Paul-the new guy
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I am loading MG 124jhp’s over 4.2 grains of N-320 using CCI 500 primers and I ran out of the MG’s I have a couple thousand precision delta 124’s think it would be cool to just swap the projectiles? Don’t have time to work up something new...
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2 hours ago, kurtm said:
Folks make WAY to big a thing.out of this. If it doesn't drop primers, and or it closes on factory ammo without sticking go shoot the sh#t out of it and have fun!
This!! At one time I had 3 uppers that I used the same bolt/BCG in. Worked like a champ.
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16" is a good choice. I rarely shoot my 18" rifle. Anything the 18 can do the 16 can do just as well
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On 3/2/2019 at 7:00 PM, AverageJoeShooting said:
Im having the same issue with a rifle i just built.
out of curiosity did you check the the disconnect spring?
I use drop in triggers. I didn't check any springs.
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6 hours ago, mpeltier said:
What buffer? Standard carbine?
Carbine length H2 buffer.
I swapped the trigger out for one out of another lower. It is a different brand trigger also. I put 60 rounds through it so far with zero issues but it isn't very dirty yet.
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5 minutes ago, MJinPA said:
Not sure about the elf tactical but their 3gun and match triggers have set screws that need to be cranked down pretty tight then locked in with the lock screws. From their FAQ....”Q: After installing my Elf Trigger I’m getting intermittent primer strikes that look like the firing pin is barely tapping the primer and will not ignite the round.
A: 99% of the time this issue is caused by incorrect installation. Whether anti-walk pins are used or not, the set screws on the inside of the trigger body must be firmly seated against your receiver floor. It is absolutely critical that these screws are seated firmly. Turn one side until it’s barely snug then tighten the other side and alternate so pressure is evenly distributed. We now include a steel floor plate to protect your receiver – optional in aluminum receivers but required for polymer.
Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkI went trough all of that. I used regular pins, I torqued the set screws like crazy with a T-Handle wrench. All of the rounds were suppressed so both times I took it out it was FILTHY. The first time it had some debris in it and I really thought that was the issue. ::shrug::
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On 2/24/2019 at 8:00 AM, mpeltier said:
Is the Vltor upper 300 BO? What trigger? What buffer weight? Have you verified headspace?
The .300 BO upper is Devil Dog and it came as a set with the lower. It has always run 100% but round count is 5-600 at most. 99% suppressed. Trigger is and older ELF Tactical and it has been in this lower since day 1. The Vltor upper is .223 it has had 2 barrels, the first one was a Faxon and it had the issue the new barrel that I just installed has a properly headspaced bolt. I just changed out the ELF trigger for an AR Gold that I pulled out of another rifle. I have only fired about 20 rounds but so far no issues. Seems weird that it could be the trigger
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I have a matched receiver set that I did a form 1 on and turned into a .300BO SBR. It has a drop in trigger. I have put 6-700 rounds through it and it has run fine. I put together another upper using a VLTOR upper and with that upper I get light strikes. I thought it was the trigger, I pulled it out and it had some debris in it but upon reassembly it is still acting up. Could the mismatch receiver set be the issue?
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We shot the classifier at a local club in Eustis FL a couple weeks ago. We did it with the tapped off targets at 25 yards. It seems to me that the key to this is shoot slowly enough to make sure you get your hits. I thought I would be right on the line between EX and MA based on shooting to course of fire quickly on steel targets on my back yard range. I ended up with a raw time of 52.35 and 2 points down for a final time of 54.35. I felt like I was going soooo sloooww but in this instance it paid off.
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Don’t mean to burst your bubble. Okeechobee is a long ride. I did shoot the FL state steel match out there. It’s a nice range. Oh and after shooting only 4-5 matches with PCC I made M lol
I miss all the old crew.
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10 hours ago, stick said:
I made GM in steel challenge in 6 months using them. The banners are only part of it. It also takes the mental preparation and the ability to see faster.
Not trying to discount that you are a GM but the truth is the bar was set very low.
Being senior world champion is a great goal. Perhaps train with rimfire rifle optics also. Less $$ for ammo and the movement is the same. My PCC length of pull is shorter than my rimfire so I am going to try and make them the same. I can put a lot more .22 down range for the price per thousand of 9mm
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Vortex has seemingly lost a lot of popularity. I was never impressed by them, I had 3 Razors, I still have a 3-18 on a bolt gun. I liked the Swaro and still use one you may be able to find one in your budget. They don't have the great warranty of the Vortex. I also liked the VX-6 I had 2 of them and the C3 had 1. I think any of these will serve you well.
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4 hours ago, tacomandood said:
.10 x 1000 = $100Ok ok so I suck at math!
