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8 hours ago, RePete said:
Both.
As I said it is a nice gun but no better than my Trojan.
What is forgot to say was that the finish is far superior to the Trojan, but the gun I handle and shot had/will never see a holster. My Trojan has the finish worn because of the holster.
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3 hours ago, pskys2 said:
Did a local IDPA 5x5 Classifier recently https://practiscore.com/results/new/3388b11a-4f47-454e-8731-fba40079dbfc 1st (by 1.7 seconds) of 27 with my 325 TR & major PF loads! Surprised even me.
But it's not cool to rub it in, unless provoked.
In USPSA it's quite a bit tougher though, even if given time to reload in a field course there is still so much more time needed with a Revolver.
Did a USPSA classifier many years ago and beat a buddy, GM Open and placed very high at many nationals, on one of the quick 6 shot classifiers. I did have to rub that in, just a little!
Awesome on that Classifier! Though certainly not polite to make the Open shooters feel bad….but sometimes it can’t be help
I think the difficulty is part of the fun; just wish more people saw that so the division could grow a tad.
I did have a couple folks this past week ask me where my revolver was when I was shooting Limited. Seems they might be converted just yet!
Thanks for chiming in!
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On 3/25/2022 at 12:54 PM, Chompion said:
Acceptable sight picture at different distances as well. For most practical shooting purposes, dont need the dot to be still but the dot can tell you a lot in respect to grip
It does appear to be an easier indicator of a problem in grip since it’s more apparently shaking when something is off (or not visible at all). It certainly doesn’t replace the need for fundamentals to be solid. Unfortunately, too many people think about dots and lasers in this way. -
On 3/25/2022 at 1:59 PM, Runnin2live said:
Sounds like fun stuff. I am limited to 40 yards max at our range.
Its certainly challenging but also pretty rewarding (when it’s done right).
Have you tried something like an 8” late at that distance? I’m sure it would offer a similar challenge.
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On 3/25/2022 at 2:25 PM, RePete said:
The only Nighthawk I have handled looked great but it didn't shoot any better than my STI Trojan.
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On 3/25/2022 at 12:43 PM, DDave said:
I doubt I will ever win a match as revo, but I've never been last at a match either. I have had some people visibly mad they lost to a revo so its worth it in the end
That is a pretty satisfying feeling, especially when it’s a PCC guy I’ve never won one either but I did almost break the top five at our local match a few years back - just had a couple Mikes holding me back. Probably the most satisfied I’ve ever felt shooting. Despite dealing with every possible handicap, the fundamentals and good stage planning pulled through. Something I look back on often as a motivator for other classes.
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On 3/28/2022 at 9:38 PM, usmc1974 said:
Who is making these? Also, I’m unfamiliar with any PCC running Springfield mags; who makes that?
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On 3/23/2022 at 9:28 AM, CClassForLife said:
The best way I heard it explained.
Go ahead and point your finger at the target. Are you looking at your finger? Nearly universally, the person is completely target focused and intuitively knows where their pointer finger is in physical space. With enough practice, the red dot is like the finger.
Love the simplicity of this. Thanks for sharing that! -
18 hours ago, X5SigChris said:
I don’t have any sales experience, but are they mounted onto a firearm? If so, you could just show them. I thought it was a nice training tool once I tried it and it did help me with my tartlet focused sighting. Target and dot is clear as day even with it covered if done correctly.
Showing is certainly the logical first step, but many, if not most, of our customers will then ask something along the lines of “What’s the point?”. Some explanation of the potential speed and accuracy advantage, as well as the need for consistent presentation of the gun, are usually required to get the point across. -
2 hours ago, Johnny_Chimpo said:
I tell them to not look through the optic but to look past it.
When they tell me that can't be done (and someone has) I just put a paster over the front of the lens and smash alphas in front of them.
Then turn around and ask how can I shoot like that if I can't see the target through the optic?
Certainly an effective demonstration from the sounds of it. Only thing I’ll have to work out is how to get away with that on the sales floor
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How do you describe using a red dot on a handgun to someone?
I’ve slowly ironed out something along the lines of “You look at the target rather than a front sight and the dot slips in between. Rather than guiding irons to a place you want to hit, you focus on the spot and send a shot when the dot aligned with it.”
I’ve also communicated the potential increase in speed by explaining that shooting irons requires the alignment of four things (eye, sights, target) and a RDS only requires two (the eye and the target) as you don’t actually have to align the dot against another reference on the gun to get it to do what you want.
This seems to make sense to most people I’ve relayed it to, but I’m curious if anyone has found a better explanation.
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+1 on Vaultek
I’ve sold several to customers and have had no complaints. They don’t necessarily do too much different besides their app feature but they do the biometric side better than other companies we’ve carried. Plus we’ve played around with the same display for about three years now and it’s survived.
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4 hours ago, Custom Glock Racing said:
I like regular CR Speed pouches for mags up to 170mm and their PCC specific pouches for 30-60 round sticks.
Thought you had some knives on that belt for a split second That’s a good looking setup!
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4 hours ago, Sarge said:
Coda Evolution
I’ve seen those and was interested when a Glock-mag-fed gun was on my radar but haven’t seen one that would work with the MPX mags. Be awesome if they kicked one out though.
