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Did not know the term "transients" (for homeless people) until I moved to Eugene in 1987. They were a big part of the crime problem back then - especially sexual assaults, break ins, littering, etc.

Nick is right here in that this is clearly a D.Q. Furthermore, it is a "bright line" D.Q. - meaning it either happened or it did not with no room to question the fact (unlike, say - calling a 180 break where its hard to tell the difference between 179 and 181 degrees at speed). It is also, a very unfortunate D.Q. for 2 reasons: 1) it is nearly always the result of ignorance of the rules. Does anyone other than John Amidon KNOW every possible rule or combination of rules? and, 2) if it is actually a snap cap that emerges, it is not a live round and not capable of injuring anyone. Nevertheless, it is a good rule, which is easy to enforce, and it enhances the safety of our sport.

Stage designers could do that. Some probably will - out of an irrational hate for the Saiga magazine fed shotgun. Why would they hate a shotgun that can be reloaded more quickly? I dunno - probably the same reason some revolver shooters refer to mag-fed semi auto handguns as "bottom-feeders" (I shoot wheelguns and "bottom-feeders" btw). As far as select load as a required part of a stage, Helmie from I-SHOT incorporated that into an outlaw/IDPA shotgun match he designed back at the old Shooters Paradise near D.C. before it burned down in 2007; several LEO types mentioned that they had been trained on it. I guess it is authentically "tactical" if it matters to anyone. But no worries: if the stage designers insist on select load as a way to give a competitive advantage to tube-fed guns, then it is a simple matter to design a "magazine interupt" for the Saiga (even the Krag or 1903 had one of these simple devices)- and it would be an allowed modification since they have banished the Saiga to Open anyway - at least in any of the dozen or so sets of rules for 3gun/multigun. I doubt that the Saiga will be allowed into the U.S. much into our future - but I'll stop there. Back on topic: select load and the Saiga.

9Major out of a .380 case?!?! HOLYCRAP! The .380 case is a lot stronger than I would have guessed. Since the advent of the 9mm Major, I have often thought about finding a locked-breach .380 - like a Colt Pony - and testing .380 loaded up to 9mm "standard pressure" loads. I bet the case would take it just fine so long as a locked breach design was used. I accidently shot a 9 major loaded to major pf out of a .380 case. Nothing bad happened, the case just didn't extract as the rim is a little bit smaller and next round jammed. I didn't notice it was a .380 until I pulled out the stuck case. I now sort headstamps and inspect each case, even practice ammo while case gauging now.

These are both 75s. About a dozen or more manufacturers around the world make 75s. The 75 is used by more Governments, Militaries, Police and Security agencies than any other pistol in the world. The design is strongly influenced by John M. Browning's last design: the Browning P-35 High Power; I have a barrel from a WWII era Browning which fits right into the slide on any of my 9mm 75s (though it won't fit the frame as the lockup/lugs are different, and the frame rail arrangements are different). Still, the influence is obvious. Being a JMB design, I agree with those above RE battering causing the lugs to fold over. That gun will eventually seize up and stop functioning. I believe EGW in PA, or Canyon Creek could repair it for you.

For the moment, I am satisfied that all the involved parties are speaking to one another. I am happy to let this play out as it will. No comment until something is made public. Let's stay on topic.

Let there be NO mistake: the 3 big credit reporting companies are crooked, shady outfits that use questionable and "sharp business practices." Want proof? Start here: MSNBC.com

IF there is a safe way to make major with a modern well built, +p capable .38, then 200 grain bullets are the way to go. You need to get past 825 FPS with a 200 grain bullet. The Lee manual has published data for .38 Special and 200 grain bullets that safely takes you close to 800 FPS. And there is only one domestic powder listed (I am sure that certain V V powders would be more safe). If you persist in trying to make major in .38, please use the gun with the longest barrel possible (pref. a .357), 200 grain bullets, stick to the slowest burning powders and work up carefully.

What is gun cotton based powder and why should I care? Thank you.

what is ghost loading? I have had a SLP since 2002; mine is the Winchester Super X-2 MK I version. It can be ghost loaded. Ghost loading = filling the mag tube to capacity, then loading an extra round on the carrier with one in the chamber. My SLP/Super X2 is designed to hold about 9 rounds (depending on the OAL of the shells used) but I can ghost-load it to 10 for things like out-law 3gunning.

I am with you 100% on the CCI Mini Mag or Standard (good reliable ammo). Surprisingly, one of the better quality .22 ammo out there comes from Wolf. But sadly, there is a LOT of crappy .22 around - especially the "500 round Value Packs" that come loose-packed.

Greetings Rob! We all feel your pain - even if most are too proud to admit it. You wrote: "I know that, depending on the producer, I must file the magazine notch, file the mag pads to fit the mag well, knock the mag body to drop free, file the follower, adjust the feed lips to 9,65mm. etc. etc." It does not make sense, does it? It also makes little sense that you can pay a retail price of $1600 to $1800 US for a stock Edge 5.0 - and no one is surprised that it won't run reliably - until you pay a custom gunsmith to "fix" a product that was supposed to run reliably right fromt he start (and probably have to pay a mag tuner too). You also wrote: "Remember, I'm used to just buy a mag and start shooting. " Amazing, isn't it? Imagine- a gun that actually functions reliably - right from the factory! True, STI is one of the MAJOR sponsors of out sport (and so is Glock). I thank STI for that. But, as one who owns, has owned, has tuned & built, and shoots STI & SV guns, it often makes me wonder why we put up with the status quo.