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On 1/26/2019 at 9:53 PM, tacomandood said:
Uh, what? You can easily load .223/5.56 for $.10/rd less than you can buy even in bulk.
First I have to say $.10 per round is $10.00 per thousand... My time and energy is worth more than that and I load on an automated press... Rifle is a pain in the butt to load.
Now onto the OP's question. If you are not dealing with crimped primers or really high volumes there is no reason for the 1050. I have had a bunch of 650's and a couple of 1050's As long as you have a bullet feeder you can produce the same quality ammo at almost the same pace with the 650 as you can with the 1050. Prior to getting an automated press I would get a new 650 about once a year. I could sell the old press for very close to what I had paid for it about a year prior and get a brand new one for about 10-15% more which I would get back the following year... For me it made sense. I was loading about 2500 rounds per month +/- and the 650 is very easy to set up, use and change calibers. I now use my automated 1050 to load months worth of ammo at a time. When I moved, I shot for a year off my reserves without loading a single round... The 1050 is great but it isn't the end all be all. If you are loading anything with a crimped primer pocket 1050 is the way to go.
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2 hours ago, BillR1 said:
As I'm sure you're aware, your theoretical scenario is not what IDPA is about. From the rulebook...
"1.1 IDPA’s Fundamental Principles
Allowed equipment will meet the following criteria:
A. Concealable: All equipment (except flashlights) will be placed so that it is not visible while wearing a
concealment garment, with your arms extended to your sides, parallel to the ground.
A rifle on a table in front of you is not concealed carry self defense, but you knew that. To answer your question, I'd take the rifle if the targets were 10 yards away and I had equal access to both a rifle and a pistol. But again, that would be a rare occurrence in real life.
That is probably going to change in the new rule book...
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Flagler found the cure for all things IDPA score related. Randomized results??? Kind of like everyone gets a trophy! (this was some kind of glitch and this post is meant to be funny)
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10 minutes ago, BillR1 said:
This just makes sense.
To you.
They may very well have done it to generate more revenue. People may now have the option to shoot more than one division.
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Then every division and every class should be separate... this is a stupid argument. The match should be scored as one match and you can look at the scores however you want. It is the same match. Just stop getting butt hurt that a rifle is allowed in “your” match.
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But you don’t look at the unfiltered results so why should it matter
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since the CDP shooters are not competing against the ESP shooters why should the scores be listed together and on and on. It is the same match so the scores should be together. Maybe the seniors and super seniors and ladies and LEO and military should all be broken out into separate matches... I desire to compete against everyone and I desire to win. I don't want to see my name at the top of 10 shooters I want to see it at the top of 70 shooters. Many don't have that desire and I respect that but I and many others do. Many shoot for nothing other than they like it and I appreciate them and will happily run them. As I age I become less able to be at the top but I am not to the point yet of not trying to be there. I appreciate people that put in the time to be MD's and put matches together but I think some tend to think of it as "their" match and that simply isn't the case. My opinion is we need to draw in shooters and grow the shooting sports by being very inclusive. Many clubs tend to be cliquish. That said, I am not a MD nor do I want to be. One mans opinion...
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3 minutes ago, BillR1 said:
Rifle and pistol differences are a bit more than just a different division...Until such time that it becomes a required division for a Tier 1 match, we won't be including it. If that time comes, I can then get creative with the stages and match registration.
Thankfully A. I am not at your club and B. all shooters have the option to vote with their feet and wallet. The club I was shooting at already did the "creative" BS. I am fortunate to have several other options so I just shoot where ALL the division are welcome. I guess you are just one of the many butt hurt pistol shooters...
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9 minutes ago, BillR1 said:
Well then why not create a different match for every division? I think if a club has a problem with PCC they just need to get over it.
We can't all be Rowdy rock stars...
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Downloaded starts are silly, as are weird start positions. What I think evens the playing field is tight shooting positions with close targets. Throw in some hard cover and a guy trying to go fast can get tripped up. Put good PCC shooters on the same squad and as they race each other the PD's add up. Drawing to a 3-5 yard target from behind a barricade -vs- coming up from the muzzle on the barricade to the same target has to be about the same for better shooters. Small windows or shooting positions with close targets, wide transitions and no shoots mixed in I think slows down the PCC shooters also. The egdge will still go to PCC's for the most part.
I hope they don't change the rules up too much as they move forward. I broke some bones in my wrist and hand and arthritis moved in so I don't do as well with a pistol anymore. PCC has brought the fun back for me in all the disciplines not just IDPA
Switching bullets
in 9mm/38 Caliber
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Thanks, They do look the same. The HP looks different but that’s it.