Interested in Comp

[SG29736]

Before shooting matches you do need to get enough experience with safe gun handling, and shooting to where you don't have to consciously think about every move you make. On the other hand some people will train and train and never think they are good enough to start competing. They think that every shooter out there is a master. I'll explain to them that at each match you'll see shooters new to shooting matches all the way to grandmasters, all different levels of ability. But you have to be safe no matter what your skill level is.

[OCEquestrian]

Before shooting matches you do need to get enough experience with safe gun handling, and shooting to where you don't have to consciously think about every move you make. On the other hand some people will train and train and never think they are good enough to start competing. They think that every shooter out there is a master. I'll explain to them that at each match you'll see shooters new to shooting matches all the way to grandmasters, all different levels of ability. But you have to be safe no matter what your skill level is.

Just a couple basic tactical classes, learn it right, practice a little to start developing the muscle memory and then go out and start shooting matches. I recommend shooting at least 6 months of IDPA matches before you venture over to shoot USPSA matches. Shoot the IDPA matches focused on safety, correct marksmanship, weapons manipulation skills and shoot for accuracy. Speed will come with time if you focus on correct technique and accuracy first. Accuracy WILL NEVER COME if you focus on speed first.

[sicks]

thanks all for the info - been looking at courses and cost etc.. After the CZ purchase it definitely gets up there. Likely will just put this off - this was only being considered as a 2021 goal to look toward since I cannot compete in martial arts tourneys this year, due to having back surgery a couple months ago.

Maybe a few years down the line I will have courses under my belt and revisit.

Thanks again - take it easy

[sigstroker]

If you like 1911's, shoot a 1911 in Limited Division. The only benefit Production Division offers is if you have a wondernine type of gun. There are 2 power factors in USPSA, Minor and Major. Minor hits get penalized a bit for non-center hits. In Production everyone shoots a 9mm so there's no disadvantage shooting Minor. If you shoot a 9mm 1911 in Limited you're at a disadvantage to Major shooters, but you shouldn't care as a beginner.

You could always just shoot your .45 in Limited with Major ammo. Basically all factory ammo will be Major. The main thing with USPSA is safety, because you run around a lot with a loaded gun. Most clubs will make you take a mini class of a few hours to see if your gun handling is safe, unless you already have a USPSA card. Also check your local club and see if their courses of fire are too strenuous for your back.

[ysr_racer]

OP, where are you located?


I go to Raahauge's on Wednesday morning, and you're welcome to join me. I've got 1911, Glock, and CZ pattern guns you're welcome to try.

I'm a revolver shooter, but that's far more advanced

[SG29736]

You can shoot a 1911 in limited. But there is Single Stack for 1911s or limited 10. Depending on your local clubs there may not be a lot of shooters in Single Stack but you can still compare your scores to Limited shooters if you want.

[NorthBay Shooter]

Op, if you are in SoCal, get a hold of the anonymous guy....he will hook you up.

[anonymouscuban]

Op, if you are in SoCal, get a hold of the anonymous guy....he will hook you up.

I already reach out to him via PM.

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[Mongo68]

CTA Action Pistol, run what you got. There's even an intro class once in a while

[Bacin08]

I would recommend taking classes geared towards competitive shooting, and not take tactical classes as you wont learn the rules of the sports. The techniques tactical instructors generally teach are hand me down variants of what competitive shooters created.

[LVcleef]

Borrow a Glock and shoot GSSF at Burro Canyon in April.....

You will then know if you want to go further?

[Calif Hunter]

Or come to one of our fun matches at Burro Canyon, like the one this Saturday. We welcome new shooters and since we are a small group, we are informal and not intimidating. You can shoot your RIA .45 and see if you even like the competition format. I have a post about our match here. Many have started with us and go on to shoot formal matches.

http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=1693212

I shoot my CZ75 sometimes in our matches. Sometimes a HiPower and sometimes one of my 1911s.

[tanks]

If you like 1911's, shoot a 1911 in Limited Division. The only benefit Production Division offers is if you have a wondernine type of gun. There are 2 power factors in USPSA, Minor and Major. Minor hits get penalized a bit for non-center hits. In Production everyone shoots a 9mm so there's no disadvantage shooting Minor. If you shoot a 9mm 1911 in Limited you're at a disadvantage to Major shooters, but you shouldn't care as a beginner.

You could always just shoot your .45 in Limited with Major ammo. Basically all factory ammo will be Major. The main thing with USPSA is safety, because you run around a lot with a loaded gun. Most clubs will make you take a mini class of a few hours to see if your gun handling is safe, unless you already have a USPSA card. Also check your local club and see if their courses of fire are too strenuous for your back.

I think you mean Single Stack instead of Limited. In Limited division people are using 20/21 round magazines and he would be at a greater disadvantage as while Limited shooters are changing mags once or so he would be doing that multiple times.

If he shoots minor in Single Stack then he is allowed a 10 round magazine instead of the 8 rounder for major shooter.

Also, he would not need a race holster in Single stack as that division requires a regular holster and magazine setup similar to IDPA guys.

[tanks]

Borrow a Glock and shoot GSSF at Burro Canyon in April.....

You will then know if you want to go further?

GSSF is not action shooting though which is what OP said he wanted to do.

[ysr_racer]

ICORE for the win !!