Combat Auto

I'm buying one next week. Did extensive investigation (short of shooting one :-)) comparing to the some other great guns in this space and it was all good, including owners opinions (they had 9mm though). Most agree it has the best trigger of the striker-fired plastics, with the HK close behind just slightly.

Thanks Jack, This one will be coming through you next spring. (thanks for the ones you are handling for me this year also). -Joe

Folks, I have a dual caliber (38 super and 45 acp) 1911 being built. I am having a complete second top end (slide, barrel, etc.). When it goes to the FFL to be transferred, how is this documented? Is it as simple as listing both calibers on the permit in the caliber section? Or is there some crazy NJ-Law that I need to consider. Thanks,

Most of my guns are 45, and I have 2 38 supers. I was thinking about getting a 40, but after watching how well the 45 shoots, I'm very interested in it...I may do both the 9mm and 45 also. No sence getting a 40 and 45, I don't think.

Been doing a lot of research on the PPQ M2, best stock trigger, best accuracy (by most accounts anyway) in its class. Not sure which caliber though, 40 or 45. Anyone have the 45? How do you like it? Thanks for the info.

The best 8 round mags are the Wilson FLATWIRE mags. These are all I use in 8 at this point. The 10 Round Cip M. mags with the most recent follower design are great (last time I was on their site they had 2 flavors). I have 3 of them and yet to have a single failure with them.

Hello Folks, Anyone know if this gun is N.J legal? It has a removable compensator. I've been googling for last hour and can't figure out the fact that it is removable is OK or not. Thanks, C.A. http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product4_750001_750051_765744_-1_757770_757767_757751_ProductDisplayErrorView_Y

I am down to the 325TR and the 625 Perf. Center. The JM gun dosn't do it for me for some reason. Of the remaining two, the 625 is probably a "better" gun, esp. as Bob says for matches, heavy range sessions. But, I am buying it for an ocasional shoot, and a HD back-up where the 325 light-rail capability is a big plus. Also, on the night stand comming out of a deep sleep, a lighter-weight gun has its advantages. Also, with HD distances the lightness isn't much of a disadvantage vs the heavier 625 as far as putting rounds on target. -I just need to get over the many occorances of the "infant-mortality" the 325 seemed to suffer since it was introduced. Might just come down to which of the two are available when I am ready.

Sounds like a great shooter...Only concern I have about it is there seem to be quite a few complaints on the internet about things breaking and getting loose NOOB. Some from 2010 or so when the gun first came out (I think). I wonder if S&W ironed most of these things out?

Thanks for the links. These are certainly guns I would consider. Interesting that they are 11 oz heavier than the 325. The Mic. version looks nice with those grips, but they don't list the trigger "job" as one of the features (as they do with the perf. center version).

Thanks for your critical evaluation Bob, always insightfull. The gun would see some range time, and would be used as a HD gun, but not run and shoot games. I am mostly a 1911 guy, but do want a revolver. I have a 629, but the 44 mag is a bit much on my wriists as far as a handgun (for me) - just not worth shortening my shooting "career". I shoot 45 acp very well. So I want to swap out of 44 and into 45 for a revolver. (I have a marlin 44 lever carbine which I will repurpose my 44 mag ammo to).

Time to trade in my 44mag 629 for a 45 acp revolver...Does anyone have the 325 Performance center Thunder Ranch? Do you like it? What is your view on the weapon? Thanks, C.A. http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/w...layErrorView_Y __________________

Kudos to all involved who resolved this so fast...I see it is back on CJR&P site....(Still shows cancelled on Jersey steel sight though).

The members only match is on for Sunday? That is great news!

Ditto?

All of above posts: Interesting insight to the politics, who would have thought...I think I see a reality-TV show comming with all this stuff going on ;-). I have only been a member for about a year and 8 months, but put an enourmous amount of value on my memebership. There is no other place like it in my neck of the woods. ----I am in the camp though that they should have much more activities for "members-only" vs "public"....This is more important now with membership being up, and the "crowds" it brings. ---Or spend more $$$ building more 25 yard pits...I am lucky to have a good # of vacation days and usually shoot during the week. If I had to stick to weekends, with all the public matches, I might not be so high on my memebership.

No typo...I would love to take a "selfi" but hard to do when you are shooting :-)...Shore Shot pistol range...If I could do it anyone can, just set goals, be persistant. The gun helps too, that baby has a 5" flange barrel (kinda a bull-barel on steroids) which helps some.

It looks like this is an issue about using pistol caliber rifles --- am I reading this right on the blog? Also, todays update indicates hope of a new match director. Very sad that it had to come to this, and Bob has to do what he feels is right, but I am hoping the show can go on.

My latest creation: 5 rounds, 45 acp, 25 yards, standing two hand hold, 2" group.

Jack, NP...They are comming from Wilson Combat, and Turnbull manufacturing directly...They have my old FFL on file, and want to replace that with them in their records. (they are both being built now). -Joe

Thanks Jack. I can certainly be available asap. Literally within an hour or two. I have two incoming over the next moth or two - both Blued. I'll call you when they are ready to ship... Is your FFL address on your web page? -Joe

OK Thanks...The last gun I got had scratches, and I highly, highly, doubt the FFL was involved. He is a great guy. But I'd like to avoid the finger pointing by eliminating that as a variable. -Unfortunatly, this FFL has a policy of open the box as soon as they get it.

Anyone know a reliable FFL in the Toms River area who is OK with (not) opening the package (for a transfer) until the buyer is present? (Most I know, open the box immediatly to log the gun in).

amazing...they are well "trained" and know what they are doing...As the saying goes: protect your selves at all times. --Keep the nany cam on you 24x7 as your only defense.