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I bought Grams followers and TTI +5 base pads. I have a hell of a time getting 22-23 rounds in my mags for CO. I reached out to both Grams and TTI for help/recommendations and they both pointed fingers to the other. I wasn't asking for any kind of refund, just recommendations or help. Never again, no matter the cost I will give another company my money.
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I’ve had one for years and use it in Single Stack division. I love it and was bummed out when I learned it was no longer made. I wish I had a second one in 1911 for CCW. I can’t speak for current Blade Tech quality but without the Black Ice they’ve lost my business to RHT for USPSA anyway.
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I just received my Trijicon SRO and wondering what is the purpose of the hole through the side of it? It runs completely through just behind the adjustment buttons and alongside the windage screw.
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I have noticed the Springer plate puts the SRO to the rear of the slide, well away from the ejector port. The CHPWS plate puts the SRO much closer to the port, almost as if you did not have a plate. I myself have decided to go with a plate regardless of the hole pattern in my slide accepting the SRO.
My question is this. Which plate puts the SRO in a better position for CO division based on tracking the dot. Does it even matter that much? I get that the further back it sits, the less chance of interfering with ejection and debris on the lens. Am I overthinking it? I do not plan on running mine with iron sights so the dovetail on the CHPWS would be lost on me.
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21 minutes ago, Boomstick303 said:
From previous posts in the thread it looks like that slide is machined to accept the SRO...
Something I mentioned before in this thread, is that if that optic does not fit snug in the cutout only the screws used to mount the optic are taking the brunt of the shearing force as the slide reciprocates. Every adapter plate I have used has tabs that index the optic and share that shearing force with the screws. Something to keep in mind.
Thank you for clarifying!
I feel the the same way about the optic not fitting snug. I will definitely be getting an adapter plate for mine!
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On 5/6/2020 at 1:53 PM, alien_pickles said:
I can't speak to when this was manufactured since I purchased it second-hand, but it arrived today and has all these holes. So... I'm guessing they are now compatible with more stuff?
So a Trijicon SRO should mount direct to this slide without the need for an adapter plate? (I have the same hole pattern. MFG date 27 February 2020)
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Just had a co-worker test positive over the weekend. My desk is adjacent to said co-worker. Myself, two other grunts, Supervisor, Dept. Manager, GM of branch are all on forced quarantine working from home for at least one week. Infected co-worker was last at work 13 days ago when they left to work from home out of precaution.
I'm not too concerned...
May end up getting paid to dry fire and get some loading done!
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No need for them in my opinion. If anything, I have a piece of leather cut to fit against the firing pin stop, complete with bevel for the hammer to follow while racking the slide. The idea is it cushions the hammer from peening the end of the firing pin.
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12 hours ago, shred said:
Match moved to Sept.
This is too bad and I know not an easy decision for anyone, especially the organizers.
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50 minutes ago, Bad_Karma said:
I’ll give that a try. I was thinking that cutting might make the belt slimmer. Not sure it really matters though
I have always done velcro on the back of my magpouches and holster. Has stayed on for years! This is the first time for me trying the C Bak mounts.
I don't know how cutting the back to simulate a C Bak mount would be any slimmer on the belt as you would still have the top and bottom of the "C" wrapping around the belt.
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5 hours ago, Jeff_Alan said:
I got some large body washers from Home Depot and they work good . The toothpick looking slide between the belt ( top side ) and the pouch to help keep them in place.
Thank you so much! Now that I see it I have to wonder why I did not think of it myself! I'll pick up some washers or make my own and see what thickness works best. So then does the set screw in the C Bac mount get tightened down to the "toothpick" shim?
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Need some help please. I just received my CR Versa pouches to be used for my Sig P320 X5 Legion in CO division. Which mag insert is supposed to be the correct one? The #2/large/Berretta/CZ mag insert will hold the mag IF I adjust the tension all the way out, but releases very hard. If I put in the medium insert ( the one that comes pre-installed) then I need to tighten the tension all the way in and it still doesn't hold the mag securely.
Also, there is a piece that I guess you could say looks like a Swiss Army knife toothpick. It is 1/4" wide x 1-3/4" long with a 1/4" x 1/4" square block on one end. What is this for? It is not listed in the mag pouch instructions nor in the parts diagram.
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I have tried to find the answer but not having much luck.
Will the TTI +5 base pads on 17 round P320 X5 Legion mags fit the 140mm USPSA gauge?
I realize the mag tubes themselves could vary, causing the OAL to exceed 140mm BUT what is everyone else's experience?
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Another vote for a separate CO forum. I am just getting into CO after shooting SS since before we had different divisions. It would be nice to locate all info under one heading.
