dstein Posted January 20, 2018 Share Posted January 20, 2018 Howdy, I have spent the last 21 years as a forensic scientist specializing in firearms (long before anyone ever heard about CSI!). Anyway, I have owned a number of handguns over the years (Glock, Colt, Sig, Ruger) and have enjoyed all of them. I’m finally getting interested in shooting USPSA and really like all that I have read and watched about STI firearms (particularly the Edge and Tactical). I hope to purchase one of these in 9mm Luger. I’m here to learn from others in this great community and hope to contribute meaningfully as well. Thanks! Darrell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrumpyOne Posted January 20, 2018 Share Posted January 20, 2018 Welcome! If you plan on shooting USPSA with the Edge or Tactical, it would be better to get one in 40 S&W instead of 9mm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dstein Posted January 20, 2018 Author Share Posted January 20, 2018 Thank you. Showing my ignorance here. Why 40 over 9? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted January 20, 2018 Share Posted January 20, 2018 19 minutes ago, dstein said: Thank you. Showing my ignorance here. Why 40 over 9? In USPSA 40 (MAJOR)scores differently than 9mm(minor) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerTrace Posted January 20, 2018 Share Posted January 20, 2018 23 minutes ago, Sarge said: In USPSA 40 (MAJOR)scores differently than 9mm(minor) This is true, but 9mm 1911s are SO MUCH FUN to shoot!! It's almost worth the scoring deficit........ On another note, where did you work? Maybe our paths have crossed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dstein Posted January 20, 2018 Author Share Posted January 20, 2018 Thanks, Sarge! RangerTrace: For the PD in one of the largest cities in Texas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted January 20, 2018 Share Posted January 20, 2018 14 minutes ago, RangerTrace said: This is true, but 9mm 1911s are SO MUCH FUN to shoot!! It's almost worth the scoring deficit........ On another note, where did you work? Maybe our paths have crossed. For sure! I'm looking at getting a 1911 in 9mm just to piddle in SS if I ever get bored with Open. (Not likely) lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerTrace Posted January 20, 2018 Share Posted January 20, 2018 Worth every penny!! Get one off the shelf at Shooters Connection....... https://www.shootersconnectionstore.com/CK-Arms-1911-Competition-9mm-Hardcore-Black-TiN-Barrel-P4941.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrumpyOne Posted January 20, 2018 Share Posted January 20, 2018 1 hour ago, dstein said: Thank you. Showing my ignorance here. Why 40 over 9? As others have said, for the scoring differences. The guns you mentioned, in 9mm, would be scored minor, and you would be in either Limited, Limited 10, Open, or, if they are a true single stack, in SS division. While it is true you could shoot 9mm mj in Open, you would be at a severe disadvantage using the guns you mentioned. Find the USPSA rulebook online and read up on the division requirements before you make a decision...it could save you a lot of grief and money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dstein Posted January 20, 2018 Author Share Posted January 20, 2018 Thank you for the detailed reply. Definitely going to check out the rule book! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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