Blockader

Dammit, now I wanna do that.

He is talking about shooting open/unlimited class for 3-Gun, I believe. With a good 9mm handload it should be plenty soft for 3-Gun open with no comp needed. Since slide mounted optics also puts you in open in our game, the TSO with the frame mount red dot would have an advantage over the non 2011 pistols you see in open. I shoot my TSO in Tac Ops and have no plans on changing. I do carry a box of factory 124 grn for spinners and stars though.

I use the zoro 20/40 grit. it is pretty fine. Works great and is a lifetime supply. It is a bit dusty though.

Build it.

50/50 headshots on steel at 10 yards. Then from a draw. Then fully loaded. Then faster 50/50 draws into center of plate. Then fully loaded at different distances. Then add in some more targets for transitions. Then change number of shots per target. Mix in 50/50 headshots once in awhile. There are endless permutations so it stays interesting and multiple skills are covered at once. Watch the sights, work the tigger.

You know, for $1700 you'd think CZ could color code or tag the springs. Although if I had inexhaustable access to $1 liters of Czech Pilsners I probably wouldn't get a lot of color coding or tagging done either.

My information was just verified by my right hand. Pulling back the slide.

I don't think this is correct, at least with the springs that came with my TSO. The one that came in the gun has noticeably denser coil count, that is the 16. Of the other two the shorter one is absolutely the 11 lb as it is noticeably easier to rack than the longest spring which is noticeably easier than the stock.

I have used many Aero stripped uppers and lowers. I particularly like their enhanced upper design for easy gas tube alignment and super secure hand guard.

The McFadden lightning grip loader has worked great for me for years. Only downside is they do not have an adapter for ruger factory 10/22 mags.

A 16" intermediate will be very close to 18" rifle, so you would probably be best deciding based on the format of the matches you will attend, ie lots of tight hallways and windows or tons of long range etc. In the long run it doesn't have to be an either or situation, as you can build a few different uppers to select from depending on the specific match layout.

I really hate being on squads that have an atmosphere of rush. It's usually just a few people pushing it and most of the time those rushed squads just end up waiting at the next stage while the previous squad finishes anyway. Often the rushers seem to be the least likely to reset too. I can think of one individual in particular. This is supposed to be fun and that atmosphere can ruin it. There is a difference between running smoothly in a timely fashion and rushing, which is conducive to neither fun nor safety.

I got the Taccom 8s to start out and am still using them. The quad load models work fine for dueces too, i load weak hand quads but strong hand dueces with the same model. Some of the others look less bulky and more ergonomic, but I feel there are plenty of things above shell loading on the list of stuff holding me back haha. All that's to say, the most important thing is just to get what you can afford and get started. It makes the rest of feel way better about having this disease when we see other people getting it too.

17L...

Hows the blast, concussion, and noise compared to the SJC? Video looks great and your results are slightly better than I have been able to get with my Armalite brake (more like 4" pairs @ 50 yards), but with what seems like a lot less effort (ie no drilling).

Here is a thread I created with my experience: https://forums.brianenos.com/topic/270931-taccom-shortstroke-upgrade/ I believe how much you get from the various buffer systems is somewhat load dependant, but in general the Taccom system is beneficial and with the short stroke it's even better. I can't compare it to other brands though. If you are using this PCC for matches you will be best served by developing a fairly light load to push a fairly light bolt. The buffer system is a bit secondary to that as far as overall impact on impulse.

My main PCC is NFA side charger upper. The LRBHO worked great before I short stroked it.

Here's a thread I started with some 9mm light load data for SP. https://forums.brianenos.com/topic/269957-9mm-sport-pistol-light-load-data/ I agree it has some temp sensitivity, but that's normal. I haven't had too much trouble getting it from Grafs.

Check with Steadman Holsters for TSO holsters that can accommodate thumbrest and also dot mount. He did mine with a thumb screw so I can easily crank it real tight for 3 gun match or back it off for steel challenge, uspsa, etc. TS holsters are always right around $50. Orange base plate units are more.

If you really want to use the same pistol for both, you'd be better off with the S2. 9mm is an advantage in tac ops and production. The TSO in 9 will be great for 3 Gun but a disadvantage in limited. In .40 it would be great for limited but a disadvantage in 3g.

Awesome man, I'm glad this setup is working for you. Its been flawless for me. I shoot wolf gold for hoser and medium range (<300) but if you want some lighter than m193 premanufactured ammo you can try the PMC bronze to get even more softness. I'm interested to hear your thoughts on that comp once you get it tuned and all. There is no user info on it yet.

All the main commercial 9mm 115 gn ammo has about the same recoil impulse in my experience. WWB, UMC/Rem, etc. Wolf and Tula steel case is softer, but very dirty. Federal Syntec line is a bit softer, but not $8 a box, which was part of your stipulations. Reloading is about the only way to get cheap light loads probably.

If it is indeed out running the mag, logic suggests its the higher return velocity of your ultra light bolt and buffer pushed with full strength spring. A reduced 10% buffer spring might fix it.

Hmm. Would it lock back on an empty mag? I would load one round in the mag and turn the gas all the way up and make sure it locks back. Then run the gas down until it doesn't lock back and go back open a click or two. Then load a mag with 30 and try it, then one with 10. That would diagnose a lot. I have never used the TTI spring and google won't tell me whether its reduced or what not, but I have used regular carbine, -10% rifle, and Tubb springs with this buffer method with fine results. So you could swap in some different springs and see what happens. Just make sure you use the dowel to push back bcg into the tube to make sure you have enough quarters to clear the receiver when you switch springs. Just to be sure. Out running the mag would explain why turning up the gas didn't help anything. I have not used this buffer method with ultra light BCGs like the Whiskey Arms, only middle weight BCGs. So thats one X factor for sure. Honestly, I have a range on my farm so I can easily make adjustments and immediately test them. If you are having to make range trips with a bunch of components to test out, you might be better off just using the lightened rifle buffer and calling it good enough.

What kind of malfunctions were occuring? Was it still not 100% with the rifle buffer?