brhalolll Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 I am finally getting into an open gun, looks like I am in the right place! I have been involved in IDPA and IPSC over the last 6 years. I bought my first competition belt, holster, and mag pouches from Brian Enos' website and read his book several years ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Taliani Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 Welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyburg Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 welcome to the dark side Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 Welcome and good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TruStreet Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 WElcome, what is your Open setup? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARKAVELI Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Welcome to the forums.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inkballedtarget Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Welcome! I would love to try an open gun! It looks like fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brhalolll Posted October 14, 2011 Author Share Posted October 14, 2011 I am going to start out with a GM STI. I have read a lot on this forum about where to start, after I placed my order. So, I hope I made the right choice. I should have the gun in 2-3 more weeks. The holster, mags, powder, and bullets have arrived. I am still waiting on brass, big surprise, and dies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Power Jack Posted October 15, 2011 Share Posted October 15, 2011 I should have the gun in 2-3 more weeks. The holster, mags, powder, and bullets have arrived. I am still waiting on brass, big surprise, and dies. One thing you can be doing while you wait - Yes, it WILL take forever - is try loading the mags - load them slowly until they're filled, and then stripping off one round at a time fairly slowly. When I bought my new STI TruBor and four customized, fitted magazines, when I loaded the BigStick, as I was unloading it, the rounds would fall into the magazine. If that happens with any of your mags, you can begin the process of correcting that little surprise:( Also, you can start, right here, deciding on your starting load (bullet and powder charge) - I didn't hear anything in your post re: a chrono?? You'll need to spend another $80 to get one of those or you won't know if you're making major. Good luck - enjoy the next externity (2-3 week wait for your STI). Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tactica Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 If you are not already doing so, I'd consider tuning the mags to your preference. Example would be base pads, springs, followers and gaping the mag appropriately. As the above said, if you don't have one, a chrono would be key - but if you are reloading, you know the drill here (...if not, reloading is another topic all together.) The next thing, I would also invest in a set of springs for the gun so you can get the gun working the way you want. Recoil and main spring set. At this point, I would look the guide rod, grip and trigger for fine tuning. Once you get here, you should be well on your way to good times. Enjoy, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brhalolll Posted March 29, 2012 Author Share Posted March 29, 2012 Well I have been practicing with my new 38 super and I have shot my first match in Open. I shoot again on Sunday. I am really liking shooting this gun. It is fun and fast. I had one of my fastest draws on a steel plate today at 1.17seconds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Power Jack Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 Sounds like you're doing everything right:) Enjoy - it just gets better... What load did you decide on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brhalolll Posted March 30, 2012 Author Share Posted March 30, 2012 I shot up 1 lb of 3N38 and N350 each. Now I am on to Winchester AutoComp. I am shooting 124grain RN FMJ bullets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Power Jack Posted March 31, 2012 Share Posted March 31, 2012 I shot up 1 lb of 3N38 and N350 each. Now I am on to Winchester AutoComp. I am shooting 124grain RN FMJ bullets. What didn't you like about the N350? Those FMJ bullets will clog up your comp if you don't keep cleaning it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brhalolll Posted March 31, 2012 Author Share Posted March 31, 2012 I shot up 1 lb of 3N38 and N350 each. Now I am on to Winchester AutoComp. I am shooting 124grain RN FMJ bullets. What didn't you like about the N350? Those FMJ bullets will clog up your comp if you don't keep cleaning it I am trying AutoComp because it is cheaper. Going to see if I like it. What bullet do you shoot? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Power Jack Posted March 31, 2012 Share Posted March 31, 2012 I am shooting 124grain RN FMJ bullets. Those FMJ bullets will clog up your comp What bullet do you shoot? I shoot MG 124 JHP's - always available, get good prices by buying in bulk (6 cases of 3750) from Manny. No leading Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brhalolll Posted March 31, 2012 Author Share Posted March 31, 2012 I have a case of those coming to me tomorrow. I should be getting the CMJ 124s. I have been shooting Ranier & Extreme (local?). However, one of the guys at the USPSA match must be a MG dealer. He orders monthly, so it looks like I have a bullet guy, now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brhalolll Posted April 2, 2012 Author Share Posted April 2, 2012 Second match went well. I didn't place as high, but I am getting my times down. Now I just have to get my accuracy up. I am definitely working out some kinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Power Jack Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 I am getting my times down. Now I just have to get my accuracy up. Exactly what I've been trying to do for 20 years Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brhalolll Posted April 10, 2012 Author Share Posted April 10, 2012 (edited) Next match in 2 weeks. Time to practice. Edited April 10, 2012 by brhalolll Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitchiepinoy Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 Welcome to the DARKSIDE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Power Jack Posted April 11, 2012 Share Posted April 11, 2012 Next match in 2 weeks. Time to practice. What drills have you been doing? Tried the Dot Torture.com yet? Great stuff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brhalolll Posted April 11, 2012 Author Share Posted April 11, 2012 That is sweet, I am going to print it out and try it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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