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I've bought from fancybrass and their 9mm is completely processed. High quality. Not cheap as Sage's though - 5zk would run $225 delivered.So far looking online the cheapest most affordable place to buy brass is from Sage's reloading supply, 5k for $119.99 not sure if the brass is fully processed though... Any other good recommendations to purchase processed brass?
Thanks~
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17 minutes ago, motosapiens said:
why do you think the trigger on the tanfo is better? have you tried a cz? I had a regular garden-variety tac-sport and the trigger was pretty amazing.
Personally I would recommend the CZ because I think you'll find better support and parts availability and customer service.
Indeed!
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I have a holding rack mounted on the case feeder that I hang my full primer tubes on. I use a FA vibra prime to typically load 500 primers for the 650. I simply pull them off and refill the press as required. I don't tend to do more than 2-300 rounds at a time.
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I am as you, right-handed and right eye dominant.
When I shift the carbine to my weak shoulder/hand position, I close my right eye and look through the sight only using my left eye - works just fine.
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I use a light coating of synthetic grease on the bolt then spread a thin coating of Lucas oil over it.
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Very positive experience when used with a true round nose 115-124gr FMJ. Will run well with Blazer and CCI bulk rounds. Buffer can be easily tuned for your PF. MBX short stroke kit is a great add if you are so inclined to tune further. I replaced the stock and handguard for personal preference.
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I started shooting USPSA in 2 calibers and bought a Dillion 550 soon after. I quickly replaced it with a 650 as my monthly demands increased. I then added on both case and bullet feeder to reduce my time keeping up with practice and match requirements. Everybody is different, my approach may not work for all.Hi All,
I know this type of post has been beaten ad nauseum, but just want to make sure before I make the plunge.
Due to CA's changing laws around ammo (background checks every ammo transaction starting July 1), I've considered getting into reloading as reloading supplies are not included in that and not logged.
I'm the type of person that sticks to only a couple calibers -- 9mm (which I shoot the most by far, and plan on shooting the most in the near future) and 556 (not very much, yet).
Since I'm considering starting USPSA matches every once in a while, I figured it would be a good idea to start reloading 9mm.
I've read through the FAQ on which Dillon is better for me, and I still can't decide.
If I don't plan on reloading 556 for a good while as I want to concentrate on my pistol skills, is the SDB a better option for me than the 550? I know the 550 would be better IF i were reloading both calibers, I just don't see myself reloading 556 for a while (or maybe perhaps when I get sucked into it). I have about 4k of factory 556 that i'll save the brass when i shoot.
So the next question will be: Where is the best place to buy the press? I've bought used before on my shot shell loader and I ended up regretting it big time. Took me so much to get it back to working order. The unpredictable-ness of how someone treated it is what scares me from buying used.
Any input would be greatly appreciated!
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I second them as a great source!Shooter's Connection; they always have a few in stock ready to ship, and provide a great competition-ready configuration. I've bought multiple guns from them, and their shipping is incredibly fast, with great customer service.
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ThanksThe red one is Strike Industries, and the blue one is Odin.
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Whose safety levers are you using?I have the GMR-15 with the JP roll trigger. It takes a little getting used to but is reliable. I am at around 3.75lbs on the pull.
I recently build another PCC and used the Rise Armament A242 trigger. The trigger pull came in at 2.75lbs and is smooth. I managed to get it for $95 delivered with a free RA hat from Optics Planet [emoji6] It's been reliable and would definitely buy another again.
I think I prefer the RA trigger over the JP.
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^^^^^^^ This.Nope. If I recall from RO class, if its not in the WSB, it ain't so. Rules don't cover "intent."
Your MD/RM is wrong. Good ones will accept that they blew not having the condition of the port door in the WSB.
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Synthetic grease, light coating on bolt and key friction points followed by Lucas oil works well for my MBX
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Having individual stage and a consolidated build list us quite helpful. One small team pulls and delivers steel and other heavy equipment to each stage while each stage team pulls their unique items. Steel team then cycles back to grab target stands (steel as well)I’ve heard of people pre-planning the stages and then having a list of what will be needed for each stage - at least covering the big stuff - and having it ready to go. It’s a bit more work ahead of time but could help save time with the actual building of the stages.
