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I have been shooting and loading for a Glock 35 and been very satisfied with the performance. But, I decided to convert to an Open gun. I have read the forum and got all of the right parts. I am just waiting for a KKM barrel. In the mean time I thought I would ask the question. Should I notice any kind of significant drop in pressure using a Compensated gun vs a non compensated gun when I chronograph? I have never shot an open gun, and this gun maybe the start of a new division for me. I realize this is a basic question that I will find out as soon as I get the new barrel but I thought I would get some response from you guys, while I was waiting. thanks for your imput.

Let me clarify things, I have shot A classifiers and at the matches I am averaging 58%. They say I am Classified A. That's ok, I won't dispute them I"m to old to be real competition for the youngsters but I am have a real ball just shooting this game. You guys should consider yourselves lucky that I wasn't 20 years younger. Just kidding. I love this forum.

I thinking about playing around with an open gun. I shoot production and Limited and I am having a great time. Open would be something just to do different. I have a Glock 34, so before I get the KKM barrel with a compensator I was thinking about a ported barrel, I have not shot either. thanks

OK! I have a problem. I have shot pistols for plinking only for the past 1-1/2 year. Buck Mark 22, was the gun I was using. A friend talked my wife into buying me a Glock 34 for Christmas this year, and he took me to my first USPSA shoot in late January. I live in Florida so we do not have the cold problem. I shot the match, it had 2 classifiers, then I shot another match the following week it had 2 classifiers, and that has been the way it has gone for the past 3 months, 9 USPSA shoots all together. I finally got my USPSA card and under Production it said Class A. I do practice at the range 4 nights a week and dry fire 2 nights. I got me some really good training tapes and took a few lessons. My question is when does the bubble burst? What would be the best way to handle it? Confused and Waiting!!!!!

I have a glock 35 and a glock 34. I was thinking about buying a KKM drop in 9mm barrel for the glock 35. Are there any downsides to doing this. It would just be a easy backup for my Production Gun. Would this be legal in USPSA Production division. I also have a STI Eagle 6" 40 cal, for limited / L10 - I am using the 35 for my back up gun there. thanks.

Thanks, ya, your right i don't think i want to shoot that glock with the 40mm barrel. i wrote this to early this morning, i was in hurry to load the truck up and get to the range which i haven't done yet.

That is exactly what I was looking for. I kinda thought that was the problem but I new at this game just couldn't put my finger on it. I'm going over to the range this weekend, and get the formula right. Thanks..

Just need opion. I just bought some 40mm lead bullets, can I use them safely in the Glock. thanks.

I have a Glock 34 with fiber optic front sight and fiber optic rear sights. I have tried to zero in the gun but I am having trouble with the elevation adjustment. I can adjust left or right but I have maxed out the elevation adjustment. I still shoot 1" high at 10 yards, the group is very consistant, all the shots are touching each other. I would just like to be zeroed in at that distance and then when shooting I can control the elevation. I certainly can use opinions. thanks

That's what I like about this forum. The willingness of other shooters to share their information. Thanks for all the help guys, I will use your information and as stated will work up the loads very carefully. Good shooting out there and be safe. If you guys ever get down to Frostproof Florida and see a Super Senior 6'-4 and 325 lbs. stop by and say hey, it's me.

Does anyone shoot a Kimber in Single Stack Competition? I have had this gun a while and was wondering (since I am new to the USPSA competition arena) if this gun was good for this competition.

I have been reading a lot about the different guns in this forum. I have a Kimber Gold Medal 45 acp. But, I have not found any information on using the Kimber. Have I been just missing something or doesn't anybody use them in competition? I currently use a Glock 34 in production but since I have the Kimber I was going to shoot Single Stack just for fun. Any information would be appreciated. thanks

THANKS FOR THE QUICK RESPONSE. I PLANNED ON GOING TO THE RANGE THIS MORNING. I WILL LOAD SOME UP.

I have looked all through this forum, and I have seen a lot of formulas. But I need a specific suggestion on how to load 115 fmj major. Gun: Glock 34 kkm barrel, jaeger compensator bullet: montana gold 115 fmj Primer: Remington sp primer, or federal match sp primer Powder: per suggestion I am new to the game and when I started I bought a case of these bullets, and would like to shoot them up. Thanks for the help guys,

I was given bunches of cast lead bullets that were used in 38 long colt and 45 long colt cowboy action pistols. The diameter is almost identical to the diameter of a 9mm and 45acp. Before I go ahead an do something stupid, I wanted to ask this forums opinion on their use. I had planned on using them in a 9mm Glock with a KKM barrel and a Kimber 45acp. They are intended to be used for just drill practice and I would not use them for accuracy or in a match. They would never be loaded hot. I welcome the knowledge of your experienced guys. Thanks

This is the 3rd time you came and gave me good advice. Thanks for all your help. Good luck on your shooting and enjoy the family. thanks again...

THANKS, for clearing things up. I didn't know you had to be a rocket scientist to reload. But, with the help of you guys and this forum, just maybe I will become one. thanks again.

Sorry about that, I told you guys I was knew. I converted my Model 34 glock into an open pistol. KKM Barrel Comp with 6 ports. Bullet: Montana Gold 124gr JHP Powder: Longshot Primers: Remington Brass: Mixed I also have an STI Eagle 6" 40cal. Bullet: Montana Gold 180 JHP Powder: Longshot Primers; Remington Brass: Mixed I don't have any problems loading minor, I am using Clays and Universal powders for that. What I am concerned about is, when I load the Longshot powder I need 7.6 grains to bring the 9mm up to major. When I do that I have powder almost up to the rim. So I thought that if I decreased the powder and used either a rifle primer or magnum primer it would give me the major pf I need for Open Class. Almost the same for the 40cal. I would appreciate any suggestions you may have. I have Sierra Bullet reloading manual and the Lyman reloading manual and they don't explain about the rifle primers being used in a pistol. Thanks

I have just started to load 9mm and 40 s & w for USPSA & IPSC competition. Could someone please explain how and when to use small rifle primer or magnum primers in order to meet the pf factor. I have a cronograph, but I really don't want my powder compressed in the shells. It just seems easier to use the rifle primer to meet the pf in lieu of adding powder. I have been using trying to step up the loads gradually, but it seems like there is an awful lot of powder in the casings to meet the 9mm pf. I have read all of the books on loading but nothing gives me the information on these primers. Is there a website that could give me this loading data? Thanks

Thanks for the formula. I just bought N350 today, and will try it out with a cronograph this weekend.

I really appreciate it. I just went on line and bought some AutoComp powder. I will certainly try your formula out. thanks again.

It is.. you won't find this loadout (major pf with 9mm) in any book. 124gr MG JHP 7.2gr Autocomp 1.170 OAL .375 crimp 1395fps 172pf