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This happened to me as the tray is very snug for my Holosun. So when I popped it out, IDK which way the batter was because it flipped like a coin.
You have a 50/50 chance of being ok, or test yourself as if the dot went down. Flip the battery before every course of fire.

That reminds me, watch the screw on the battery door. I was in a class where two guys lost the screw for the battery door. Range ground was all rocks, so no chance to find.
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Another possibility is upside down battery.
Someone asked him that.  :rofl:

He reported it was working previously and just went out. Did some research and seems like some reports of bending contacts and short initial battery life. I use all Duracell or Panasonic batteries, and will change if it comes with another brand.
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I've had mags blocked through LGS and variety of ways.  For polymer mags, a blocker in the follower, typically with epoxy.  That said, the epoxy has varying degress of "not readily restored".  Not sure if was the epoxy or the work to install, but some fell off before too long.  Of course, I made sure to make it "not readily restored" again. . .

For metal mags, they typically made a dimple that allowed only 10 rounds. 

For competition, I have some mags with extended baseplates.  Yeah, better to have standard cap mags though. . . When traveling for competition or classes to free(er) states, standard cap mags are essential.  Otherwise you're jamming mags way to often. 
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Off Topic / Re: Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson
« on: Today at 10:52:55 AM »
You know what I liked about Tyson?

He wasn't that big for a heavyweight.  Chiseled, but not big.  What was he, 5'11 or so?

But that anger.  And determination.

And his ability to channel and focus all that anger.

I wonder if they got that phrase "Eye of the Tiger" by watching his face when he fights.
He was scary quick and power (or so it appeared) in his hands.  Style of fighting 'inside phone booth' and combo of body/head hooks, plus that upper cut.  Yeah, bigger guys could probably take punches, but most couldn't move like Tyson did.  I used to watch his mitts sessions with that old trainer.  His punches were a blur! 
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Not sure reloads have anything to do with red dots.

I've never had a RD stop working.  I make sure to turn them off when in the safe, and I replace the batteries once a year.  For the AimPoint PRO, it was a 2-year schedule.

In the grand scheme of things, batteries are a cheap, expendable item.  If you're waiting until it stops working it so you can save a dollar, you're setting yourself up for a visit from Mr. Murphy.
There’s also quality in batteries. And prob how long said battery was on the shelf.

A buddy has their battery die when on the range recently. It was Holosun that he bought new recently. I would also expect the battery to be good, but no idea how long the battery was on the shelves at Holosun (or whichever company).

But yeah, best to change regularly. I have battery meters, but even those aren’t super reliable indicators.

But, if you’re like CMO, you’re proud when the optic fails and can experience it.  ;D
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My RDS went down multiple times on my AR. Which was good becuase I got to practice flipping up the back ups to finish the exercise.  I kind of want things like this to happen, so I can get unpredicted reps in real time. Which is why I'm not a fan of 1R1.  When I practice reloads, I put random amount of rounds into the mag, this way I'm not counting.
Separate topic, but you can setup double feeds as well.  In a SB a LONNNGGG time ago, your partner has to setup your mags.  General intent was 2 randomly spaced casings inserted to simulate double feed to occur randomly in a COF.  My partner happened to put like 4-5 in one mag. . . ended up being during the portion of the COF where I was at the bottom of the VTAC. . . evil. . . I could hear them laughing. . .  :grrr:  ;D
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Tulsi's daddy switched from republican to democrat.  Tulsi switched from democrat to independent with conservative values.

Scott Saiki said there are two kinds of people who do that.  Basically one switches because they no longer support the party's foresight and values.  The other one switches out of convenience.

Happens all the time but all of us individually need to decide for ourselves what is their motivation that made them decide to genuinely switch.
:rolleyes: on Saiki. . . that guy is the "I know what's best for everyone. . " mindset.  Grown too big for a "Gov't for/by the people". . . sound familiar?
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That ought to be interesting. . . diversion for the masters of diversion. . .
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still has not been scheduled for a hearing
have to wait until tomorrow afternoon to see if it does...
better check at 3:59 pm, or close to whatever the deadline is. . .
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Back in the day we used to design all our own courses of fire.
This thread makes me think it might be fun to design an action pistol stage where you intentionally obscure your sights.
It would be a simulation of catastrophic failure of electronic and/or iron sights.
It does happen.

