SpeedNeeder Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Hello all. I recently started pistol shooting, back in February. It's been really fun when I can find ammo. I shot an IPSC tournament in March, and then again this month (couldn't find enough ammo in between). I really had a good time. I found this website, and now I'm searching for training/practice tips for new guys. I was looking at shot timers and was amazed at the $120 price tag, but I guess it is fairly specialized equipment. I have been shooting production with my Springfield XDm 9 if anyone wants to know. Have a great day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s_gorilla45 Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Welcome! I'm sure some of the other guys will be along shortly with all sorts of advice for ya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XD Niner Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 (edited) We're glad to have you with us SpeedNeeder! You'll find this is a great community of terrific people that are amazingly helpful. The BEginners Forum is an excellent place to start but you'll quickly discover a wealth of information in other forums as well. I can guarantee that the knowledge housed here is well beyond any book that you can find on competitive action shooting. You'll also find that your XDM is a great Production gun. Of course, I may be a bit prejudiced. Edited August 20, 2009 by XD Niner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerTrace Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 Hello all.I recently started pistol shooting, back in February. It's been really fun when I can find ammo. I shot an IPSC tournament in March, and then again this month (couldn't find enough ammo in between). I really had a good time. I found this website, and now I'm searching for training/practice tips for new guys. I was looking at shot timers and was amazed at the $120 price tag, but I guess it is fairly specialized equipment. I have been shooting production with my Springfield XDm 9 if anyone wants to know. Have a great day! That is how it all starts. You go to a match or two and then you're hooked. Most of the seasoned guys at local clubs really know how to treat the new guys. You might give Atlanta Arms and Ammo a try if you can't find your 9mm locally. My last price list shows $200.00 per thousand for 115grain factory reloads. That is probably cheapeaar than Wal-Mart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcarter Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 Well, You have found a great resource for you to have. Just about any question you could ever have can be answered by the folks on this forum. If you really want to practice spend the money and get that timer. Make yourself some targets and get to work. Good luck and welcome to forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-ManBart Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 Hello all.I recently started pistol shooting, back in February. It's been really fun when I can find ammo. I shot an IPSC tournament in March, and then again this month (couldn't find enough ammo in between). I really had a good time. I found this website, and now I'm searching for training/practice tips for new guys. I was looking at shot timers and was amazed at the $120 price tag, but I guess it is fairly specialized equipment. I have been shooting production with my Springfield XDm 9 if anyone wants to know. Have a great day! Welcome! Couple of things off the bat that might help. Shot timers: contact one of our sponsors and buy a CED 7000 (around $109) and call it good (I have three different timers and have used many others)...trust me/us on that one. Ammo: Contact Atlanta Arms & Ammo via e-mail and ask them to e-mail you their current pricing. Order some of their ammo and be happy! Even their most expensive 9mm ammo (new cases) was only $295/k last I knew (couple of months ago) and reloaded cases were as low at $200/k. They offer free shipping if you're law enforcement. Use the search function, read lots and you're be set! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conrad Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 congratulations on finding the most fun sport in the whole wide world. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Vigilante Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 If you intend on staying in USPSA/IDPA, etc start saving your money for a reloading setup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GentlemanJim Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 Welcome home The shooting is fun...but the people are what keeps you coming back Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedNeeder Posted August 22, 2009 Author Share Posted August 22, 2009 Thanks everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrumpyOne Posted August 22, 2009 Share Posted August 22, 2009 Get out now! While you can! Otherwise, it will take up your entire life, all of your money, you'll have too much fun, and get to be a better shot. Welcome to the forum! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halogrinder Posted August 23, 2009 Share Posted August 23, 2009 glad im not just the only new guy around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikerburgess Posted August 24, 2009 Share Posted August 24, 2009 I'll give you the same greeting I got at my second match. Welcome to the poor this is the best place for any info you need just search away and have fun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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