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I did USPSA here a few months back. Pretty nice to do a match indoors. You can sit on a couch in the lounge and watch TV while you wait your turn, haha. Inbetween helping tape and set up of course!

Wow, this sounds sweet! This is the indoor range I presume. Isn't it right next to the outdoor range?

Thank you! Hopefully I will make it.

I called them, no answer. Sent an e-mail too, but usually they don't respond to e-mails.

I didn't see it on their calender on their website. Usually 2nd Sunday is Static Steel. Is it cancelled? I might be in the area. If anyone knows/is a member that'd be great.

I shot the ATI GSG 1911-22 that they have for rent at shoreshot. In fact I think it was the first handgun I ever shot. I rented it a couple times after that. Probably put a total of 300 rounds or more through it and did not have any issues that I can recall (and that's on a rental!). Very fun gun. Can't rate the accuracy cause I was a new shooter then,but even so it seemed pretty good. I own the Kimber conversion. Personally I love the conversion and with the right ammo (CCI Mini Mag, Blazer is what I use) it's great and very accurate. I think the Kimber Target 22 upper is the exact same as the conversion from what I could tell when I handled one, except the lower is lighter, maybe aluminum? As for the others type in model in google followed by the word 'forum' and you'll get a lot of personal opinions on them and you can kinda weight them out.

I'd just buy twice as many of them!

My local PD let me do this the first time, and then this recent time they said I could only do 3 at a time. I know they were wrong because you can technically use 3, then renew 3 and use them in the 90 day renewal period. The funny thing is the last time I went the receptionist saw I was applying for 6 and asked the detective what is the max, he said 6. Then this time I applied the detectiveasked the receptionist what is the max and she said 3. LOL! What the hell is goin' on? I dunno. But they were very nice to work with and their turn around is actually pretty fast compared to what I see here. Anyways, I only apply for that many at a time not for multiple guns but just so I can trade/sell/buy when good deals come.

Sorry if I stated something not true, but I really did believe this as it was told to me in that class and I've also heard others say it as well. Funny you mention Nappen's book as I was applying for my P2P yesterday at my local PD and the detective recommended his sight to get clarity on gun laws and their interpretations. Is it not a good resource?

Well that is news to me. I was told in the NRA Basic pistol class I took that a loaded mag is the same as a loaded weapon. I always dump my mags after a match, but I'm afraid one day I'll forget. Of course that's the day I'd get pulled over. Hey man, it's NJ I wouldn't put anything past these crazy laws.

Not sure if it's been asked. I was just wondering if loaded speedloaders or moonclips are also considered loaded magazines and fall under the same fines and punishments.

Just wondering all the things I need if I decide to load this caliber if I already have the 9mm set up. For 45 ACP I ended up just buying the entire carrier assembly since there was so much to swap out. I hope this is not the case from 9mm to 38spl/357 mag. Thanks for your guys help.

I called it "aiming low" until I just googled this terminology, LOL! And yes, when I use a 6'clock hold things are alright. I'm just not used to that hold.

I shoot a bit high with my Kimber TLE RL II. The gun is very accurate, but my site picture is the point of impact above the front site. I prefer to have POI where the front site covers. This is more exaggerated at further distances. I considered the Dawson's adjustable rear for the Kimber, but the problem is it appears the lowest setting is pretty much the stock height on my existing Meprolight sight that came with the gun. That means I would not be able to get it to shoot any lower. Unless I'm wrong and they are different dims, I"m just going off online pictures. That's why I'm considering putting in a slightly taller front site. Just a tiny bit higher and I think I'd be alright. Any ideas on what would be best? Not sure if anyone has had experience with the Dawson's or switched out to a taller front sight. Thanks.

Mine is the same set up except on a Kimber TLE RL II. It really is plenty accurate for me and so much fun. I'm thinking about getting the Sig P220 Classic 22 and converting it later to 45ACP just cause I wanted a Sig conversion anyways and a P220.

Sorry I was thinking of the pistol, just realized.

I did handle a dedicated target 22 before and it is quite different. I guess the factor I'm talking about is an intangible one: The Fun Factor. Blasting a bunch of 22 is just good ol' fun and to me it's more fun when it is based on a real center fire pistol. You have a point, I can't get used to the dedicated/ target 22 style/looks/feel. It's such a different platform and one that I haven't warmed up to. But I really do admire and respect their accuracy. For my intents and purposes I would not need to (nor would I be able, LOL!) to shoot under an inch at 50 yards.

I noticed that I hear people react to high priced 22lr (including myself) with: That's a lot for a 22... But then I kind of questioned why exactly that is. For example I was considering a S&W 617, but it's over $700 and in my mind it was too much for a 22. But that particular revolver from what I can tell is constructed just as solid as any other S&W revolver so shouldn't it be just as much? Should a smaller caliber necessarily dictate a lower price? I guess it makes sense on some auto pistols though since the slide is usually aluminum and not steel which is far easier to machine and cheaper. Just wondering your thoughts.

Anyone have one, shot one? Kind of a lot of money for a 22 IMO. But hey, might be worth it.

I mainly use my 22 conversion for Static Steel where accuracy is not that important. Meaning you gotta do your part of course, but you don't need to shoot 1" groups at 50 yards. Do you think the Mark I/II/IIIs, Buckmarks, and the likes serve any advantage for such matches that I am overlooking? I also want to start using my conversion for some of the OBRAMs 22 action matches when they start again. I think I just like the feel of a real production gun and that's why I like the conversions. I always considered getting a dedicated, from the ground up, 22 pistol but haven't found one that I think I'll have as much fun with. Things change though.

Is there a big difference in accuracy/performance between a 22lr conversion kit (ie Glock/Kimber/Sig) or a 22 clone pistol (M&P22, GSG1911, etc.) vs. a dedicated 22lr pistol like the Ruger Mark II/III, Buckmark, Beretta Neos, etc.? I personally like conversion kits because the trigger and grip remain the same on my favorite pistols. Kinda like a cheap way to keep enjoying your favorite firearm. Also, no need to burn a permit. I have shot a Mark III, S&W617, GSG 1911 22lr, but I can't really judge performance/accuracy as I was new to shooting at the time and it was a long time ago. I'm thinking bout the Sig 22lr upper for my 228. What your thoughts/experiences?

They have one at Shoreshot for rent. I rented it a couple of times and absolutely loved it. One problem though is after shooting the 617 you don't really want to compromise to anything lower if your'e looking for a 22lr revolver. It is a lot of money for a 22lr, but it is built pretty much like any standard S&W revolver.

For editing Sony Vegas Basic can do a lot for little money (around $50-$60). There is a bit of a learning curve though. I edit all my vids with it and you can get some more advanced looking cuts with it. I can't stand WMM, but yes, get's the job done and it's what I started with.

It's kinda funny, but I don't know much about this guy except that when I was researching conversion kits for my 1911 I kept running into how Ciener is a douche. I guess this means there was a lot of truth in it.

I have the Serpa and will probably switch to a Bladetech. I just don't like having to think about pushing a button to draw. Yes, it is in a natural position and everything but to me it is still another "piece" to the draw. It's even worse if you're drawing a pistol that needs a safety disengaged. Now that's two buttons you gotta push. I'd rather just focus on one action alone.