I been drafted!

Coeloptera · 03-18-2008, 05:38 PM

Sort of.

My office is doing one of those inane "Corporate Olympics" things and, because it's a part of a huge company, they're making a thing out of it.

Turns out, one of the events is shooting.

They need a team of at least 4, and I'm one of the only people in the entire building who's even handled a firearm, let alone has a clue what they're doing.

Right now, with me, they have 3. Heh.

The event seems pretty simple. 7, 10, then 15 yards. 6 shots, reload, 6 shots. 35 seconds per target.

Problem is, I don't own a pistol suitable for that. My personal gun is a Taurus Model 608, 8-shot, .357 Magnum wheelgun.

No .22s are allowed.

So, what's a good suggestion for a pistol I'll have to rent from the range that would have the best performance for something like this?

Now I suppose I could try it with my Model 608. 35 seconds for 12 shots is a fair bit of time, and reloading 6 rounds can't possibly take more than 5 seconds, even without a speedloader. I may practice that sometime this week.

But still, suggestions are welcome for something that'll be as accurate as is likely if I'm not familiar with it.

- Coeloptera

irish murphy · 03-18-2008, 05:44 PM

Mate youve got plenty of time per target.I reckon i could do it with my 586 and a few speed loaders and its a 6 gun.Check this bloke out.

YouTube - Fast Shooter

ander254 · 03-18-2008, 05:46 PM

I'd say show up with style and pull out a Colt Gold Cup.

and all I can say abou that video is WOW

squirrelbaster · 03-18-2008, 05:51 PM

ummm...............WOW!!?!..... im damn near speechless.. is that video real?!?!?

PeaceMaker1911 · 03-18-2008, 05:52 PM

Use the gun you already have. That is plenty of time

And that video is simply incredible!

ander254 · 03-18-2008, 06:03 PM

I personally like the Sig P229 9mm. First time renting it i put 50 rds with most inside the 9 ring at up to 15yrds. Just make sure that the front sight is not faded like the one I had. I almost went to the car and got a white-out pen to touch it up.

If you used your gun and shot as fast as he did, you could shoot all 8 rounds and nobody would even know. Just make sure you only hit the target 6 times or they might get suspicious

JMax · 03-18-2008, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by squirrelbaster

ummm...............WOW!!?!..... im damn near speechless.. is that video real?!?!?

Yes Jerry is very real and does this all the time.

ArkansasHunter · 03-18-2008, 11:14 PM

That feller was GOOD !!! He could of cleaned up the West all by himself . LOL

GlockMeister · 03-18-2008, 11:18 PM

What a position you are in to make more gun owners out of those who aren't. Good luck and show them how safe it can be and many benefits of owning a firearm and how important it is to protect the 2nd Amendment. Keep us posted as to when, what types of targets or competition they'll have.

As for the right pistol, rent or go with a 9mm or a .38. Don't need a .45 to hit paper nor do you need anything to big that will or may affect how good you shoot, especially if you're not use to it. So again, go with a 9mm or .38. Something fairly easy to manage and control.

And that super fast shooter in that video is Jerry Miculek, S&W's pro shooter,
JERRY MICULEK

Coeloptera · 03-18-2008, 11:36 PM

Okay first...daaaaaaaaaaamn.

That's impressive.

Next, I may go with a simple 9mm, going to hit the range sometime this week. The shooting event is Saturday the 29th.

Size isn't an issue per se. My personal pistol is .357 Magnum, .38s feel like .22s when used in it.

I dunno...I just mimed it a bit and I think I might be able to do 12 shots with a reload in between in 35 seconds. Like I said, I'll practice, but I wish I had a speedloader, but 8-shot ones are hard to find.

I may try the Sig and since it's the range I have a membership at, I can know, with certainty, that if I rent a pistol beforehand, I can rent the exact same one for the event.

Heh, I just never expect to need to fire the Taurus more than 8 times in very short order. Anything that can walk away from that deserves to get me.

- Coeloptera

GlockMeister · 03-18-2008, 11:53 PM

Does yours take moon clips? If so, you could use those for reloads? If you went with .38s in yours. Also, as a joke, go to your bosses and tell them you need a raise to pay for the new gun you have to get for this event. lol JK But, it would be funny to see their faces when you asked. And hear about it. Be funny if you did and they sure, how's $50 bucks a week sound. lmfao

Bravo · 03-19-2008, 09:28 AM

I'd definitely try a 9mm. Sig's are very nice. If you're used to a double action trigger on your .357, you might want to try a DAO handgun, like a S&W M&P, Glock, Springfield XD, Ruger SR9, etc.

Also, if you only need to shoot 6 - reload - 6, maybe a M1911 would be good? Just a thought

Lizard · 03-19-2008, 11:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Coeloptera

Okay first...daaaaaaaaaaamn.

Size isn't an issue per se. My personal pistol is .357 Magnum, .38s feel like .22s when used in it.

