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Since my recent experiences have been with kydex holsters for Production/Carry Optics, not familiar with recommended rigs for upcoming Limited Optics. Looking for recommendations that offer great retention along with ease of setup/adjustability. The last couple of USPSA Equipment Surveys has shown the DAA brands as #1! Are they the best bang for the buck? Noticed BSPS has a good price on this complete rig: https://benstoegerproshop.com/daa-alpha-x-holster-with-alpha-xi-mag-pouches-complete-rig/ Thanks for your imput!

It may have been discussed earlier in this thread; but I haven't noticed it....... Will the LO pistols be allowed to use an Open style holster? Or a Production/CO style kydex? If an Open style race holster is allowed, what's the most popular that can be utilized in LO? Thanks!

@ddcGood point........since the FCU is a serialized part, I'm wondering if the 4 contact points could be welded up and re-machined similar to a 1911's frame rails?

Bobcat Armament is taking pre-orders........stated a couple months ago, on the M7 FB Group, they were "hearing" late Q1/early Q2. https://www.bobcatarmament.com/mark-7-genesys.html?fbclid=IwAR0K3FMSqzj36yLKMjR7FU4F_7P3Mjmgq9DecjlS6m8EJi-dSfg9nuR0RbE

And giving specific fitting instructions! https://www.egwguns.com/blog/2023/03/10/springfield-prodigy-quick-mag-well-fitting/

AGREE! You nailed it!

IMO, it's probably a quote that somebody read or misinterpreted in some way. Straight from the 1911 Timing Test Kit courtesy of Wil Scheumann: HTHs

I think these are going to be a big hit with the Limited Optics crowd! https://accuracyx.com/product/multi-sight-optic-plate-with-racker/?fbclid=IwAR1jg837jwwvAtXCpXSyAROf1b7LXxwbqrI3UUQGC3fSrJOvB2ZFJ4-atjk

Agree!

Understand a ramped barrel does not need a relief/VIS............ My answer was with regards to the OP's "answer" he posted: That statement is not ENTIRELY correct.

Thoughts? Here's the correct answer.........

Well...........let's see......... Not knowing your experience level, I would first try to sort out a 100 or so SAME HEADSTAMP brass and do some testing. Is your shell plate adjusted correctly? Not too loose? Do you lube your brass prior to loading? When finalizing the powder drop adjustment, do you lower the handle/raise the ram with a case in the shell plate before final tightening of the powder measure? What seating die are you using? Correct insert for your bullet profile? Separate crimp die? Hope this helps!

What diameter coated bullets are you using? Sounds like you may not have the correct size powder funnel....... https://uniquetek.com/product/T1736

@mpeltierCongratulations on the results of your experimentation! Definitely proved what results can be had. I remembered seeing a similar post a while back that also showed what could be done by bringing the FCU rails down to get rid of that excessive play: Would definitely jump on the opportunity to purchase a precision CNC machined FCU to improve the slide to FCU fit! Thanks for sharing your results!

EGW makes excellent products...........If I were in the same boat, I would definitely consider one of their adapter plates! https://www.egwguns.com/pistol-and-red-dot-mounts/mounts-by-firearm-brand-sight-cut/ IMO, correct installation yields satisfactory results. Give them a call! Great people to deal with.

If you have your existing barrel in hand, this might also give some reference.........

@SufferInSilence Got another question concerning the Prodigy and wondering if you can clarify and/or confirm regarding the sear spring? Looking under the EGW "Evolved" 1911 sear spring, one if the questions asked was: https://www.egwguns.com/evolved-1911-sear-spring-2-pack EGW answered that NO, their Evolved sear spring would not work; however their #10690 would work. Looking up #10690 yields it's the genuine Colt 1911 Sear Spring which I have personally used in several 1911 and 2011 pistols without issue. Do you have a standard 1911 sear spring that you could possibly compare the Prodigy's sear spring to for a direct comparison, next time you pull it down for cleaning, maintenance, etc? I also noticed under the heading for one of EGWs excellent fire control groups, that during the order/selection process they specifically ask: "Do you have a Springfield Prodigy"? https://www.egwguns.com/egw-ignition-kit-w-stainless-steel-lightened-hammer (Note, this kit includes the EGW "Evolved" sear spring.) And if you answer/confirm you are ordering for a Prodigy, then the option states: My take on this is that EGW's Evolved sear spring will not work in the Prodigy; however a standard Colt 1911 spring will. Appreciate any first hand experience you can share regarding the Prodigy's sear spring and ignition components! Thanks!

@vinceislander Bought the Grace USA roll pin punch set in 2015, and it has served me well! https://www.amazon.com/Grace-USA-Gunsmithing-Gunsmith-Accessories/dp/B007WADKN0 As @zzt mentioned, the Starrett punch sets are excellent quality: https://www.amazon.com/Drive-Pin-Punch-S565WB-Pieces/dp/B09NMVVT86?th=1 HTHs!

I appreciate you sharing your costs! And, thank you Sir for your Service!

@SufferInSilenceCongrats! Your Prodigy looks great! Mind sharing a ballpark "$$" you spent, in addition to the cost of the pistol, getting to this level? Thanks!

@jt1207As a Super Senior competitor that's had a "love affair" with the 1911 then 2011 platform for 50+ years, I've experienced CMC, STI, CZ, Glock, Sig, etc. in various types and levels of competition. I am now committed to that "upcoming" Limited Optics, 2011/DS style platform; and have ordered an MPA DS9 Hybrid! I fully understand it's not a FULL CUSTOM like an SVI or an Atlas, but it does fall in a "middle ground" price category that IMO offers a LOT of Bang for the Buck! And yes, I will be glad to compete in Open Minor until LO becomes a "provisional"! https://masterpiecearms.com/cat/ds9-accessories/ds9-pistols/general-purpose-pistols/ As others have mentioned, there are definitely customs/platforms that would do an excellent job in LO; but if you've ever had the pleasure to own/operate an 1911/2011/DS platform, nothing will totally satisfy your "thirst" for that particular type of action. HTHs!

The OP of this post, @StefVanHauwe, posted this in a discussion on another site: Hopefully you'll have a similar experience once you get the updated Primer Xpress parts installed and running!

Some good install/torque value recommendations from respectable business! https://chpws.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/MRDS-Mounting-22_MAY_2020.pdf