TannerB Posted February 13, 2012 Share Posted February 13, 2012 I have an opportunity to have a 2011 6 inch built for me, for around 1600. That seems like a good deal to me, He does build quality gun and I already have two 5 inch 2011's from him. One in 9 and the other in 40. Ive heard good things about them but have never shot one. Any opinions would be appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StravIs09 Posted February 13, 2012 Share Posted February 13, 2012 Personal preferrence, but the longer sight radius is very nice because even if you call a miss it's still a c or d for me. When I shoot my 6in I have to tell myself not to make up shots because the shot I thought I missed is really a C. I dont really think one is faster than the other. But the 6in being heavier make a slower draw and transition but the splits are about the same. The 6in is just very easy to be accurate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wgj3 Posted February 13, 2012 Share Posted February 13, 2012 The 6" gun is ALL about sight radius. Some may tell you that the extra barrel helps make PF, but that is a tiny bonus in the long run. That extra sight radius really helps out on distant targets. I'm pretty jealous; I'm still running an M&P .40Pro in Limited. I would say that you are in a great position. You could also consider a second top-end for one of your existing guns so that you keep the same trigger and grip between "guns". Anyway, ALL about sight radius! Running plate racks at 35 yards and such... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TMC Posted February 13, 2012 Share Posted February 13, 2012 Snob factor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vlad Posted February 13, 2012 Share Posted February 13, 2012 This thread's title is misleading. I came here ready for dirty jokes left underwhelmed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TannerB Posted February 13, 2012 Author Share Posted February 13, 2012 Do yall notice any difference in recoil say compared to a five inch? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seth Posted February 13, 2012 Share Posted February 13, 2012 In my opinion it does everything better and at least as fast. There are LOTS of threads about it, but a 6" with a lightened slide and 5" recoil system avoids the sluggishness that was a complaint a long time ago. Combine that with 20% more sight radius and its a no lose. My 5" and 6" guns are basically identical. Same grip, weight, sights, trigger, magwell, ignition parts... even the same pistolsmith. From behind the gun it looks and feels identical, until you pull the trigger. The 6" gun is just as fast on the clock, shoots flatter and has less felt recoil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wild Gene Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 I think the 6" really shines with 40+ year old eyes. It is easier for me to focus on the front sight. wg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P.E. Kelley Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 Because they don't make a seven. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike4045 Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 I think the 6" really shines with 40+ year old eyes. It is easier for me to focus on the front sight. wg What he said for me!! mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StravIs09 Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 you got to spend money to get the weight down. only problem is you will end up spending some extra $$$ for a 6in gun 6in slide is more 6in barrel is more got to cut the fat out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blaster113 Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 Personal preferrence, but the longer sight radius is very nice because even if you call a miss it's still a c or d for me. When I shoot my 6in I have to tell myself not to make up shots because the shot I thought I missed is really a C. I dont really think one is faster than the other. But the 6in being heavier make a slower draw and transition but the splits are about the same. The 6in is just very easy to be accurate. I just transitioned to a light 6" after shooting a heavy 5" gun for several years. immediately noticed the above when first shooting my new 6" gun, though funny thing is the gun is actually lighter so it transitions better (on a dime) and is as fast/faster to draw. doesnt feel like I'm waving around a brick with a fully loaded mag. the 6" also shoots soft even with full power factory stuff. the gun is definitely a "hot rod"; fast and light. I feel that I havent been able to shoot it to its full potential yet, far from it. the extra inch of barrel helps a tiny bit with PF too. If I could do it over I would go this route for a Limited gun. all positives except for the cost, but you have to pay to play I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerTrace Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 In my opinion it does everything better and at least as fast. There are LOTS of threads about it, but a 6" with a lightened slide and 5" recoil system avoids the sluggishness that was a complaint a long time ago. Combine that with 20% more sight radius and its a no lose. My 5" and 6" guns are basically identical. Same grip, weight, sights, trigger, magwell, ignition parts... even the same pistolsmith. From behind the gun it looks and feels identical, until you pull the trigger. The 6" gun is just as fast on the clock, shoots flatter and has less felt recoil. +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chills1994 Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 Because they don't make a seven. well the rumor I am starting heard was that the sevens will be allowed next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benny hill Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 O.K., every man can alway's use another inch, thread's complete now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EduardoM Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 LOL to your question , you dont need one , you want one buy it and post the pictures good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blaster113 Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 O.K., every man can alway's use another inch, thread's complete now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe4d Posted February 15, 2012 Share Posted February 15, 2012 cause I cant get anyone to make me a 7' gun, Honestly what can a 5 inch gun do that a 6 inch cant ? absolutely nothing. The six can do things better that a 5 cant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wild Gene Posted February 15, 2012 Share Posted February 15, 2012 Honestly what can a 5 inch gun do that a 6 inch cant ? fit in the box for IPSC standard? wg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seale Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 I've near identical 5" and 6" guns. One year at the Nats they had a timed standards stage starting at 50yds. There were strings of weak and strong hand as well. I set up and practiced the piss out of this stage for days. First with the 5", then the 6". I documented and compared all the strings. Bottom line was "I" could not shoot one any better than the other. The only difference I can tell, is if I've been off the trigger for awhile, the 6" seems more forgiving. That being said, if I had the money I'd have Benny build me another 6". RWS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trickpony Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 I wish I could tell you the 6" gun would make you shoot better. It won't. If the 6" guns were all that and a bag of chips all the pro's would be running 6" guns. Get whatever you like and shoot it. I tried a 6" gun and didn't notice a difference so went back to my 5" gun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deathtrap Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 I have liked the few I have tried out. I might get one next time I'm ready to build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JThompson Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 O.K., every man can alway's use another inch, thread's complete now. Glad Benny said it, cause I couldn't heave let it go... JT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lumpygravy Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 I was asking myself this very question while I was shopping around for a new limited gun. There were 5" guns aplenty at my local range but no 6" guns so the "try before you buy" approach was not available to me. I recently received my SV with both 5" and 6" topends and I'm still forming my opinion about the 6". (If you're interested, I posted pics in the Gallery in the Limited Gun topic.) I have only ever shot 5" guns in competition so the 5" topend feels more natural to me at this point. I've shot a practice stage or two with the 5" and that confirms the feel I describe and expected. I've only dry fired, zeroed and functioned the 6". I'll be shooting the 6" in the coming weeks. It should be interesting. At this point, I'm in agreement with a previous poster in that you don't need a 6" especially if you're like me and already used to a 5". However, if you know anyone with a 6" you may have the opportunity to try it before buying where I did not. Or if you really can't decide (like me) you can do the two topends and figure it out for yourself. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blaster113 Posted February 17, 2012 Share Posted February 17, 2012 (edited) I shot a 5 inch gun almost the entire time I've been playing this game; about 9 years. I was very skeptical about the advantages of a 6". After shooting the first day of the Limited Nationals last year with my 5" gun (made A class with it) with all of those tight shots, partials, no shoots, etc I thought to myself maybe the extra sight radius would help. especially since I dont see the sights so good anymore. I went back into the vendor tent and ordered a six incher from Cameron's. I figured what the hell, if I didnt like it or there was no real advantage I could always dump it and have another 5" built. after shooting it the past few weeks, the six inch gun IS all its cracked up to be. only regret is that I wish I got one sooner. Edited February 17, 2012 by blaster113 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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