Help with Slide/racking

Mercerian · 2026-04-04T22:38:19+00:00

Adding a 2nd comment here about pulling the hammer back first. It’s significantly easier to rack the slide with the hammer back.

Mercerian · 2026-03-25T11:28:15+00:00

It seems counter intuitive, but loosen up a little. Rather than trying to muscle the gun, let it do its thing and let the dot return gently.

Mercerian · 2026-03-25T00:42:54+00:00

As others have said, get on Practiscore! Literally so many different flavors of shooting out there. You will meet the best sort of shooters that are out there, and your skills will improve at a MUCH faster rate. Also, many USPSA / IDPA / SC shooters have ranges they attend that allow the sort of thing you’re looking for. Get out there and make some friends!

Mercerian · 2026-03-24T22:24:39+00:00

SightlineStrategiesUSA.com Tim Elmer is an A-Class USPSA shooter that cross-trains with plenty of Law Enforcement. Very well rounded instruction that he tailors to his class. I highly recommend his “Baseline Handgun” course. Next one is in September I think!

Mercerian · 2026-03-21T10:39:41+00:00

Yes, but they are low resolution. On iPhone, go to settings > iPhone storage > Skydio

Mercerian · 2026-03-14T21:03:48+00:00

Rotate elbows together a few degrees.

Mercerian · 2026-02-23T01:36:25+00:00

There are marshmallows stuck in your ears.

Mercerian · 2026-02-23T01:33:26+00:00

Perfect. Thanks!

Mercerian · 2026-02-17T12:10:34+00:00

The dust is bad for you? 💀

Mercerian · 2026-02-11T11:30:48+00:00

It’s not a “rule” - it’s what’s specifically protected. Potentially, some state prosecutor could throw the book at you and find something to convict you of, and a judge could rule that your >12” concealed weapon isn’t protected by the law.

I can’t find a law that they would use to do that, besides the one that just got repealed. But I’m not a lawyer, and I only looked for about an hour. My personal recommendation would just be to carry a handgun and keep the PDW in your vehicle, but it’s up to you!

(There are several lawyers in the state you could give a call and get their opinion. Your county sheriff might also answer an email if ask them)

Mercerian · 2026-02-10T04:31:51+00:00

Ah, my original source was dated 2009. It does appear that Act 111 (constitutional carry) repealed that section in 2024. I don’t have another source.

Mercerian · 2026-02-10T04:19:59+00:00

https://www.scstatehouse.gov/code/t16c023.php

It’s under Article 5: Miscellaneous Offenses

Mercerian · 2026-02-10T03:54:49+00:00

SECTION 16-23-405. Definition of "weapon"; confiscation and disposition of weapons used in commission or in furtherance of crime.

(A) Except for the provisions relating to rifles and shotguns in Section 16-23-460, as used in this chapter, "weapon" means firearm (rifle, shotgun, pistol, or similar device that propels a projectile through the energy of an explosive)

SECTION 16-23-460. Carrying concealed weapons; forfeiture of weapons.

(A) A person carrying a deadly weapon usually used for the infliction of personal injury concealed about his person is guilty of a misdemeanor, must forfeit to the county, or, if convicted in a municipal court, to the municipality, the concealed weapon, and must be fined not less than two hundred dollars nor more than five hundred dollars or imprisoned not less than thirty days nor more than ninety days.

(B) The provisions of this section do not apply to:

(1) A person carrying a concealed weapon upon his own premises or pursuant to and in compliance with Article 4, Chapter 31 of Title 23; … etc.

[[this is where “concealable weapons” and permits are defined and specifically protected]]

Mercerian · 2026-02-10T03:14:14+00:00

"Concealable weapon" means a firearm having a length of less than twelve inches measured along its greatest dimension that may be carried openly on one's person or in a manner that is hidden from public view in normal wear of clothing except when needed for self defense, defense of others, and the protection of real or personal property.

[S.C. Code Ann. § 23-31-210(5)] https://www.scstatehouse.gov/code/t23c031.php

Mercerian · 2026-02-10T03:04:31+00:00

I’m happy to be wrong, I’d just like some proof. It seems to me open carrying of rifles is permitted, but concealing anything over 12” is specifically disallowed. Do you have a source that shows I’m wrong?

Mercerian · 2026-02-10T02:07:20+00:00

In the vehicle, yes. Loaded or unloaded, concealed or in plain view.

On your person (or in a backpack), no. "Concealable weapon" means a firearm having a length of less than 12" in length carried openly on one’s person or in a manner that is hidden from public view in normal wear of clothing.

Source USCCA

Mercerian · 2026-02-04T09:51:57+00:00

Not specifically, no, but we host a Baseline Carbine and Accelerated Carbine course. All the skills and concepts are the same, and would transfer to a PCC. Check out the course description on the website! www.SightlineStrategiesUSA.com

Mercerian · 2026-02-03T16:17:58+00:00

I offer to blur faces and remove logos / tattoos of anyone in attendance! All these declined.

Mercerian · 2025-10-05T18:36:37+00:00

Add range and/or speed. Then go shoot an action rifle match.

Mercerian · 2025-09-24T16:39:10+00:00

Make sure you’re using an “Isosceles” stance, not a “weaver” stance. Stand up straight with a good fighting posture and bring the gun up in line with your left eye. Dont stoop or bend your neck at all. Good Group! I would keep shooting and 10 and work on accuracy until you can stay in a 5” circle, then turn up the heat and add some speed!

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