Posted: 10/25/2013 11:10:39 PM EDT
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I have been shooting pistol matches, and the occasional small two or three-gun match, for a few years now. I want to get more into the game, but have a question regarding equipment. You see, I had three GSSF certificates that I chose to redeem for store credit, instead of more Glock pistols. As of now, I have 1200 dollars in credit, and was going to pay the difference for whatever I purchased beyond that. The problem is, for whatever reason, the store where I redeemed them will only place orders through specific manufacturers. I had been planning on trying out a Vortex Razor HD, but they don't have an account with Vortex. I didn't really have a "plan b" for what I would do with the credit, and I don't need any more Glocks at this point.
So far, the most appropriate gear I have accumulated includes an 18' JP15 (with the small BC comp), which I have been using with an EoTech. Also, I have a G17 and a G34, both with no external modifications, except for Warren sights and grip tape (to comply with GSSF regs). Finally, I have a stock Remington 1100 Tac 4, with only a bead sight. As I stated before, my experience is limited to small, unaffiliated matches. There was never any reloading of the shotgun, and rifle targets only went out to 100 yards. The equipment I have been using has been adequate for that. It seems, however, it would be slightly inadequate for higher-level competitions. Given the above, does anyone have any recommendations as to what I might spend the store credit on? I know ammo is always one of the first things that pops into mind, but I can get a better price on ammo elsewhere. I understand that not all divisions allow magnified optics, but I would like to try. If I were to go that route, though, I believe I would be limited to Leupold or Trijicon products at this store. I haven't been extremely thrilled with the TR24s I have tried, and have heard mixed reviews of the Leupold offerings. Another thing I was thinking is perhaps a different shotgun. I shoot pretty well, but reloading the 1100 is slow, especially compared to what I have seen with other platforms. Reloading it on the move, under duress, would be even worse. I get a decent LE discount on Remington products, so I had though about trying a VersaMax, as it seems to be more mod-friendly in regard to reloading. Other than these two options, which aren't even necessary, I can't really think of anything else to do with the money specifically as it would relate to 3-gun. So, any advice on what to try? Should I upgrade a little, or just find something else to use the money on? |
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See if the store can get a Vortex through one of the other regular suppliers, if not the Leupold has some ok scopes. Just not great reticules on them. That or get a shotgun, Benelli M2, Versamax or Beretta 1301. Agreed - talk to the store manager and see if he'll special order the Vortex Razor. I can virtually guarantee you'll be very happy with that optic. |
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The guy I spoke with is the owner's brother. He just sort of looked at me with a bewildered look on his face. A guy I work with has ordered a lot of stuff through them, and is on pretty good terms (they also have a contract with the city to supply us with ballistic vests and certain uniform items). I suppose it wouldn't hurt to ask him if he could finagle something.
I am a bit hesitant to go the gun-flipping route. It just seems like I would be looking for trouble, even if it isn't with the intent of profit. |
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The guy I spoke with is the owner's brother. He just sort of looked at me with a bewildered look on his face. A guy I work with has ordered a lot of stuff through them, and is on pretty good terms (they also have a contract with the city to supply us with ballistic vests and certain uniform items). I suppose it wouldn't hurt to ask him if he could finagle something. I am a bit hesitant to go the gun-flipping route. It just seems like I would be looking for trouble, even if it isn't with the intent of profit. I sell about 10 or more guns every year that I win. There is nothing illegal or troublesome about it. Glocks hold value. Get them and sell them. Your kit is solid. Upgrade the shotgun to a Benelli and add a Burris Tac30 to the rifle and get out there. |
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Agreed - talk to the store manager and see if he'll special order the Vortex Razor. I can virtually guarantee you'll be very happy with that optic. Quoted:
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See if the store can get a Vortex through one of the other regular suppliers, if not the Leupold has some ok scopes. Just not great reticules on them. That or get a shotgun, Benelli M2, Versamax or Beretta 1301. Agreed - talk to the store manager and see if he'll special order the Vortex Razor. I can virtually guarantee you'll be very happy with that optic. I have the razor and I can say, best score I have ever looked through. |