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  1. Posted

    I have a S&W 500 Mag with 8 3/8" barrel. I believe that this qualifies as a Stupid Big Gun. I have had it for years and it goes some years without being shot. Every time I think of selling it I take it out and shot 3-5 rds and it gives me a big smile and goes back it the safe.

    I recently had a friend from Canada visit and we shot in the back yard. One of the highlights was him shooting the 500. The look on his face was priceless.

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  2. Posted

    10 hours ago, PK90 said:

    The Tax Free website is now online and live.

    I just did (5) SBRs for pistols. The pistols will be the registered item, not the brace. I uploaded a pic of the receiver and firearm for each. As an FFL01/03, I had to pay for each form1 in the past, and had all intentions of making these pistols as SBRs but never got around to it. It saved me $1k. We'll see if it works and how long it will take.

    I have an eForm account and have never used it. Does this mean that I can SBR my AR pistol with brace along with my CZ Scorpion w/brace and they will be SBR's without paying the $200 per? The downside is the registration, but can I put real stocks on them after the registration?

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    I have been carrying AIWB every day for years. There is no one single AIWB location that works for everyone. My weight fluctuates and when I am heavier I tend to shift the gun closer to the outer edge in line with the thigh/pelvic bone. I shift the holster to my hip for driving and sitting at a desk and shift the gun to AIWB when walking around. I carry everything from a P365, G19, P30SK, G26, 1911, 92X Compact, EDC X9S, etc. I also wear clothes that are one size larger like others have discussed. The only times I OWB in warmer weather are when hiking, hunting, and other outside activities. 

    I do OWB in the winter quire a bit but I have found that printing is still an issue. OWB make is feel like I am wearing a brick on my side.

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    4 hours ago, MartyZ said:

    I just got back from the range, put 250+ rounds of my 115gr reloads thru the new P30SK, not a single failure. I believe the P30SK and VP9SK share a similar dual recoil spring design. So either your springs were a bit too stiff, or my reloads were a little hot. Which is quite possible since I worked them up for the VP9.

     

    I just got done shooting. Put 75rds of mixed 115gr and 124gr reloads with no issues encountered. The gun is very accurate. I was shooting steel at 25yds at it was a bit too easy. I like the trigger way more than the Glock trigger.

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  6. Posted

    40rds of 147gr HST appear to have resolved the FTE/FTF issues. I was able to shoot a mixture of 124gr and 115gr ammo with the exception of the slide not locking back on one magazine. Another thing I noticed is the frame rails have sharp edges on them compared to other polymer guns. My P320 C-Compact has very polished/smooth frame rails. The HK rails were very rough in comparison.

  7. Posted

    Update, tonight I shot 10rds of reloaded 147gr HSTs and they shot perfectly. I will put another 40rds of the 147 through it and see if the lighter 124gr will work without issue. Definitely a recoil spring issue in my opinion. Racked it a bunch last night and left it locked open all night and day. Will do this again tonight. What a pain in the ass.

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    I just shot 10rds and it seems to be getting a bit better. No FTE and 3 Failure to Feed. One failure was a nose up chamber feed failure and the other two feed failures were round ejected and no round loaded from magazine (empty chamber). This tells me that the slide is not always cycling back far enough to strip a round from the mag. I racked the slide a bunch of times last night and left the slide locked back overnight. One additional observation is that the slide stop was almost impossible to release. I used it a bunch while racking the slide and now it feels like a normal slide release and will release like it should.

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    47 minutes ago, Cheflife15 said:

    I just checked mine. Mine is brand new, has 200 rounds through it. No issues with all factory loaded ammo. It has the same red painted recoil spring. Any chance some of the reloads were light since it cycled factory speer?

    Light is a relative term. The Speer GD were +p. I measure my reloads with a chronograph and they are not light.

  10. Posted

    7 minutes ago, Krdshrk said:

    Did you clean it?  Some guns come fine with factory lube but HK may put it in packing grease.  I know Beretta does that - definitely had to clean all of my Berettas before shooting.  The IWI Jericho 941 I got looks like it had regular lube but I cleaned it as well.  I definitely FTF/FTE issues with my Kimber 1911 LW Stainless 9mm until I cleaned it and lubed the heck out of it.

    Yes, I did clean and lube it. This is not a dry gun issue. It seems to me that the recoil spring is too stiff. I looked for info on the red paint markings on the spring but didn't come up with anything for the VP9SK.

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    6 minutes ago, winmag45 said:

    My P30L did the same thing.I was using 115gn but HK said the gun needed to be shot with 124gn to break it in first.I just ran a whole box of 124 today with no issues.I switched back to 115 and got he FTE.You might want to reach out to James at https://www.teufelshundtactical.com/.He is one of  if not thee best HK armorer and great guy, and should be able to get you straight.Good luck.

    I was just shooting 124g. My Stacatto and Wilson eat anything I feed them along with the Glocks, Sig, Walther, Kahr, etc. I have a lot of guns and this is the first one that has been like this for me over the years. 

    I appreciate the link and will reach out if this doesn't clear up soon.

  12. Posted

    Just got home from work and went to the back yard and fired 7 rounds. Shot one fired fine, ejected very close to me and loaded rd 2. Rd 2 fired and ejected straight up about 8 inches, failure to feed rd 3. Rd 3 fired and ejected very short, loaded rd 4. Rd 4 fired, stovepipe. Rd 5 fired and ejected with failure to feed. rd 6 fired cycled fully (ejected brass and loaded rd 7). Rd 7 fired and ejected, slide did not lock on last rd. 

  13. Posted

    30 minutes ago, Mr.Stu said:

    What's the nature of the FTE? Is the brass still in the breech? Is it stove piping?

