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I did do a search but didn't find much at all. I'll try again. Edit/update: Nothing of signifigance comes up w/ the search engine.

I've heard good things about these sights from "The Box O' Truth" and over at XDtalk.com. Anybody using them in production or other divisions? Looking for any insight. thanks

How about that ?!? When exactly should that go through? That's good to hear.

This doesn't surprise me after reading the rule. However... I think the fact that you can add grip tape or a rubber sleeve (which are both ADDITIONS ) but you can't change the texture is somewhat hipocritical IMHO. I don't even want to stiple my gun that bad but that rule is a little off. Does any one else feel this way?

This may belong in the rules forum but I thought this would be a good starting point. I'm a newbie and am just wondering about stipling on my pistol for production class. Is it legal? Thanks

Thanks for the honest response Buddy. I just gotta try it!

Trying to keep this thread going... I still haven't gotten a good answer on why the 147's "feel" softer. Anybody out there know?

Hey Idaho- Please post pictures when you're done w/ the 3 gun cart. Nice web site by the way.

Also, anybody else have experience w/ XD's shooting high w/ 147's? I just got a XD 9 Tactical for production so I'm looking for any info on good loads. Thanks (hope I didn't hijack this thread too bad.)

I'm new to reloading pistol ammo. Why is the heavier bullet (147 grain) perceived to have softer recoil than the lighter ones, ie 115 or 125 ?

How much $$$ ?

Just got a XD 9 Tactical for production and am really enjoying it. The only thing I'm not completely happy with is the trigger. I know most people recommend Canyon Creek or Springer for a work-over, but for now thats out of my budget. Anything I can do to reduce travel, reduce trigger pull (this may be the wrong terminology - lbs. of pull is what I mean), etc. I design and work on prosthetics for a living so I'm somewhat mechanically inclined and fairly comfortable working w/ my hands. A formal trigger job by a professional is definitely in the future but for now, is there anything I can do? Any suggestions? Thanks in advance. Most of the people on this board are always friendly and willing to help. It is much appreciated!

Dustdevil- I like your set-up. where did the wagon come from?

After handling both, I went w/ the XD. Nothing against the M&P (except that it didn't feel like it was put together in a good solid fashion), but XD felt good and fit my hand fairly well. Went out and shot it this weekend... very fun. And that's the whole point.

Now that is a sweet cart! Is that the welding cart from Harbor Freight?

I'm not a new shooter... but definitely a new IPSC shooter. I've grown up shooting all my life but IPSC is whole new ball game. So for what its worth, I know my way around most firearms, I've done some practical rifle and shotgun matches, a cowboy action match (w/ my father who loves the stuff), but no real competition pistol shooting. With that being said, feel free to edit or change your suggestions.

You guys are great! Thanks for the encouragement and the advice. I've been on other forums where they're not so nice to newbies w/ newbie questions. Keep it coming and thanks again.

I've been to a match or two, read this board daily, researched guns, and finally purchased a XD 9 Tactical. Plan on shooting production. Got XD gear w/ new purchase plus 3 more mag and extra mag pouch - gun/holster, 5 mags, 2 mag pouches, and soon will purchase CR Speed belt. Besides practice, do you more experienced guys have any advice for a newbie? Any info on practice drills, drawing, etc.? I have heard a lot about easy trigger jobs on the XD's that make a big difference. Anybody? Thanks

Just got my XD 9 tactical yesterday. Plan on shooting production and reloading so thanks for the info. Any tips for a newbie w/ a stock XD?

Nemo- After much research, looking, handling, etc., I decided on the XD Tactical. I have relatively small hands and it just felt the best. Plus I like the fact that it comes w/ holster, mags, etc., in order to get started. I've pretty much decided on 9mm also. Since I'll be shooting production AND I reload, it doesn't get any cheaper than that. I can reload if I want to but if I don't feel like it or don't have time, I can still shoot rather cheaply. And cost is a big factor for me. Thanks for all the responses w/ great info.

Lets go about this from a different angle. Which division you plan to shoot in can determine caliber and equipment so decide that first. If you are going with the 9MM then you probably want to shoot Production since everyone is scored the same even if they use a 40 short & weak. In Production all equipment must be behind the foremost point of the hip which eliminates the magazine on the zipper. The cheapest way to start is with a kydex holster & mag pouches & an 1 1/2 duty belt from a police supply & 4 belt keepers. Put the mags & holster on the belt & use the keepers, USPSA requires at least 3 or the velcro belt system. This way you can hook the belt in front like normal & it would still be usable in IDPA. The disadvantage of the velcro system is that every place that there is equipment there is a loss of adhesion so I wind up adding extra velcro. I use a velcro belt for L10 but for PSSD & Production I use the method I described. Actually reloading your own ammo is the best regardless of caliber because you can taylor it to your gun. Since you already reload my choice would be the 9MM & 147gr Precision bullets with a slower powder that you could scoop with a Lee powder scoop or make your own as I did when loading 3gr of Bullseye in a 38 Spec. Yep, I'm shooting production. I'm sorry but... belt keepers? What are they? What do they do? Again, thanks for entertaining my questions. If you don't mind me asking, why don't you reload? Just looking for as most info as possible. Mostly just because my job requires me to travel a good bit so my time at home is limited. When I'm home I tend to stick to items on my wife's honey-do list along with getting out to do other things (like shoot). If I really wanted to I'm sure I could set aside the time and it would save some money in the long run. As odd as this may sound I just don't feel like it's worth my time/effort to save what I'd save by reloading. If things ever change which let me put more rounds down range I'll dive into reloading but until then it's reloaded ammo from the likes of Miwall, Precision Delta, Atlanta A&A, etc. How much are getting ammo for from those places? And you said its "reloaded"?

First off, thanks. I really appreciate the info on the 2 piece belt - makes sense. I'll probably be shooting mostly USPSA but am definitely interested in IDPA in the future also. I'm fairly aware of the USPSA rules but not so much IDPA. Can you tell me more? Thanks again.

If you don't mind me asking, why don't you reload? Just looking for as most info as possible.

What's the deal w/ the "two part" belt? What is it? Whats the purpose? Thanks for the responses so far.

Have been learning, researching, went to a local match, and now... I'm jumping in! Have decided on pistol to purchase and now would like to know 2 things. 1. Trying to decide on 9mm or .40. I know I can buy 9mm in bulk and get it for about $0.15/round. (Can anybody get it better than that? If so, where?) However, I also reload - only rifle for now but could get into .40. So... my question is what do you think is more economical: buying 9mm in bulk or reloading .40 in my basement? I could go either way, just looking for opinions and suggestions. (preferrably from those w/ a little more experience than myself) 2. What kind of belt do you guys use? Full size pistol on one side and 4 fully loaded mags on the other, those have to be some heavy duty belts. What do you use? Where did you get it? How much was it? Thanks for entertaining some newbie questions. Hopefully, I can share this w/ another newbie some day.