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Section 8: Handguns Subject: Lightweight Commander and gear Msg# 1151933
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Now I've added a Wilson Shok Buff insert to protect the aluminum frame and I want to make sure it works okay, so far it limits rearward slide travel too much for trouble-free functioning: the slide doesn't always lock back on an empty magazine and it won't always load the first round out of a full magazine.
I didn't think you were supposed to use Shok Buffs in Commanders. I'm experimenting with loads using 147 grain bullets and while the GM sized gun likes them they seem a bit hard on the lightweight Commander so I'm going to move the other direction and try some 115 grain loads for it. For range work I felt the 147gr bullets were excellent (and accurate), but I have little experience with them in a Lightweight pistol, especially for SD work. I use 124gr ammunition in my 9mm pistols, and I'm pretty happy with those. YMMV. So far, I have said 'no' to two people who seriously wanted to buy it. And here I was going to offer you a trade for it. Sigh. Keep on keeping on, Allan! Harvey |
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For reference, the above message is a reply to a message where: Not yet, but almost! Installing a Wolff variable power recoil spring took care of the last of its sometimes-errant behavior. Now I've added a Wilson Shok Buff insert to protect the aluminum frame and I want to make sure it works okay, so far it limits rearward slide travel too much for trouble-free functioning: the slide doesn't always lock back on an empty magazine and it won't always load the first round out of a full magazine. I'm used to the straight trigger and the gun is dead-nuts accurate with the iron sights or the laser grips. I'm experimenting with loads using 147 grain bullets and while the GM sized gun likes them they seem a bit hard on the lightweight Commander so I'm going to move the other direction and try some 115 grain loads for it. I already know it likes 124 grain loads and if I have to take the Shok Buff out I would rather shoot 115 grain loads in it. So far, I have said 'no' to two people who seriously wanted to buy it... Image below from Allan Tarvid - Image Title: Lightweight Commander and gear  |
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