Dillon 550B
Posted on June 15, 2008
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I received my RL 550B Dillon progressive press via FedEx Home Delivery. It took several hours to assemble it and get everything setup. Besides the self induced frustration of setup (Watch the video before putting the press together!) it went together well.
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The press looks well built, is sturdy, and very blue. Don’t mistake the pictures as it is really that color blue. No matter how great you think you are at assembling things… This machine will kill your ego. Before you even tighten your first nut you have to watch the 1985 Dillon Precision VHS Tape. I don’t know if it really was made in 1985, but it really had a VHS tape. The printed instructions might be older and even worse than the video. It actually took a combination of the video, black & white photo instructions, and an engineering degree to get it assembled. The machine is fantastic after you get it assembled. The DP people need to get together with the IKEA folks for a set of assembly instructions. Or, just maybe I have grown used to hole A goes into hole A, B to B, C to C, etc.
After watching the tape, engineering for dummies, and physics 101 the press is together is pumping out some serious rounds. I loaded almost 200 rounds in about 2.5 hours. Now I just wish I couldn’t shoot 200 rounds and hour. Tomorrow I might make a little trip back to the FOP range to test fire a few of the rounds to test my reloading skills.
After I clean up my new Dillon RL 550B work station I will try and take a few pictures to share.
Steel Plate Competition - Follow Up
Posted on June 15, 2008
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Today we had a great time at our first Pleasant Grove FOP Range Steel Plate Competition. We did have a showing in the Novice category but no victory.
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The competition was structured differently than what we were used to with Rifles. We shot from a stationary position with steel plates at distances of up 25 yards. There were 4 stages with 5 targets each. We engaged each stage in succession and were allowed 1 mulligan.
BGM shot the match with all production semi-automatic weapons. Since the watch was divided into auto and revolver each having only two classes a “race gun” has an almost unfair advantage being only able to shoot the limitation of the weapon.
Tactical Weapons E-mail
Posted on June 14, 2008
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You can now receive the Bull Gang Tactical Weapons Team updates in your e-mail. Due to the kind folks over at Subscribe2’s hard work this is a free service.
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Steel Plate Match and 3 Gun Practice
Posted on June 13, 2008
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Don’t forget that this Saturday we have the Pistol Steel Plate Match at Pleasant Grove FOP. In addition to the steel plate match we will be having a 3 Gun Practice. We plan to run a couple different style stages with walls, steel plates, sporting clays, and silhouette targets. We may also have a couple swingers in place. The swingers will be on loan form Lee Knobloch.
Lee has been kind enough to grant us use of his personal swingers. Lee is a fantastic pistol competitor and if you ever want to know something about shooting or just want to chat give him a call over at the FOP range, 205.744.2600.
Hopefully the weather will be good. We always go even in inclimate weather. It adds to practical action of the the shoot. Check the weather.
Bullet Serialization in AL
Posted on June 11, 2008
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Back in April we posted about the possibility of Bullet Serialization. We are happy to report that action was not taken on it. We are unsure if it was not voted on or had an up or down vote. Regardless the legislative session is over and that means the bill is no longer.
If we have any new information come up we will keep you posted.
Dillion 550b
Posted on June 11, 2008
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Today I order a Dillon Precision 550. For those that don’t know - the Dillon 550 is a progressive reloading press. Dillon has been the premier manufacturer of progressive ammo reloading presses for years. Several of our members reload and I have not. When I set out I knew that I would need everything to get started. So where does a novice reloader turn? That was easy part!
After weeks of reading, talking, and weighing the options I landed on a third party retailer and guru of reloading, Brian Enos. If you check around on the internet you will find great reviews of Brian’s. I spoke with Brain this afternoon and agree with the reviews. If you want to know about anything Dillon call him, 1-877-219-5598.
So why Dillion as opposed with any of the others. That is also simple. The warranty, market saturation, reputation, and customer service. With so many moving parts something is bound to break right? Everyone talks about how the 550 wont break. I don’t buy into that as I can break anything. So when making an investment I go with something that “wont break” and if it does has a “No BS Warranty”.
Since I didn’t have most of the reloading gear I order one of the “EZ-Buy Packages“. Though there isn’t a discount for ordering the package the simplicity and ease is worth it. The prices with Brian are the same as MSRP and the shipping is free. Since the shipping is free it is cheaper than MSRP. There are a few online retailers around that offer similar packages but none seem to be as complete Brian’s. Plus their prices are marked up from MSRP.
