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    Inconsiderate people that...

    in What I Hate

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    I happen to love the people that park at a mall, grocery store etc etc and then walk (more like shuffle or stroll) right down the middle of the aisle blocking traffic. They seem to be the same people that also block the aisle in the store like they are the only one shopping. Sometimes striking them right across the back with a cane fishing pole is the only thought in my head.

    Seekins build

    in Rifle - Technical

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    Keep checking the classifieds for an optic. Sometimes you can find a pretty good deal on one. I run the Vortex 1-4X24 but my eye sight seems to be going down hill since turning 40 (sucks) but I really want to try a 1-6. I have also been waiting for that PA 1-6 to come back in stock.

    Seekins build

    in Rifle - Technical

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    I also went with the Seekins upper. IRMT-3, 15 inch SP3R, went with the Nordic 18" barrel. I love it!! I did go with the Seekins ATC Comp. I have to be honest I really couldn't tell a big difference between it and my Miculek Comp. I would like to spend a little more time at the range and test both. That Miculek comp is really hard to beat for the price but the Seekins looks really cool.

    Review of Nordic 18 inch Barrel build.

    in Multi-gun Gear & Accessories

    Posted · Edited by swedge58

    I finally got my new upper put together and thought I would give a report. I went with the Seekins IRMT-3 with the Seekins 15" SP3R rail, 18" Nordic Barrel, Carbon Arms gas block and added the Seekins Comp. I really like that Carbon Arms gas block so kudos to those guys. I went to the range the other day and first thing I noticed was the softer recoil with the rifle length gas (very happy about that). I was never able to get a good group at 100 yds with my LMT mono upper with 55 grain store bought ammo however that rifle was awesome with the 69 gr ammo. The Nordic barrel was dead on with the 55 grain store bought ammo which I was absolutely thrilled! I don't reload so the store bought stuff is all I shoot for now. I plan on taking the rifle back out this weekend and shooting at 200-400 yds. So I very pleased with this barrel. Thanks to Alaskapopo for starting this review and all the others who added to this review its the reason I bought this barrel.

    Aaron

    Laser Rangefinder

    in Multi-gun Gear & Accessories

    Posted · Edited by swedge58

    Bringing this post back to life. I am in the market for a laser range finder. Most of the posts I have found are a couple of years old. I want to purchase a unit that calculates elevation and something that reaches out to about 500 yds. Any info or reviews would helpful. thanks.

    Anyone use the Vortex Ranger 1000?

    Seekins hand guard

    in Rifle - Technical

    Posted

    To the guys that are running these hand guards. What uppers are you running? Did it fit well with a standard upper? I see that Seekins makes the IRMT 3 upper that matches with this guard. What advantages does this IRMT 3 upper have? Is it worth the extra money? I would love to hear what uppers you guys are using and maybe some pictures. Thanks for any info.

    PMAG 40

    in Rifle - Technical

    Posted

    I have been unable to find these in stock. Just been unlucky as far as timing goes. I was able to find them at Shooters Connection today and wanted to pass the info along to anyone else that may be looking. They show 24 units still in stock and are 19.95 each. Hope this helps someone out.

    Coaching During a Stage: When, Where, and How Much?

    in Multi-gun Rules / Stage Design / Match Administration

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    I think coaching means different things to different people. For example, a competitor has been coming to the matches for over a year and their scores stay below 50%. This person reaches out to one of the better competitors who agrees to take them under their wing. The result after 6 mos is that the scores are in the 75% range of the better shooters. Would you call this successful coaching or cheating? The art of coaching is much more than calling a shot on a long range steel. It's about everything we read in text books including but not limited to the economy of motion, attitude, stage planning, and ammo management.

    I completely agree that would fall under the category of coaching. I soak in all the info I possibly can from better shooters. It has been a huge help to me. Again I was merely pointing out one scenerio that to me wouldn't fall under the category of coaching. I have blown by several targets in different matches and not once has anyone called them out and I wouldn't want them to. Everyone learns from mistakes.

    Coaching During a Stage: When, Where, and How Much?

    in Multi-gun Rules / Stage Design / Match Administration

    Posted · Edited by swedge58

    I guess this depends on what your definition of coaching is. I really don't consider telling any shooter that they missed a target during the COF coaching.

    Telling a shooter that they missed a target is definitely coaching. At a major match you are on your own, the RO is there for safety and to mark penalties. Ringing or flashing steel should be called as hits (not misses). Paper targets, you pass at your own peril. To do otherwise is to change the final scores in favor of the unprepared.

    Doug

    I guess this depends on what your definition of coaching is. I really don't consider telling any shooter that they missed a target during the COF coaching.

    Telling a shooter that they missed a target is definitely coaching. At a major match you are on your own, the RO is there for safety and to mark penalties. Ringing or flashing steel should be called as hits (not misses). Paper targets, you pass at your own peril. To do otherwise is to change the final scores in favor of the unprepared.Doug

    That was my point. Anything that would change the final scores in the favor of the unprepared in my book is not coaching. It's the other C word.

    Dumbest question ever – 3-gun meets viable as an alternative income?

    in Multi-gun Rules / Stage Design / Match Administration

    Posted

    Just to be curious is the land laid out correctly? Safe for shooting or would you have to do some excavating? That could be a hidden charge. We went thru the same thing with my grandmother. Long story short everything was liquidated all money paid nursing home bills to it ran out. We should have been more proactive but you live and learn. Upside is she is well taken care of with the best care.

    Coaching During a Stage: When, Where, and How Much?

    in Multi-gun Rules / Stage Design / Match Administration

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    As a new shooter I have much appreciated the "coaching" I have received from knowledgable RO's. It honestly turned my first couple of matches into a great experience. This is how the sport grows. In all my years of competitive sports I have never been more nervous than my first 3 Gun. It was my first shooting sport match period. Once that buzzer went off something happened in my mind! Everything went numb and it was nice to have that RO saying slow down, squeeze that trigger. It's something I won't forget. Since then it's been nice to have people in my squad that come up with a game plan for a stage but with that I still have to go out and execute that game plan and make those shots. IMO some coaching only goes so far after that it's up to that person to perform. I have since asked numerous friends to come out and shoot a match with me. The majority of the time fear of performing badly stops them from trying. I always tell them not to worry its a great group of people who are willing to help you out. Everyone was once in that position.

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