wblacksh Posted January 19, 2015 Share Posted January 19, 2015 I have decided to get into the Open game. I have been shooting production and a bit of open with my M&P core with a red dot on it for about 8 months now. I am about 95% sure I am going to get a STI Trubor. I am still working on the decision between 9mm or .38 super comp. I currently have about 5000 rds of cleaned/polished 9mm brass from a local range I sometimes go to. They don't have a problem with me picking up all the 9mm I want (they will actually sweep it into a pile behind me when I am there sometimes). Most of it is once-fired name brand stuff. I will be getting a Dillon 550B in the next month or so and will begin loading my own stuff. My question is, it seems the main reason for most people to go with 9mm over .38 is the brass; however, if I am not worried about the cost of .38sc brass and having to pick it up, would it be just as good, if not better? I know there are more powder options with .38sc. Another one of the ranges I go to always has a good amount of .38sc brass laying around after matches (not a ton, but some). I know it is impossible to get the perfect setup the first time around. I am, as of right now, probably going to go with 9mm, I am just wondering if anyone thinks I will be missing out on something significant by not going with .38sc? Thanks, -Wayne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DGS Posted January 19, 2015 Share Posted January 19, 2015 If 38 SC brass is not an issue, go with SuperComp. More load choices and easier to make completely reliable. No searching for SV magazines or playing with magazine spacers. My 2 cents worth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Power Jack Posted January 19, 2015 Share Posted January 19, 2015 if I am not worried about the cost of .38sc brass, would it be just as good? YES. Brass is The Only advantage of 9mm major. I have been shooting 9mm major for 7 years now (never shot a .38 sc) - don't see any problems with the 9mm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoyGlock Posted January 19, 2015 Share Posted January 19, 2015 Another weary storm in the horizon? ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kneelingatlas Posted January 19, 2015 Share Posted January 19, 2015 I have both and I always shoot the 9mms, I can't stand hunting around for my 38 brass and have a mental block about leaving it. I get obsessed with getting as many pieces back as I can and it really takes away from the enjoyment for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zzw26n Posted January 19, 2015 Share Posted January 19, 2015 "I get obsessed with getting as many pieces back as I can and it really takes away from the enjoyment for me." That would drive me nuts ... the Game is suppose to be enjoyable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joedirt Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 most of the guys you will be competing against are shootin 9 major. I can't tell the difference Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aircooled6racer Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 Hello: Is it me or does this subject come up every 2 weeks or so? Do a search and read all the great comments about the 9mm or 38SC. Then you can make up your mind. 9mm by the way. Thanks, Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeerBaron Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 I think if the brass cost is not a worry then I'd prefer 38 super (and I do too). It's definitely that little bit more flexible in loads/powders. no spacers in mags etc. go for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwontanamo Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 I'm shooting 9 major and I still ask myself that question. I started w/ 9 major because the guys at my club shooting open shot 9 major and only one guy shot 38SC. It wasn't until I went to major matches that I realized damn near everyone shot 38 super or 38SC (I still don't really know the difference). Universal Shooting Academy and Atlanta Arms makes ammo for 9 major (Only USA), 38 SC, and 38Super and that tends to be my last resort. Love all of their products. But for the sake of saving money I'm abusing the Freedom Munitions brass credit program. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al503 Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 On a different note and regardless of caliber, you might consider waiting for the DVC model. It is more expensive than the trubore but it looks like you get more for the $. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwontanamo Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 On a different note and regardless of caliber, you might consider waiting for the DVC model. It is more expensive than the trubore but it looks like you get more for the $. http://www.brianenos.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=208660&hl= Here's the link for that gun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangeJunkie Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 On a different note and regardless of caliber, you might consider waiting for the DVC model. It is more expensive than the trubore but it looks like you get more for the $. http://www.brianenos.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=208660&hl= Here's the link for that gun. That thing is pretty! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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