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  1. Sean Hannity is probably better on the gun issues, but Bill O'Reilly reaches the largest audience. I had to post this after mentioning a poll on cnn-com (deliberately not a clickable link - I don't actually want to help their site!). CNNs home page polls last one day. I try to vote there to counterbalance the Liberal Fascists who overpopulate the LameStream Media. Please let me know if they post the results somewhere. Richard
  2. www.cnn.com again has a poll on banning magazines that hold more than 10 rounds. As of 1-19-2011 1:20 p.m. the YESs are winning. Please vote no. Poll on cnn home page
  3. As an A class shooter, it is not likely but possible that you could shoot one classifier above 100%. It already would not count because of the 15% rule, but the USPSA staff would also likely treat it as a mistake, either by the timer RO or in the stage setup. Entering a score over 100% would make it one of the top 3 scores and would affect everyone's score from then out. This happens usually when a GM tops a previous GM score, and sometimes when a Master class shooter is moving up, so it is unlikely that a decision to disallow a 100+ score by an A class shooter would be reversed.
  4. Not only is the Glock 21 Legal for CDP, it is legal for all non-revolver categories. CDP starts 8+1 with 8 rounds in each spare mag and has minimum PF 165, SSP and ESP start 10+1 with 10 rounds in each spare mag an has minimum PF 125. The same is true of most other double-action and safe-action .45ACP guns. Those with only a safe-decocker must start decocked for SSP. Those with both a safe-decocker and a thumb safety start decocked for SSP but cocked and locked (round in chamber, hammer back, thumb safety on) for ESP or CDP.
  5. I don't think this makes a lot of difference either way, so: a. go with whatever feels better to you; b. if you have no preference, just leave the gun the way you buy it. I personally have two autos. One has a pistol grip and I have no preference.
  6. I shoot 12, but I plan on shooting He-Man or Heavy Metal if I ever go to a major match. If you are in doubt, go for 20 gauge. Hot 20 gauge shells are more reliable than weak 12. You might have to look harder for your extended tubes and mag holders but you should be able to hold one or two more shells in your hand during reloads.
  7. Let's take the example of a Glock 21 (.45 ACP) and a 6-shot revolver since you could shoot all divisions with these 2 guns. I. Glock 21 .45 ACP A. shoot with 10 rounds in magazines (10+1 at start) for SSP and ESP, with 125 (minimum) PF ammo; 2 seperate runs are required; B. shoot with 8 rounds in magazines (8+1 at start) for CDP, with 165 (minimum) PF ammo. II. S&W model 625 or 25 .45 ACP A. shoot .45 Auto Rim for SSR with 125 (minimum) PF ammo; B. shoot .45 ACP for CDR with full moon clips and 165 (minimum) PF ammo. III. 6-shot .357 revolvers A. shoot .38 SPL or .357 Mag for SSR with 125 (minimum) PF ammo; B. shoot .357 for CDR with 165 (minimum) PF ammo. Note that the ammo requirements are different depending on whether a division requires 165 or 125 PF. IMO even when you are shooting the same gun and ammo for 2 divisions on the same day, you should shoot the more restrictive division first (i.e. SSP before ESP and SSR before CDR) because there is warm-up and practice value to shooting the same gun and ammo twice. It is more realistic that you would shoot a better score if you had a gun that only met the less restricted division requirements, and IMO shooting that division 2nd partly makes up for not using a "better" gun. BTW I am making this recommendations on the assumption that you want to save $ on guns and ammo, not to suggest that you should ever do anything to distort your classifier scores. Although there is no actual rule, some people frown on using downloaded .45 and .357 ammo. However, for a classifier shooting the most competitive ammo will give you a more realistic classification for that division. Make your own choice based on budget and preference.
  8. I discussed it back when we were speculating on whether we could get SS to be a permanent Division. I guess we could resort to our own advice to newbees, and do a search.
  9. Don't shoot steel designed for centerfire with 22LR. Although you won't get lethal riccochets, you can get bounce-backs that might break the skin or even require minor surgery. For 22s, use steel designed for 22s.
  10. It's better to have a mover not visible until activated. Otherwise, someone will shoot the activator popper and then could shoot the mover as it just barely begins to move. He has complied with the stage description but has gamed it to where the mover is no more difficult than a static target.
  11. Don't mess with the ready conditions, and don't do "dumb stuff" in "real life." Some single-action guns can be safely carried with the hammer down on a loaded chamber; others could discharge if dropped on the exposed hammer. The standardized USPSA and IPSC ready conditions ensure that a stage designer does not create a start position that may be unsafe for some guns.
