I was reading last night about how some folks that are competing in speed-type matches where there are no power factor requirements, have developed lighter loads to compete against the "low-recoil" rimfire crowd (different divisions I know, but still...).
This really struck me after my last steel match as I was collecting brass after the match and noticed a lot of sooty 9mm cases.
I always load and shoot my full-power rounds. First, and most importantly, I need the gun to cycle and function 100% of the time, and secondly, I need a certain level of accuracy (not "bullseye accuracy", but decent enough).
Maybe I am just splitting hairs here, and this is not a big enough issue to deal with and I should focus on my technique and training, but I though I would throw it out to the group for discussion anyway.
Do any of you develop lighter loads for matches like this? Not worth the effort? Minimal payback?
While we are at it, we can add in bullet weight, although we have discussed this before. I am currently shooting all 9mm 124 gr. bullets. Is it worth it (if you take the cost away) to shoot 147 gr? I am also starting to load .45 now, and although I doubt I will be shooting matches with it for a while (if ever), any info there would be appreciated as well.
Thanks in advance!
This really struck me after my last steel match as I was collecting brass after the match and noticed a lot of sooty 9mm cases.
I always load and shoot my full-power rounds. First, and most importantly, I need the gun to cycle and function 100% of the time, and secondly, I need a certain level of accuracy (not "bullseye accuracy", but decent enough).
Maybe I am just splitting hairs here, and this is not a big enough issue to deal with and I should focus on my technique and training, but I though I would throw it out to the group for discussion anyway.
Do any of you develop lighter loads for matches like this? Not worth the effort? Minimal payback?
While we are at it, we can add in bullet weight, although we have discussed this before. I am currently shooting all 9mm 124 gr. bullets. Is it worth it (if you take the cost away) to shoot 147 gr? I am also starting to load .45 now, and although I doubt I will be shooting matches with it for a while (if ever), any info there would be appreciated as well.
Thanks in advance!