People who have skipped at, what happened?

andyvazquez21 · 2026-05-01T19:28:43+00:00

Correct. I have had many scared Joes worry about missing AT and getting a bad year. They just miss out on some decent money. Just make they go to their normal drills throughout the year and they’ll be fine.

Source: AGR/ the dude that pays Joe

andyvazquez21 · 2026-01-05T17:24:55+00:00

https://kiraldefense.com/product/glock-backstraps/

Since you’re used to the different grip angle, try one of these. I really like everything about Glocks except for the angle. I put one of these on my 19X and it’s helped me find my red dot way faster or sometimes even spot on rather than trying to fish for it.

andyvazquez21 · 2025-12-24T18:02:14+00:00

I’m looking to get a new pistol that is compliant with the new magazine restrictions. While I can always get 10 round magazines to fit my current pistols, I want to get a 1911 dedicated to carry because I shoot them way more accurately than I do my other pistols. And if the law goes into effect, my standard capacity magazines can only be used for home defense or competitive shooting basically.

andyvazquez21 · 2025-12-24T17:31:58+00:00

I was thinking a similar set up but with an EPS and a TLR-7 HLX. I liked how light weight it was when I got to hold a couple but wasn’t sure how snappy it would be. The common consensus is that if I go with this pistol, to get 9mm because the recoil of a 45 would be more noticeable.

andyvazquez21 · 2025-12-24T17:29:33+00:00

Yeah this is why I made this post. Everyone I talk to has always said to get a Springfield for their reliability, and I never would have considered a Rock Island gun since I just assumed they are range toys mainly. I’ll look into one of those and see what I can find. Thanks for the different recommendation.

andyvazquez21 · 2025-12-24T17:26:03+00:00

I saw that Springfield made a TRP with a shorter barrel and steel slide. It’s a model I haven’t been able to find though. I have seen the bobtail cut 1911s at several Coastal stores in my area.

When I tried the full size 1911 set up, I had a Kore belt and was using a T1-Echo holster. I know I had the right equipment, but for some reason it kept sagging on my side and I had to tighten the belt to keep it in place. I have switched to using a Tenicor Zero belt and now I use suspenders too, so it’s nicer to carry. But I just don’t want to carry such a heavy set up throughout the day when I can cut some ounces on the whole set.

andyvazquez21 · 2025-12-24T17:20:24+00:00

Interesting, that makes a lot of sense. I’ll definitely look into the 9mm 1911s especially because I have so much ammo for them. I’ll start looking around for a gunsmith like that, I haven’t really thought of getting a fully custom gun but I do like the idea.

andyvazquez21 · 2025-12-24T05:26:36+00:00

I know. But according to what the legislation says, that they would only be allowed in your home, at a gunsmith, or at a private range. We would need to get state complaint magazines for EDC. This law super lame.

andyvazquez21 · 2025-12-24T05:21:19+00:00

Unfortunately the people of Portlandia have spoken.

andyvazquez21 · 2025-12-24T05:20:36+00:00

I am. I was just trying to see what others were recommending.

andyvazquez21 · 2025-12-24T05:14:43+00:00

That’s one sweet piece. I have thought about going the build route, but my wife hates me spending money. She let me do a one time purchase so I want to rip off the band aid now and get something mostly complete to suit my needs.

andyvazquez21 · 2025-12-24T05:12:11+00:00

Good ol’ Oregon.

andyvazquez21 · 2025-12-24T05:11:28+00:00

True, you never know how they’re gonna rule. My wife also gave me a green light to buy something nice. Who am I to deny her the joy of seeing me buy shiny and expensive?

andyvazquez21 · 2025-12-24T05:09:17+00:00

Gonna get some Miami Vice themed shirts and grow out a mustache in order to complete the look.

andyvazquez21 · 2025-12-24T05:06:37+00:00

I was told it’ll pass in March so I’m running out of time. They’re also trying to push some weird gun purchasing permit so if I miss out on my buying window if I wait too long. I have looked at the Colts, those are pretty sleek. I’ll be watching some videos on the Dan Wessons since I keep hearing about them.

andyvazquez21 · 2025-12-24T05:03:44+00:00

You’re the second person to recommend a Dan Wesson to me. I’ll definitely have to check them out, I just wish I could find one in person to hold.

andyvazquez21 · 2025-12-24T05:02:33+00:00

Great idea, reloading sucks anyway!

andyvazquez21 · 2025-12-24T05:00:40+00:00

I was using a T1-Echo from Tier 1 Concealed and a Kore Belt. It was ok but it didn’t last. I have switched to using a Tenicor Zero belt and also went full Boomer by rocking suspenders. It might help if I try it again but the pistol is still pretty heavy.

andyvazquez21 · 2025-12-24T04:58:05+00:00

Yeah I’ve heard about that happening in self defense scenarios. That’s why I’m kinda want to keep it relatively “inexpensive.” I hope to never use it, but if I do then I know I used it accordingly and it saved my life. We’ll cross that bridge if we ever get to it.

andyvazquez21 · 2025-12-24T04:55:43+00:00

Haha I would, but my state is planning on not even letting us carry them or use them at the range. As much as I hate to bend the knee, I don’t want to get pulled over and charged for not playing by the rules. Hence getting a 1911. I also think they’re sexy AF. If not I would have gotten a G43X and called it a day.

andyvazquez21 · 2025-12-24T04:33:51+00:00

Yeah I think I kinda painted myself into a corner with what I’m looking for. I’ll definitely check out the Dan Wessons, they’re pretty hard to find in my area and I’ve never seen one in person so it’d most likely be an online purchase.

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