Doublehelix
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As the title suggests, I am just musing over *thinking* about *possibly* considering *exploring* a Carry Optics transition. (How about that sentence for being non-committal!!!)
I am currently shooting Limited Major (2011 chambered in .40), but as my eyes and body age, I am considering what the future might hold for me in a few years (I just turned 59).
The red dot will be easier on the old eyes, and although minor PF won't be fun, the 9mm rounds will be easier on the old joints as well.
A few thing to think about and to ask for some insight on:
1) Red Dot Size: I just put a Vortex Venom 3 MOA red dot on a .22 pistol to mess around with at Steel Challenge matches. I do like it, but I think I should have chosen the larger 6 MOA dot size. Comments?
2) Red Dot Brand: I like the price and size of the Vortex, but the Cmore RTS and the Trijicon RMR seem to be the most popular ($$$$$). Worth the difference? Why or why not?
3) Firearm: I have no desire to go DA/SA, so anything with a "CZ" on the frame is out of the question. Thi sort of leads me to striker-fired "Plastic Fantastic" models (not my favorite either). I have tried shooting Glocks and they are not for me, so let's leave it at that. Won't ever happen. The only striker-fired handgun I own is an HK VP9, which is a nice gun and I can shoot it well. I keep it bedside at night however with night sights, so if I modify it to accommodate an optic, I will need another bedside gun. It seems as if the SIG P320 (especially the X5) is a popular choice in this division. I shot one several years ago and did like it... Thoughts/opinions?
4) Special USPSA Rules: Am I reading the rules right that I can use 140mm mags? That is great news. I always thought that the the CO division was identical to Production with the addition of an optic. I dreaded the 10-round limit, so I am thrilled by this. No magwells and there are some restrictions on the holster design and placement. I read up on the internal and external modifications, and the rules seem pretty flexible as long as none of the safety features are disabled. No barrel porting (which is fine with me) or compensators. Any other "gotchas" that I need to look out for?
I can get a red dot mount for my VP9 that replaces the rear sight and test it out for a while with my Vortex before either committing to having the slide cut for a real red dot, or picking up a new gun like the SIG P320 X5.
Again, I am in no hurry here. I am sure I will be shooting my 2011 for the foreseeable future, but I want to start exploring and preparing for a change. I know that the red dot takes some time to get used to as I see that already with the .22 pistol.
Thanks for any advice or tips.
I am currently shooting Limited Major (2011 chambered in .40), but as my eyes and body age, I am considering what the future might hold for me in a few years (I just turned 59).
The red dot will be easier on the old eyes, and although minor PF won't be fun, the 9mm rounds will be easier on the old joints as well.
A few thing to think about and to ask for some insight on:
1) Red Dot Size: I just put a Vortex Venom 3 MOA red dot on a .22 pistol to mess around with at Steel Challenge matches. I do like it, but I think I should have chosen the larger 6 MOA dot size. Comments?
2) Red Dot Brand: I like the price and size of the Vortex, but the Cmore RTS and the Trijicon RMR seem to be the most popular ($$$$$). Worth the difference? Why or why not?
3) Firearm: I have no desire to go DA/SA, so anything with a "CZ" on the frame is out of the question. Thi sort of leads me to striker-fired "Plastic Fantastic" models (not my favorite either). I have tried shooting Glocks and they are not for me, so let's leave it at that. Won't ever happen. The only striker-fired handgun I own is an HK VP9, which is a nice gun and I can shoot it well. I keep it bedside at night however with night sights, so if I modify it to accommodate an optic, I will need another bedside gun. It seems as if the SIG P320 (especially the X5) is a popular choice in this division. I shot one several years ago and did like it... Thoughts/opinions?
4) Special USPSA Rules: Am I reading the rules right that I can use 140mm mags? That is great news. I always thought that the the CO division was identical to Production with the addition of an optic. I dreaded the 10-round limit, so I am thrilled by this. No magwells and there are some restrictions on the holster design and placement. I read up on the internal and external modifications, and the rules seem pretty flexible as long as none of the safety features are disabled. No barrel porting (which is fine with me) or compensators. Any other "gotchas" that I need to look out for?
I can get a red dot mount for my VP9 that replaces the rear sight and test it out for a while with my Vortex before either committing to having the slide cut for a real red dot, or picking up a new gun like the SIG P320 X5.
Again, I am in no hurry here. I am sure I will be shooting my 2011 for the foreseeable future, but I want to start exploring and preparing for a change. I know that the red dot takes some time to get used to as I see that already with the .22 pistol.
Thanks for any advice or tips.