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On 2/24/2020 at 11:29 AM, Lowsc3 said:
The grams will allow 1 more round. so 18 with just the kit, or 23 with kit and pads. I have the 21 rounders with springer and grams. At first the 23rd round was not re loadable until they set in. I usually just load 22 so they are easy enough to reload and I don't need to be forcefull, besides 1 more round won't make a huge difference IMO count the shots and better stage planning. I do wish i had bought the TTI pads because the springer uses a wonky 0.5mm hex and its easy to strip.
So it sounds like you are using the +5 TTI base pads along with the Grams kit to get 23 rounds. Is the +5 TTI pad good-to-go in Carry Optics (is not longer than 140mm), OR do I need to get the +2 pad to stay CO legal for magazine length?
On 2/24/2020 at 5:15 PM, OPENB said:Get the TTI bases. Keep the stock spring & follower. I get 23 in mine. Cheaper than replacing everything, and no tiny hex screw to strip or loose.
Same question for Carry Optics. Is the +5 TTI base pad legal for Carry Optics to keep the magazine under 140mm OR do I need to stick with +2 base pads? (assuming I am using SIG factory 17 round mags).
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59 ounces!?! Can we use slings or mono-pods?!?
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How many magazines do you typically carry on your belt in CO? Shooting in Single Stack I would have 5 mags on my belt, plus my Barney mag in back pocket.
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Thanks everyone for all the great help!
Are y’all using the same magazine set up for all of your gaming magazines? I’ve noticed some people say they keep a standard factory magazine for classifiers but then have your 21, 22, or 23 rounders for the rest of the match.
How many mags are you carrying on your competition belt?
I just heard from my LGS. They are telling me their distributors show the 320 X5 Legion as “unavailable”. Anyone else experiencing this? I’d really rather not patronize another store (and certainly NOT the big chain stores) as he does so much for the local community as well as the 2A in general.
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I took cheap plastic grips, sanded off the checkering and put on skateboard tape for my USPSA gun. First pair lasted about 10 years before they finally cracked. Second pair has been on for the past 5-6 years now.
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I have been shooting Single Stack since before it was a separate division. I am now wanting to try CO division and want to see what everyone else is using. I have it narrowed down to a Sig P320 X5 Legion topped with a Trijicon SRO optic stuffed into a RHT holster. How am I doing so far? What magazine is everyone using? I am only finding Sig branded mags, are there aftermarket ones worth considering? What springs, followers, and base pads? What mag pouches are you using and how many? I've seen and read the 2019 USPSA Equipment survey but wanted to find out what the rank and file were using. Photos if you can!
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I have been shooting Single Stack since before it was a separate division. I am now wanting to try CO division and want to see what everyone else is using. I have it narrowed down to a Sig P320 X5 Legion topped with a Trijicon SRO optic stuffed into a RHT holster. How am I doing so far? What magazine is everyone using? I am only finding Sig branded mags, are there aftermarket ones worth considering? Grams Springs and followers? Base pads? What about mag pouches? I've seen and read the 2019 USPSA Equipment survey but wanted to find out what the rank and file were using. Photos if you can!
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1 hour ago, ClangClang said:
The 21 rd mags from Sig are mostly non-legal for USPSA because they are slightly longer than the 141.25mm limit in Limited and Carry Optics. You will need a mag gauge to check yours. The basepads are slightly too thick and need to be sanded down to fit the gauge.
You can get 23 rounds in them if you replace the spring and follower with the kit from Grams Engineering and replace the basepad with either Springer or Taran Tactical +2 pads. They are thinner than the stock basepads, even though they add capacity.
As I understand it Sig sends (3) 17 round magazines with the P320 X5 Legion. Do I need the Grams guts PLUS the basepads from either TTI or Springer to get to 23 rounds? How many rounds can you get in the factory Sig mags with just the basepads? How many rounds with just the Grams kit?
Sorry, newbie here regarding CO. Been shooting Single Stack since before it was a separate division and thinking about a move......
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Can any of y'all post photos of your DIY's? Can the silicone carbide be found in colors?
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Thanks for all the great info. I shipped my ammo to Frostproof using UPS. My name and USPSA NATIONALS written on ALL sides, 3 ORMD labels and wrapped in 3 different colors of duct tape. Made it so easy to find my ammo without having to dig through the entire conex container. Packed tight with styrofoam and bubble wrap. Ammo was packaged in Dillon 100rnd boxes. The packaging was in good enough shape that I could’ve used it for return shipping but instead packed the remaining ammo in my checked baggage.
I did find a UPS Store in Lake Wales that told me I could ship through them (rather than finding a true UPS location).
Hard Chrome Mags in USPSA CO Division
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Is hard chrome for magazines a thing anymore? I’d like to have this or some other durable coating done to my Sig magazines. I’m wondering if the mags, if already close to 140mm, would still fit The Gauge.
Any suggestions or issues with doing so?