DarthMuffin

I normally shoot my SLP MK2 with a LM choke in multigun, and I love it. I'm signing up for a match that uses time plus scoring which doesn't reward major PF (which seems to be against the DVC motto, but that's another topic). Since my rifle is an AR10 I was considering shooting heavy metal tactical division, but the only shotgun I have to use is my 20" Mossberg 500 with a cylinder bore. Do you think it'll work well enough to limp me through the match? Do you think I'll be causing myself more frustration than it's worth and I should just shoot my major PF rifle in Tactical and have fun?

I'm installing my roller plunger now, I see the problem you're referring to. I went for option 3, which was to chuck the shaft of the new plunger in my dremel and sand down the mag release end until it was the same size as the old one. Seems to work nicely -- haven't test fired yet.

You want an XM25 or an EAA Airsoft clone? If you find an XM25, pick up one for me too Since Eric announced it, maybe keep an eye out on his site? http://www.ericgrauffel.com/

I'm not sure I understand here -- if a level 1 match says the shooter must remain in the shooting area and I leave and come back in without firing a shot, there's one procedural penalty per shot? So that'd be zero procedurals? Is this intended to be one procedural per shot fired from that point on since you supposedly got a competitive advantage? What if instead I faulted at the end of the same stage, say I lean out and shoot the last target around a barrier and keep on going (we call that the "flying dismount")? No shots were fired after that. I'm thinking the verbage in 10.2.9 needs some work. Here's some more food for thought: 2.3.1 c. Subject to 2.3.1.1(a) and (, an area of the range floor may be declared off limits. The area must be clearly delineated with Off-Limits Lines (Rule 2.2.1.3). Crossing an Off Limits Line is considered a Forbidden Action. 10.2.11 A competitor who commits a Forbidden Action (See Rules 2.3.1.1 and 3.2.6) will be stopped immediately and receive a zero score for the stage. Flagrant or intentional violation may be subject to disqualification (See Rule 10.6). An off-limits line is far more serious than just putting something in the stage description. I can't imagine where I would ever use an off-limits line in stage design. If you're going to do the rope or tape thing and stay back 2' from fault lines, it's easier to just put up a barrier to start with (or use the rope as a barrier. If they really want to jump or duck it, sounds like it would add some spice to the match). I'm perfectly happy with this situation too

Try some Hornady One Shot case lube. That's what I use with my U die and I've never had that problem. You don't need much -- I use a 1-2 second spray for about 1000 cases and then stir it up by hand to distribute the lube.

If it helps anyone, I did some measuring on my wife's Tanfo with the Henning short trigger vs. the stock trigger on my Limited. According to my measurements, the "medium" trigger should end up at, or at most 1mm longer than, the stock Limited trigger. That actually sounds about perfect for me. I'm not exactly sure why I need the flat trigger when it's the same length as stock and I don't have a problem (that I know of) with the stock one's shape or pull (with improved hammer, springs, etc), but I'll probably get one anyhow Right after I find out if Santa bought me the mag well I wanted...

Wow, I can't wait until we can order these! It'll make a great winter project putting that in. How would you say the medium and long triggers compare to the stock as far as size?

Very interesting posts commenting on the number of penalties the winner had. Apparently you *can* miss fast enough? I learned that plastic ammo boxes are not airline-proof (unless padded much more than mine were). Fortunately the ammo itself was fine. I learned that I have more practicing to do and a long way to go, especially in the accuracy department. I learned that I'm out of shape and have seriously committed to losing some weight now. I learned that buying new shoes the day before the match is a bad idea, even if you do bring your old shoes as a backup. Once you have blisters it's too late...

Here's links to hi-res pics (click to view or right-click, save target as...): Formal Pic and the obligatory goofy one Yours truly in the brianenos.com shirt in the back. Is there a contingency fund for that?

Sorry to hear about your DQ, but I think it's great the way you handled it. Stage 18 was our second stage of the match. I went extra slow on that one! The only thing worse than DQing is DQing right off the bat and then having to sit on your hands for 3 days.

As promised, here's the pics of squad 35, downsized to meet attachment limits. I'll post links to the full resolution versions once I get home and have access to my web server. Thank you all for a great time. I was awesome to have such a great squad -- everyone helped out (heck, I almost had to fight for a target to paste sometimes), and everyone was nice and supportive. Next time I won't have to be so hard on myself either -- I didn't realize I was the only C shooter there. I didn't shoot my potential but I thought I was doing much worse than I actually did.

