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P. E. Kelley-Thanks for the tip on the wool from big45metalcleaner.com. I want to try it in choke tubes as well. I shoot skeet also and you get a lot of plastic buildup from the wads in the choke tubes. This seems to be IMO more with the smaller guages such as 28 and .410. I also want to try on the chrome work on my boat. I have had good results with brass wool but this sounds even better.

Good work Gary! I was an Open shooter for many years. Eye problems forced me out of the sport for awhile but the wonders of medicine allow me to see the sights again. I came back to USPSA shooting my 1911. Then I got the bug and had to build a Limited gun. The only reason I started shooting a little IDPA was so I could compete on a level playing field with my 1911. I have yet to shoot SS at a match. However, the minute we can get SS classified I will bring out the 1911. L 1727

I just purchased a Glock 26 for my "truck" gun. I would like to try it at the local IDPA match. Does anyone have any experience shooting the 26 in competition? I know the short grip frame will make it harder to shoot but I am not trying to win the match. In another post I was told it is legal to use "finger extensions" on the mags (as long as it fits in the box) and this should help.

I typically shoot my 1911 at IDPA matches. However, I just bought a Glock 26 for CCW. If I wanted to shoot the 26 in a match, can I use the finger extensions on my mags? These are not the ones that add more rounds. They just allow a much better grip on the short grip frame.

Has anyone used this powder for .223 with 55 grain bullets? What load did you use?

This is exactly why I struggle to get excited about IDPA. The rules are so blurry that it seems impossible to satisfy every SO, especially the ones that are competing against you or those that just enjoy their short-lived power trip.

Just have to add to this. My Benny 5" now has over 30,000 rounds through it and not a single malfunction. In September I shot an IPSC state match. Before the match, I took the gun completely apart and as an afterthought, decided to check the extractor. It had become so loose, it would not even hold a loaded round. But guess what???------It never burped and I had never had a failure to extract. The "MAN" can build a pistol.

Hey guys, I typically shoot with an Aimpoint Comp ML2 and like it a lot. A new match is starting up that will have 200 and 300 yard shots. Where can I get the best price on the Weaver 1x3 for this match? Anybody know where I can even find one?

I am cheap! 55 gr. FMJ pulled military bullets. All LC brass. Accurate 2230C data powder. Winchester rifle primers. Will shoot head "A" zones all day at 100 yards.

Have you ever bought a new gadget that worked so well, you feel like you stepped out of the dark ages. That is how I feel about my new Giraud. I have used several trimmers to trim .223. A Forstner hand trimmer, RCBS hand trimmer, Lee hand trimmer, RCBS trimmer with my drill attached and finally the motorized RCBS trimmer. They all worked but they had one thing in common-----SLOW. It took me about 2 minutes to get the Giraud adjusted perfectly and then I trimmed about 500 cases effortlessly. The length stayed within plus/minus .002. Amazing and so easy. Guys, thanks for the suggestion. I feel like a kid on Christmas morning.

Hi guys--thanks for your feedback. I ordered a Giraud today.

I saw both of these case trimmers mentioned in another post. Which do you prefer? I also noticed one forum member said he was using a Giraud cutter on a Gracey trimmer and was very pleased. What is the scoop?

I have never seen or used a Giraud case trimmer. I went to their website and it looks nice. However, for a lot less money you can get the RCBS motorized case trimmer. Add the 3 way cutter and you accomplish everything in one step and it cost a lot less that the Giraud.

I have a 16" DPMS flattop upper on my Essential Arms lower. I also have a JARD trigger in this lower. I am using an Aimpoint Comp ML2 and also have BUIS. This is my IPSC 3 Gun rifle. Very accurate and functions flawlessly with my reloads.

I have used this powder for several years. It burns clean and is economical. I had four 8 pounders but am about out. Does anyone know of a source for this powder?