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Looks like us Grey Beards did OK. Even got back home in time to take a little afternoon nap.

Quick...., Somebody call LAPD SWAT & the SIS unit and tell them that their Kimbers can't be carried during their next shift!!!!!

All good suggestions. There are a number of fine 1911s out there right now. JMHO..., and I know that this is going to shock some folks - - - I who love to quote the old, "If its Not a Colt, Its Only a Copy." BUT, For under $1k I have NEVER seen, held, or fired a Kimber (even the series IIs) that didn't look, handle, or shoot just as well as any of my custom Colts.

Yes!

Glenn, You are Spot-On! We have to remind ourselves to get into the Rule Book and understand it..., and not add to it such as with the example of this thread - the "Move" call.

It was part of the 2005 rewrite. Page 43, Appendix THREE - Cover More than 50% of the shooter's upper torso must be behind cover while engaging threat targets and/or reloading. As I recall the rewrite began a couple of years before the final published date. Early in the re-write, there was great discussion over this topic because the first rule book stated that reloads (meaning all reload types) had to be behind cover which suggested 100% behind. The issue was based around a tactical scenario where one shoots to slide lock while using cover. The argument put forth was that it was better to stay in position and do an emergency reload from slide lock in order to keep a visual awareness of the threat. Therefore having only the upper 50% of the torso was seen as being the right thing to do in this scenario. It was also at that early point and time of the re-write sort of assumed (the Mother of all FUs) that tactical reloads & reloads with retention would still be done 100% behind cover since the scenario behind those type reloads were based on NOT being actively engaged. When the "new" rule book finally came out in 2005 that difference was lost in the rule as written above.

I keep page 44 of the Rule Book tabbed and highlighted where it states that even if the SO did not have time to yell Cover quick enough, the shooter stills get the PE. Heck I'm just happy that I didn't get any Hits on a Non-Threat. Seems like those goofy no-shoot types where in the way of every shot. I hate those wimps, why don't they just drop to the ground like the wimpering babies they are so that we Manly Men can go about doing our Manly Business, in a Manly Matter! Would make you think that the course designer(s) has trying to make it a challenging match.

Hey that could have been me. You where in the right, and I've been a SO/MD/AC for over a decade and figured that I knew it all. Please accept this thread as my belated public apology. And I'll take your comment "I think that guy was serious" as praise to my zero-down score on that stage. Other than the rightfully given PE.

Agree, Great Match! And it was good to see Myron. We got a quick talk in. Its been several years since we shared a range together shooting IDPA across UCLA (Under Corner Lower Alabama). BUT, Dang I use to hate seeing him showing up with that 1911 in 38 Super. He would Kick-My-Butt and my Browning Hi-Power all over ESP. I learned alot trying to beat him (BTW - Never Did).

Something for us IDPA SOs to think about...... At local matches we SOs will often command the shooter to "Move" during a COA that requires movement, but that is just an act of kindness on the SO's part AND we might be doing more harm than good. At sanctioned matches don't expect the SO to tell you to getting moving. Fired that first shot standing still and you'll get a Procedual Error (PE). Happened to me yesterday during the Music City Cup and the SO was completely in the right giving me a PE. I was wrong (but will blame it on my advancing years - - - not as quick to move as I once was). I later reviewed the Rule Book - - - I would have sworn that the command "Move" was in it. Here is what I found: Range Commands (pages 43, 78-79 of the IDPA Rule Book). During the actual firing of a CAO the SO will shout..... The command "Cover" when the shooter is not using cover properly. "Finger" to alert the shooter to take their finger off the trigger. "Muzzle" to alert the shooter to maintain muzzle safe points. There is NO mention of the term "Move" anywhere in the Rule Book. I regret that I didn't go back to the SO after the match and commend him for being right and admitting that I was wrong.

ls3_kid, Sounds like you have a good upgrade plan. My apologies for getting off topic in regard to the "commanders club" questions & comments. Best Regards,

Ahhhhh - - - OK, I understand now. Its a state honorary organization and everybody is a Commander. In the pic I recognized the head gear, but the boards didn't have the star that Regular Navy Officers Of The Line have. I was all confused trying to figure out what in the heck kind of military outfit the Navy had up in Michigan that was stock full of Commanders all wanting 1911s. Last Navy O5 that I ran with was carrying (and using) a SIG. Went well with his Trident.

My first issued 1911A1 was also an Ithaca. I remember thinking, "WOW, just like my Model 37!" Agree that would be a keeper, let me know if you find another one.

Trooper Joe, What is the " Michigan Naval Commanders group?"

Salk, I'll PM you Chad's contact info.

Easy - - - The Triple Lock. “The Finest Revolver Ever†Smith & Wesson 1st Model .44 Hand Ejector. I've come close over the years in my quest, but condition and price are always a major factor with these firearms. If I was really dreaming, I would wish for one of the 8-10 known to be in .45 Colt.

What gunsmith did the work?

I Am One Of The 53%. Every April 15 they take 28% of what is mine and give it to the 47%.

jgradyc, Outstanding work. Well Done!

We have 3-Gun at Gallatin this Saturday.

Outstanding! Thanks for the tip about the Federal loads. Now that I think about it, the couple of FTE issues that I have had over the years has always been with the Winchester stuff. Hmmmmm......

Glenn, That spring will help for sure! Also, I bet the reason you didn't have any problems with the slug shots was that they are high brass shells. Once they get hot, 870s don't care too much for the cheap Wally World shot shells that have the short aluminum metal head if that was what you were using on the other stages.

Don't forget to lube your 1911. Here is a link to Dave Anderson's tips on how to lubricate a 1911. Some folks think he uses too much grease, but with a new firearm its a good way to help with the break-in. Don't get too hung up on the brand of lube. Most all of the major brands are good. I'm a Tetra Grease & Breakfree CLP user. JMHO & YMMV. Congrats on your new 1911.

Did you get your POST in Tennessee?

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