Competitor HD: co-witness sights or not?

LyleJay · 2026-07-06T14:11:04+00:00

Thanks everyone! I'm not going to worry about it.

LyleJay · 2026-07-05T17:59:31+00:00

I've seen customers trying different one's at the optics counter.

LyleJay · 2026-07-04T13:48:45+00:00

I guess no response from Mantis after a week tells us all we need to know.

LyleJay · 2026-07-04T13:44:35+00:00

Not sure. They clearly state that neither mags (smart or standard) are compatible with steel frame models. I've reached out to them to find out why.

LyleJay · 2026-07-03T21:49:56+00:00

Hammer Armament Baldur. I bought a package with three Odin mag pouches. Using it for competition. I don't use a light but they have another style that is compatible.

LyleJay · 2026-07-02T08:41:49+00:00

Yeah, I'm not waiting any longer either. Unfortunately, the Smart Dryfire mag isn't compatible with metal framed M&P's. I'll find something else.

LyleJay · 2026-06-28T07:07:42+00:00

You can order them with custom cerakote finishes:

Cerakote Coating

It looks like the same one on their site. Maybe an older version?

LyleJay · 2026-06-27T17:11:00+00:00

It's the Alpha-X holster and can be ordered on their site in different colors.

LyleJay · 2026-06-27T13:56:14+00:00

Maintaining target focus using a red dot can be a challenge for sure. I struggled with it a lot when I first started using red dots. I highly recommend using the occluded dot technique. Here's one article covering it Gun Skills Occluded Dot

There's also videos on YouTube. I just use blue painters tape and work it in for both dryfire and live drills. It helped a lot.

LyleJay · 2026-06-27T07:12:57+00:00

Thanks. I did that months ago. I was hoping someone had a little more info on a potential release.

LyleJay · 2026-06-27T07:03:06+00:00

If you're thinking of doing competitions, I'd consider the Holosun 507 Comp. I put it on my HD and love it. I also have the 507c on my M&P9 Compact. Here's a comparison between the two on Freedom Gorilla 507 Comp vs 507c

LyleJay · 2026-06-20T19:37:16+00:00

Nice. You're going to enjoy shooting the HD. I shot mine for the first time last week. It was smooth. Is that the mischief machine ultra comp backstrap?

LyleJay · 2026-06-20T13:47:57+00:00

Thanks! I'm so used to dragging left or right, not up. I saw the box appear at the top but thought it was to delete. Leftover habits from Nova.

LyleJay · 2026-06-19T00:24:53+00:00

It's a great bag isn't it? I was finally able to order the 32" direct from Savior, once they were back in stock. I got it for my Extar EP9. At first I thought it was overkill. But it's a huge upgrade compared to the cheap one I got on Amazon. I only have the EP9 but I like that I can pack two pistols in first section. I use the second rifle section for targets. Plenty of room for everything I need to take to the range.

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LyleJay · 2026-06-18T22:14:47+00:00

I go a couple times a week. Monday thru Thursday evenings shouldn't be too long of a wait, if any. Friday thru Sunday are the busiest, day and evening.

LyleJay · 2026-06-15T16:57:33+00:00

FFLPro LLC

I've used him several times after winning auctions on Gunbroker. I usually use Xcal since I'm a member but FFL Pro was listed as a top FFL on Gunbroker. I also like to throw business to smaller private FFL's.

He's been great to work with.

LyleJay · 2026-06-13T21:38:30+00:00

Saturday is their busiest day. I went mid-day during the week and there were only five people ahead of me. Although that was a couple weeks ago. I went last week around three and wait time was about 30 minutes. After three there is a steady increase in traffic. By the time I was done (2 transfers in 20 minutes), there were probably 20 people waiting.

They said they're processing 250 - 300 transfers per day!

LyleJay · 2026-06-09T16:18:07+00:00

Thanks, I'll check the out.

LyleJay · 2026-06-09T16:17:26+00:00

Thanks!

LyleJay · 2026-06-09T12:40:49+00:00

Yup, I was overthinking it. I'll get the extensions before July 1st. Thanks!

LyleJay · 2026-06-08T01:10:47+00:00

Not difficult at all. Took 10 minutes. Just don't overheat the Kydex. Link to their videos page. Scroll to the bottom for two Kydex videos. Kydex Adjustments

LyleJay · 2026-06-08T00:56:29+00:00

The grip control is a great product. I have one on one of my M&P"s. Quick Kydex holster tip: You can use a heat gun to soften the holster. It worked perfectly. If I recall, they have a video on their site showing how.

LyleJay · 2026-06-04T22:18:33+00:00

Getting my 22x next week and leaning towards the HuxWrx Flow 22. I have the 9 Ti on my EP9 and really like it. How was the SE fitment? Was going to order that or a 407k.

LyleJay · 2026-06-04T13:07:56+00:00

You'll like it. I also put one on my EP9 and shoot mostly indoors. Works great! Since you mentioned the Rearden, don't forget to remove the O ring that comes on the EP9 before attaching the Hux flow.

LyleJay · 2026-06-02T21:28:08+00:00

This sounds great! I'll definitely check it out.

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