GregSmith Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 Hey all! I see lots of talk about what .223 or .308 ammo people are trying out on their guns to get them dialed-in...but I don't see much on pistol rounds. I've always used the cheapest stuff I could find (Usually Blazer 180gr.) because until recently, I was just a simple plinker at the range. But I want to step it up and get into 3-Gun matches. What ammo is everyone using for competition? I don't care if it's USPSA, IDPA or 3-Gun. I'm assuming finding a good ammo that works well in my gun (Glock 22) is key...but If you could throw out some ideas on where to start. That would be great! Do I go lower grain for less recoil? What things should I be considering? Let's start with factory ammo... Re-loading is a whole other animal. Thanks! G Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mpolans Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 (edited) Double post Edited February 22, 2013 by mpolans Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mpolans Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 Most folks who are shooting a fair amount of USPSA/IDPA/3-gun are probably reloading as ammo costs can get pretty expensive very quickly if you're only shooting factory ammo. Most of the folks shooting factory ammo are probably either beginners or rich. The exception might be those ordering commercially reloaded ammo, often for particular matches they are traveling to (airlines limit amount of ammo that can be taken). Such commercial reloaders include DC Ammo (Doug Carden, who is on the forum) and Atlanta Arms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lumpygravy Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 I am using both AA (40) and DC (45) until I fully convert to 40 and buy a press. Both manufacturers produce quality product and greatly support the shooting sports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlgentlegiant Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 You do not say major or minor power factor. Assuming you are not reloading and want major PF ammo I suggest Atlanta Arms, DC or Precision Delta. All three are very supporting of the shooting sports, you see major competitors using all 3 brands and from what I have seen all 3 have great quality control and consistency. I have seen some pretty scary stuff from some other ammo makers and even the big commercial boys. I know a guy who has had 2 squibs and 1 shell with no powder from factory new load ammo in the past 2 months. Seems that in the rush to sell ammo some corners might be getting trimmed. Of course right now it comes down to what you can get your hands on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt1911 Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 I reload my pistol rounds. Uspsa: Tanfoglio Limited 180 grain .40 lead bullets 4.4 grains WST 1.185 OAL Small rifle primers 3-gun: M&P 9pro 147 grain 9mm lead bullets 3.4 grains WST 1.135 OAL Small rifle primers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TallGuy Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 I don't have time or space to reload so its factory for me. I shoot 40 and 45. Whatever is cheapest. I prefer S & B for 40. I've never had a problem and it makes 173 pf out of my CZ TS. I've also used Rem, Win, Fed with success. I find the 165 gr to be "snappier" and 180 to be more of a "push" during the recoil impulse. Its a preference thing. I've just purchased a couple of thousand AA&A in 40. I've heard great things and their prices are fair. For 45, I've used 230 gr FMJ from Fed, Win or Rem. They all make major-plus pf :0) My shooting buddies laugh at how far my Les Baer tosses the brass. I'll probably try the AA&A which they say makes 170 pf. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolex40 Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 I've been using DC Ammo, Inc., 9mm 147 CMJ Major/minor PF. The loads have been really consistent and reliable. Have not had any problems. Using a Glock 24 in Limited division. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noximus03 Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 +1 for DC Ammo. Doug is good people with a quality product! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G34 CORDY Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 I have used AA&A with great results. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert King Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 If I have to use commercial and not my loads, Magtech 40G always makes major. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob01 Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 Hornady Steel Match 185 HAP. http://www.hornady.com/store/40-S-and-W-180-GR-HAP-STEEL-MATCH/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig N Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 For minor I run 180 grain bullet over 3.1/3.2 grains of Clays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Guapo Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 Before I started reloading, I used federal 180 grains that I would buy at Walmart. Good luck finding it at a reasonable price now though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BostonBullit Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Haven't ever used factory ammo for USPSA but I shoot with some Gus that use Atlanta Arms stuff when they can't reload. I shoot 40minor out of a glock 22 and use either 3.1 of clays under a 180 JHP at 1.135 or 3.6 of clays under a 155 poly coated 155 SWC at 1.135 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msp1jpp Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Most of the people I shoot with use Atlanta Arms if they are not reloading themselves Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadMadWorld Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 Most of the purchased ammo I see at the bigger matches comes from Atlanta Arms. I have shot some of their 40 minor through a friends gun, shot well and was accurate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lunareclipse02 Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 I always liked the 100 round value packs from walmart the winchester white box Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deacon12224 Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 (edited) Freedom Munitions is also a great source for commercially reloaded ammo. They are a supporter of the sport and I have had good luck with their .40 cal 180 grain ammo. Chronos at about 172 pf out of a Glock 35. Edited May 20, 2013 by deacon12224 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Th3Un4givin Posted May 23, 2013 Share Posted May 23, 2013 +1 for reloading, you can dial in your load and tune your springs to your load. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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