Z-man

Some guys at the local range have used WST with 4.5 gr. as well (under 124gr) and said it burn pretty clean. Thanks for all the help. Anyone using 147gr. under WST?

I'm trying to find load data for Winchester Super Target. I'm loading 124gr. hp in 9mm for minor pf. I couldn't find anything on Win.'s site or my loading book. If anyone has a pet load for WST or else knows where I might find some reliable load data, I'd appreciate it.

Sounds simple enough, thanks guys!

ahah, that makes much more sense (where's the smiley face for "feels like an idiot noob"). I didn't know that'd work with a timer. One more reason to buy one. Thanks everyone for your patience and help!

Here's a noob question. I recently bought a Dillon SDB and have been reloading with Titegroup. I'd like to switch powders and try something different, but I was wondering what the easiest way to do this is. Do people usually let the powder dispenser run dry (how do you do this without getting improper charges towards the end) or do they take the dispenser off the machine, dump it out and clean the inside? The second seems the safest, but is there a "proper" way to clean the powder dispenser? Thanks for helping out a beginner!

Both good ideas for drills kevin C and wide45, unfortunately I haven't bought a timer yet (that's next on the list... I'm still paying off all the reloading stuff I just bought!). In the mean time I've been using the online timer on Matt Burkett's site for dry fire. I suppose the dry fire drill would work the same if I tapped my belt or a mag pouch instead.

Whats it like when loaded to minor, still loud and flashy (though obviously less)?

Thanks Singlestack, just what I was looking for. What DOESN'T this forum have!

Wow, cool video Flexmoney and very helpful in breaking down each step in the reload! I was thinking, is there a place in the forum where one might post videos of such a thing and then allow others to critique? It might be helpful for those of us getting things started to have others be able to see what is taking place and make critical assessments via video. Just a thought?!

I've been throwing around the idea of putting some new sights on my XD tactical for production. I'd like the Bomars that Rich does at CC, but it's a bit expensive right now. I was wondering if anyone had much luck with the Heinie slant pros or Dawson adjustable? I saw that Dawson has some new XD specific sights, but wasn't sure how comparable they might be to something like the Bomars. For those who have these different sights, how significant of a difference do you notice between those and the stock 3dots?

I'm using the CR speed pouches. They're a bit costly, but work great and can be used for other types of mags as well.

Thanks Flexmoney, what I meant to say originally was the reload starts at the proper time (which would be once the shot is called). I understand that calling the shot means knowing where the bullet will strike based upon the relationship between one's sights and the target at the time the gun is fired. Beginning a reload when the shot breaks would imply movement without a proper followthrough or "shot call". I hope/think that is the proper understanding. Please correct me if I'm wrong, I just wanted to know how to speed up that part of the reload!

I'm loading it for minor, sorry I didn't specify!

Great idea for a drill, I'll have to work on that. Oh yea, and I probably should start when I call the shot (gosh, still getting the lingo down! ).

I was wondering if anyone had any drills or ideas that would help with the following: I've noticed that once I actually start a reload, it goes well, but I'd like to decrease the amount of time during the period between firing a shot and actually starting the reload. In other words, I'd like to get to where I start the reload just as the last shot breaks. Any ideas on how to speed this part of the reload up?

Anyone tried Power Pistol in 9mm? I bought a pound on another shooter's recommendation but haven't had a chance to run through any. Any suggested loads or experience with it? I haven't had much luck searching in the forums for it.

Hi everyone! I've been spending all kinds of time (too much perhaps) researching and learning on this forum and thought I'd take the plunge and start contributing myself! It's pretty amazing to see the amount of information and help in one place, it's a real gold mine for the shooter. I've always had an interest in hunting and shooting and have recently jumped into the competitive scene. I bought an XD a few months back and have already shot in some Steel, IPSC, and bowling pin matches. I'm definitely hooked! Thanks for all the great advice posted here, I'm excited to be a forum member!