I expect the reloading press the end of this week or the begining of next. I am sure to post more about the 550b as I have lots of build up for it.
What do you think of your reloading press?
Rant: Where is the Gun Marketing
Posted on June 9, 2008
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We have all heard the stories about the internet making people millions. Well, why hasn’t the shooting industry joined in?
- Gun people aren’t tech savvy?
- They can’t use computers?
- They are are unorganized?
- Maybe all of the above?
We happen to think not. Someone hasn’t come along and entered into the heavy competition for marketing over the internet. Which by our calculations is a bad thing. For instance… If you are looking for a “NHO Magwell” on Google, or Yahoo you couldn’t find one. So if somebody spent a little time and learned to market gun products on the internet it would make life easier for the shooters doing the shopping and make somebody lots of money.
There sites like bizrate.com or yahoo shopping. But what do those companies know about guns and gun accessories? Nothing. What if somebody came along and made a Amazon style website? That would revolutionize the weapon industry. Lots of people have a website but they are so poor it is hard even for advanced internet users. Maybe a single company with the capital and the right internet marketing direction will come along soon. If you get some ideas from this post give us credit for the inspiration. If it is good enough we might even promote it on our site.
As a question what do you think of the internet gun shopping business? What are your favorite sites? What type of things do you buy from them?
Though we are not marketing or selling anything as a team… We use the services of Birmingham SEO Service, to help promote shooting through search engines. We don’t pay for anything when it comes to the website. The owner of the Search Engine Optimization Service is a member of our team and provides basic design, layout, SEO, and all around technical know how for our website. So if you want to discuss ideas them about improving your online gun business contact Birmingham SEO and tell them you saw this article and receive a very willing and helpful person.
Shooters are Unorganized
Posted on June 9, 2008
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Where is the master list for shooting competition schdules? We have to yet find any central location for a Match schedule. We have an event calender for our team but where is the master list for Competitions?
Since we can’t find one you are more than welcome to contact us to add an event to our calender and we would be happy to promote it with a blog post. Somebody could make promoting shooting a lot easier with a website and official calender. Of course to do that they would need to take the bureaucracy out of getting added to the schedule.
We are installing and working on a new calender application. Following post will detail the requirements needed to post to the calender.
Ruger LCP .380
Posted on May 29, 2008
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In April we posted about the the Ruger LCP .380 and the Kel Tec. It seems to have been a long journey and waiting list but a member of the BGM Tactical Team has purchased one. Lucky’s Gun Store in Cropwell, Alabama had one in stock or at least about to hit the shelf. The price was slightly higher and a distant drive from our favorite Simmons Sporting Goods. The price and drive have proven to be worth it as the weapon is fun and exactly as expected.
The LCP 380 is not an everyday shooter as it is not a heavy duty service style weapon. It is however more comfortable than the Kel-Tec. If it wasn’t for the difference in the grip you wouldn’t be able to tell the Kel-Tec from the Ruger.
During the testing of the pistol we also had a Kel-Tec and the same ammunition, wolf full metal jackets with the standard wolf steel case. With the same shooter moments apart they both performed exceptionally well. Even at 100 yards they hit the target. 100 yards with a .380 is a long distance that is far beyond the practical usage of the weapon. After about 15 rounds through the Kel-Tec feed errors and ejector problems plagued the pistol. The Kel-Tec is about 1 year old has had almost 100 rounds fired through it and was probably due for a full break down and cleaning. None-the-less in this side-by-side comparison the Ruger LCP .380 outperformed the Kel-Tec P3AT.
If you have the opportunity to purchase the LCP 380 we highly recommend it. If price is the issue then the Kel-Tec P3AT is a good choice and probably easier to obtain. If you are going for style go for the Ruger. If you are looking just for a daily carry pistol or pocket pistol the choice is yours.
Tactical Rifle Match at Steel City Shooting Sports Association
Posted on May 28, 2008
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This weekend at Steel City Shooting Sports in Hoover is hosting a Tactical Rifle Practical Shooting match. The bull gang will be in attendance. Due to family vacations a couple members will be absent.
If you would like to join us as we navigate the shooting stages at the SCSSA at Bocks Gap meet before 8:00am near the registration booth. You will be able to spot us by our black T-Shirts.
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