Yes, the bayous are coated with something... green. Dunno what it is, but doesn't seem like moly. Some sort of trade-secret poly-something coating id guess Give them a call or email, they will sell you a hundred or so for eval. For the cost of lunch money they're well worth trying. I think you'll like them too. Bayou previously had some supply problems, but that seems worked out now. Its a one-man operation, by a Mikulek too (yes, related to that one).

I run Montana Golds at 5.3gr of VV N320 (180gr 1.22 oal). Recently I tested some Bayou Bullets and was impressed. Very slight smoke, but nothing like lead and not even really enough to notice unless you're looking for it. I think 5.0gr of VV N320 got me to major. Pretty sure these will be my next bullets when the montana golds run out.

Who's all going? Anyone up for a get together, maybe Wed night? Think it might be fun to try to squad together?

Yup, that's the one. It's a bit out past Moxee actually, but Yakima is the bigest close town. They're having a regional Steel Challenge match tomorrow (9/4). They shoot USPSA monthly matches on the last Sunday of the month, they do take winters off (wimps!). There's a steel challenge match monthly on some Saturday, I forget which. Pretty nice range actually. It's a little brutal there in the summer, fortunately we're having a mild August. Our range in Tri-Cities is about an hour from there too, monthly matches the third Sunday. www.ewpsa.org PM me if you need any more details.

Have you got contact info for American Shooting? I don't see any mention of them on the Nats' website. ... for that matter they haven't got round counts up either so I don't know how many to ship anyhow.

In that case I'd get an EGW hammer, sear, 13lb spring, and light firing pin from Henning and go to town. I did mine myself and you probably can too. Henning's pins and flat trigger are optional. The trigger is more for smaller hands and better adjustability and feel, although it does have a lighter return spring.

All of the above help to some degree. Polishing parts helps too. An EGW hammer and sear is the biggest help though. To get below 2 to 2 1/2 lbs you'll probably have to send it off for a trigger job too.

He will sell smaller quantities of bullets for evaluation if you ask. I just got done popping off 100 .40 180gr bayou bullets. Loaded at 1.225 (the Tanfo likes 'em long) w/ 5gr of VV N320 they made 178PF, as compared to the same length with Montana Gold CMJs with 5.3gr of VV N320 that made about 168PF. I'm guessing I'll be able to bump that down to 4.8ish and still make PF handily. Accuracy was great, seemed to be on par with Montana Golds (gun is more accurate than me either way) and no keyholing at 50 yards. As for smoke, it was just barely enough to notice, as opposed to absolutely none with the CMJ bullets. Certainly not nearly as much smoke as you see out of your standard lead shooter's gun, and less than I see out of my friend's gun -- he shoots precision deltas (exposed lead base) and Titegroup. Only shooting 100 bullets, with some standard jacketed rounds mixed in to the same practice session, I can't really comment on leading yet. I think these will be my next bullet, but I've got enough Montana Golds to last the rest of the year at least. I understand it's a small one-man shop so I'm not betting the farm, I have a fallback and won't cry if he can't deliver.

I started USPSA with my P2000SK and it's still my favorite carry gun. I then shot a USP expert for about two years before moving up. They will work, and the reliability is second to none and really appreciated at matches. I still think the trigger-finger mag release is an asset, not a liability. I also did not have a problem with the match trigger on my expert. However, like some say the high bore axis does cause a lot of flip. Combined with the double recoil spring makes the muzzle do some weird stuff and takes a while to settle down for followup shots. I saw someone say too heavy, I don't agree. The extra weight on a 1911, 2011, CZ, Tanfoglio, etc. is a huge asset in USPSA. If a USP is too heavy, then it's only in the wrong places like the slide. That said the Hanford Patrol guys frequent our matches and shoot their well worn/loved P7M13 duty guns. Some of them are quite good. Employer pays for ammo too, what's not to like? I have one also but I can't shoot that stubby little stapler worth a cr*p...

Got pics of that red anodized one, please?

I haven't seen the episode yet, but probably because an HK91 doesn't have a bolt hold open. The charging handle is waaay up there, has a long pull, and on some guns I've shot takes a bit of man-handling. Not a gun for wimps Not lefty-friendly either.

Welcome to the sport, I'm sure you'll love it! Just find a local match and get out there. I've never seen a USPSA club that wasn't "good people" and very welcoming to new shooters. My advice is to shoot a match or two at a speed you can be 200% safe at and learn all the protocols first before you turn it up to 11

No, but I hope the lighter springs come in soon! I've got a big order planned that will all go in when I can get the springs. I hope they arrive in time for plenty of testing before Nationals.

I use "If finished, make ready for your next string". Everyone knows what "Make Ready" means and it covers either gun on safe and holstered, or in whatever position (i.e. table start) the stage requires.