 New to 3 gun, what class will my equipment put me in? |
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 Nov 1 2009, 06:17 PM
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 Looks for Range  Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 8-August 09 From: East Mesa, AZ (5 miles from Rio Salado) Member No.: 20521  |
I'm new to 3 gun, I've fired one rifle stage at my club's match last month and had a lot of fun. I plan to use what I have as much as possible at least for the first few matches. Rifle: RRA 18" with a 20" site radius 1:8 iron sights. Shotgun: Mossberg 935spx 7+1 rifle sights. Pistol: Sig P220 4 mags (could use a holster recommendation). TIA, Jeff |
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Nov 1 2009, 08:35 PM
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Finally read the FAQs Group: Classified Posts: 67 Joined: 17-August 06 From: Grant, ID Member No.: 8834 |
I think that you will be in Limited division, but I'm not up to date on 3 gun rules.
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Nov 3 2009, 07:03 AM
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Looks for Range Group: Members Posts: 24 Joined: 19-October 09 From: Pardoe Sportsmens Western PA Member No.: 21536 |
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But you might need a couple more pistol mags depending on the stages. I don't feel comfortable unless I have 2x as many rounds in mags as I expect to need, especially if steel is involved and I am having an off day. If I only had 33 rounds on me I would feel naked. |
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Nov 3 2009, 12:08 PM
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Looks for Range Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 8-August 09 From: East Mesa, AZ (5 miles from Rio Salado) Member No.: 20521 |
Thanks all. 4 mags would only give me 24 rounds. I'll see if I can scare up a few more.
Anyone have holster recommendations? All I have now is an OWB holster for CCW. Jeff |
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Nov 3 2009, 01:59 PM
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Looks for Range Group: Members Posts: 24 Joined: 19-October 09 From: Pardoe Sportsmens Western PA Member No.: 21536 |
QUOTE (jmurch @ Nov 3 2009, 02:08 PM)  Thanks all. 4 mags would only give me 24 rounds. I'll see if I can scare up a few more. Anyone have holster recommendations? All I have now is an OWB holster for CCW. Jeff Your mags only hold 6? All the P220's I have seen had 8 rounders, 8x4= 32 plus a Barney bullet=33rds |
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Nov 4 2009, 10:17 AM
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Looks for Range Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 8-August 09 From: East Mesa, AZ (5 miles from Rio Salado) Member No.: 20521 |
Mine are actually 7s. If I order 10s will that change effect what division I can shoot? Jeff |
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Nov 4 2009, 12:54 PM
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Looks for Range Group: Members Posts: 24 Joined: 19-October 09 From: Pardoe Sportsmens Western PA Member No.: 21536 |
QUOTE (jmurch @ Nov 4 2009, 12:17 PM) Mine are actually 7s. If I order 10s will that change effect what division I can shoot? Jeff 10's should be fine in limited assuming they work. A 7 shot mag that works is better than a 10 shot one that doesn't. |
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Nov 6 2009, 09:37 AM
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Looks for Range Group: Members Posts: 9 Joined: 23-July 09 From: Minneapolis, MN Member No.: 20283 |
If shooting irons you will be in Tactical Irons for 3-gun.
You will need more then 24 pistol rounds... My magazines I use hold 24 rounds and I don't think I ever used just one magazine (ie 24 rounds) in a stage. I wouldn't go hog wild and start shelling out a bunch of money on magazine. You might want to look at getting a different pistol for the long term, something in a 9MM. It will save you money in the long term over shooting 45, may help you with a faster second shot, and increase your mag capacity. Something to think about down the road maybe. For a holster I would suggest something like the Comp-Tac belt holster or the Blade-Tech DOH. |
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Nov 12 2009, 05:50 PM
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Looks for Range Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 8-August 09 From: East Mesa, AZ (5 miles from Rio Salado) Member No.: 20521 |
If I went for 9mm what would you suggest? P226, CZ75 or ?
