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Did, and will do again. Used 47D's, CM's, and Metalform. Funny thing is when I release the slide while grasping it and letting it go foward slowly they feed just as nice as can be BTW, I'm running a 14# spring, and this load should be right at a PF of 170. I'm thiking I may try different poundage springs. just to see if it'll make any difference. Thanks

So far I have tried Precision 147's, and now Berry's 124 gr RN DS. With the 147's I just chalked it up as my barrel just not liking the heavier bullet. Yesterday tried the Berry's 124's over 4.2grs. of 231. Offhand at 12yds I would sometimes get one out 2.5" at 3:00, and then maybe one 3" low at 6:00 slow fire. To nullify your first thought, I can group 2.5/3" at 25 offhand with my other guns. When I loaded the Berry's I had absolutly no gouging or stripping of the plating, and do not overcrimp. I have not tried factory ammo yet. Would you suggest I try some factory 1st before I come to the conclusion that I may have barrel issues? Thanks

Not feeding. When they don't feed, the case mouth is getting torn on the barrel hood, and then I get bullet set back. I loaded these to 1.175/1.180". Much longer and they won't chamber properly. These bullets are swaged, and when they do feed there is a slight ding on the corner of the bullet's nose. This gun feeds everything else. 230 RN, HG68's, even 185gr jacketed SWC's Any suggestions? Does my gun just not like this bullet design? Thanks

I don't use a case gauge. Just my barrel. I too use dummy rounds to gauge the oal per bullet type, and barrel. Then back off about .010 or so, and go from there. Right now I'm trying some Speer 200 gr SWC. for them to chamber properly in my Springfield I have to seat them to 1.175/1.180". This bullet's nose is shorter then the standard HG68 design. If your rounds chamber properly in your barrel (w/o being seated dangerously low), and seem to feed reliably you should be good to go. BTW, on those MB's...make sure none of the poly-m is being gouged, or scraped as you seat/crimp them. This could lead to having issues Good luck

+2 on the JP Enterprises. Only thing is w/o mag extensions you really have to make sure it's seated.

Don't remember if you asked me but, I can barely get 20 in mine. 19 reloadable. With 20 I can't even rack the slide. As far as my f/o front. I have used Dawson's w/o any issues for over a year now. Good luck to Mrs. D Oh BTW....................

Truely mis-informed about IDPA. Nah. kdnoore has been shooting IDPA for years, as well as being one off the best SO's in our area. He's just making light of the situation. You mean y'all don't ever have stages like that?

Looks more like a USPSA match with IDPA Targets/Scoring. Ya know....your right. I think that's why I like Black Creek's IDPA matches so much. On warm days they won't bat an eye at throwing out cover garments. We are getting more, and more USPSA/IDPA shooters crossing over between Black Creek and Fredericksburg (USPSA) As far as I know the COF is still IDPA legal. Anybody close to Richmond (Eastern Hanover Co.) on the 2nd Saturday of the month should find us and shoot. Usually 12 stages with 120 or so rounds.

Very smart way on KC's part to mow his lawn 231 under Precision's. I have not noticed the smoke yet while shooting. Maybe I'll go down to the beach and fire some at the sunrise

"There are a lot of people here more qualified to give you advice, so I will only give you one tip. If you can't get your hits on swingers when they are moving wait for the point they stop to go the other way. Don't chase them with the sight." No, I think you are correct. I chased T3 both times. Good pickup, and advice Thanks

So try and be nice. First off my mags were not dropping. I think you'll see me lowering/shaking the gun during mag changes, and looking to see if I need to strip it With that being said I think I do need to work on keeping the gun up in front of me during mag changes. This was one of the worst matches I've had in a few months So other then the obvious (being slow), what else sticks out as me needing to work on. BTW, this was an IDPA match where they elected to not use a cover garment CDP Sharpshooter http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v319/bil...rrent=bill3.flv http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v319/bil...billduncan1.flv http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v319/bil...rrent=bill6.flv Thanks for looking, and hopfully helping

Very nice! I'm jealous. I would like just one STI

Thanks to all for the help. I know Glocks, and 1911's. Not so much about the Tanfoglio's/Witness's.

Thanks. Of course this topic is open to all with opinions, and experience.......... of the Witness Elite Match

First off.....Henning, I love your site. I go there often to view the videos Secondly, is there anything I need to be leary of with the Witness (Match)? I have a M&P9 that I'm less then thrilled with, and may trade. I'm guessing the primary use for this one will be IDPA ESP. My other questions would be.... What type accuracy, and reliablity can I expect with this? How durable are the parts, and are they readily available? Is there a magwell for it that fits in the IDPA box? Any info is greatly appreciated. Thanks

Isn't that "corrosive"? There's a reason I don't use that method, but I can't remember why. Won't it also remove blueing? (As I recall, I wanted this method to work so badly, because I've got a blued compensator that needed cleaning, but I can't remember now why I avoided it.) I don't know if it's corrosive or not. I was told about it by a fellow shooter whom I trust. I works for me though. Anyone with info please chime in

I am very proud to say that they are some of my new teammates! I stopped shooting in July because in March I will be a mom. Exciting times! I'll be back shooting as soon as I can though. I miss it way too much already! All the best, Julie Congratulations Julie!!!! +1! I wonder how many pair's of Jr. ear muffs you'll recieve at your baby shower All the best!

I've had good luck with a 50/50 mixture of peroxide, and white vinagar. Plug the end of your barrel, and let it soak for about 10-15 min.

+2 for the RN Thanks Cuz. That's the knda info I'm looking for. Guess I'm leaning towards the RN DS.

+1 for there RN. Thanks

Not having any luck with 147 gr "Black Bullets" . I'm going with Berry's 124 grainers next. Do you have a preference to either there FP, HP, or RN (DS) as far as feeding, accuracy? Also, if you have load info using either 231 or Titergroup that'll be great too. Thanks

FWIW, I have to load these bullets to 1.200" in my stock Springfield 1911 barrel. I'm using 231 though so I can't help you there.

For IDPA I don't think you can beat a 5.11 style vest. If you want to use what you normally wear for daily carry.....then there you go. When it's REAL cold I'll wear my coat.

Congrats! I hope to make B someday. I need to learn to engage my brain first

String 1.....After the 1st 4 shots I stood there with my thumb up my *&%#@! Wasted a good 3 seconds! Finished with 88pts. 20.58 sec. and a Mike on T2.....Go fiqure This was my 5th classifier shot to date. Should have been much better. Oh well.........