DrLove Posted May 5, 2013 Share Posted May 5, 2013 folks, preparing to start shooting open this month. Just bought my first open gun (Trubor 38 super). Got myself a Race Master holster and 3 RM pouches. Have all the needed mags (with one big stick). What else do I need, my brain is dead:)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChuckS Posted May 5, 2013 Share Posted May 5, 2013 folks, preparing to start shooting open this month. Just bought my first open gun (Trubor 38 super). Got myself a Race Master holster and 3 RM pouches. Have all the needed mags (with one big stick). What else do I need, my brain is dead:)? Ammo? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaxshooter Posted May 5, 2013 Share Posted May 5, 2013 A Dillon Loader , primers, bullets and powder. You also need a chronograph to work up your loads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blairmckenzie1 Posted May 6, 2013 Share Posted May 6, 2013 Good earmuffs. I get tired of RO'ing open shooters, some of those comps rattle my teeth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spray_N_Prey Posted May 6, 2013 Share Posted May 6, 2013 Better get you a belt to hang all that stuff on, j/k. Is it a super or super comp? Are you reloading? Getting components is the big problem now. Start purchasing in quantities now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChuckS Posted May 6, 2013 Share Posted May 6, 2013 Good earmuffs. I get tired of RO'ing open shooters, some of those comps rattle my teeth. Muffs AND plugs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wes777 Posted May 6, 2013 Share Posted May 6, 2013 AMMO, bag, batteries, extra springs for everything, rainx, plugs and muffs, on range parts and tool kit, backup mags, loctite,... other than that, get it to run. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
40S&W Posted May 6, 2013 Share Posted May 6, 2013 First thing I would do is see if you gun runs reliably with all your mags. Should go bang all the time, no hicups unless shooter induced. +1 with everything metioned above. Best thing to do is get your mags tuned to your gun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Todd7446 Posted May 7, 2013 Share Posted May 7, 2013 All good advice. I'm still new to Open and working the bugs out. Primarily the bugs out of the trigger-puller in my case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donnyglock Posted May 7, 2013 Share Posted May 7, 2013 lens wipes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramairbrc Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 Glucosamine sulfate, sunblock, cleats. Seriously,buoy need to work up a load for THAT gun. I did lots for research, but came back to an old friend, AA7. I use 9.2 gr under a 125 gr LEAD Georgia Arms bullet and a small rifle primer to make 1400 fps. A little fast, but works the comp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaxshooter Posted May 11, 2013 Share Posted May 11, 2013 Lead bullets don't work in open. Will load up comp with lead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramairbrc Posted May 15, 2013 Share Posted May 15, 2013 Lead bullets don't work in open. Will load up comp with lead. I like blanket statements, it takes all the variables out of the equation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrumpyOne Posted May 15, 2013 Share Posted May 15, 2013 Lead bullets don't work in open. Will load up comp with lead. I like blanket statements, it takes all the variables out of the equation. He's spot on though. FMJ's don't work too well either. .. the exposed lead base and all....But, don't take our word for it...shoot those lead bullets and have fun cleaning the lead outta the comp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfmaster Posted May 15, 2013 Share Posted May 15, 2013 Go with CMJ or JHP bullets and avoid most issues with cleaning lead out of your comp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLove Posted May 15, 2013 Author Share Posted May 15, 2013 Thanks guys!! I'm ready to have some fun now!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillChunn Posted May 21, 2013 Share Posted May 21, 2013 Money. In Open, the guns are like Formula 1 race cars. Sometimes changing one part will affect how it shoots. If you plan on traveling to matches, it's a good idea to have a duplicate gun as a backup. The further you are away from home, the more likely something is going to break. As others have mentioned, master the art of reloading your own ammunition. You will be able to tune your load to your gun, specifically your barrel and comp. What you want is a load that keeps the dot in the A zone during recoil for faster follow up shots. This process requires a good chronograph to verify you are making major while not overpressuring the load. BC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilfred Posted June 6, 2013 Share Posted June 6, 2013 Always keep extra CMore batteries Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kosh79 Posted June 6, 2013 Share Posted June 6, 2013 Patience and lots if it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OpenDot Posted June 6, 2013 Share Posted June 6, 2013 a good gunsmith keep it clean and lots of lube extra c-more batteries red locktite spare guiderod springs, magazine springs, extra spare mags chrono to make major and check loads tools for everything on the gun and your rig money patience time good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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