In fact, you could design a whole match centered around gun failures.
There are groups that already do that, or used to.  Not a match though.  Sometimes happens inadvertently, like when an optic or battery goes down, but that's a good topic for a separate thread. . .
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Off Topic / Re: Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson
« on: Today at 08:49:18 AM »
This fight is getting the attention of a wide range of folks.  I think true clash of generations.  Was talking with some folks I work with yesterday, with some in the mid-20s and range to 50s.  Interesting convo as those in their 20s weren't alive when Tyson was champ, but many of them were pulling for Tyson.

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TWSS
If it works, it works. . .

I shot the qual course of fire yesterday with the 43x with half par times, just to see.  Tried to post the target here, but getting errors.   :(
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Funny how you people work on the forums. Go look up so and so. OK. I did and read it. Posted parts of articles for you to read and you didn't read it. I searched for "TLDR" to understand what it meant. In my opinion, it should stand for TFLTR.
I've read and watched Zins opinions on handgun shooting with a dot. Don't work for me. I've also listened to Gunny Roxburgh for rifle shooting and his points don't work for me either. I shot better on both pistols with red dots (bullseye) and rifle with a 4x dot by focusing on the dot. Tighter groups overall. In the end, you can drop names all you want but its just you and the target. The only consistent advice is the mental aspect and environmental considerations from most shooters I've shot with and received coaching from. Some mechanical aspects work for me some don't. Every person is not built the same. Lanny Basham's book "With Winning in Mind" I've read more over than the USAMU guide.

I opened the link prior to your quote, and that was lengthy.  Was just saying it was long and didn't read it all before replying, so may have missed something you were trying to say. . .

I "dropped a name" of AMU shooter since you appear to have held that group in high regard. 

Great that you found a method of shooting tight groups that works for you and your chosen style and shooting interests.     

How far are those targets?
Close. . . not where atmospherics, wind, spin drift, etc matter. . .
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General Discussion / Re: Red Dot on Handgun - Sharing Experiences
« on: March 26, 2024, 08:22:03 PM »
Shot the 43x/EPS Carry combo today. Still getting used to the micro pistol grip. The grip length on the 43x does help though. I’ll have to shoot more timed against the 17.5/EPS and Acro setups. Overall like the EPS.  Plan to shoot the 17.5/EPS in carry optics soon, and might try the 43x as well.

Shot variety of courses of fire. Bill drills, FAST, etc. Shot a little on USPSA reduced size targets, but don’t know if I like those yet.
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General Discussion / Re: Red Dot on Handgun - Sharing Experiences
« on: March 26, 2024, 07:48:19 PM »
I've read and watched Zins opinions on handgun shooting with a dot. Don't work for me. I've also listened to Gunny Roxborough for rifle shooting and his points don't work for me either. I shot better on both pistols with red dots (bullseye) and rifle with a 4x dot by focusing on the dot. Tighter groups overall. In the end, you can drop names all you want but its just you and the target. The only consistent advice is the mental aspect and environmental considerations from most shooters I've shot with and received coaching from. Some mechanical aspects work for me some don't.
Cool. I read Winning in the Wind and others for FClass and long range & precision rifle. Copy all on mental aspect and others. Agree.

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General Discussion / Re: Red Dot on Handgun - Sharing Experiences
« on: March 26, 2024, 07:32:53 PM »
https://thecmp.org/training-tech/shooting-tips-from-the-usamu-service-rifle-team/usamu-faqs-equipment-and-ammunition/

Q: Sir: Thanks to you and the whole team for your articles on highpower shooting. This is my first year shooting and I am really enjoying it. I shoot both a match rifle and an AR15 Armalite service rifle. I am 52 years old. I shoot right-handed and use my right eye for aiming. I require corrective lenses for far sightedness, and this year I got bi-focal glasses for shooting. The lower lens for reading the scorebook, and the upper part of the lens provides clear focus on the front sight post thanks to my eye doctor.

