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Did they change that model to a bushing barrel? I have the bull version set up for 40/10 that after a raised mag catch and ramp shaping and polishing runs great, but the bull barrel makes it a no go. I, in my wisdom, didn't realize that the bull barrel prohibited it from SS. I could shoot L10, but if I decide to go to Nats this year, it would be nice to have at least a few people to shoot against. If the rules changed or it's a bushing, it would be worth it. Thanks! Jason

I'm thinking about picking up a bushing barrel 10 mm for conversion to 40. I'm shooting SS this year, then transitioning to LTD next year. I could just load one caliber major for USPSA and minor for SCSA; no spp/lpp hastle for 45 ACP; and no flopping my press between 45 & 9. I know getting 10 round mags to run in 40 can be tricky, but I've sorted that in the past, plus 9 in the mag for steel challenge is good enough. Since it's a 9 month investment, I'm thinking about just picking up a 10 mm Ronin and a "fit" Nowlin barrel in the caliber everyone loves to hate. An EGW raised catch and a magwell. A bit of polish and (possibly) a main and recoil spring change and I should be gtg for about $1300. I already have 8 Tripp's with the collapsible follower. Is their a better 10 mm 1911 to convert for around a grand? Thanks, Jason A

I'd think it would be easier to explain it thusly: No magwell 15 rounds in mag at *beeeep* No SA triggers Aaand GO! Jason

I replaced the cross pin and the sight still flopped. I replaced the fs with one I had from my sp 01. The sight is now tight. Thanks, Jason

I feel like USPSA is in a transitional state. With 90(ish) % of shooters using dots, partials, NS's and distance shots are less challenging. The capacity boom brought in by CO, PCC and now LO has ushered in what I call "hitchy" stages. Odd target arrays which take away the ability to pick a spot and hose all but a few targets. This has resulted in intricate stages with multiple positions required. If nearly everyone has dots for tight shots and distance and extra bb's for make ups what remains to make stages challenging and interesting? The obvious answer is tighter partials, hitchy stages and forced running. Technological advancements have made the sport easier: the result is what we are seeing. Ymmv Jason

It will shift towards the muzzle, then the side the shooter sees raises out of the sight notch considerably. I think you are correct, I'm betting the cross pin is missing, badly misshapen or broken. I just decided to replace the whole front sight, maybe I should just order a new front sight pin? I'll try that first. Thanks Jason Edit- done!

IIRC correctly, the foundation for major and minor scoring was a 230 45 ACP @ 850 fps ( I think the original major was 190 PF) was believed to do more damage to the target. Conceptually , peripheral hits were rewarded more not for recoil control, but effect on target. That mindset ( factual or not) is no longer adhered to by not only competitive shooters, but many ballisticians and agencies who could be required to poke holes in people to make them stop doing very bad things. The belief of the day is 9, 40, and 45 are essentially the same. This mindset, imo, is why major scoring is questioned. It's viewed by many the same as revolvers, 1911's and iron sights as irrelevant and a throwback to less enlightened times. Just my thoughts, Jason

I acquired a Shadow 2 last November and would like to start shooting it. The rest of the gun is super slick, but the front sight moves up and down at least 1/8 to possibly 3/16 of an inch in the notch. I went to Dawson, but can't find a Shadow 2 front sight specifically listed: the only one listed is for the Orange. Is the front dovetail on a standard S2 the same as the Sp-01? Which sight do I need? Thanks! Jason

That makes sense. Thanks Jason

Would not the Castle Doctrine apply to removing your EDC in the parking lot? If I'm fully in my vehicle doesn't state law apply ? If I need to enter a building with a 30.06 sign clearly posted, I return to my vehicle, close the door, remove my gun ammo and holster, stow them properly exit the vehicle and lock the door . Upon returning, I re-arm. If I do this at a USPSA match , I can be DQ'ed? Jason

I picked up a used v comp that has had the front sight razed. I'd like the option of shooting irons with it . Does anyone have the ability or know someone who can mill or attach a front sight to a v comp unported end cap? Thanks Jason

I'd not call that lazy, I'd call that smart. I'm far to , let's say "eclectic" ( which sounds better than squirrelly... I bounce around between calibers and platforms. WAY to much to ever advance) to create and stick with one load. You've got the right idea: I've got A.D.D. ... Jason

