Jay1957
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Looking for experiences with the Hogue Big But with just the top finger groove? I like the way the top groove lock my grip in, but the other ones never seem to fit right. I went to a no groove big but and like it, but I am finding occasions where my grip is off and accuracy suffers. I have begun shooting ICORE with my 627. I really noticed to when I bought and started shooting a 625. With the finger groove monogrip that came on it I was very accurate…she I paid attention. When I changed it to the no groove big but my results suffered. Not really interested in custom fit grips, but would like to hear peoples experiences with the top groove only grips.
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38 minutes ago, belus said:
I was thinking this one where the previous owner went the extra step to tri-top the slide.
You'd want an extra two magazines and mag pouches for USPSA but it's otherwise ready to run. It's perfect for IDPA ESP as is.
Window shopping for the perfect gun can be fun but it doesn't change your scores. It's also important to get some regular match time under your belt before you drop a lot of money on gear. Don't outsource your preferences to other people's opinions; experiment yourself and see if changes actually have an impact on your own performance.It was tri-topped from STI. I never ran it in Single Stack because I lost one of my mags. I was shooting Limited with my STI Edge at the time. Now I’m punishing myself in Revolver.
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Thanks for all the thoughts. Decided to keep 550. Primarily for load development.
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9 hours ago, rdinga said:
My journey was over 20 years....owning lots of machines, owning machines one for large primer and one for small. Do this, do that...
At the last cross road, I sold a spare 550 and a Square deal. Purchased a dedicated 1050 in 9mm. IT's been fun. I am now spoiled my the 1050 and want to go .40 full time. My loading partner Jack Russell is going to have to kick in and buy dad a used 1050 for .40
My first press was a used RCBS Junior 39 years ago, loading 9mm for pistol and .243 and 6mm for rifle, I still have it. In the 90s I got hooked on Skeet and ended up with 4 MECs for 12, 20, 28 and .410. At this point I really like the 650, and caliber changes aren’t bad. I’ve come a long way from the RCBS and hand priming...
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Thanks for all the feedback. Some great points I hadn’t thought of. Got a friend who might want it, otherwise I’ll likely keep it.
Best response was “you can never have to many Dillons.”
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26 minutes ago, m700 said:
Do you load any rifle? I kept mine for loading rifle rounds. My Rifle loads vary by rifle bullet type etc and I usually have to small batch each load to make range boxes and test.
I would hold onto it because you will only get a 3-400 for it with all the conversions. If you do load or have any plans to load rifle Keep it and sell of your conversion kits.
No plans to load rifle. It really comes down to having a machine I don’t need, or some cash to reinvest elsewhere. I appreciate your thoughts.
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I began several years ago with the RL 550 loading 9mm, and eventually added 38 Special, .40 S&W, and recently 38 Short Colt. I bought a new 650 with a case feeder in the last year in .40 and just finished getting conversions to the other rounds I load. I tend to load in bulk runs so I never run low. With Dillon’s excellent support I am wondering why keep the 550. Any opinions?
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I reload in the house in a large closet I was able to dedicate to reloading. To keep the machine clean my Wife made me a cover for the 650 with a .case feeder. Pretty simple if you have a sewing machine.
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Converted my 650 for 38 Short Colt with Dillon’s recommended parts last night. Runs great! Next question is whether I keep my 550. With Dillon’s great support, and the fact that I try to stay way ahead on loading I can see the 550 just gathering dust. I’m also going to post over in reloading as well, but wanted to follow up here on the 38 Short Colt experience.
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I love N320. Ordered what I need from Dillon this afternoon. Thanks for the feedback.
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Thanks. I have reached out to them as well. Was also hoping to hear some experiences it and how the machine performed.
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I’ve been loading 38 Short Colt on my 550 and with my volume picking up I’m thinking about converting my 650 for it. Aside from the station 1 locator, #2 shell plate and pins cane someone tell me what bushings I need to use? Any experience would be appreciated.
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+1 Blue Bullets. Forum membership gets you a discount as well.
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Thanks. I’ve decided on the 160 Bayou Bullet over 3 Grp Tite Group, but will probably switch to VV N320, which burns a bunch cleaner. Aside from weight, the main reason I am changing is color. I shoot Blue Bullets in 9mm and don’t want to mix them up.
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On 3/10/2019 at 5:59 PM, Water63 said:
I cut down Rem and Fed for my 627 because that is what fits my clips. I'm running short colt length with 147 blue bullets and TG powder making minor at 130 PF
Just getting into revolver with short colt and plan on TG and the 147 Blue Bullet. What’s a good starting point for TG and OAL?
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Revolver (38 Special) shooters have squid plroblems with light loads. Small amount of powder in a large case gets up against bullet a long way from primer. Happened to me once. Evident by unburned powder.
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14 minutes ago, jcc7x7 said:
As it has been said many times before all S&W's are your starter kit, short block if you will, to build on.
Most will get you started just fine.
Then you'll want to up grade it.
trigger work
Smooth it out
etc etc etc
Been there before. This is my IDPA revolver. Old Arkansas Department of Corrections gun. $299, but in good shape. Off to the local gunsmith and $350 dollars later I had a fantastic competition gun.
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1 hour ago, jcc7x7 said:
Shot one for years and honestly for 90% of the matches I shoot it's great.
Couple of the sectional type matches with a few 50 yd. shots the longer sight radius is nice
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Honestly not necessary for as few of those as we come across.
If the price is right and it's tight. It would be a great revo to work with!
Thanks. It’s a smaller shop that I have done business with an I feel they will deal. I’ve given it a reasonable look and it seems tight and unmodified with a low round count. Time to give it a closer inspection.
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Any thoughts on the 627 with the 4” barrel? There’s a used one at a local shop.
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Small stainless brush and a can of carburetor cleaner.
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If you shoot for fun, let it roll off. Most of us shoot to improve. In that case go to the range with a purpose. What are you not doing well, or what do you need to work on. As you shoot the match, walk through the stage with your goals in mind and mentally review the stage after you shoot it.
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I appreciate the lead on Ratcheting buckles. Just ordered.
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What these responses tell me is it doesn’t matter. Keep it clean, keep it lubed. Dry don’t work. That’s been my experience over many years.
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Slightly different take. I shoot limited and plan the stage for reloads, including allowances for potential extra shots. I never count, except if I am shooting revolver, which I have done a bunch of in IDPA.
Hogue Grip Question
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Decided to go with the Hogue grip with finger grooves, checkered with cap instead of big Butt. Solid grip with strong hand and support hand not jammed by the butt. Feel much stronger grip with support hand.