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I had the same problem over the last few months with accuracy getting bad. I tried factory ammo and still the same. Did some research and read somewhere that Glock has had some problems with the locking block. This caused inconsistent lock up which results in bad accuracy. I have not followed up with glock as of yet. I tried a friends STI Edge and what a difference. Actually hit what I was shooting at. Bought one from Dawson. The first match with it and only 50 rounds of practice, I made a huge jump up the combined overalls, won one stage in my class, and had highest points on 5 of 6 stages. Still don't know what's wrong with the Glock, but I do know it was not me. Do a search for the locking block. That could be the problem.

Steve, when I started shooting many years ago, that is exactly what I had to do. No matter what I tried in was always low left about 4 inches at 15 yards. After a few months I noticed I was starting to shoot high right, and finally got to the point I could where I could set the sights correctly. Never did figure out what I was doing but think I finally corrected a flinch and trigger jerk anticipating the recoil.

Welcome to the forum. GO VOLS!

I think it comes down to personal preference. I started out using a Safariland holster and Open pistol. Never a problem with a dropped gun and always felt secure using it. Because of that I now use Safariland 014 for open and limited. I did try a Ghost Holster and had 2 dropped guns and never felt secure using it. To answer your question, the holster will not make enough of a difference as far as time. There are plenty of places on a stage where you can save more time for no cost. 1. Use what you feel comfortable and secure using first. 2. You can get a very good draw with any holster if you practice. 3. When you get to the point you want to try something different ask someone to let you try theirs. 4. Realize a holster will not make you a better shooter, it is just part of the gear required to shoot.

Thanks for the tip. Will do that before the next match.

I finally got to put about 100 rounds down range for practice and setting the sights. The accuracy of the pistol out of the box was very surprising, very good. The hand fit is perfect for me. I have found nothing that needs any attention or even anything I would change. Looking at cost versus quality of parts, build, and shooting I really do not think anything can beat it. Yes that is only my opinion. Shot my first match with it last weekend. It was the best Limited match I've shot in a long time. Absolutely no problems, no FTF, FTE, 100% performance. I actually had fun at this match. I used 3 new STI magazines that were stock. Again complete 100% performance. I can't wait for the next match!

A happy day, congrats

Thanks guys for the help. Got an email from Billy and it is a 8-32x1/4.

Thanks.

Got a new Jager guide rod for a Gen 4 G35 with a 15 lb spring. It worked really well as far as reducing the felt recoil. problem is in my haste to try it on the range I forgot to use lock tight on the hex screw and at the next match lost it. Does anyone know what size it is so I can get a replacement?

I was very happy with the price and no shipping charge. Go to Dawson Facebook for special pricing.

I picked up my new Dawson CRP Edge yesterday. My initial impressions were very good. The pistol comes with additional parts installed by DP. Mag release and Lo Pro Button Ice Magwell Front Sight, FO .100 wide EZ Off Baseplate The slide frame fit is very good with no movement. I decided on the blue finish since a new coating is planned in the future. The trigger has a very small amount of take up and over travel. The break is very clean. The mag release button is perfect for me and requires no grip shift. As always the Dawson Precision customer service and pricing is excellent. I will follow up when I get to put some rounds down range.

Welcome!

Welcome, Columbia as in South Carolina or South America?

Welcome, what part of TN?

I used 350 when I was shooting a Glock 17L in Limited Minor. It was was very reliable with consistent FPS. The load was mixed brass, Win SP primers and 124 HP. The powder load was between 5.6 and 5.8 grains for a PF of around 132. When I go back to 9mm I will use this load again. If I can find 350.

I installed the fiber optic rear adjustable from Dawson. I started with a F.O. Front and adjustable solid rear. The front worked great but due to having bad up close vision the rear notch was very out of focus. Ordered the F.O. Adjustable rear in the hopes I could get a better sight picture. It works much better and made a big difference. Although with my eyes I sometimes see 2 or 3 rows of F.O. At least all the little dots stay consistent and I can now get a sight picture I can rely on.

A blast from the past! Glad he's back and hope he stays awhile.

I have used these at the last 2 matches and do very good out of my G35. Found them on sale in 100 round boxes for $36.00. Considering I like Winchester brass and pick up at the matches it's not a bad deal.

Thomas H, looks like we have beat this dead horse enough here. If you want to continue the discussion lets take it to PM.

Dear Thomas H, Yes i am a new RO, and no I do not run matches. I rarely RO due to the fact that I am returning after a lengthy absence from USPSA and am myself trying to get back to where i was years ago. As in reading the rule book many times to get it in memory. Sounds like I really put a burr under your saddle. Too bad! This is what I call a situation were we have to agee to disagree. You win, you are the best, you know everything, you are the HIGH and MIGHTY USPSA shooter. I hope you can understand this.....there are places where the sun dont shine! Regards,

Fireant, Who said anything on the 180. Keep the discussion on the topic. We can bring up thousands of what ifs.

