StuckinMS
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We use the Wilson 47 in our Sig max which has the ice magwell also. We put the extended base pad on. It fits the box just right
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Yes and Nordic makes it. Or at least they did a few years ago when I bought mine. My gun has always ran fine.
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9 hours ago, scroadkill said:
I'm a mid B in USPSA - about 70 matches in spread over 19 months - c. 80% of Limited division winner on an average day - maybe 85% on a great day - but I am shooting with a minor handicap so I have to try for As - slows me down some. My stage plans are starting to get more detailed.
I annotated these
video of 08.04 : https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=6fNfOnZY_IA
video of 07.28: https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=cdF1HZeiMUAI'm thinking my issue is too much chit-chat and not enough focused visualization (thanks RAP), and maybe trying to push past my ability when squadding with the better shooters.
Generally I help RO at local matches so I try to hand it to someone else 1 shooter before me so I can gain some focus. My son seems to be in constant focus. He actually, from shooting single stack, is good at stage break down. Shooting minor in limited is a set back. I would try to change that. Sometimes it helps to walk the stages behind the walls to get a clearer visual of those hidden targets. I count shots per shooting spot during my walk through and plan my reloads in relation. Never try to force yourself into a 1 for 1 situation. It is usually better to perform an extra reload on the move than to get caught having to reload standing still. You seem to be doing good considering you only havd 70 matches in. I also like to squad with much better shooters(Almost all are better than myself) just to watch how each one attacks a stage, copes with a malfunction, etc. Then I don't necessarily try to run with them but just mimick their plan and see how it works for me. I am the odd guy sometimes, I like shooting right to left instead of left to right. Lots of practice will tell you where your strengths lie and what method works best for you. Once you determine those 2 things just practice that weak area until you can put it in the strength column and so on. You will get there.
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7 hours ago, Jammer1911 said:
Whether the RO sees the chamber clear or not, "If, Clear Hammer Down" and it goes bang, it is still on the shooter. That is why its not "I see clear, hammer down". all actions are on the shooter, the RO should not deviate from the Official Commands. If the shooter fails to comply then its a DQ under 10.6.1 as stated. At Level 1 matches I see alot of inconsistencies and that is what causes alot of confusion. It is a dis-service to competitors to deviate at local matches. JMHO
I concur! Often at local matches same people squad together and become "too" comfortable and get lax on the rules. It should very much so, be avoided. It's a huge misjudgment on all parties for that to happen. No one wants to spend time and money traveling to a larger match to DQ. So do yourself a favor at your local, and make sure everyone practices keeping full compliance within the rules.
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2 hours ago, TimBoettcher said:
It’s been a few years since I’ve built an open gun. I built this one for me.. just cause
Sending it out next week for hard chrome.
Very cool!
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Without knowing you exact level of experience, I would say it is a mix between what hi power jack said and just putting too much conscience effort into executing your plan perfectly , too fast for yourself. Slow it down! Learn how to developed great stage plans, remember that smooth is fast, breathe and execute at your level. Push past your level only in practice. Shave some time for the match and be smooth. Experience will naturally increase your efficiency and lower your times. Get your hits, shoot clean and smooth! You got this
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7 minutes ago, Hi-Power Jack said:
I had one woman who had just moved up to the country from The City,
and she called the police complaining about my shooting many times.
They kept telling her I had the right to shoot on my 35 acres.
One day I honored her request to shoot a rabid raccoon on her
front lawn, and she never complained about my shooting after that
Amazing how gun owners become their best friend when we are there in their time of need.
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Welcome to the forum Philly! Gun ownership and competition is way cooler than those lefty people want everyone to know! You should find plenty of info on here for you.
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On 7/23/2018 at 5:47 PM, stick said:
Mental distractions? How about a 3 year ongoing divorce? I was a basket case. I learned to focus on things that will improve my life, my kids and let my lawyer deal with all of the stuff going on. I'm mentally stronger now than I have ever been in my life. This process has taught me to focus and to ignore all of the "outside noise".
Good for you Stick! Turning those negatives into motivation to concentrate on other things can be a huge asset!
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Finally made A class. Almost skipped into Master but fell just short.
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4 hours ago, HoMiE said:
Go check out this Rob Latham video...
Spoken by one of the greatest pistol shooters in the universe. So true.
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The 5.25 competition model Springfield Armory 9mm is a great production gun also.
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2 hours ago, benos said:
Over 20 years of competing, I never stopped reminding myself to not rush.
Amen! Smooth is fast.
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I use the blue Wilson shock buffs. Just change it out every 2 months and keep rolling.
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10 hours ago, Mason said:
Thanks for all the reply’s! I ended up getting it from midsouth for right under 400$ and free shipping. I got it set up and couldn’t be happier
Congrats!
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We thank God and him for his service to our country! God bless the family he served as well!
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Lol. You should always be weary of the stage plan your competitors give you....especially if they are shooting after you in the line up! Bottom is quickest, just learn how to do it. Main thing is to go 1 for 1, obviously.
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I will buy it and go through it so you don't have to worry about it. I would go it for you, not for me. Just how nice I am.
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Started and still use the xdm 5.25 competition for production and love it!
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Cool! Glad to know that state still has some pro gun supporters! Welcome!
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"The pessimists see difficulty in every opportunity, the optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty "
Winston Churchill
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Change your powder. Those pressure signs are no good and your load evidently is not going to work for you. Some variance from batch to batch is expected, although you state they are the same batch, but going from no pressure signs to lots of pressure would keep me away from that powder.
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16 hours ago, kmanick said:
ran my second USPSA match today.............and D'Q'd LOl! oh well better to get it over with,
got to stage 4 of 6 (the classifier unfortunately) and stepped into the start box. I drew my CZ and started lining up my first shots and heard "STOP!"
I drew before the RO said "make ready" .....DOH!!!
Ironically one stage later the RO that Dq'd me DQ'd as well. He was shooting an STI and forgot to put the safety on. As he drew for his first shot he fired a shot
right into the dirt 5 feet in front of him.......................................Done
oh well a day of lessons learned
He should have been DQ'D before the AD. The safety must be engaged anytime gun is loaded and holstered. You learned 3 lessons to avoid in 1 match. Enjoy the sport, shoot safely, and welcome to uspsa!
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9 hours ago, CrashDodson said:
Putting tape and now a magic dot over my left eye was a complete game changer. It helped propel me out of C class and likely is what kept me motivated to stay in the sport. My eye issues were frustrating enough that I considered finding another money sink to fill my time.
Congrats on figuring it out! I am legally blind in my left eye and getting there with my right. I just close my left eye. It took lots of dry fire to train the habit, but it saved me from throwing away some nice toys!
1911 *must have* Upgrades for USPSA
in 1911-style Pistols
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Amen! The Sig max is a great starting platform. It has great sights, Dawson magwell, Koenig firing group, good accuracy, great grips. You will have to adjust trigger weight, possibly pin grip safety (if you feel the need). Dang, they should be paying me for this LOL.