dstein Posted February 17, 2018 Share Posted February 17, 2018 Hi all, I really have my eye on a 9mm Luger STI DVC Limited. I’ll mainlynusenit as a fun gun to shoot, but am interested in getting into USPSA. I know about the difference in scoring between major and minor, but have always shot 9mm. Given that the gun will be used mainly for target shooting, I’d hate to be spending more for ammo (40 S&W) than necessary (compared to 9mm). What are your thoughts? Do others here shoot this gun in USPSA? Sorry if this is too novice. Also hoping to avoid a 40 vs. 9 war. Just want some feedback from experienced shooters. Thanks all! Darrell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuckinMS Posted February 17, 2018 Share Posted February 17, 2018 Have you always shot 9mm in a 1911/2011 platform? Are you going to be reloading? The gun itself is fine, but I still prefer the Edge over the DVC for limited division. The .40 with a turned set up (proper balance between recoil and main springs) will shoot just as flat or flatter than any polymer 9mm. If you reload the ammo, the price difference is negligible. If you are wanting to do minimal mods and are comfortable doing you own trigger work then order a CRP version through Dawson Precision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dstein Posted February 17, 2018 Author Share Posted February 17, 2018 I’m new to the 2011 platform. I’m accustom to shooting 1911. Good point about the Edge. Did not know about the comparison you mentioned. I don’t plan on reloading. I DO like the guns from Dawson. Thanks for your reply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
louu Posted February 17, 2018 Share Posted February 17, 2018 If you're thinking about shooting limited division read appendix D2 line 4 and 5, should probably read the whole book too like everyone should. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuckinMS Posted February 18, 2018 Share Posted February 18, 2018 4 hours ago, dstein said: I’m new to the 2011 platform. I’m accustom to shooting 1911. Good point about the Edge. Did not know about the comparison you mentioned. I don’t plan on reloading. I DO like the guns from Dawson. Thanks for your reply. Dave Dawson actually steered me to the Edge as well as some GM shooters. The DVC is lighter supposedly cycles faster, my logic is that my reaction time will not allow the benefit of a couple thousanths of a second in cycle time to benefit me. The small amount of extra weight the Edge has does allow me to shoot with less felt recoil however. I actually started USPSA in .45 acp limited with a Springfield Armory so dropping to a .40 in a 2011 was easy. I have not even shot the 9mm in a 1911/2011 platform. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dstein Posted February 18, 2018 Author Share Posted February 18, 2018 Good advice. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dstein Posted February 18, 2018 Author Share Posted February 18, 2018 Thanks, louu! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moloch38 Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 I shoot a 9mm DVC, but for 3-Gun. When I shoot USPSA I take the hit for shooting Limited Minor. I do reload and also shoot Freedom 124gr/147gr out the box. Its up to you, but it is a fun gun to shoot. If you plan to shoot USPSA limited exclusively you probably want to be in 40. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dstein Posted March 2, 2018 Author Share Posted March 2, 2018 Thanks, Moloch38. I’m going to end up getting an Edge in 40 S&W. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hittman21 Posted March 2, 2018 Share Posted March 2, 2018 (edited) Just one thing dstein is to have fun a be safe. Edited March 2, 2018 by hittman21 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuckinMS Posted March 3, 2018 Share Posted March 3, 2018 6 hours ago, dstein said: Thanks, Moloch38. I’m going to end up getting an Edge in 40 S&W. Congratulations and enjoy ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doublehelix Posted March 4, 2018 Share Posted March 4, 2018 On 3/2/2018 at 1:08 PM, dstein said: Thanks, Moloch38. I’m going to end up getting an Edge in 40 S&W. Great decision. I was shooting Limited Minor (9mm) and it sucks losing points shooting Minor. You will be really happy with the .40 Edge. Congratulations! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dstein Posted March 4, 2018 Author Share Posted March 4, 2018 Thanks, Moloch38. I’m going to end up getting an Edge in 40 S&W. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g mac Posted March 4, 2018 Share Posted March 4, 2018 I would get the .40, you can load minor .40 cal and feels softer on recoil than 9mm, and at least you have the option to shoot major if you want to later. Some of my fellow shooters got the DVC in .40 cal limited division and 9mm major for open and they love it. They also shoots really good with that setup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dstein Posted March 6, 2018 Author Share Posted March 6, 2018 Thanks, Moloch38. I’m going to end up getting an Edge in 40 S&W. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dstein Posted March 6, 2018 Author Share Posted March 6, 2018 Thanks g mac! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moloch38 Posted March 7, 2018 Share Posted March 7, 2018 22 hours ago, dstein said: Thanks, Moloch38. I’m going to end up getting an Edge in 40 S&W. Congrats, enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS1250XL Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 I just started shooting an Edge in Limited. My only regret is not buying one sooner! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuckinMS Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 2 hours ago, RS1250XL said: I just started shooting an Edge in Limited. My only regret is not buying one sooner! Congratulations! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dstein Posted March 8, 2018 Author Share Posted March 8, 2018 Yep...picked up the 40 S&W Edge on Sunday. Can’t wait to shoot it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doublehelix Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 15 hours ago, dstein said: Yep...picked up the 40 S&W Edge on Sunday. Can’t wait to shoot it! Awesome! Brand new, or did you find a "previously loved" model? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dstein Posted March 9, 2018 Author Share Posted March 9, 2018 “Previously loved”! ? Looks brand new! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g mac Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 On 3/6/2018 at 7:03 AM, dstein said: Thanks g mac! no problem..enjoy the sport! cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doublehelix Posted March 10, 2018 Share Posted March 10, 2018 On 3/9/2018 at 9:37 AM, dstein said: “Previously loved”! ? Looks brand new! As they say, "Didn't happen without the pictures"!!! Show us what you got!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlewing6283 Posted March 10, 2018 Share Posted March 10, 2018 very good info in this thread. I myself am looking to shoot major in 40. I was tossed up between the DVC and CZ TS . CZ TS will be "easier" for me to get because im in CA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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