it's me or the horse" unless you are already packed.

I was assuming a proper grip on the gun. Hand position is very important, I personally have my strong hand up high on the grip thumb forward, and my weak hand thumb rocking forward, pointing at the target, to the point that my extended trigger finger and off hand thumb are across the guns slide from each other. I don't have my elbows locked, I'm not really thinking about anything except holding on for the ride! Haha!!!! This is really important to help manage any recoil when you are shooting .45, along with good grip strength, but to get any kind of true trigger speed, I have to keep my strong hand somewhat relaxed. It is just what I have found to work for me. g

Have you pulled the extractor out and the firing pin and really cleaned them with a good brush and cleaner? Also clean out the channel for each? I put almost 500 rounds of .45 through my Supermatch last Saturday and the only issue I had was with one of the Kimber Mags (not very pleased with them at this point in general). After I was done, I stripped the gun and pulled the pin and extractor and was pretty surprised by how much crud was in there. I would also suggest your minimize the amount of lube you have in that area. I think clean it out very well, then soak it with something like SLP 2000 (basically it is almost a dry lube that will not attract dirt and other crud), let it sit, then wipe it out very well. It sounds like something is full enough of crud to function for a while with a basic cleaning but after a few more rounds you are getting enough build up to cause problems.

Don't they start their own time on 3Gun Nation? Anyway, the clock is not physically held by the competitor, they are just completing a task that is part of the stage, like picking up your gun or going through a door. Just putting some action in the stage. Not even a very physical task.

The weak hand is the most overlooked part of shooting. When I grip, I don't even think about my strong hand, I just make sure it is in position on the gun. I squeeze as hard as I can with my weak hand. Strong hand just runs the trigger. Same thing with the draw. I don't think about how quickly I can get my hand on the gun, it knows where everything is, I think about snapping my weak hand over to my right side to help get the gun up and help press out (which is when I "build" my grip) to break the shot. Even when I am using on of those grip strength trainers, I focus more on the left hand. I think the top shooters worry less about grip strength and more about just "letting it happen". I think their speed comes from eye speed and their ability to track their sights and follow their shots. I also think it is more of an economy of motion, the ability to multitask and always be doing multiple things at once (always moving, shooting, loading) and then their ability to fully visualize the stage in their head before they shoot and not think about what they are doing. Good luck.

I have had to have metal drilled out of my eyes more than once.. I don't like it.

I hate the Kimber mags. They are the only ones that will jam in my Super Match when I try to stuff 8 rounds in them. I use Wilson Tactical Elite 500's and have never had a problem. Same goes for my Super Carry Pro HD.

I have a Kimber Tactical Pro II 9mm and love it. It has the Bull barrel. it is like cheating. The weight makes you feel like you are shooting a .22

Put a trigger in the glock and you'll be set.

Keep in mind, the striker fired trigger is always going to have a different feel by the very nature of how it functions.

Not enough hash marks on the glass has been a common complaint, So, do you really use all the dots if you have all the mil dots when you are shooting in a match?

Have these dropped off the face of the earth? I have one, and am very happy with it, but have not seen much recently regarding this optic. I am very curious what people are saying after using this scope for a few months.

Thanks. I should clear this up, the LWRC comes as a free floating barrel, it is just covered with 1913 rail on all four sides rather than a smooth carbon type tube. In all actuality, I probably am not really going to gain much in weight reduction, as the quadrail is aluminum.

I do not know that much on the subject, so bear with me. Can I put any standard FFT on an LWRC M6 A3? It is a piston gun. It is very very accurate, but sort of heavy for 3Gun. If I can, which one would you suggest? Thank you!

There is a lot of information on this subject in this forum. Actually, until this post, I recall most people prefer black, myself included. I've actually taken the fiber optic off of everything I own, no regrets.

This goes back to the guy with one rifle saying. You have one gun, you can shoot it, and shoot it well. I am still having a little issue with the idea of covering my targets vs floating them a little, but went out and shot the best round of skeet I have ever had with my DT11 Sporting. I am enjoying it for Trap, Skeet, 5 Stand and Sporting. I have never honestly had a shotgun I have enjoyed so much. Happy the Blaser is working out for you. wg

I have a lesson set with Anthony this Sunday. I have been shooting a lot at M&M Hunting Preserve and really enjoy the laid back scene. Myself, I have lead issues and really hope he can help. Let us know how it goes! wg

After seeing Michael Bane's segment on Sporting Clays I thought Daniel Schindler may have a chance to actually beat something into my head. I bought and have been reading his books, am seriously considering a trip to FlatRock, NC for a few lessons, and hope to make it into any classes he is teaching in the PNW next spring/summer. I find it interesting that he feels it is very important to know the relationship between the target and the barrels. You are aware of the barrel and the target is in focus, you move your gun into your style/sight picture and pull the trigger. Everything is very methodical, the mechanics just happen, it is almost as if you are on the outside looking in, having everything come together, aware of everything but not really in control, it just happens...? Anyway, great reading. So basic is seems silly, but then we often complicate things that are simple. wg