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26 minutes ago, tomjerry1 said:
What brass are you using? I use Winchester, but found that if I didn't ream the primer pockets(new or used), I would not be able to get the primers to seat correctly. It's an extra step to the reload process that I don't do for any other pistols, but has made life so much more enjoyable while shooting my 929. Good thing is, you wont have to do that process until the cases fail.
From what I’ve gathered from the other comments, my main problem is not reloading (specifically to get more appropriate primer depths). I’ll definitely keep your info on the Winchester brass in mind when I finally work up enough cash to get a decent reloading setup.
Thanks!
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21 hours ago, egd5 said:
I look at carrying extra mags a little differently than most I guess. I just use two ordinary pouches, from Shooters Connection IIRC, and carry two 17 rd mags. I have never had to draw them in any other circumstance other than a mandatory reload. I have mag extensions on all my mags from Taylor Freelance so I have plenty of rounds for any stage. I just can't see carrying around all that extra weight on my belt all day, or buying any extra pouches for more money.
You make a good point regarding the extra ammo/weight. I’m wanting to make sure I’ve got at least one on my belt as I don’t want to let my reload be sloppy on the chance I need it. Plus, two of the practice matches I go to are more of a two gun training and most there will only load ten to make the shorter stages more challenging.Appreciate the insight.
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22 hours ago, fbzero said:
I use one from Weber Tactical and the quality is excellent. You can't really see it in the pictures and I don't think the description mentions it, but it has a spring-loaded retention device that is adjustable instead of using side pressure regulated by a screw like many pouches. Makes for a super smooth draw and it's not going anywhere. This would be my recommendation.
Well the Weber ones were at the top of my list and they seem to have some fans here. Thanks for the info on the spring system; I didn’t know that about them. -
4 hours ago, MWP said:
Short version- you need to turn the gun up.
Long version is mostly primers and improper primer seating.
Do yourself a favor and send the gun to a known revolver gunsmith rather than the factory. But I’d put a paycheck on your gun is fine like it is.
From all the input, it looks like I’ll need to take another look at a reloading setup.Thanks!
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1 hour ago, ysrracer said:
Also, factory 9mm ammo isn't designed to work in a revolver, and most of it doesn't.
If you're having gun problems and you're working on your own gun and you're not a fully qualified gunsmith, that might be the problem.
A logical point as I am certainly no gunsmith but the replacement of the firing pin was well within my limited technical ability. Sadly the issues have been unaffected by the addition of the extended pin or the spring.Which brings up what I assume is the crux of my problem: appropriate primer depth. I’ll have to do some more research here and see if I can justify the cost of a reloading setup.
Appreciate the input.
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8 hours ago, Mcfoto said:
I’m afraid this is the sorry state of QC at Smith and Wesson, particularly when it comes to 8 shot competition revolvers. My issue out of the box was moons wouldn’t seat, even the TK ones supplied with the gun. I went through three different gunsmiths and two sets of springs to get decent action. The only way for me to get reliable ignition is to hand prime-even with an extended firing pin. Revolver shooting dragged me into reloading. Eventually, I found what works for me. Rather than send your R8 back to S/W where it will no doubt linger for months, I suggest you find a gunsmith who knows these guns. TK is the master but there are others if you dig. As my friend Mike (Revo GM) says, “Smith and Wesson sells gun kits with all the parts pre-assembled.” They are in no way “add ammo and blast” guns.
Certainly an applicable quote. I’ve had to send back multiple new revolvers the second we receive them due to obvious QC issues. TK is who cut mine for 9mm; I’ll likely heed the advice of most of the comments and see if they can get the thing to work.
Thanks!
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What’s your favorite pcc mag pouch?
I’m waiting on an MPX PCC I’ve ordered to come in; it’ll be my first attempt at PCC and I’ve learned to just aim for the deep-end after that bloody episode at our public pool so I’m going full-bore on equipment (that way I’ll look really good after I hone my video editing skills and find a pen that’s around .355 diameter).
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I’ve had a few as I like to keep at least one 1911 around so no one accuses me of being anti-America.
Currently, a *slightly-more-than-slightly* modified Springfield Range Officer occupies that spot. No reliability issues for me, so long as I remember to take care of it like it’s a 1911 and not a tupperware gat.
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Curious if anyone has run the Nighthawk TRS Comp? I’ve picked up a few and they’re really well built. Some videos out there showing some good reliability for such a tuned gun. Plus, I think I could trade in both my vehicles so I could carry it while I walk to work.
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Seen a couple guys running them locally. They love them and no function issues. With some of their new stuff coming out, I’m actually starting to lean Shadow Systems more than Zev; seems like their cost is more appropriate for what you get (not knocking the OZ9 concept).
I’m not the biggest Glock fan in the world, for the same reason a diet of nothing but grilled chicken loses its appeal rather quickly. However, Shadow Systems is slowly warming me to the idea of replacing my 17 gen 5 so I can look cooler while I miss.
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Found I do something similar as far as ‘stitching’ the stage together. I’ve also avoided watching the two or three guys before me and can usually be found mentally shooting the stage somewhere off in the back of the group.