I dunno...I just mimed it a bit and I think I might be able to do 12 shots with a reload in between in 35 seconds. Like I said, I'll practice, but I wish I had a speedloader, but 8-shot ones are hard to find.Heh, I just never expect to need to fire the Taurus more than 8 times in very short order. Anything that can walk away from that deserves to get me.

- Coeloptera

Midway has an inexpensive speed loader,
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpag...eitemid=117162

I haven't ordered one yet, but intend to get some in a little while since I have a 608 and the local range has 2 pistol clubs I'm interested in that play on Saturdays. If it was me, I'd go with .38's because they're such low recoil and my Taurus is plenty accurate. Not to mention how cheap the .38's are compared to .357's.

Wingwiper · 03-19-2008, 11:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Coeloptera

Sort of.

My office is doing one of those inane "Corporate Olympics" things and, because it's a part of a huge company, they're making a thing out of it.

Turns out, one of the events is shooting.

They need a team of at least 4, and I'm one of the only people in the entire building who's even handled a firearm, let alone has a clue what they're doing.

Right now, with me, they have 3. Heh.

The event seems pretty simple. 7, 10, then 15 yards. 6 shots, reload, 6 shots. 35 seconds per target.

Problem is, I don't own a pistol suitable for that. My personal gun is a Taurus Model 608, 8-shot, .357 Magnum wheelgun.

No .22s are allowed.

So, what's a good suggestion for a pistol I'll have to rent from the range that would have the best performance for something like this?

Now I suppose I could try it with my Model 608. 35 seconds for 12 shots is a fair bit of time, and reloading 6 rounds can't possibly take more than 5 seconds, even without a speedloader. I may practice that sometime this week.

But still, suggestions are welcome for something that'll be as accurate as is likely if I'm not familiar with it.

- Coeloptera

If YOU are the only one who knows anything, then why worry, use the firearm that you are already comfortable with.

mym1a · 03-19-2008, 11:20 AM

they paying for the ammo? I say go for it!!!!!

Bravo · 03-19-2008, 11:24 AM

That's a good point, if you can use your .357, you might want to show off with a wheelgun. Not many people would be expecting it

jrswanson1 · 03-19-2008, 11:37 AM

You have the perfect excuse for buying a new gun and you are wasting it.

Jim

big shrek · 03-19-2008, 01:03 PM

for those who wish to learn to shoot like Jerry...Fast and Fancy Revolver Shooting is the REQUIRED book on the subject.

Coeloptera · 03-19-2008, 01:36 PM

That speed-loader only has 6 holes in the picture...heh.

Lessee...I have 10 days...I could order it and have it by then, but I want to contact the company and confirm it's really for 8 rounds.

I think I may go with the wheelgun and .38s or .38 Specials, just for the extra bit of accuracy. I need to find out about the ammo, if they're paying for it I'll get something high-end as I can. With the 608, the muzzle rise is basically nonexistant with .38s, too.

35 seconds is starting to look like plenty of time. I've also been teaching myself to cock and shoot quickly and smoothly.

I think I agree with those who say I should stick with what I'm most familiar with for a competition. Besides, it will likely look pretty unique. I doubt anyone else'll bring a wheelgun.

So...ammo recommendations? Distance is short, so I want as close to a perfectly flat trajectory as I can get.

- Coeloptera

03-18-2008, 05:38 PM	#1
Coeloptera Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 1,846	I been drafted! Sort of. My office is doing one of those inane "Corporate Olympics" things and, because it's a part of a huge company, they're making a thing out of it. Turns out, one of the events is shooting. They need a team of at least 4, and I'm one of the only people in the entire building who's even handled a firearm, let alone has a clue what they're doing. Right now, with me, they have 3. Heh. The event seems pretty simple. 7, 10, then 15 yards. 6 shots, reload, 6 shots. 35 seconds per target. Problem is, I don't own a pistol suitable for that. My personal gun is a Taurus Model 608, 8-shot, .357 Magnum wheelgun. No .22s are allowed. So, what's a good suggestion for a pistol I'll have to rent from the range that would have the best performance for something like this? Now I suppose I could try it with my Model 608. 35 seconds for 12 shots is a fair bit of time, and reloading 6 rounds can't possibly take more than 5 seconds, even without a speedloader. I may practice that sometime this week. But still, suggestions are welcome for something that'll be as accurate as is likely if I'm not familiar with it. - Coeloptera

03-18-2008, 05:46 PM	#3
ander254 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 235 Images: 5	I'd say show up with style and pull out a Colt Gold Cup. and all I can say abou that video is WOW Last edited by ander254; 03-18-2008 at 05:48 PM.

