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[guntrust]

Can't help you with that but, can you tell me what exact model that RIA gun is? I don't see any RIA guns on the roster.

just know it's a match grade 1911

[TeamAllen]

Does anyone have the 4 day Precision Rifle shooting distances? I am making up a blank dope list so I can fill in the drop and wind. This is my first time taking the class and I don't know how many locations are shot from.

There was a good write up awhile ago about gear. I have been trying to find it again. It must have been awhile ago. Not sure it listed the various distances though? I will keep looking and hope one of you have those distances.

Found it. Thanks beanz2

https://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=518454&highlight=800&page=311

[Muzz]

Question for any other Knight members with CA version RIA 1911: it came with custom grip panels in a separate bag to swap out but on trying to do that it appears the regular panels are glued on somehow?? Not sure but i took out all 4 screws, tried to pry them off with my fingers, even gently pushed outward on them from the inside with a screwdriver, to no avail. I didn't use much force as i didn't want to damage anything. Has anyone else swapped these, is there some kind of adhesive or do i just need to use more force to get them off?

I just swapped mine out. They were a little sticky, but nothing a little nudge didn’t solve. Any adhesive effect is probably varnish and/or the factory gun oil sticking to the wood. Gently up the mechanical persuasion factor. My wood stock panels have an indentation ring around the screw holes on the back side, so they were wrenched on there tight enough to make the indentations.

[Muzz]

Can't help you with that but, can you tell me what exact model that RIA gun is? I don't see any RIA guns on the roster.

[guntrust]

As i suspected, thanks much for confirming that!

[Divehobo]

Can't help you with that but, can you tell me what exact model that RIA gun is? I don't see any RIA guns on the roster.

VW, call pro shop, they have pistol in display case

[Mezcalfud]

Wanted to share with FS friends- I run Noisefighter's ear cups on my Peltor 300s and while I love the comfort and eypro cut outs, they get sweaty from wearing them ALL DAY LONG at FS.
Just got an email about earcup covers (Heatsynks) that may alleviate this issue - and a $25 off coupon HEATSYNC https://noisefighters.com
I am aware that their gear adds up to more than my Peltor 300s do, but to me it is worth every penny!
I am not affiliated with Noisefighters in any way.

[VolvoWrench]

Thank you.

[Vinnie Boombatz]

Wanted to share with FS friends- I run Noisefighter's ear cups on my Peltor 300s and while I love the comfort and eypro cut outs, they get sweaty from wearing them ALL DAY LONG at FS.
Just got an email about earcup covers (Heatsynks) that may alleviate this issue - and a $25 off coupon HEATSYNC https://noisefighters.com
I am aware that their gear adds up to more than my Peltor 300s do, but to me it is worth every penny!
I am not affiliated with Noisefighters in any way.

I used the 3M gel ear cups and had the same hot, sweaty results and switched to in-ears and have been very happy. Still bring the muffs along as a backup.

[Vinnie Boombatz]

Just signed up for the 2-Day Handgun Skill Builder on 6/22. I know it's going to be HOT, but it's the only chance I'll get to get out there before the fall with my work and grad schools schedule. I can deal with the heat for 2 days. 4 days would probably start to suck though.

[Vinnie Boombatz]

I was hoping by posting this it might help out anyone who may be flying out to Front Sight for their first time for a handgun class. I’ve been to Front Sight four times in the last year. Drove out the first two-times and flew the last two times and packed exactly what I’ve listed below. Everything listed below (including things that aren't listed like toiletries, other clothing, etc., but just wanted to list what I use during the class/on the range) fits into a 24” hard-sided suitcase that I check and a 5.11 Rush 24 backpack (37 liters) that is my carry-on and also doubles as my range bag. I have also packed a medium-sized range bag in my suitcase and used a separate carry-on, but it was redundant, and using the Rush 24 as both my carry-on and range bag freed up more space in the suitcase. I've used the below packing list last October and this past March and had temps in the low 30's in October and high 30's/low 40's in the mornings in March. For the October trip I even had enough space in my suitcase to pack a pair of Vasque insulated hiking boots and was very happy I packed them). Otherwise I just wear the boots I'll be wearing during the class on the plane and don't take any other footwear besides a pair of flip flops that I pack.

