What gun for steel matches ???

[FishNHard 145]

Hey All. So this past weekend  I went to do a little rifle shooting at CJRPC and seen they had the steel matches going on so I decided to watch for a bit and seem like a lot of fun so right now I own a m&p shield in 9mm and a Springfield operator in 45 so my question is . is the 45 to much and the compact to small . or does it really not matter.

John 

[alec.mc 180]

While either gun is not "ideal" in my opinion , either will work

 

all you need is a holster, and at least 5 magazines.

 

Shoot whatever you are comfortable with. 

 

There is usually a " compact " division

 

Shooting factory .45 acp ammo is probably a bit much though, all you need to do is " ding " the steel. Lots of people use 9mm / 38 / .40 , but there are a bunch of people who hand load 45s for steel challenge. 

 

good luck

[SW9racer 262]

You can also use either a pistol or rifle in 22lr for the steel matches as you dont need to knock them down.

[High Exposure 5,669]

Either will work. Between the two you listed I would shoot the 1911.

 

I shoot a stock Glock 35 with full power FMJ ammo and do OK.

[Steve_G 51]

Of those two, definitely the Springer. I shot my first couple matches with a TRP with factory ammo and had a blast. I'd suggest using what you got for a few matches and see if it's something you really enjoy. If so, look into reloading and maybe even a 9mm 1911. I use a S&W 1911 Pro Series in 9mm now with my own loads and there really is a huge difference.

[alec.mc 180]

Of those two, definitely the Springer. I shot my first couple matches with a TRP with factory ammo and had a blast. I'd suggest using what you got for a few matches and see if it's something you really enjoy. If so, look into reloading and maybe even a 9mm 1911. I use a S&W 1911 Pro Series in 9mm now with my own loads and there really is a huge difference.

 

still cant hit **** though 

 

       

[Steve_G 51]

still cant hit **** though 

 

       

Wondered how long that would take. That means a lot coming from the 31st loser.

 

 

[Kingsoverqueens 10]

Ouch. lol

 

I miss you guys. : (