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13 minutes ago, Posvar said:
It goes really fast. But it will only work if one actually orders one. Ask me how I know.
So are you gonna start shooting again when you get it??
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On 12/19/2022 at 9:26 PM, CalTeacher said:
I use DLC coated mags and the finish still looks great after a year. With my all black Venom Customs gun and black base pads, the mags look fantastic.
Let’s be honest, looks are like 50% of your score.
This ^^^
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On 12/24/2022 at 2:01 PM, lroy said:
So do I, but the atlas 170s were on sale for $90.
They are awesome mags. I love mine
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On 12/24/2022 at 9:52 PM, CHA-LEE said:
Sheep come in many forms and Classifications.....
He musn’t know who Cha-Lee is…
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On 12/23/2022 at 8:26 PM, Posvar said:
Yes. And if I would have ordered 6-8 months ago it would have shaved a year. My last wait with SV was 11 months and it went really fast.
11 months is not terrible, same as a form 4 basically
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On 12/18/2022 at 1:33 PM, BritinUSA said:
I think the rule is fine as it stands. The only time it would be to the detriment of the shooter is (as in this case) the original gun is Major and the backup is Minor. If a competitor is concerned about this issue then the solution is simple.
Buy (or borrow) a back-up gun that exactly matches the main gun. I see no reason to change a rule for such a rare occurrence.
Agreed, the rule is sound and logical. If you are shooting a major PF gun and the backup is a minor PF that’s a risk the shooter has to be willing to accept.
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On 12/5/2022 at 3:35 PM, mscott said:
Look at the big matches kind of like deer hunting. There’s no way anybody saves enough money on their grocery bill to justify the money spent chasing deer or other game. The big matches are similar as you are still just shooting cardboard and steel targets however there is certainly more work that goes into running them compared to a $20 match and the stages will likely be more challenging. Don’t worry about the few extra dollars spent and enjoy yourself.
Exactly how I view it. We are here for a good time… go shoot the big matches and enjoy yourself!!
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On 12/10/2022 at 8:25 PM, CHA-LEE said:
Video your shooting in Slow Motion with and without a thumb rest. Watch how the gun returns when the slide snaps forward. Let the footage tell you which setup is “better”.
Excellent advice, going to try this for sure
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On 12/4/2022 at 12:15 AM, Bakerjd said:
I'm a Lefty and love the evil hands one. There is also the everglades one which I like. My limited/Open guns all have the evil hands on them. It covers the ejection port while slide is in battery but I've fired thousands of rounds with it on multiple guns and never any issues. And I have it mounted right in front of the slide stop pin.
The range panda lefty one isn’t bad, the angle of the pad forces you to roll your weak hand further forward which is better for your grip anyways. I hated it at first but getting more and more used to it. I need to check out the Everglades one…
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4 hours ago, Posvar said:
You can also substitute the word merely and it’s even more funny
3 years
You are a patient individual. My buddy ordered one a year ago and his motto is if I never start the wait, I’ll never have one!
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My PT grip’s beaver tail doesn’t fit right straight from the factory lol. It drives me nuts!! The factory STI one actually fits better, so I would think you could use any beaver tail.
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I shot a whole season with my RTS2 and it was never dead. 20+ matches with it on all day 6-7 hrs at a time. I replaced the battery just because I’m weird but never had a dead battery issue. I would say you may have gotten a crumby batch of batteries or the optic is malfunctioning. CMore has a decent warranty program, I would give them a call
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Y’all should give Gunbutter a try. The viscosity is perfect, it stays where you put it, and the lubricity is on par with anything out there. I encourage everyone to give it a shot at least
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On 2/13/2022 at 3:35 PM, chase214 said:
is there any advantage to getting mags DLC coated and how durable is it
Not worth it on a mag IMO. We drop them in rocks and dirt and personally I just get sad when the finish gets damaged.
standard finish is what I prefer although the DLC mags do look snazzy.
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Obviously depends on gun setup but in my 2011’s I have had success running everything from SP to SR mag’s with no issues. Changes velocity slightly obviously but haven’t had issues with the guns lighting em off.
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On 12/14/2022 at 6:12 PM, DukeSoprano said:
Just installed a Trijicon SRO on my open gun, shooting an indoor practice session tomorrow night and just wondering when you turn yours on and what setting you use?
I already miss my Holosuns shake awake but I won't miss their customer service department.
I just turn mine on at the safe table at the beginning of the match and leave it on all match.
I have not had any battery life issues, they seem to last a long time.
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The brass showed up... appears to be starline 38 SC brass. It sized great in the RCBS die. I am just waiting on powder. I appreciate all the help. I am going to continue to try and find a U-die as that seems to be the best route for sizing.
Is CFE Pistol too fast for this caliber then? I have seen some people mention it.
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1 minute ago, warpspeed said:
I wouldn't get too hung up on the Lee U-die. Easy enough to switch out down the road if so desired.
The micrometer seating dies are great if you are trying or using multiple bullets ; like 124 for major and 115 for minor or SC loads. Going back and forth is a breeze. If not, then pick one.
As for 3N38, 8.0 gr is the VV starting load but I think you are going to find something north of 9.0 is going to get you major PF. If you don't have a chronograph, get one.
I have a lab radar. Its just a brand new gun, dont wanna screw anything up, sorry for the dumb questions. I ordered 1K of the 38 SC brass from Killough Shooting Sports. They said that its great brass, and very popular in the open guns. The dies were confusing me because I couldnt find dies marked Super Comp. They were all marked 38 Super. Once again, didnt want to screw anything up lol
Thank you for your help.
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16 hours ago, superdude said:
An article on the brass:
https://www.ssusa.org/articles/2019/7/23/rimless-38-super-brass-everything-you-need-to-know/
That was very informative, thank you for the link kind sir
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Im going to use 3N38 powder. The die situation is kinda s#!t right now. I cant find the Lee U-die in stock in 38 super. For now I have a redding crimp die part #31271 and an RCBS sizing die part#20237. Have not been able to acquire a seating die yet. I plan to use 124 gr. RN thats very similar to a montana gold. I hope to find a seating die soon. Any recommendations on charge weight?
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21 hours ago, warpspeed said:
yes
Some of us mix and match dies. I like the Redding Competition Seating die myself and other are true believers in the Lee U-dies for sizing.
Like Guy said, start with what's available.
What press are you loading on ?
I have a hornady single stage and the hornady progressive
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8 minutes ago, Guy Neill said:
I'm not aware of any that are not doing the job. I've generally used Redding, RCBS and Dillon.
These days it may be more of what you can find.
So as long as it says 38 super on the box, I should be good to go?
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Anyone have any die recommendations?
Thank you for the responses
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Hey guys, so I need some help.
I acquired an open setup. It is chambered in 38 Super. It is not stamped 38 super comp. I guess these are the same thing? One is rimless? I dont fully understand what that means as I am new to the caliber.
I need help!! I dont know what die set to buy, I was told to use 3N38 powder. I did a search on here and didnt find too many specific answers. Maybe I am asking too much??
I want to learn I just would prefer not to buy stuff that isnt needed/ wont work.
Any help is greatly appreciated and the more specific, the better.
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