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42 minutes ago, MemphisMechanic said:
1. The stages always look different in person. What you plan now won’t carry out on match day.
2. Pick the simplest possible stage plan, even if it means knowing you are going to be 2 or 3 seconds slower, or perform an extra reload.
(Whether novice or experienced Master shooter... If you aren’t positive you can execute the plan correctly 10 times out of 10, it is the wrong plan for you.)
3. Have at least 5 mags on your belt and one in the gun at the buzzer, in Production.
4. Ask the MD to squad you with other Production shooters and make sure he knows you are new. Then go find the other guys with 5 mags on their belt in your squad (easy way to ID production shooters) and tell them too. “I want to have fun and be safe, so please give me any pointers on these stages as we go.” Will never get turned away at a USPSA match.
90% of us are truly passionate about helping new shooters, and every squad has one or two jerks. Figure out who those guys are, and ask your questions to the others.
Great advice ^^^
Some other thoughts... 1) know how many and where all the targets are located, 2) walk thru your plan as many times as you can during the ~5-minutes your squad has to look over the stage, 3) when it's your turn, the last thing to do before the RO asks "are you ready" is to walk-thru your plan in your mind - eyes closed is even better
Another good piece of information that can inform you preparations for a specific match are the starting positions including handgun condition - particularly practice any ones you've new to or aren't proficient with in your DF or LF
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My experience the the MBX comp (I have their PCC) was it didn't seem to affect muzzle movement much when shooting a 147gr bullet that made a PF of 135K. Once I moved to a 115gr bullet making the same 135K PF, I perceived a smaller muzzle/dot movement with an increased amount of felt recoil. I'm using Alliant e3 powder, 3.7grs for the 115gr Berrys bullet IIRC.
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Indeed.
I've had it since late last year and have been dry and live firing it in preparation for the new season.
I replaced the handguard with a carbon-fiber model from Taccom and settled on a Holosun optic.
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Thank you sir!
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I would consider buying 100 or so bullets in several weights and work up a 9MM minor load for each. Everyone has preferences and you may find you like 124gr loads that are snappier but let you get your sights back on target quicker. Give the 135gr bullets a look as well: a compromise between the 147 and 124gr offerings. You should consider varying recoil spring weight as a final turning action.
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Thanks I'll let you know what the culprit was
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I've been loading on this particular 650 press for about 2-months. It is used but, is in great condition. I've loaded several thousand 9MM rounds using Alliant e3 (PCC load) and just this morning while attempting to crank-out a couple hundred rounds, the powder measure stopped dropping any powder. I only had a couple of minutes to check it and everything seems to be moving as normal just no charge coming out. I plan to take it off and check it later this evening.
Is it simply dirty enough to clog-up. I've never had this happen in the previous years reloading on the 550 using the same powder.
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I have been using it for about a month and would recommend it. Like it better than the Double Alpha offering.
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So far I'm in the slightly-bent elbow camp. I've compared and I'm slightly faster this way. Moving positions and shifting the butt off and on my shoulder feels more natural.
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I have one because I run a powder-check. It work fine for my 9mm loads. I have used the Redding Competition dies for seating and Dillon for crimping when not running a powder check.
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A key theme in all the above is communication... even at a level I match, making sure everyone understands how things will be scored saves a lot of conflicts.
For example: Having the person inputting scores enter them for targets the shooter has already engaged as they and the RO running the timer, continue moving through the stage can frequently save time.
Everyone just needs to know how things are going to work.
45* Offset Dots - What Do You Run?
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The 510 is my main PCC sight and is pretty large. I have a offset sight that is typical of a CO sized dot. It's an inexpensive ADE but has latest over a year with no issues. I'd prefer a taller opening like on a RTS-2 V5, SRO or Romeo 3Max. The 510 would fit the bill but is a lot heavier.
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