ramtough47 Posted February 10, 2008 Share Posted February 10, 2008 This is especially for Glock shooters as i shoot a 34.I would especially appreciate any A,Master or GM input ion this. With rising cost of bullets,powder,etc,etc, I'm trying to cut cost where i can,but at the same time i am trying to get better which means shoot more.I am currently a A class Production shooter trying to get higher.For the last two years i have been shooting 147 gr. bullets,either Montana Gold or Berrys using Titegroup powder.My question to all is: Am i better off staying with the 147 or transition down to the 124.If so what is everyone shooting.What about using the Precision[the black bullet]bullet,either 147 or 124. Guys forgive me, i know their are a multitude of opnions out there and some of you are going to say you got to experiment to see what is best for you,and i understand that,i would just like to know what is the general consensus of the shooters out there and what they are using[in Glocks]. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boz1911 Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 Need to know if you are using the stock barrel? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SA Friday Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 The more you shoot the less it matters if you are shooting a 147gr handload or a 115gr WWB load. What's more important is consistancy. If you are going to shoot a load, get it's timing down right. bouncing between different loads can cause problems, but if you shoot 124gr handloads all the time and you are used to the timing, it's not going to affect the rest of your shooting. The only thing I can say is different is the 147 bullets are a lot better at knocking down steel, but if it's set right, it's a null factor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
00bullitt Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 (edited) I actually prefer the lighter 124/125 grain bullets better. The slide tracks flatter and faster and works better for my speed. I used to shoot only 147's. Now I have a hard time re timing myself to them. I load 3.8 grains of Titegroup under a MG 124 CMJ loaded to 1.140" with winchester small pistol magnum primers. They PF at 128 in 60 degree weather. They are also the most accurate bullet I've shot yet with Titegroup. I saw a big jump from A to M when I started loading my own handloads and tayloring them to my shooting style. Edited February 11, 2008 by 00bullitt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramtough47 Posted February 11, 2008 Author Share Posted February 11, 2008 I am shooting a stock barrell. 00bulitt...are you shooting a glock with that load data. I have been experiementing with the MG 124 using titegroup powder.I've been using 3.9 to 4.1 gr. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SA Friday Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 3.9-4.1 sounds like way too much for a comfortable 130 pf. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoofy Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 (edited) Glock 34 stock barrel: 3.8 TG + 124gr MG = 132 PF XD9 Tact same load is hitting 130 PF WSPM primers are adding 3 PF to each Just Chrono'd these on Friday. Edited February 11, 2008 by Hoofy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
00bullitt Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 I made a mistake on powder charge. I edited it to show 3.8 grains instead of 3.4. My 3.4 grain load was for the Zero 135. I also run a Bar Sto barrel in my 34 which is about 40 fps slower than stock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott R Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 I recently worked up and chronographed some loads with 147g bullets in a G34 and while testing them and comparing to my load with 125g bullets I thought they shot softer by a large margin. The next match I shot I started with the 147s and about half way through ran out and started topping off and refilling empty mags with the 125s (in no particular order, just all mixed up). What I realized was that while focused on executing a plan for the stage and shooting by reading the sights I never noticed any difference in the way the gun performed. Now I am not recommending that you mix your loads up as I did but I am suggesting that if your fundamentals are good the load probably won't make much difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j1b Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 I'd switch. Couple of reasons why. First, if it saves you money that's a good thing. Go for it. Two, you just might find a load that works better for you. Third, a little switcheroo will cause you to look to see what's different. Almost by default it'll make you pay a little better attention. That'll make you a better shooter. So when you shoot your first match with the 124's and you have a fantastic match, don't start thinking the bullets make a huge difference. Realize it was most likely you acknowledging you needed to pay attention a little more, and it was that attention that scored you the points. Not the piece of lead flying down range. J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramtough47 Posted February 12, 2008 Author Share Posted February 12, 2008 Thanks everyone for the input.It is appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beretta bob Posted February 14, 2008 Share Posted February 14, 2008 Thanks everyone for the input.It is appreciated. First thing ya do Andy...........Dump the Glock Yes, I'm here too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bulm540 Posted February 14, 2008 Share Posted February 14, 2008 Oh boy..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flexmoney Posted February 14, 2008 Share Posted February 14, 2008 I shoot Zero 124's (or 125's...whichever is the JHP) out of a stock G34. I load with TG to 135pf + I haven' tried any of the moly bullets. I'd shoot lead for practice, but only out of a replacement barrel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramtough47 Posted February 29, 2008 Author Share Posted February 29, 2008 Thanks everyone for the input.It is appreciated. Thanks everyone for the input.It is appreciated. First thing ya do Andy...........Dump the Glock Yes, I'm here too. You followed me to this forum too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Smith Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 FWIW, I tried moly coated bullets, but was getting a lot of smoke with Titegroup. I have been told that fast burning powders will do that as they burn off the coating on the base of the bullet. It may also be worth your while considering the MG 121gr IFP's. Bulk prices on these have been good (everything considered) and they shoot extremely consistently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe D Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 Solo 1000 smokes a lot less than TG. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beretta bob Posted March 3, 2008 Share Posted March 3, 2008 Thanks everyone for the input.It is appreciated. Thanks everyone for the input.It is appreciated. First thing ya do Andy...........Dump the Glock Yes, I'm here too. You followed me to this forum too Sorry Andy, but ya know I'm your biggest fan! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now