  12. No one needs a hot gun at an USPSA match where the LE and 50 potential instant deputies are wearing a gun and several loaded magazines.
  13. IMO it is more important to tell a new shooter that we did not coach him because it is against the rules, except in the interest of safety. I don't want anyone thinking that we were just being mean and overly competitive when we don't point out a steel still standing or that he was over a fault line.
  14. You did great. One simple suggestion for all ROs that deal with a shooter who approaches the 180 too often. I take the shooter aside, and tell him/her that I am about to give advice about muzzle direction. I discuss that although pointing a gun exactly at the 180 (90 degrees from downrange) is just barely within the rules, it's still a bad idea. Another RO might not see the 180 exactly where you think it is and might DQ you. Don't scare spectators and other shooters. Sometimes you have to engage a target close to the 180; just don't move the gun any further. When running left or right, angle the muzzle downrange. And during "Unload and Show Clear," point the gun downrange into the birm. Keep giving warnings when necessary, and give procedurals or DQs exactly when the rule book says to do so.
  15. My Standard-8 idea is still dead in the water. However, should Vince Pinto or other non-US IPSCers decide they want something like Single-Stack or L-10, they will invariably follow their tradition of NEVER making a Division identical to USPSA (except for Open). They might pick up the Standard-8 idea because it is similar and because (most importantly) it would not have identical rules to an USPSA Division. Even then, L-10 and Single-Stack would be safe from being merged into Standard-8 because USPSA will also NEVER change a division to be identical to an IPSC Division.
  16. There is some costs in modifiying a gun, especially if you use a gunsmith. A barrel and bushing should be about US$180 to US$200, plus fitting cost if you use a match barrel (instead of a drop-in which is cheaper but less accurate). However, it is less expensive to retrofit a gun with parts that comply with the SS Division rules than to buy another gun. Also, in some countries it should be easier to buy gun parts than an entire gun; your gunsmith or gun dealer can probably do that for you if a Brownells shipment would possibly get stuck at customs. You were going to fire 40,000 to 100,000 rounds and wear out your barrel anyway, weren't you? ;-)
  17. This is perfectly legal. This happens sometimes unexpectedly when someone's gun breaks and the best suitable "loaner" is being used by another competitor who does not mind sharing but is scheduled to shoot at the same time. Richard
  18. Definitely no such rule. If you're concerned that you may inadvertently draw your gun, or out of courtesy to someone that says it makes them nervous, practice the turn with your fingers interlaced behind your head. I usually get in the start position before loading. If the RO says "Load and Make Ready," I turn and draw the same as I would at the beep, then load. However, if the RO says "face downrange" I practice my turn only and make sure I do not touch the gun until he says "Load and Make Ready." People that shoot other shooting sports sometimes get confused and give you too much advice. If you shoot a non-USPSA match, make sure you know those rules, as practicing or rehearsing anything may not be allowed in those venues. Richard
  19. I think this has to do with the President having exclusive control over foreign policy, with the exception of Declarations of Wars and Ratification of Treaties. The only good thing about executive orders is that they can be superceded by the next President. Richard
  20. This is actually a very important question. Not checking head space can result in: 1. Failure to fully chamber; or 2. Case failure! Richard
  21. Night sights are only better than fiber optics in complete darkness or in extremely dark conditions. Even in a dark house, the fiber optics will pick up the light from your flashlight. Rob Leatham, a frequent nationals winner, says he ignores fiber optics under normal conditions, but when you need them, YOU REALLY NEED THEM. So there is no point on quibbling over this ruling: just install fiber-optic sights and keep them on the whole time. Richard
  22. Definitely ban the faulty holster, both for safety and fairness. Also, if anyone protests the scores already shot, he should be required to reshoot them with an appropriate holster. Richard
  23. Definitely ban the faulty holster, both for safety and fairness. Also, if anyone protests the scores already shot, he should be required to reshoot them with an appropriate holster. Richard
  24. If someone had witnesses and words the complaint correctly, this deliberate violation of a major safety rule could possibly result in the expulsion from USPSA of the shooter carrying hot and of the match director (MD). The other problem I see is that if you allow one violation of a major safety rule, then it is likely that other safety rules will be violated. I also agree with other posters that allowing any safety violation will scare people away. Richard
  25. You could get one or two 140mm length magazines, and a couple mag holders with adjustable cant for wear in front. For USPSA, Limited and Limited-10 have no restrictions on holster and mag pouch placement. I use Safariland mag holders purchased at Shooters Connection http://www.shootersconnection.com/ Richard
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