Front Sight Packing List

Gear
- Range bag (I use a 5.11 Rush 24 that is also my carry-on bag)
- Hard-sided gun case w/ locks (only if flying, and goes inside your hard-sided checked suitcase)
- Firearm(s)
- Magazines (4-6 for each handgun)
- Holster that fits each firearm
- Double-mag pouch for each firearm/type of magazine (different size mags may need different size mag pouches)
- Gear belt
- Eye protection
- Uplula speed loader (game changer, especially if you have CA 10-round mags or a 1911))
- Electronic Hearing protection (I use in-ears and bring a set of muffs as a backup)
- Small cleaning kit (bore snake, tiny bottle of Hoppe’s, silicon impregnated cloth (Hoppe’s cloths), lube, q-tips and a few patches) Here’s a link to the bottles I use for the Hoppe’s: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
- Multi-tool
- Shooting gloves (only used for COLD mornings) PIG have really treated me well: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
- Fleece gloves (for cold mornings when sitting around)
- Butt pad for chair (I pack this in my checked suitcase. Really makes the folding chairs on the range more comfortable) Here’s a link to something similar to what I have:
- https://www.amazon.com/Caravan-Sport...t=&hvlocphy=90)

Clothing
- Shoes/boots (something with good support will be appreciated by day 3 of a 4 day class)
- Cargo/Tactical Pants x2 (I'll wear each pair for 2 days of class)
- Underwear
- Socks
- T-shirts
- Long sleeve button-down shirt to use for concealment if hot out
- Fleece jacket (used this for concealment on colder days)
- Long underwear (silkweight or lightweight – game changer on cold, windy days)
- Ball cap
- Knit Beanie w/ brim (game changer last time when it was cold!) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1https://www.harborfreight.com/2800-w...IjoiMTkuOTkifQ I use the medium case (Apache 2800) and get rid of the two pieces of “pick and pull” foam and just keep the two thin pieces that are on the top and bottom. I put each firearm in it’s own US PeaceKeeper pistol case: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 inside the Apache case. The pistol cases get locked and then I lock the Apache case with the pistols inside, all with non-TSA locks. There is still room in the Apache case for my electronic ears, UpLULA speed loader, holster and mag pouch for at least one firearm, so no space is wasted.

[1911-CV]

I didn't see ammo. With prices now super-high on site, it sounds best to "pack it in"; right? Did you take ammo in March? You might be able to fly with enough ammo, depending on the particular airline; but it would impact the packing plan...

[Vinnie Boombatz]

I didn't see ammo. With prices now super-high on site, it sounds best to "pack it in"; right? Did you take ammo in March? You might be able to fly with enough ammo, depending on the particular airline; but it would impact the packing plan...

I have a lot of ammo at home, but still bought my Ammo out there from Ammo Supply Warehouse and picked it up when I got there. Was around .70-.80 cents per round. I wouldn't have been able to fly with the full amount I needed for the class because the airline (Southwest) has a weight restriction on ammo. Would have been about 100 rounds shy. I also didn't want to dip into my supply at home because I rationalized that although ammo is expensive now, there's always a chance it may get even more expensive in the future, especially with everything that's going on in the world.

Ended up coming home with a box of ammo since I bought 500 rounds and shot 450 rounds in the class.

I'll probably bring my own ammo in June for the 2-Day Skill Builder.

I'll still be able to pack the ammo and have room for it. I really dialed in my packing plan and still had some extra room last time I flew. When I was there in October the winter boots and range bag took up quite a bit of space. In March I didnt need the winter boots and also didn't have a range bag in my suitcase since my carry-on doubled as the range bag.

[acegunnr]

Front Sight Packing List

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Gear
- Range bag (I use a 5.11 Rush 24 that is also my carry-on bag)
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I would NOT recommend using your range bag as a carry-on bag. Too much can go wrong here.

[kramynot]

Definitely Agree

I would NOT recommend using your range bag as a carry-on bag. Too much can go wrong here.

Very good advice. I used to use my range backpack as a carry on and very thoroughly inspected it before each flight to make sure there was nothing left inside. But there was still residue on the bag and on one flight at TSA I ended up pulled off to the side to be patted down and a thorough search made of everything I was carrying. The problem was that by the time I finally got through and on the plane, all overhead bin space was already taken... and I think I ended up with a middle seat!