I am using the smallest aperture for the rear NM sight, 0.043. While this helps improve my depth of field over the three larger apertures I have, I still have trouble getting good focus on both the front sight and the target at 600 yards (I have less of a problem at 200 and 300 yards). An experienced shooter suggested an even smaller aperture would improve the depth of field at 600. Do you agree, and if so, where is a source for a smaller aperture for my NM sight? Is there another type of insert for my NM sight that would improve the focus and keep the rifle legal for service rifle competition?

Looking forward to your response, and thanks again for your great service to shooting sports.

Keith H.

A: Mr. H
You brought up a point that many new shooters have difficulty understanding. The only thing that should be in focus is the front sight. The human eye can only focus on one thing at a time, even young eyes. While the aperture does help with the depth of field, it cannot overcome the limitations of the eye. You have to check the alignment of the front and rear sights before finalizing your aim, but final focus must only be on the front sight. The target will be blurry.

If it is not, then there is no way for you to know exactly where you are pointing the rifle. This is one of the most important things for you to make sure you do every shot, and one that will allow your scores to progress at a faster rate. Good luck.

SFC Lance Hopper


http://www.odcmp.org/0907/default.asp?page=USAMU_SIGHTPICTURE

What Sight Picture Is Best For You?

By SSG Tobie Tomlinson, USAMU Service Rifle Team Member

Which is correct? There are a myriad of sight picture options that shooters have used to great effect over the years. The sight picture that allows you to consistently shoot the smallest group, with a minimal shift in zeros, is the correct one. In the next few paragraphs we will explore a few of the more commonly used sight picture options. Remember, for any shooter to be successful, consistent sight picture must be complemented by front sight focus and sight alignment.

TLDR (at least not all). I don’t shoot service rifle nor have any interest. Understand front sight focus with irons. Cool. In the end of the day, you want to focus on the red dot, you do you. Not here to try to convince anyone one way or really care what anyone does as long as they do it safely.

Stick with what you believe. Others will progress.

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Political Discussion / Re: Baltimore Bridge Collapse
« on: March 26, 2024, 07:23:59 PM »
Y'all are a Civil engineer?
Even a engineer like me was forced to take physics as part of our education.
Y'all don't quickly stop a 100,000 ton DWT ship moving at 12 kts without some damage to something.
Bridges aren't designed to be hit by heavy ships, and buildings are not designed to be hit by fully loaded
widebody air craft
Never…

https://store.accuristech.com/standards/aashto-gvcb-2-m?product_id=1613626

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Do u have alias for all the needed set ups, or so u unscrew and attach everytime?

Sent from my SM-G991U using Tapatalk
I currently have multiple holsters for same gun, some with Alias clips, some regular belt clip. Have one holster the UltiClip.

For belt, currently only one with the receiver. But thinking about another belt, maybe with receiver.  I have at least two dedicated CCW belts without Alias receiver. 

I have spares of both clips and receivers, since I got in on a really good sale. And wasn’t sure which combinations I wanted.
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General Discussion / Re: Red Dot on Handgun - Sharing Experiences
« on: March 26, 2024, 06:15:21 PM »
I use the corner/edge of the slide

Sent from my SM-G991U using Tapatalk
Guud enuff?
 
USAH match April 19. Try carry optics, but you can try your no-sights theory…
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General Discussion / Re: Red Dot on Handgun - Sharing Experiences
« on: March 26, 2024, 05:52:36 PM »
focusing on target...OK....
From your previous postings, you focus on the dot, correct? Why is that? Is that for shooting USPSA or defensive shooting?

Look up opinions/feedback from Glock Captain and USAMU (or maybe former by now) shooter Shane Coley. Or other Master and Grandmaster shooters, like Ben Stoeger and JJ Racaza.

But hey, at least you shoot. Not a broken record…


ETA: Shane Coley is now former USAMU.
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