Something to ponder, ammo that works well in your autos may or may not function well in a Revo. My experience has been long, heavy bullets with a long ogive and bearing surface shoot better. I think longer bullet corrects bullet yaw from the freebore between the chamber and the throat of the cylinder better. Good neck tension and depending on how you load, a touch more crimp may be necessary. I've never been satisfied with the accuracy of cast .356 bullets in a 627. People have success with lighter bullets, but your auto ammo *may* not be as plug and play as you like . Another option, which may or may not fit your wants and needs is 38 short or long colt. The $$$ you'd save on milling could get you 500 prices of brass, 20-30. *- TK clips and a 38 short die set. I add a 9mm factory crimp set very light to iron out everything. That being said, picking up 1000 pieces of clip specific 9 mm brass, clips and .358 bullets would be easy, too. I had tr8, sold it and wish I had it back: now I have to buy another one. Good luck on whatever you decide! Jason

Thanks! Jason

Do they reload in moon clips well? If so I'll order 500 of these and give them a go! Thanks Jason

Does anyone know of a supplier that makes a 125 or 115 rn .357 jacketed bullet. Everything I can find in that dimension is a jhp, tc , or rnfp. I'd like to minimize comp gunk. My current major of load isn't gumming things up, but my "comp" came cut wide open. I'm betting a more enclosed muzzle device would gum up. Does anyone have any experience with "hi-tek" coated bullets , comps and major pf? The info I can find shows hugely disparate results. I've been spraying down the comp before shooting and I have *less* gunk than when I started, but as I stated, it's really one giant vent at the end of the muzzle. Thanks , Jason

I generally agree with you. 38 shorts have served me well. I'm interested in the Supers for a niche I'm trying to fill. My bit of testing of the shorts loaded to 38 super specs showed good accuracy, zero bullet creep etc. I'm just wondering if I'll get decent case life due to my heavy ish roll crimp in the lube groove . Jason

I bet it's these!

Thanks for the insight. In your above post, you advised just sending it out to TK. If it's reamed, do the "standard" 38 super/9mm clips fit the cylinder? I've embarked on a fools errand of a short case major pf open load using 38 Super data. I've found what works, but I'm roll crimping 38 Short Colt brass at an oal of 1.275. I'm fearful of rapid case mouth fracturing. 38 Super/ 38 super comp brass would be a standard taper crimp which would avoid that problem. Plus, I'm just curious about the 38 super caliber. Thanks! Jason

I've only put about 100 rounds through it while I snuck away at lunch ( and got called back halfway to the range so I rushing) but it seems ok. I think I prefer the 2 moa dot over the 3, but it doesn't cover that much of my focal point at 15 yards. I thought the big knob on the left side would disrupt my vision, but it doesn't, though I have not occluded the optic in dry fire, yet. The dot just appears over the focus spot and returns as fast ( a relative term regarding my trigger speed, for certain ) as I can work the trigger . That worked out to 15 yards yesterday, which is as far as I can shoot indoors. 15 yard predictive return is acceptable for me . The only 2 issues are the disparity in dot height between the v comp and my 4 inch OSR 627. After shooting the v comp with the USSR tube, the dot sits high in the 507 window on the 627. Also this v comp is heavy, and the 5 ounce dot makes it heavier. I notice it coming from the holster and when running strong hand reload practice. The gun wants to keep moving. After nearly dropping my 625 in the shoot off at last year's IRC, I'm sensitive to the risks of rapid strong hand reloads. I fear this beast may just flip out of my grip on the ejection up flip or the muzzle down rotation. A lighter dot might minimize some of that inertia, and minimize the risk of a DQ. I'll probably change it for parity, but I'll keep it as a back up. It seems to function well. Jason

CCI mini mags are the most reliable in mine. I've tried other ammo, but invariably I end up with to clickers (any) for Steel Challenge . Mini Mags work, so I stopped looking. Jason

Awesome. If I can't find the Brownells moon clips, do standard 38 super/ 9mm fit a 627 cylinder? Thanks! Jason

What is the process and do you have the specs on the die? I'd love to be able to load 38 super in my V-Comp for major pf. I'm a 38 super dumby. Would 38 super comp brass be better for full power loads? You've piqued my interest! Jason

Here's what it looked like when I picked it up .

These are the grips.