Roscoe09292010

Great info; thanks. Prize tables aren't even on the radar at this point; just shooting safely and having fun

I made mine 'mine' without replacing any parts. To each his own I suppose.

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It is. Want a good deal?

I appreciate the feedback. Here's where I'm at: Had a good range session yesterday with the V7. Can't say that I am in love with the M223 though - I think I was better with my AimPointPRO, even at 50. I got it sighted in, but I just didn't bond with it; idk; the reticle lines seem kind of thick; maybe I just need to shoot it a little more and get used to it Red dot seems easier and faster sight acquisition, both eyes open; suppose I could use the Deuck offsets for close stuff...need more trigger time, as usual

I'm going to just jump in to Tactical; key is to be safe and fun and meet some new folks; I have no delusions of winning anything!

This is somewhat gear related, so I’ll put this here. I have both a non-magnified red dot and a Nikon M223 for my AR. Should I start out in Limited, or just dive in to Tactical? I like the idea or minimal equipment requirements, but as a new 3G shooter I am concerned that I won’t be able to make my hits with the AR much past 100 yards or so due to my near-sightedness; that could be remedied with practice however. Are there any advantages or disadvantages starting out in Limited? Thanks

I know I will want to shoot once I see it, for sure! I think I've watched a few of your videos as well on YT; well done; helpful. Edit: no, sorry; not your videos (user: 1341usmc)

Quick follow up: I purchased a few Choate caddies and some dummy rounds to get myself familiar with the gear and work on safe reloading. I am going to try to get to the 3G match this weekend in Oxford to watch and see what else I can learn.

FYI, Plano has a what I would call a Pelican-lite case now for ~$100; comes with the pluck & pull foam as well; "Plano 108361 Gun Guard AW Tactical Case 36" I can fit my AR or my Benelli M4 in it. When I get ready to shoot matches, I will likely use a buggy of some sort; can't imagine lugging around hard cases

Yeah, that's what I meant Thanks for the clarification; will look for a few simple caddies; I have some dummy loads i can practice with until I attend a match. Cheers

Thanks for all the excellent info; much appreciated. I might invest in a couple simple AR pouches and use the cargo pockets for the shells in the short term. Thanks again.

I currently shoot IDPA and am comfortable with it. Getting into 3 gun and doing some research, I am a bit overwhelmed by all of the gear choices. I plan to attend a few 3 gun matches and watch and ask questions, but there is where I'm at currently, and am seeking more opinions. What do I need in order to attend my first match with regard to reloading systems? + belt; I have one but am considering the Safariland ALS + AR mag pouch(es); capacity for 2 mags? 4 mags? + shotgun shell carriers; this is where my head spins (3x3, 4x4, chest rigs) + pistol holster; got it + pistol mag pouch; got it Also, I've read via a Guns & Ammo article that ammo is typically cnsumed at the following rate per match? Obviously every match is different, but I know what the max is for IDPA, just looking for a ball park reaonable local match expectation pistol; 150 rifle; 150 shotgun; 100 Thanks very much.

Do you have the correct seating die installed? I had to swap mine from the SWC to the RN because I was getting the same kind of markings on my plated bullets.

I have a Rush 12 and PF. Depends on match and expected conditions / weather. If it’s really hot and I want to tote multiple water bottles, hand towels, etc, or rain is in the forecast and I want to pack a small jacket, I will carry the R12. For just a normal match, cooler temps I will carry the PF. For longer matches I’ll carry the R12 with my normal stuff and snacks. HTH