Jeff |
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Nov 13 2009, 06:33 AM
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Looks for Range Group: Members Posts: 24 Joined: 19-October 09 From: Pardoe Sportsmens Western PA Member No.: 21536 |
QUOTE (jmurch @ Nov 12 2009, 07:50 PM) CZ75 or ? IMHO, that is by far the best gun for the money spent. |
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Nov 16 2009, 01:59 PM
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Finally read the FAQs Group: Classified Posts: 68 Joined: 6-June 06 From: Nipomo, CA Member No.: 8332 |
QUOTE (richbug @ Nov 13 2009, 07:33 AM) QUOTE (jmurch @ Nov 12 2009, 07:50 PM) CZ75 or ? IMHO, that is by far the best gun for the money spent. +1 I am running a CZ75SA and I love it. -------------------- http://www.Take-5rimfire.com .22lr Pistol and Rifle competition venue. Check it out you may like it!!!
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Nov 16 2009, 03:24 PM
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 Looks for Target Group: Classified Posts: 185 Joined: 2-October 04 From: Macon, GA Member No.: 4558 |
G34/35
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Nov 16 2009, 04:10 PM
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 aka: Slammer Group: Classified Posts: 262 Joined: 13-May 09 From: Edmond, OK Member No.: 19330 |
QUOTE (cold @ Nov 16 2009, 04:24 PM) G34/35 +1 You're in Limited/Tac Iron with your current setup. Plan on eating your words regarding using what you have. If you can shoot 3 gun and not get caught up in and buy some or all the cool guns and gear out there you are way stronger than most of us. Keep that Mossberg clean! I shot with a guy that was using one for the first time at our local match last month and it wouldn't run. He had just bought it used. He took it out the day before the match to give it a test run of a few hundred rounds. He said it ran flawlessly before the match but come match day it would not eject shells at all. He said he cleaned it after the match and it was filthy. Good luck to you. This post has been edited by jtischauser: Nov 16 2009, 04:41 PM -------------------- |
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Nov 16 2009, 08:18 PM
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Sees Target Group: Classified Posts: 219 Joined: 5-June 08 From: Bay Minette, AL. Member No.: 14990 |
Welcome to Limited/Tac Irons.
For multigun, I like the Blackhawk Serpa holster with the lock. It keeps your gun from bouncing out when you go prone with your rifle/shotgun (I have also used the Bladetech without problems, just tighten it up some). I modify the serpa by bending the lever out (easier to disengage). I also dropped the holster down on the paddle and spaced it out about 1/2". It works for me. As far as a 9mm goes, I like a Glock with Dawson sights. All just my opinions though, there may be better things for you. Have fun hurley |
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Nov 16 2009, 08:51 PM
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Finally read the FAQs Group: Classified Posts: 67 Joined: 17-August 06 From: Grant, ID Member No.: 8834 |
I don't think you can go wrong with either a Glock or CZ for your handgun. I'm sure there are a bunch of other good choices out there too.
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Nov 16 2009, 09:38 PM
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 Sees Sights Lift Group: Classified Posts: 369 Joined: 13-December 08 From: Treasure Island, FL Member No.: 16906 |
Handguns in 9mm?
Glock, CZ, M&P Pro. I shoot the Pro and love it. Its definitely on the "try-before-you-buy" list. Jeff -------------------- A-63704
Dear ATF, Since guns are so dangerous, I threw all of mine in the Gulf of Mexico yesterday. If you're here to collect mine, I don't have any. Thanks for stopping by. Why am I on this web forum? Entertainment only! JeffWard |
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Nov 17 2009, 07:47 AM
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Looks for Range Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 8-August 09 From: East Mesa, AZ (5 miles from Rio Salado) Member No.: 20521 |
Thanks everyone for the advice/suggestions and the welcomes. I'm going to my club's 'Tuesday Night Steel' tonight to do a little recon. Both my daughter and I have been hi-power shooters there for many years. She has branched off to shooting sporting clays since she works weekends there (she can shoot it anytime) and I am giving three gun and maybe the pistol matches a try. Jeff QUOTE (JeffWard @ Nov 16 2009, 09:38 PM) Handguns in 9mm? Glock, CZ, M&P Pro. I shoot the Pro and love it. Its definitely on the "try-before-you-buy" list. Jeff |
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Nov 17 2009, 09:48 AM
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Sees Sights Lift Group: Classified Posts: 431 Joined: 5-May 06 From: Gilbert, AZ Member No.: 8111 |
Jeff - I have sent you an IM
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