No argument here. Its simply to point out the following: similar burn rate does NOT eqaul "interchangeable" nor identical. I would not want anyone in the VAST expanse of be.com to get the wrong impression. Also, you wrote: "I would think by now most folks know Solo 1000 is a gun cotton based powder." One would hope. I am not convinced everyone knows or understands - yet. Regards, d

Agree 100% on the old classics - especially accurate ones. I'd like to someday own a Brit L-42 sniper bolt gun in 7.62 NATO. I understand the Brits recycled their old WWII Lee Enfields by rebarreling them to 7.62 and kept them in service right up to the Falklands. The action and scope though, were all pre-WWII. I think SARCO sold them all off in the US for $400 a pop in the 1980s. There is even an old war story about a Brit soldier using an L-42 in 1982 to disable an Argentine jet aircraft that was on the ground and preparing to take off.

You wrote: "Clays, TG and Solo are positioned about right with respect to each other." Probably they are close in burn rate. BUT, Solo is the OPPOSITE of Titegroup in one respect: -Nitro gliserin (sp) content. -Titegroup has the HIGHEST amount of Nitro gliserin (sp) of any of the pistol powders; it is about 37% according to the Blue Press article. I believe that the high nitro content makes it burn really hot and can cause it to pressure spike if its pushed too far (double charges tend to be spectacular). -Solo has ZERO nitro. Why? Because it is "single base" and by definition ALL single base powders are 100% free of Nitro. All of the Vihta Vouri powders are single base powders. (NOTE: spelling error intentional. I don't want to waste anyone's time if they are using an algorythm set to catch certain words. We are only talking about propellants for our sporting purposes here, folks. Move along.).

Just for clarification: The Glock 25 and 28 are banned from import into the USA. They are Austrian-made Glocks which use a straight "blow-back" action and are chambered in .380 ACP. The BATFE assigns "points" to all imported handguns to meet the "sporting purposes" test. THe Glock 25 and 28 fail these tests. They "could" make them in the USA - since all other GLock models are made here too. Glock so far has chosen not to make them here.

No secret that I am a Solo 1000 fan. But honestly, I think the charts which list Solo 1000 as fast as, or close to N310, are wrong. Solo is a single-base powder like the Vihta Vouri powders. It is safe for use in loading .40 S&W to 165+ Major at SHORT OALs (i.e. - 1.150 or 9mm lengths). See factory data for proof. I believe it should be listed as burn-rate equivalent to either N-320 or N-318.

Not hard at all. In fact, I find them only slightly harder than Federal. But they go off fine in my Glocks with lightened striker springs and in my 75s (and SP-01 and an 85 Combat) with light hammer springs. Every other brand I have tried is harder than Wolf (except Federal).

Extremely pleased to learn that you did not: "git blowed' up!" (as I am sure many had feared). Thanks for the after-action report.

There is data in the Lee manual - I think it was using the identical powders HP 38/ winchester 231.

I use the Russian ones. They have a GREAT reputation in Benchrest shooting circles. Besides their military, the Russian plants made primers for their olympic teams - so its no surprise they are that good. I have found them to be the best (and among the cheapest. Besides, I hear the Magtechs are from brazil and I'd prefer not to take chances with 3rd world production tolerances.

Very good advice! At all times (except one) try to be as polite as possible and agree with *most* of what they ask (see above). IF, in the sad event that your luggage containing your gun is missing upon arrival, THEN (and only then) make a big deal out of it. They usually have an office set up to deal with lost luggage. If they simply tell you "It seems to be lost." Then you might consider telling them: "That bag contains a properly-checked firearm and ammunition. Since a weapon and ammunition appear to be unaccounted for in a controlled area of your airport, I am calling the FBI, TSA and FAA - and you must immediately lock down this entire airport until the weapon in your controlled area is located." That might seem a bit dramatic at first. BUT, look at how the airports react when a single person somehow slips through their security screening: they shut down that terminal. Nothing goes out and EVERYONE is re-screened. WHY should they ignore your lost firearm in their secure area? (Answer: they should treat it just as seriously as an unscreened passenger).

This thread has been inactive for some time. Couple things have happened since then (SHOT, NRA show and Larry Hauck leaving NRA's police 3gun competition). At SHOT or NRA this year, did anyone from NRA approach anyone from USPSA? Or vice-cersa? (folks from both groups were there). Anyone have any other updates?

Good point. If the owner is really in deep financial trouble, his next step might be banckruptcy. If he goes Chapter 7, then you, the member, would probably be viewed as any other creditor, and depending on the applicable laws, you might end up without a range AND out a refund on your membership fee. These are tough economic times we are in.

Since RePeat uses the same gun as you, the OAL will probably be fine. But, a word of caution on the Frontier 124 TC (that is what I use) - please check to make sure it does not hit the rifling in your gun. Glocks have REALLY long throats. Other brands (such as CZ 9mm) are not as forgiving about OAL with this particular bullet.