Lewiston
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I like this idea, actually. There's something extra fun about beating a bunch of people with an old beater gun like that!
LOL! This is like the golfer who carries three clubs and tromps their buddies w/ $$$$ setups. The gentleman I'm thinking of only hit the course 2-3 times a year.
MCB
You're looking at some fun revos!
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Dear Koski , thank you for being the jerk that you are and making my USPSA jump more worth while. Cheers
dezz
USPSA has some super nice folks with a few bad apples thrown in the mix. If you are frustrated with rules written in legalese and allow comments like Koski's get under your skin you may be in for a rough ride.
RO class for USPSA takes 2 days rather than 1 for IDPA. Rulebook is just as complex. Questionable hits will be ruled using overlays rather than to the shooters benefit. Unlike IDPA, RO's have rulebooks and will back up their calls with it.
I'm not bad mouthing USPSA but simply pointing out the grass isn't always greener.
I hope it's what you looking for.
Safe shooting.
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packeagle
It's a wise precaution to use a recipe that has a bit more power than the minimum PF so you have a cushion at the chrono station.
A few years back at SS Nats a guy in my squad didn't make PF. We all felt for the guy but he was known for hugging the PF line.
I personally load my competition/practice ammo to match my +P defensive carry rounds. Not typical but it's just another day on the range when I practice with my EDC ammo.
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Perfect timing. I just loaded the last of my VV 3N37 and was able to get my hands on 5lbs of Titegroup.
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Don't the rules define what is full power in the required power factor? 105, 125, & 165?
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Power Factor defines the minimum power required for ammunition.
8.3.1. Ammunition Power
The goal is to compete with commonly available ammunition. The minimum power factors are:
8.3.1.1. SSP - 125
8.3.1.2. ESP - 125
8.3.1.3. CDP - 165
8.3.1.4. ESR - 165
8.3.1.5. SSR - 105
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GOF
You are correct, the rules allow it. I simply voiced my opinion. It's not worth getting into a debate over.
Safe shooting.
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I prefer IDPA after shooting USPSA for a few years. I tried doing both but then I ended up with a bunch of procedurals since I clearly don't have the mental capacity to remember the rules for the game I'm currently shooting. Now when I shoot USPSA I do it IDPA style and entertain the rest of my squad.
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Don't think that would fly at any match where you present ammo for chrono.
128 is way to low to CYA anyhow, load to 135, you will not feel the difference.
Rule 8.3 does not state that only one load may be used. It's no different than shooting a box of Winchester white box and a box of Speer Lawman during the same match. Anything not specifically disallowed is ok.
I imagine the rule will change if abused.
In the mean time I guess folks can take advantage of the different colored coated bullets:
Gold - barely meets PF
Red - steel stages
Green - dark houses
etc.
Doesn't seem right
That's just my humble opinion nothing more.
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I average 400-500 rounds an hour on my XL650 including case gauging w/ Shockbottle's 100 round case gauge
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VH64
Thanks for the info; I'll check it out. The various metal detector sites I've visited are very overwhelming with data overload. My purpose for this thread is to narrow the search. I'm surprised more shooters don't use them to recover their brass.
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You'll be that SS before you know it.
It's fun watching the more experienced shooters. Their ability to quickly glide through a stage comes from experience and practice.
Don't hesitate to ask the folks you're shooting with plenty of questions. As a whole everyone is glad and willing to help each other out.
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Nicely done!
I wouldn't get caught up in your classification but instead focus on safety, learning the game, and having fun.
The classification will come.
Spend some time searching this site and you will find a wealth of information on how to increase your skill- set including practice drills.
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I don't believe #3 will eventually happen as being part of the sport. I have heard this comment a number of times and it makes me wonder why someone would tell new shooters this. I have been shooting for 37 years and not once have I been disqualified or for that matter a number of my friends and acquaintances over the years have shot safe and responsible. Yes it can happen but I would not say that it will eventually happen.
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.
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Smarter minds than I associate with have spoken. It was just a 4 am question one night when I couldn't sleep which prolly explains a lot. Thx to all.
Glad to read this. Your initial post disturbed me due to all the really bad possible outcomes of drawing/holstering a 1911 w/ the thumb safety off.
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I didn't think they'd do anything. The gun is over 4 years old at this point.
It's in Glock's best interest to help you than have folks question their products reliability. Give them a call.
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VH64...
What detector do you use? What are good sites would you recommend to learn more?
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625 gets my vote.
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PhotoRecon
Will do. We must have a very similar setup.
Take care.
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I don't mind them. Folks know I shoot them and go out of their way to get my marked brass back to me.
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Ok, I've been playing around in IDPA for a few months now, mostly trying not to:
1. Shoot myself
2. Shoot anyone else
3. Get disqualified
4. Keep the rounds in the bullet trap or range trap (no floor, ceiling, or wall)
I've succeeded pretty well in those limited objectives so far.
It's good to have goals!
I'm sure you've been told that #3 will happen eventually.
Nature of the beast.
It sounds like someone goofed the score.
Down 8 is not possible with your description.
Club match or not, next time walk w/ the SO so you can ask/clarify before the target is taped. Others in your squad should have caught the error.
Safe shooting and have fun!
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When I've had trouble finding brass wherever its been thrown outside I found that if I worked on a big tarp laid out to catch the brass then I caught most and at last knew about where to look from their fall pattern on the tarp. Old bed spreads, tarps-anything that's not hazardous underfoot or gets in the way of ur fun.
Chuck
I don't know if the tarp will work since we generally shoot on the move but I'll give it a try.
I've been using the tarp method but a couple weeks ago looked into metal detectors and found a number of people using them with success. Sounds like there is some techniques and equipment issues to figure out but nevertheless they work.
I'd be very interested if you find out more.
Never thought of using one. I just pick up what I find.
As to the post about .22 LR casings, don't forget that you can scrap brass. I don't seek out .22 LR casings, but if they're around a case I'm picking up, I'll grab them. They go in the scrap bucket. Scrap brass is almost $2/lb.
We shoot very little .22lr so that shouldn't be an issue but what we do shoot I'll start picking up for scrap.
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We practice on the edge of an old alfalfa field that I mow very short and usually recover 75% of our brass - less for 9mm.
Short of laying down gravel I was wondering if a metal detector would work. I'm thinking the kids would have fun using it since they are our brass pickers - paid per piece of course.
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I prefer Talon's granular wraps. I tried the rubber grips but not enough grab.
The granular grips can be knocked down w/ sandpaper to your personal preference.
My carry guns have been sanded a bit more so they don't grab cover garments.
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Also one of my favorites
So, how fast do you really reload?
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I really liked the LNL AP but was having to stop every 200 rounds or so to address something (case not feeding, primer upside down, etc.) which completely broke my rhythm.
After six months of this I switched to the Dillon 650 I'm able to reload 1000 rounds with minimal interruption. I keep the first pin out in case I have to check a primer but as a whole very little is needed aside from placing the bullet and pulling the handle.
Reloading for me is a necessary chore to enable me to shoot more. Switching to the Dillon was the right move for me. It just works.