03-18-2008, 05:52 PM	#5
PeaceMaker1911 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Murfreesboro, TN Posts: 8	Use the gun you already have. That is plenty of time And that video is simply incredible! Last edited by PeaceMaker1911; 03-18-2008 at 05:55 PM. Reason: Automerged Doublepost

03-18-2008, 11:18 PM	#9
GlockMeister Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Northern Illinois Posts: 5,377	What a position you are in to make more gun owners out of those who aren't. Good luck and show them how safe it can be and many benefits of owning a firearm and how important it is to protect the 2nd Amendment. Keep us posted as to when, what types of targets or competition they'll have. As for the right pistol, rent or go with a 9mm or a .38. Don't need a .45 to hit paper nor do you need anything to big that will or may affect how good you shoot, especially if you're not use to it. So again, go with a 9mm or .38. Something fairly easy to manage and control. And that super fast shooter in that video is Jerry Miculek, S&W's pro shooter, JERRY MICULEK __________________ I'd rather be tried by 12 than carried by 6! Last edited by GlockMeister; 03-18-2008 at 11:21 PM.

03-18-2008, 11:53 PM	#11
GlockMeister Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Northern Illinois Posts: 5,377	Does yours take moon clips? If so, you could use those for reloads? If you went with .38s in yours. Also, as a joke, go to your bosses and tell them you need a raise to pay for the new gun you have to get for this event. lol JK But, it would be funny to see their faces when you asked. And hear about it. Be funny if you did and they sure, how's $50 bucks a week sound. lmfao __________________ I'd rather be tried by 12 than carried by 6!

03-18-2008, 05:51 PM	#4
squirrelbaster Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,237	ummm...............WOW!!?!..... im damn near speechless.. is that video real?!?!?

03-18-2008, 06:03 PM	#6
ander254 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 235 Images: 5	I personally like the Sig P229 9mm. First time renting it i put 50 rds with most inside the 9 ring at up to 15yrds. Just make sure that the front sight is not faded like the one I had. I almost went to the car and got a white-out pen to touch it up. If you used your gun and shot as fast as he did, you could shoot all 8 rounds and nobody would even know. Just make sure you only hit the target 6 times or they might get suspicious

03-18-2008, 11:14 PM	#8
ArkansasHunter Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 10,678	That feller was GOOD !!! He could of cleaned up the West all by himself . LOL

03-18-2008, 11:36 PM	#10
Coeloptera Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 1,846	Okay first...daaaaaaaaaaamn. That's impressive. Next, I may go with a simple 9mm, going to hit the range sometime this week. The shooting event is Saturday the 29th. Size isn't an issue per se. My personal pistol is .357 Magnum, .38s feel like .22s when used in it. I dunno...I just mimed it a bit and I think I might be able to do 12 shots with a reload in between in 35 seconds. Like I said, I'll practice, but I wish I had a speedloader, but 8-shot ones are hard to find. I may try the Sig and since it's the range I have a membership at, I can know, with certainty, that if I rent a pistol beforehand, I can rent the exact same one for the event. Heh, I just never expect to need to fire the Taurus more than 8 times in very short order. Anything that can walk away from that deserves to get me. - Coeloptera

03-19-2008, 09:28 AM	#12
Bravo Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Maine, USA Posts: 1,880	I'd definitely try a 9mm. Sig's are very nice. If you're used to a double action trigger on your .357, you might want to try a DAO handgun, like a S&W M&P, Glock, Springfield XD, Ruger SR9, etc. Also, if you only need to shoot 6 - reload - 6, maybe a M1911 would be good? Just a thought

03-19-2008, 11:20 AM	#15
mym1a Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 1,313	they paying for the ammo? I say go for it!!!!!

03-19-2008, 11:24 AM	#16
Bravo Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Maine, USA Posts: 1,880	That's a good point, if you can use your .357, you might want to show off with a wheelgun. Not many people would be expecting it

03-19-2008, 11:37 AM	#17
jrswanson1 Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 68	You have the perfect excuse for buying a new gun and you are wasting it. Jim

03-19-2008, 01:03 PM	#18
big shrek Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Northwest, FL Posts: 444 Images: 37	for those who wish to learn to shoot like Jerry...Fast and Fancy Revolver Shooting is the REQUIRED book on the subject.

03-19-2008, 01:36 PM	#19
Coeloptera Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 1,846	That speed-loader only has 6 holes in the picture...heh. Lessee...I have 10 days...I could order it and have it by then, but I want to contact the company and confirm it's really for 8 rounds. I think I may go with the wheelgun and .38s or .38 Specials, just for the extra bit of accuracy. I need to find out about the ammo, if they're paying for it I'll get something high-end as I can. With the 608, the muzzle rise is basically nonexistant with .38s, too. 35 seconds is starting to look like plenty of time. I've also been teaching myself to cock and shoot quickly and smoothly. I think I agree with those who say I should stick with what I'm most familiar with for a competition. Besides, it will likely look pretty unique. I doubt anyone else'll bring a wheelgun. So...ammo recommendations? Distance is short, so I want as close to a perfectly flat trajectory as I can get. - Coeloptera