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AR-15 BS Thread

Discussion in 'Guns & Hunting' started by BulletToothTony, Feb 21, 2009.

  1. Jan 30, 2021 at 4:19 PM
    Akkording

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    Back in mid 2000s I was part of TXDPSA, Texas XD Practical Shooters Association, we ran monthly PSA style COF at a private range called Impact Zone. Most members sent their XD's to Springer Precision or Canyon Creek for trigger work, that was the only available options at the time with about ~3-4 # pulls. With the rear grip safety, choking the grip higher and with the thumb over thumb along/below the slide technique just felt right at home. No issues at all and that prevents limp wristing from my personal experience.
     
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  2. Jan 30, 2021 at 4:21 PM
    Beretta4x4

    Beretta4x4 What makes the green grass grow? TTC#0114

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    Only required updated grip safeties and triggers.

    What else did Springer do on your Czech guns?
     
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  3. Jan 30, 2021 at 4:26 PM
    Akkording

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    Upgraded guide rod and spring, and just run and gun baby. For it's time I thought it was a way better trigger fell than the glock, the sear just felt like it had a cleaner break. The reset was much approved as well
     
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  4. Jan 30, 2021 at 4:32 PM
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    JimBeam BECAUSE INTERNETS!! Moderator

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  5. Jan 30, 2021 at 4:59 PM
    Beretta4x4

    Beretta4x4 What makes the green grass grow? TTC#0114

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    I liked the HS2000 trigger, but not the XD or XDm triggers. They are definitely better than Glock, but not enough for the premium from Springer. I also couldn't personally justify their Sig upgrades.
     
  6. Jan 30, 2021 at 5:07 PM
    Akkording

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    You need to try the stock trigger on the XDm OSP Elite.
    yeah Sig upgrades are like buying parts for a LC or Lexus SUV, over inflated for the higher tax bracket folks
     
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  7. Jan 30, 2021 at 5:07 PM
    Beretta4x4

    Beretta4x4 What makes the green grass grow? TTC#0114

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    True.

    If shenanigans relax, I'll try one
     
  8. Jan 30, 2021 at 5:09 PM
    Akkording

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    We need to meet up to shoot up some canned goods
     
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  9. Jan 30, 2021 at 5:36 PM
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    montijo505 Moon soon?

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    Thank you!
     
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  11. Jan 30, 2021 at 7:00 PM
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    Beretta4x4 What makes the green grass grow? TTC#0114

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    Canned goods might be needed in the future. :anonymous:

    How about reactive targets?
    :rofl:
    You're welcome.
    Nice. Have you shot it yet?
     
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  12. Jan 30, 2021 at 7:14 PM
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    CurtB Old Timer knowitall

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    Ice cubes work well and totally biodegradable.
     
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  13. Jan 31, 2021 at 5:28 AM
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    I have not, just got it Wednesday, waited 17 weeks for it to arrive.
     
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    wilcam47 Keep on keeping on!

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    Anybody in SEPA with armorers tools willing to help a brother out? I'm looking to swap a handguard.
     
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  17. Jan 31, 2021 at 9:58 PM
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    Q cans
     
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    Beretta4x4 What makes the green grass grow? TTC#0114

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    Caliber, barrel length and price range?
     
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