Dewberry
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To me 3 gun nation isn't about the practical nature of the sport at all. We use race gun that are tuned to the edge like a race car, we customize out load out before each stage to fit exactly that stage, and we game targets making sure to not put more time int o them than they are worth. It is 100% about the game, about shooting a stage as fast and efficient as possible while not getting DQ'ed.
With this release saying to expect slings on both long guns maybe 3gn is headed in a different direction for the regionals
And to not require slings on stages simply because some shooters aren't capably of managing their gear safely is playing towards the lowest denominator. Fix the shooter, or get rid of them. But don't dumb down the practical nature of the sport.
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I completely agree, which is why I use a holster with active retention. but as I've said above. im worried about others not myself.
If slings are too complicated for shooters then they should take up a sport that does not involve the use of firearms. Slings are the equivalent to holsters.
Not realy. Holster a rigid and fixed on the most convient position possible, the trigger is completely covered and gravity works to keep the gun in the holster.
I have seen far more loaded pistols hit the dirt coming out of a holster with no external interference than getting ripped out by a stray sling. It shocks me that I still see people at major 3-Gun matches without an active retention system on their holsters.
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Not really. Holster a rigid and fixed on the most convient position possible, the trigger is completely covered and gravity works to keep the gun in the holster. The sling is opposite of all that, it normally end up behind you where you can't see it, it is not easy or natural to take it from slug to shooting position, the trigger and safety are both just rubbing around trying to find something to snag on, and gravity is constantly trying to pull it off your shoulder to the ground. Oh and while were on the topic of a holster slings love to grab the grip of your holster and pull it out and throw it on the ground.If slings are too complicated for shooters then they should take up a sport that does not involve the use of firearms. Slings are the equivalent to holsters.
That being said, I agree with your first point. I would love to he able to send people home for being a dumbass... But I can't. Trust me if I could I would.
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I see. The local evil genius that makes us sling up always has in WSB that magazines are out of rifle and pistol, shotgun empty if not in use. Pretty sure a hot slung weapon would make me nervous, too. Although inconvenient, it does speed things up not having to stage guns, though.
We were always cruiser ready, but still not a big fan of a cruiser ready gun on the ground or pointed at me.
Honestly its all going to come down to how 3gn executes it.
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I cannot imagine why a slung long gun is dangerous. But, we spend a lot of time practicing loading, dry fire, and other drills. Just spend some time transitioning with a sling. I like my swivels on the side and sling across back muzzle down on right hip.
I'm not worried about me, I'm never dangerous. Haha
I'm worried about those who are less experience and don't practice. I'm worried about sling/qd malfunctions that result in the gun on the ground and/or pointed at the RO (aka me).
I'm worried about the sling catching the pistol in the holster and throwing it to the ground as one attempts to unsling the rifle.
Or the safety being clicked off as it rubs against ones back while running.
I have experienced or witnessed all of these things first hand at a local match that rand sling on 2 or 3 stages a month every month for a couple years. Needless to say I was glad when that range stopped using slings on a regular basis.
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I got this email from Tennille
"Slings will be required ONLY for rifle in Texas. That being said, you should plan to use slings in future events on BOTH long guns."
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Venting first. Sling are stupid slow and dangerous!?!? Ugh....
Sorry about that. With the recent announcement that slings will be required at the 3GN SW regional I'm not starting to think about how to sling my rifle again since its Ben a couple years since I had to do so in a match.
When I used to have to do it I would sling it muzzle up from my right shoulder to my left hip, when I needed it I would grab the muzzle and pull it over my right shoulder and into shooting position. I'm right handed.
Attachment points on the rifle are on the stock close to the receiver and on the handguard so it was just long enough to fit. And on the shotgun are forward on the stock and on the barrel clamp.
Anyone found a better way to do it?
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I got my SLR ultralight 16.5" in. I love it so far. I still need a barrel before I can shoot it but I really like the way if fits in my hand. Its got a pretty small diameter and just feels good.
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Reload 1K rounds or buy a case of ammo and go shoot. I'd pass on the irons and trigger for a while and get some practice and matches under your belt.
Best advice that could possibly be given.
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don't really feel like it's necessary with a properly tuned Apex FSS kit
How did you tune your fss?
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Have y'all seen the new c.o.r.e. with a factor trigger over travel stop. I've been considering putting a stop in mine.
Has anyone tried out the factory one? Have good pictures of it?
Or anyone made their own?
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Advantages in what?I don't see any advantages, and proprietary parts that will be hard to replace and expensive.
I don't see any advantages in the ar 47 over a ar15
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I've never used the Nordic, but I've had another brand with the same barrel but design. And I hated it, hard to square and kept walking off.
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Well I went with the SLR ultra light. I'll let y'all know how I like it when it shows up.
What length, and with what length barrel?
16.5"
I plan on using a rainier 18" match spr
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I don't see any advantages, and proprietary parts that will be hard to replace and expensive.
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Well I went with the SLR ultra light. I'll let y'all know how I like it when it shows up.
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how concerned are yall with the type of barrel nut the handguard uses? most companies have stitched to propritary barrel buts now, are there any ones to make sure i stay away from?
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Well, lets not get too crazy on this stuff guys. Don't forget that there are plenty of really good, competent Gunsmiths out there who just never do the stuff we do. They can fix about any gun, they can silver solder on sights, turn and chamber your dad's ought six, but they have never played with an AR., nore would they particular notice a subtle little difference like the Miculek has in down thrust. Especially if some one just handed it to them with no paper work and said screw this on and pin it.
On the other side these very same guys would almost all say.....ah damn!!! I never even noticed that, here let me fix that for you right now! Have you given him the chance to say that??
Internet condemnation is real easy, but we collectively loose track of the fact that we are a very small to non existent segment of a market that a good general gunsmith services!
I completely agree, give him a chance to right his wrong. if he can or refuses this becomes a totally different story. but you have to give him a chance.
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Id make him fix it...
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im almost finished with my 3 gun build, one of my last steps is selecting a handguard.
What makes one handguard better for 3 gun over another
Since I'm going with a spr profile barrel I would like to stay on the low weight side for the handguard.
I need to be able to attach a light to the side (for the occasional night match), also a bipod, for hunting or some target fun. Plus would like to keep options open for things down the road like offset sight ect
Because of this im leaning toward a keymod rail, but what makes one keymod better than another? Proprietary barrel nut/ attachment?
I'm open to all suggestions and advice, please share your knowledge.
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The random bcg I have than im assuming is mil-spec.
Top. 0.095
Bottom. 0.122
Do yall think we should be concerned the ap bearing surface is not increased?
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I'll measure mine when I get home. Thank you for those numbers
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AP bolt carrier with bolt weigh in at 8.3 ounces complete, 6.2 ounces w/o bolt. JP is 6.3 ounces w/o bolt.
The bearing surfaces are less than a JP.
Best I can measure:
JP top .115", bottom .203"
AP top .105", bottom .122".
Thank you for the great info, any chance you could measure the bearing surface of a mil-spec bcg?
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any have specifics?
The website has both 8.8 and 9.2 listed which is it? For BCG or carrier only?
Does anyone know if it has the increased rail area that those who are wiser than me recommend?
For those of yall looking for the answer to the questions,
Weight with bolt- 8.3oz
Increased bearing surface- no
Slings technique and WHY!?!?
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I know, I'm aware that's a popular opinion on this forum.
I enjoy both for what they are. i just dont want to see 3gn try to mix practical (aka slings) with fast hoser style stages, sounds not fun and dangerous to me.