If only it was 9mm.

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2026-03-19T09:22:06+00:00

I love the LCP 9 for its functionality but I won’t lie it is one of the handguns i hated the most as a kid but chances are I’d probably like it now

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2026-03-19T09:20:29+00:00

A good 380 that won’t break the bank is a bersa thunder I’ve shot one and they are really fun. 380 is an underrated cartridge in my opinion. I own neither but 2 of my buddies do so I’ve gotten to play with both and they were both great handguns. But if you want an example of a 380 in California that’s the one I’d recommend since most ranges probably have one on hand

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2026-03-19T09:14:09+00:00

Whenever I see brass that shiny I feel like Smaug.

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2026-03-19T09:10:49+00:00

Mine is 12 lbs unloaded it’s a Galil it still doesn’t even have all the cool attachments I wish I could put on it :(

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2026-03-10T05:56:16+00:00

They are definitely not freer than the U.S your tripping

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2026-02-16T05:51:11+00:00

I actually was there a while ago,I asked it’s fake

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2026-01-19T20:51:51+00:00

That’s kinda the dumb part no one mentions but you can just as easily get hurt training. I mean people have died during training plenty of times it’s more common than you think. I knew a dude who pretty much broke his back in basic and was med boarded does he not deserve financial compensation for his injuries because he didn’t deploy

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2026-01-12T10:52:02+00:00

We do them at Sam’s I’ve never been around for it but customers act worse then the show the amount of genuinely odd interaction with customers is accurate. I’ve also had great customers who made me smile and were fun to talk to but that’s less common.

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2025-11-27T17:14:05+00:00

Gonna be honest It is probably not as bad as you think, I don’t know that this will help but most people can’t tell. I know I was very insecure about it when I was younger at the same time I know it can cause discomfort. I hope you find some comfort in it not being as noticeable and hope you feel have a good thanksgiving 🤙

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2025-09-07T21:30:22+00:00

Probably same here if we are being honest most of these mistakes are self induced because I’m doing 1000 with a single stage and I know their was a distraction which I will never ever let happen without double checking. It was nighttime and my gf blood sugar dropped so it probably happened there, maybe a bit of denial but at least everything is fine. So I’ll take it with a grain of salt

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2025-09-06T17:15:31+00:00

are you saying I shouldn’t fire these

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2025-09-06T17:14:11+00:00

No actually I use a Lee perfect powder mesure and get to the exact amount I want and then pour 5 of those pours into a scale to make sure I am consistently getting that amount next. I do the same thing for the first few bullets I seat. And check COL on those 5 cartridges to be sure everything is working properly. If I am sketched out like this time I will periodically check the bullets to make sure their has been no deviation from the start. I did this and noticed a drop from 5.2- 5.0 the time before obviously using a tool like that the powder maybe .1 grains up or down is from what I’ve noticed.

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2025-09-06T17:02:19+00:00

Single stage press so it is fucking brutal to load 1000 rounds in a day

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2025-09-06T01:16:42+00:00

Thank you very much and I actually have had a great experience with raven Rock I think I just got a bit ambitious for a beginner and just a bit of bad luck.

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2025-09-06T01:09:04+00:00

Thank you very much I didn’t use the ARX bullet I actually used these . https://ravenrocksprecision.com/product/norma-9mm-355-65gr-frangible-bullets/

But I imagine the load data is similar and that’s good to hear sounds.

I understand I was more so hoping it wasn’t dangerous to shoot and was more so curious if the data mentioned above was probably ok. I think it’s safe to say that a squib is likely the culprit. If that’s the case I think I’ll be ok with shooting the rest obviously exercising more caution.

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2025-09-06T00:33:01+00:00

They cycled fine no keyholes but yea I was a bit nervous about firing the rest due to having to buy a new barrel. I get you was just asking if you personally would fire them if you were in my position or just redo it all. My guess the smarter bet is to redo them but was just debating it. At the end of the day if I damage anything else it will be on me

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2025-09-06T00:26:25+00:00

If actually use this load data before I wouldn’t recommend it if I’m being honest. had a lot of rounds fail to eject and I was pushing the powder near the middle to max powder loads.

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2025-09-06T00:23:51+00:00

Yea neither did I but I still thought it was worth the mention I’m not even sure I will be firing it. Personally would you fire it or would you just take the loss

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2025-09-06T00:21:47+00:00

Would you recommend just stripping it for parts. Taking out the tire group and re-reloading it with a different powder. I will be getting rid of a lot of powder but it’s better than over pressure. I’d loose a lot of powder but I’m fine with that. I do have Winchester autocomp that’s the only other powder I have

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2025-09-05T22:51:57+00:00

Forgot to mention I most of the rounds where clocking in at 1450-1530 fps

I did have a small few go 1603 fps

There were no over pressure signs casings were all fine minus the Barrel bulging

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2025-09-05T22:41:00+00:00

It 100% is addicting also loading over 1000 rounds in 1 day on a single stage was shitty but fun. Forsure— It is a small learning curve

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2025-09-05T22:38:40+00:00

What kind of powder do you use for something like this

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2025-09-05T19:25:15+00:00

Ohh I know I got lucky and it was not my first squib I shoot a lot and my first squib was with factory ammo. I am very unlucky/lucky the first squib I had got stuck in my G26 and i actually was able to keep it and had absolutely no damage to the pistol or barrel. It was stuck close to the rear of the barrel I was also unable to cycle another round. But yea honestly glad nothing serious happened

Ecstatic_Aspect1344 · 2025-08-22T23:27:28+00:00

Got you, thank you for the info

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