    Yes, and yes to both. Worst case of FTE I have ever seen. I will continue to shoot to see if this situation changes. The recoil spring assembly has red paint markings on it. Not sure what weight the spring assembly is, not that it should matter for a brand new gun...

  14. Posted

    I just bought a VP9SK this weekend and shot it yesterday. I have had more FTE with this gun than any I have ever shot. I started with some 124g ammo I reloaded this summer. This ammo cycles every 9mm I own. I had regular FTE at times every shot and every other. It did cycle Speer 124g +p Gold Dot and reloaded 147g HST. I did clean the gun prior to shooting it. Very disappointed at this point. This was the first HK I have purchased and I am not impressed. It is very accurate and has a good trigger, but still not impressed. New had this type of issue with and gun before. I am not going to shoot 200 Gold Dots through it to break it in. Does HK normally require a break in?

  15. Posted

    On 7/14/2022 at 2:25 PM, CJack said:

    I am trying to get used to this kydex IWB with G26.. cannot seem to find comfortable spot. Appendix, pokes into junk and pokes into belly. 3'clock - prints and pokes into upper side when I sit.  Any tips ?

    AIWB should be in accordance with your frame. I carry more towards my hip and not in the center (halfway between midpoint and hip). Some people carry more centered.

  16. Posted

    On 6/26/2022 at 2:48 PM, High Exposure said:

    I like AIWB (Appendix In the Waist Band) but it took me a long time to get there. I’ve been carrying a gun either concealed or open (duty holsters) everyday for 19 years now. I’ve taken many classes by some of the best firearms trainers in the world - a lot of them covering concealed carry. I have tried a lot of techniques and equipment and I have gains a lot of experience to develop my carry system. 

    However - what works for me may not work for you. Finding what works is a journey.  I’ll also say this - If you don’t have a box of holsters you don’t like, you may be missing something. 

    The only shortcut I can give you is to reinforce how important a good GUNbelt is. It’s initially more important than the holster.

    I’m a right handed shooter. I started in a leather OWB holster at 3 o’clock in an FBI cant. From there I went to a 4o’clock, then IWB, then back to 3 o’clock in a 0 cant holster.

    My current carry is this:
    • Ares gear Aegis Belt (2” bigger than normal)
    • Tenicor Sagax Lux (AIWB) for a G19 or G48 with TLR7a
    • NeoMag pocket mag carrier in left front pocket

    It works for me.

    Think of CCW as a system. It’s also a commitment - especially IWB. If you make smart choices in clothes and equipment, it makes it a lot easier.

    Experimentation will be key - the Sig and the 92 may not be ideal for AIWB carry. 

    Ditch the Serpa. Seriously. They are terrible holsters. I ban them on my ranges. You can get a Safariland holster for like $10 more than a SERPA.
     

    Terrible idea for IWB carry in my experience. Sticks to your shirt and prints more and is rough against your skin which rubs uncomfortably and drags on the draw. If anything, a decent stipple job and you can knock it down with some sandpaper/emery cloth if it’s still too sharp.

    I agree with AIWB. It is the primary method for me and has been for years. I like BlackPoint Tactical, Muddy River Tactical, We The People, and a couple of others (all with a claw). I cannot stand Alien Gear and other like them. AIWB conceals on my frame far better than any other method. I can AIWB a full sized pistol, but normally carry subcompact 9mm's. When driving I just slide the holster to 3 o'clock when getting into the car and readjust when getting out of the car. I have a couple of bins filled with holsters that didn't work for me for one reason or another. IWB at any other location leaves a large print and for me is much slower to draw. I carry a spare mag in my front pocket even though I have a bunch of mag carriers. It is just more comfortable for me to carry the mag in a pocket.

  18. Posted

    Her is my newest CCW gun. I haven't had it for long but it has really impressed me. This is an awesome gun with the best trigger of all of my handguns. It is barely larger than my P365 and will become my EDC starting tomorrow. The fit and finish are outstanding.

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  19. Posted

    9 hours ago, Scorpio64 said:

    Unfortunately the denial will follow.  The OP will have to answer yes to being denied in another state.  It has to be dealt wither here and asap, at least lawyer up and get the ball rolling.

    How can it follow? Other states don't ask about denials in NJ. In VA we have no questions about ever being denied. That is a NJ thing.

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  21. Posted

    Just picked up a new M&P 10mm this week. Sot it yesterday and have to say that my Glock 20 will probably be on it's way out of my collection. This is the first non revolver S&W handgun for me. I have to say that it feels and shoots great. I was shooting full power loads and the recoil was not even noticeable. The chamber is a lot more supported than the Glock barrel. This matters to me because I reload 10mm.

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  24. Posted

    2 hours ago, 10X said:

    I have noticed better availability for some common bullets; fortunately, I shoot a lot of cast bullets, and never had a hint of a problem finding those throughout this mess.  

    I'm also fortunate that I normally shoot a lot more target handgun rounds than I do high power rifle.   A pound of Bullseye goes a LOT farther than a pound of 4895!

    I bought a lot of cast bullets in the past year fro Rim Rock bullets https://rimrockbullets.com/. Excellent selection and quality. Shipping is cheap as well.

  25. Posted

    1 hour ago, Parker said:

    This saddens me, that is an astronomical price for primers. Primer unavailability is matched by bullet selection, which are non-existent in some areas. I have watchlists on a few sites (Graf's, Precision Reloading, etc.) and have been waiting for certain bullets for more than two years now.  I can't find the .224", .243" & .257', .358" or .429" rifle bullets I've used for years that were always available. I reached out to Hammer bullets this week and they have availability but cost for just the bullet start @ $.1.60.  Tough times right now. 

    I have a lot of powder, brass, and bullets (with the exception of certain hunting bullets). We are in a sad state of affairs. 

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