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Thanks everyone ! To give an update I have made the switch. I have a Hard Chromed Trojan 9mm on the way from Oak Hill. I also ordered the Dawson ice no-gap magwell and 4 mags from Dawson. Everything should arrive in the mail this coming Monday or Tuesday!

Thanks for all the feed back. I am using the middle blackstrap and the entire grip is covered in grip tape. It does not move around in my hand. My issue is that when I draw and aim at target I realize it is way off. I then need to shift it around prior to taking my first shot. The pistol gear slide stop does not hang down low like the stock one. I thought about modifying the pistol gear slid stop by cutting the rear section off. I think I my be selling the 5.25 soon (currently working a deal, pending shipping cost.) I will let you know how it turns out.

Thanks, from reading the rules that's what I thought. I just wanted to make sure so I do not pick up bad habits.

I am going to switch over to a 9mm 1911. I have seen people load two different ways, and I want to find out if both are acceptable in IDPA. 1st- (I know this is the correct way) All magazines loaded to 10 rounds. When you point down range load a round in the chamber, than insert a full 10 round magazine (10+1 to start the round.) I see some people that load all magazines to 10 rounds, but start the round at 9+1 (they do not switch magazines after loading a round in the chamber.) Is this legal as long as you shoot the entire match this way?

I agree I came into this pretty much set on the Trojan. I posted it in the XD section to see if anyone out there had both and feel the XDM has a leg up for IDPA. The undercut trigger is a big plus for me, and the main reason I am not interested in the Spartan. I am all set up with the reloading equipment. In my case the most expensive part of this sport is the bribes to the wife (I get a gun she gets a purse. I buy another gun , she gets some other over priced item.) Unfortunatly the XDM may sold to get her something. I may try to convince her to let me have both, I am just not sure if that is a battle I want to start

I wish I could! My wife just doesn't understand!

Thanks for the responses. I was thinking about a cz 75 from cz custom shop, but decided against it because I can not find one to hold. I can not see spending that much and hoping it fits my hand. Years ago I was trying to get equipped to shot in some USPSA matches and had a used Brazos Customes limited 2011. That had an awesome trigger, although a little light for what I am looking for now. I am leaning towards Trojan from Dawson Percision with the no gap ice magwell with their magazines. It sounds like a 1911 9mm (if running correct) is the ultimate "gaming gun." I guess I am just trying to find out if others feel the exact opposit and feel the 5.25 has an advantage in IDPA

I am looking for feedback from individuals that own both. I have been reading other posts in the XD(M) section and see a few people that shoot both firearms. I recently started shooting again (8/2011) after a 4-5 year break. Before my long break I shot some IDPA, but was not too involved. I always shot a 1911 (Kimber team match II in .38 Super, or a Kimber pro Carry in 9mm.)Both were sold years ago. I Currently own a XDM 5.25 in 9mm with the PRP Ultimate Match grade trigger and the pistol gear extended slide stop. I use this gun strictly for IDPA (ESP.) I like the gun and I shoot it pretty well. I do have a few issues that I am hung up on. 95% of the time my slide will not lock back after my last shot. This is a problem with my grip that I can not seem to break. My strong hand thumb is too high and rides the slide stop. I put the Pistol Gear slide stop on to help, but it did not make a difference. The other issue is it does not feel as natural in my hand and I am always shifting the gun in my hand after the draw. I know both of the issues can be corrected with practice/training. I have owned an STI Shadow 9mm and had good luck with exception to the finish. Before I sell the XDM for the Trojan I want to get a feel for other peoples experience (I know I should keep the XDM 5.25 and just buy the Trojan, but per my wife that is not an option. ) For those that own both: In your opinion what are the pros and Cons of the two guns. If you could only own one which one would YOU choose? Please keep in mind that either gun will be used strictly for IDPA (ESP.) Thanks for any feedback you can give me.

Here is mine after I built it. It did not take long to make a mess. Sorry about the poor quality iPhone pics.

I enjoy sitting,taking my time, and listing to the "Gun Talk" podcast when I reload. It sure is a nice break from my two small (but very loud) boys.

Do you notice much of a difference in recoil with the factory spring vs. the 14 lb. wolf spring? I shoot the same load (147 FMJ with 3.2 TG.)

I found the XDM grip slippery and for me this seemed to cause more wear on my hands. I used 3m grip tape (made for ladder steps) from a hardware store and wrapped my grips. Now my hand sticks like glue and the problem was solved.

I could not be happier with the powder river trigger in my 5.25!

Thanks,I purchased Mike's e-book this afternoon. I will definitely be buying yours as well.

In my current situation I attend an IDPA practice match every 1-2 weeks. I do not get much time to practice (live fire) outside of the IDPA matches. Will Mike Seeklander's book be beneficial to someone that can only practice by dry-firing? I am looking for training material for the mental game and for dry firing. Any recommendations?

Amazon.com has it both in hard-copy and for the Kindle. BarnesandNoble.com has it both ways also (although for their "Nook" e-reader). Looking through all the different books mentioned above it appears that only Mike Seeklander's books are available on an e-reader. Does anyone know of other training books available for the kindle?

I am very happy with my PRP ultimate match grade trigger.

Looks great! How long was the wait?

+1 I know IDPA thinks that in a real life gun fight you may not know how many rounds you fire. That is the reason why practicing counting rounds should be encouraged. In my opinion if you practice counting rounds and optimizing your reloads ( reload with one round ileft n the chamber) on a weekly basis, than maybe it will become second nature in a high stress situation. I don't feel you should be penalized for good training.

I see you have the CTS also. Does the CTS fit in the IDPA box? I saw on cz customs that the custom CTS is 53 OZ. If it fits in the box do you know any combination of parts to cut 10 Oz.

The 75 Shadow is not the full length dust cover (sp01 shadow.) I was originally looking at the SP01 Shadow but switched for the reason above.

That sounds like it might work. I have been looking all over for information on a good setup. It sounds like the challenge with this gun is keeping it under the IDPA weight restriction. If I go with the SAO trigger and shoot in ESP is there any way to add a magwell and stay under the wight restriction? It looks like it comes from the factory .2 oz too heavy. Does any one have a good combination of grips, magwell, guid rod, etc. to stay under 43OZ

Thanks!

I called the CZ custom shop and it sounds like the OAL length will be too long. Now I have two more questions: 1.) If I purchase a CZ 75 Shadow and have the trigger job done that converts it to a SA only will this be legal in IDPA (ESP division?) 2.I am not to familiar with the IDPA rules regarding DA/SA. My understanding is that the first shot must be DA. Does that only apply to SSP, in ESP can I start with the hammer cocked and my first shot be SA?

I am looking at purchasing a new CZ and want to make sure it will be legal in IDPA (ESP.) I am looking at the CZ75 Shadow long slide from the CZ custom shop. Here are two links I am looking at: czcustom.com/cz75shadowlsblk.aspx czcustom.com/cz75shadowls-bblk.aspx From my understanding the stock CZ75 Shadow is legal. My concern is the two above are have triggers listed as "Pre B Configuration TS (Tactical Sports) Slide NO firing pin blocks" I do not want to invest the money only to find out I can not use it in IDPA. I am relatively new to IDPA and currently shoot the XDM 5.25. In the past I have always used 1911/2011's. With the XDM I can not seem to get a consistent grip on the draw. It always seems to be pointed to the right or left and I have to make a grip adjustment prior to the first shot. I know this is a training issue, but it just does not feel as natural in my hand compared to a 1911. I have handled the sp01 and like the way it feels, so I though I would give CZ a shot before jumping back to a 1911. Thanks for all your help.