[Starting Load for 147gr Zero FMJ]

Maybe I should rephrase what I am looking for a bit better. I am just looking for a decent starting load for competitive shooting so the main concern after normal accuracy would be to reduce the recovery time and muzzle flip. With that said I am open to any load using any powder, primer, or bullet. This is all new to me so I am not "married" to any certain brand etc.

Thanks again for the help.

[Starting Load for 147gr Zero FMJ]

Looking for a good soft shooting load for my M&P Pro 5" 9mm. I have recently purchased a new Dillon 550B and have been loading 3.9gr of Win 231 under a Zero 147gr FMJ. This load shoots great but I really think I could soften the shot a little.

Advice and or suggestions are very much appreciated. Thanks in advance!

[Hello from NC]

This Sunday is the USPSA match in Statesville, if you are interested. Typically the IDPA shooters just find they need an extra mag or three.

Really? Yes, I would be interested as I have been looking for a match to attend on a Sunday as I have 3 boys that all play basketball on Saturday's so that limits how much shooting I have been able to do as of late.

Fortunately for me I am lucky enough to own a little property out here in Union County and since the "gun bug" has bit me so hard this is where I spend the majority of my time....

It is nothing spectacular but it is mine. I have actually been doing some practice IDPA style matches here with me and a few friends.

[Hello from NC]

So where in NC are you from?

I actually live down in the Indian Trail/Unionville area. Not too far from you in Charlotte.

[Hello from NC]

Hello guys just wanted to drop in to introduce myself as I am new to the forum and relatively new to shooting competition in general. I have participated in about 5 or 6 local IDPA matches and I am hooked! I shoot a 5" M&P Pro 9mm in the SSP class. I look forward to interacting with you guys and learning much more about the sport!