Mikeski

I have run MBX mags for almost 2 years now and never had any problems with them. I have not had to tune them. They have run right out of the packaging for me without fail.

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+1 on this. In most places these are the two most popular divisions with good reason. Most people start out in production because of the gun they already own. Like Jack said I'd shoot based on what you own and go from there. Here is a simple comparison on the two in my opinion. Production - Everyone is scored Minor. Gun modifications are kept to internal. Yes you reload more but you really learn to plan a stage, and lets face it unless you shoot PCC you will have to reload at some point. Cost is cheaper Limited - Major vs Minor scoring, More gun modifications are allowed, More magazine capacity. You will have to only reload once per stage on most stages. Dominated by custom 2011's. I started out in production and shot that for a good 10 months before I moved to limited, then shot that for a full year. Now I shoot mostly open. I do shoot the other divisions for specific matches, but thats just me.

I moved from the standard sti curved trigger to a x-line long flat and I love it. Much better feel and my finger is in a consistent position all the time.

Welcome to the forums. Where is this instructor?

I was having the same thing when I moved to the Alpha X. I adjusted the angle of the holster a bit to where I could get a smooth draw every time.

I run the evo block in my alpha-x. Works great.

I have shot both .45 and .40 in single stack. The only reason I stick with .40 is I can use the same load that I use for my limited 2011. I don't have to worry about loading 45.

Frankge - Find me next time I'm at the WAC. I can let you borrow a MBX mag for the match.

Yes it's the stock one.I I had one on my DVC.

I purchased these for my 650. I wanted different colors for each caliber. I have had no issues and they fit right in. I know he makes them for the 550 also. Dillon Precision XL650 Style toolhead Billet Aluminum CNC tool head Jofer USA

If you are referring to the IPSC World Shoot, they are every 3 years. Next one will be 2020 site TBD. The 2018 Bianchi cup I don't think has been announced yet.

Has anyone used N105 for 38SC for major? I've got a bottle and was thinking of trying it with PD 124 JHP. Just checking to see if anyone has used or is using this powder.

Agreed. Mine should be here next week.

I've got a DVC Limited in 40 and it's been great. It needs longer ammo but never had any issues with it.

I was in your shoes about a year ago when I was looking at getting into Open. Do you run 9 major or 38 Super. Everyone has made some great points here and I'll just throw my own experience in here. I shot both before I made a purchase and I felt, for me, that 38 Super was a bit softer shooting than 9 major. That could have been the guns I was shooting, but remember feel is a huge part of this game. I was not reloading at the time and since I only really shooting one match a month, so I was planning on buying from Atlanta Arms. Since they never seem to have it in stock I wound up getting a 650 to load and love it. I can really tune the load to the gun. I'll be working up a new load soon as my Atlas Chaos should be finished any day. I also like the fact that I really don't have to worry about headstamps, stepped brass or even swaged primers. I just pick up my loads after practice and leave them after a match. So I get my brass down to about 5 or 7 cents a round. So in my case 38 Super Comp was the right one for me. So for you I would say shoot them both first if you can. Hope this helps

This is what I've done in the past.

For outdoor matches I run custom plugs, and just recently got a pair of electronic ones. I'll use either or with no problem. I know a lot of guys who will have a basic plug in then when they shoot, or an Open gun runs they add the muffs. I just can't get use to the muffs outside. I sweat way too much. Indoors I'll use a pair of electronic ear muffs.

That makes sense. When I was a Golf pro we I used to video students from front and a side view. This allows you to see different things. For shooting, I am slow. As a C/D shooter I can get my hits and good ones at that, but I am always slower than the A/B shooters. I know my splits, draw and reloads are good, but I think I lose the time moving from shooting area to shooting area. So I think that 3rd person would be best for me now.

I've noticed people at matches seem to video their runs from two different perspectives. It's either first person or from a far. For those who video which view do you use and why?

I would agree with this to start. Unless you are shooting major matches where they are doing a chrono, you should be safe without one. If you reload then it's a must have. Just find a good bullet weight that works well for your gun. I know my Glock does not like 147grn but runs best with 124grn.

I have no problem running both loads in my DVC Limited and my Sig Max. I have the Wilson Combat 47d Magazines for the single stack. No issues at all. I load out to 1.180 OAL.

But doesn't he finish dead last in every event

Agreed. I run the same load in SS and Limited.

One of the joys in USPSA is you are only competing with others in your Division. So if you run your 1911 you will shoot with other types of guns, but not competing against them. If you are running a 1911 the I would stay in single stack for now. As most of the people on here will tell you, "Shoot what you have and be safe". This is going to be the best advice you can get.