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I don't own one but I really want to get a CZ. I've seen a couple people compete with it and it seems like a nice production gun. Unlike most semi autos, the slide rides on the inside of the frame which is supposed to provide better slide to frame fit and accuracy. I was thinking about getting a CZ 75 SP01 Shadow Target or the Tanfoglio Stock III which I saw in a magazine today. The Stock III has an improved trigger. Both pistols would be great in production class although the Stock III may be harder to get. You can always go up and get a 2011 chambered in 40 S&W for Limited or Lim10. These are great pistols. I currently use my STI Edge in Limited but can always switch to Lim10. I believe there was a Benny Hill custom for sale in the marketplace. Another option is to go with a 2011 open gun. You can find used ones out there for a semi decent price.

Now, I am interested if you can squeeze 2 rifles in there. I wasn't sure if the other side was wide enough to stick another rifle. Is the padding sufficient that the 2 rifles do not get banged up?

Too bad this bag is kind of small for me. I just measured my rifle and it's 37" in length. I can probably fit it diagonally but then I would only be able to hold 1 rifle in it anyway. I have a few bags that can hold one rifle already. I was hoping for a soft bag that can actually hold 2 rifles.

Seems like buying 5 is cheaper than buying 10. Works out to be 20.52 with shipping for each bag when you buy 5. It does not get cheaper until you buy 12. It starts to drop below $20 each with shipping then.

The fit is very nice between the upper and lower. A set screw can tighten things up although you have to remove the grip to do so. No complaints. I got the vanilla one without the ambi stuff. It was not that big of a deal though. The folks at Mega Arms are great to deal with. I was hunting for one in January this year and could not find one. I contacted Mega Arms and they directed me to the next dealer they were shipping to and I got one very quickly. They also told me that if there was any dealer price gouging, I should let them know as they had a strict policy on that. The new MKM is a great option as you can get the keymods. Hunting for a good 308 handguard is a bit tough as the selection is limited and you need to know what style to get. There are two different heights for the DPMS style handguards so you really need to do your research.

Nice, I think lowers with "cosmetic" blems are great deals. Too bad I'm not in the market for any more lowers. I'm still trying to wrap up 2 more builds. 1 is a 300 BLK. I'm not sure what the other one will be unless there is something interesting coming out, it may just stay as a stripped lower.

Welcome. I've done the training classes at GunsForHire but they are pretty far north for you. They used to offer training at multiple locations. I've heard good things about MDTS. They offer training at a variety of locations but mostly at Barnegat, NJ. I'm hoping they offer training at Old Bridge again as that is closer to me. You just missed their Practical Pistol Skills which was this past Saturday though and I don't see anything on their calendar for the rest of the year in NJ. Look thru the forum sponsors though as there are a few others in there. You can go thru the feedback for each training companies. It looks like Green Academy of Personal Protection is also down south but I've never dealt with them.

AIM Surplus has cosmetic blem Spikes lower for $79.95 with free shipping. http://www.aimsurplus.com/product.aspx?item=F1STSLBLEM Spikes stripped upper for 99.95, free shipping. http://www.aimsurplus.com/product.aspx?item=XSTSFT50M4

Aaron shot with us at Shongum this past Saturday. You were in the other squad this past weekend but I'm sure you've run into him before. I confirmed that the training is at Shongum.

It's always with me. It's laminated to protect it. I have my credit cards, cash and other stuff with me. I have it with me always as you never know when you stumble upon a deal while visiting a store. I made the mistake once while visiting a gun shop an hour away. I couldn't touch anything. I figure from that point on, it's going to be with me. You also cannot buy ammo without it.

I've got an used Taurus 1911 ALR. I got it more for price point and the aesthetics as I like the 2 tone. It was nice but the fit was not quite perfect. There was quite a bit of play everywhere and the action was a bit gritty. I was going to get some work done on it. Twong here took apart the gun yesterday and told me exactly what I needed to replace if I wanted to use it at a match. It was pretty much most of the internals. Most of the internal parts were MIM. I was going to keep it despite that but replace the barrel, bushing, slide stop and FCG. Twong was able to polish up the FCG so I may be able to leave that part alone. For regular usage, the Taurus has always gone bang. I had no complaints there but my usage for it is slightly different.

Yes, I buy stuff from them every so often. No issues and they ship pretty quickly.

I think you can't go wrong with either one. I have a Maten that I built myself. I still want a M1a though. The M1a with the Sage chassis will draw more interest from other people. As Robo said, I'm not sure how it would be after it gets neutered though. Adding a brake is not a problem as those are easily available but I'm more worried about the stock as the collapsible stock looks pretty slick.

It's tough without an extra set of hands to hold the roll pin, roll pin punch and the hammer. A trick I learned is to use masking tape and tape the roll pin to the roll pin punch. You can then support the punch by holding the point where the masking tape is applied. Gently tap the punch to get it started. Once you feel the pin is inserted, you can remove the masking tape and start taping a bit harder.

I think each gun is going to have it's quirks. You'll need to find out what works for it. The PMC stuff works well on my gun but not so much on my brother in laws. I think his is just picky as it cycles fine with Federal stuff. I just joke saying that it likes the expensive stuff.

I would also check your ammo. Have you tried any other ammo? I built an AR for my brother in law. We initially tried the PMC 223 stuff and the bolt would not lock back. It would strip the rounds without issue. We then tried PMC XTAC 556. Same issue. We then tried the Federal 556 and it functioned without issue. We repeated the test multiple times without issue with the Federal stuff. PMC are loaded light. It's perfect when I want to do matches as there is minimal recoil and they function without issue on my own rifle.

I got some of these mags for my Gen 4 G22. It would not drop free and requires a lot of force to shove in. I called them afterwards to ask about the issue. They asked if it was a Gen 4. When I said yes, they said it was not compatible. They took it back but I had to pay for shipping out of my own pocket. I eventually went and got factory glock mags. Good luck with them.

CCI Small Pistol Primers (box of 5k) are available from Midway for $185.04 shipped ($141.99 + $15.55 shipping + $27.50 hazmat). http://www.midwayusa.com/product/614158/cci-small-pistol-primers-500-case-of-5000-5-boxes-of-1000? Limit 1 box though.

Thanks, checked mine out and it was ok. Video link for those who do not want to read: http://www.youtube.com/embed/jsQWGS-P9Pk?rel=0 S&W Link http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Category4_750001_750051_791654_-1_757978_757978_image

If you want a Spartan V in 9mm, Dawson has them in stock. According to their webpage, shipping is free for in stock STI guns featured on their main page. http://www.dawsonprecision.com/ProductDetail.jsp?LISTID=80000AE1-1263828368 I was thinking about the Spartan V as a cheap intro to a 1911 in 9mm. If I like it, I can then look into something nicer but my research on this was that things were always a hit or miss regardless of the gun.

Thanks. That was what I was looking for. It looks like there are slots available for both days which works out well.

Wouldn't the sectionals be considered a conflict? First Saturday of Sept is the 7th. Interesting that the second Sunday is the 8th. Shongum and CJ are back to back while the Sectional would conflict with both.

Thanks. I was thinking of going to Shongum also but I'm not sure if they will have the match that Saturday. If not, then I'm flexible for either Saturday or Sunday.

Thanks Ron. Do you need to send in the match application before you can use the self-service squadding? I'd like to see the time slots available.

How does the match date work? Do you need to be available for both Saturday and Sunday? Also, what time do you need to be there? I want to plan my time accordingly. I'd really like to try a level 2 match. You can join USPSA before this match at Old Bridge next Sunday. $40 to join USPSA and you shoot your first match for free. You can get your feet wet first.