Posted: 9/25/2009 12:20:56 PM EDT
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having a problem with my S&W combat master. I am not new to shooting by any means, however, I am primarily a rifle shooter.
At 25 yards, 2 hands offhand, single action, I am sending a quite a number of shots up high. As far as width goes, all are in the black, but many are as high as 4 in above the black. kinda looks like a rectangle!! what gives! when I shoot my 1911, this does not happen! I do realize there is a difference in the trigger pulls for sure and this is having an effect. Yes, I figure I am heeling. but, when I dry fire, it does not look too bad. how do I stop this? lower the grip? I am open to any and all suggestions at this time!! thanks in advance billy boy |
| You need an independent observer to watch you dry fire. It's pretty hard to tell what's happening when you are behind the trigger. Diagnosing a handling problem without seeing what's happening is pretty much impossible. If you don't have an observer available, try setting up a video camera. You can do the dry firing at home, but use a solid colored background, as it makes the movement of the pistol easier to see. |
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Do you mean Combat Magnum, or Target Masterpiece? Are you shooting magnums or specials? If you're shooting magnums, drop back to some .38 special wadcutter loads. If it's a Combat Magnums, stay away from 125 grain and lighter bullet magnum loads. OK, it is a Model 15-2, S & W Combat Masterpiece. It appears to be ancient for sure. In any case, it is a 38 special. I am using 148 wadcutters from my Lee mold, with 3.2 gr of Titegroup. It's a real fun gun, but really difficult to shoot. Heavier round? Hey, I am open to any suggestions ............... billy boy |
| if you are shooting a wheel gun leave out a round or 2 then spin the cylinder and shoot. ud be suprised how much of an ass u may feel like when the empty chamber comes up. Especially if you shoot a ton of wadcutters and get real comfy with them. Then pick up a magnum and beat yourself up for a while you will pick up old bad traits in a hurry once you start to hurt a bit. |