I bought a kimber custom I in 2000 and have shot it in IDPA ever since, about 25K rounds later still shoots like brand new. At least the series 1 guns were awesome.
Same here, i'm looking into open class and trying to decide between Czechmate and new or used Trubor. I'm looking for the classifieds but I guess i don't have enough post yet?
Vortex pts 1x4 subtention lines line up great for 200, 300, 400, 500 yds. At one of the clubs I shoot 3gun we always shoot out to 500. It also has a true 1x that always you to shoot both eyes open without double vision.
It's funny my friends shine a light over their powder drop stage to make sure they don't double charge a round. My other friends that load 9 major shine a light over the powder drop stage to make sure they fill it up all the way.
I know these two sports couldn't be more different but when I began shooting 3 gun I started winning or placing near the top in idpa and uspsa matches.
I like armadillo concealment, it swings back easy and the pockets stay open for tac reloads. The longer you wear it, it conforms to you and works even better. There are many body shapes, one vest doesn't work for everyone.