No one is advocating disregard for the rules. Merely correcting a situation before the buzzer in the hopes of teaching a new guy at his first match. Have you never seen the RO correct a situation before the buzzer. I have, and it has been me a few times that was corrected, forgot my ears, forgot my glasses.. It was greatly appreciated and I learned from it. As most of us here i have had my DQ for an AD, not a problem.If you would rather DQ the guy first time up then do so, that would be the call by the rules. If I were in the situation I would correct the situation because I let it happen as the RO. Actually, you are advocating disregarding the rules. You just said the call by the rules is a DQ, but you would not do that. Hence, disregard. If you think new shooters, however you define that, should have a different set of safety rules, you should contact headquarters and see if we can get a change to the rulebook. Until then, we don't get to decide what rules we like. No one is advocating disregard for the rules. Merely correcting a situation before the buzzer in the hopes of teaching a new guy at his first match. Have you never seen the RO correct a situation before the buzzer. I have, and it has been me a few times that was corrected, forgot my ears, forgot my glasses.. It was greatly appreciated and I learned from it. As most of us here i have had my DQ for an AD, not a problem.If you would rather DQ the guy first time up then do so, that would be the call by the rules. If I were in the situation I would correct the situation because I let it happen as the RO. Actually, you are advocating disregarding the rules. You just said the call by the rules is a DQ, but you would not do that. Hence, disregard. If you think new shooters, however you define that, should have a different set of safety rules, you should contact headquarters and see if we can get a change to the rulebook. Until then, we don't get to decide what rules we like. A new shooter comes to the line and is given make ready. I as RO observe the gun safety is not engaged. I fix the situation with explanation and the guys shoots. Thats the way I will do it. Observe your next match and make it a point to see as many infractions as possible. My example would be rule 10.5.6 with a legal belt holster and the shooter breaks the 3 foot rule while holstering a loaded firearm. Seen it many times but never seen a DQ given. Doesn't make it right but it happens.

I respectfully disagree. Chris I do understand your view. I have competed in many different sports and learning the rules is a continual process. You may be the exception with regard to USPSA rule book and I think that admirable, but it is the exception. Look at your own club and think about it. Do all the shooters at your club know the rule book completely? Strawman. There is a significantly difference between knowing the basic rules of a sport, and knowing the rulebook completely. And like every other sport out there, competitors are expected to know the basic rules, in particular the basic safety rules, when they come to compete. If someone doesn't know the safety rules, that doesn't mean we ignore the safety rules. (If someone doesn't know the scoring rules, we don't change them, do we? So we don't hurt their feelings?) Right, because the given information is enough for you to know that no help was given, that they were jerk wads, and acting all high and mighty. Oh wait, you have no information regarding that at all. I'm all for safety briefings (for example, we have safety/new shooter briefings at my club prior to every match), and giving help to new shooters. This doesn't change the fact that we apply the safety rules correctly. Regarding the other stuff you said: Well, if you look at the latest membership report, we are. You know, if you actually pay attention to statistics. Sounds like you need to shoot at a different club. Or start a movement to be more helpful to new folks at your club. So, do you do this? Do you run new shooter briefings? Offer seminars in how to shoot USPSA competition? Put together a committee to welcome new shooters, and keep them coming back? All of those are good, useful, helpful things. So---are you complaining, or are you doing it? Ignoring the safety rules isn't a good plan. Gun handling is the responsibility of the shooter. Period. Plus, I can think of numerous cases in which a shooter has performed a sequences of actions in such a fashion that stopping them in the middle simply wasn't going to happen, due to a combination of timing and position. I certainly agree with you that most new shooters need help, and more help and information should be given to them. This, however, is a completely separate issue from whether or not we are going to enforce the safety rules in the middle of a match. You want to ignore safety violations? Go ahead. But please post that in your match announcements so that the rest of us will know. (If your response to that was "but less people will come to our matches" the answer is "well duh"--no one wants to go to a match where the people won't be acting in a safe fashion.) 1. Just going on info provided. 2. I have read the latest post from USPSA. If you think the growth is acceptable fine. I personally hoped for much greater growth which would increase the pull of USPSA in the shooting community. 3. I was not referring to my club but my experience over 18 years. I been to many different clubs over the years but have been fortunate to have an excellent local club that is in the process of gowing. 4. I did think about that after my first post. I do help new guys when I can by going over the basics as they shoot each stage of the first match. This is not in an offical club position but after your comment i will take it to heart. So yes i quess i am just complaining. Thanks to your comment I will contact my MD and volunteer to do this. 5. Was it his fault or the RO for allowing an unsafe act and not calling it to the shooters attention before going in the holster? 6. Please do not take this personal but merely as an example but your attitude is exactly what I was refering to about high and mighty shooters. Nothing personal.

No one is advocating disregard for the rules. Merely correcting a situation before the buzzer in the hopes of teaching a new guy at his first match. Have you never seen the RO correct a situation before the buzzer. I have, and it has been me a few times that was corrected, forgot my ears, forgot my glasses.. It was greatly appreciated and I learned from it. As most of us here i have had my DQ for an AD, not a problem. If you would rather DQ the guy first time up then do so, that would be the call by the rules. If I were in the situation I would correct the situation because I let it happen as the RO.