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    IDPA holsters - Leather or Kydex??

    I have both a Galco side snap for the 3" ultra and a kydex paddle holster for any of my 1911s. I was planning on using an IDPA practice session to continue to "break-in" the new ultra and it got me thinking... What do you all prefer for IDPA/USPSC? Forward cant or straight (zero cant)? My...
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    Ignore this.

    Poll posted. Ignore this one. MODS: Delete if possible. Thanks.
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    1911 magazines: Are Metalform great or ____?

    I am looking to get some new magazines for cometition use. Are Metalforms a good quality product? They have a plastic follower version as well as base pads. They look similar to the Wilson Combats I just got. Just looking for the scoop. The group buy has me interested cause of the price...
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    Open Muzzle on Holster?

    Just got a Galco Side Snap Scabbard (OWB) for my new 3" 1911, and didn't think much until now, but is it an issue to carry OWB with an exposed muzzle? There is no cover for anything coming into contact with the muzzle. This may be a problem with something on a seat, or maybe not? Whatcha...
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    Range Report - Kimber Tactical Ultra

    Well, I finally got some time to hit the range and put some rounds through my new Kimber Tactical Ultra. Shot 185 rounds of 230gr FMJ today, and I have fallen smitten. This little guy has a nice bark, and sure is accurate for a 3" barrel. I can "feel" this pistol doing what it does through...
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    New Kimber Tactical

    It's an Ultra that the wife put on the counter for me to find when I got home from work yesterday. She heard the bellyaching and went to the shop to handle one and plunked down right there for it. Knew that I wouldn't do it myself. They sure do come filthy from the factory. Here's a pic of...
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    Kimber Internal vs. External extractor

    Have heard a lot of negatives on the external extractor, but haven't heard much in the way of hard proof. Is is something to stay away from completely? I know that Kimber switched for the newer models. Just looking for the scoop.
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    Scope choice for Browning BAR in 7mm MAG??

    I think I have found a good match for a new to me Browning BAR 7mm MAG rifle. The scope I am looking at is a Nikon Monarch in 4x12x40 AO with the BDC recticle. Do you all think this is a wise choice, or too much? I was thinking of a 3x9x40 but it did not have the BDC recticle that I am...
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