I really, really want to get into IPSC, and I just got my restricted. Can anyone recommend a gun and cartridge in the $100-$1500 range? I'm not afraid exotic guns or cartridges and will be buying a dillon 550 or higher to load for it. I imagine people will say start with something simple and work up, but I like quality gear and would like to learn on something that I can use later, rather than learn with a cheap gun, and then have to upgrade and get used to a new gun. I haven't even qualified yet, but IPSC is what I really want to get into. How about a Glock 37 in .45 GAP?
IPSC production gun recommendations
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Riflman,
I tell you what to do LOL.
Myself I am like you very interested in IPSC, went and both three handguns and I have to live with it. I purchased a revolver and two pistols 1911A1 in .45ACP and XD/9mm.
Both can be played in IPSC, especially .45ACP, however now when I went to see my first IPSC match maybe I would pick .40S&W in CZ or STI all depends on funds.
Go to IPSC match, watch ask questions and learn. You can always spend money later.
Greetings,
I tell you what to do LOL.
Myself I am like you very interested in IPSC, went and both three handguns and I have to live with it. I purchased a revolver and two pistols 1911A1 in .45ACP and XD/9mm.
Both can be played in IPSC, especially .45ACP, however now when I went to see my first IPSC match maybe I would pick .40S&W in CZ or STI all depends on funds.
Go to IPSC match, watch ask questions and learn. You can always spend money later.
Greetings,
if you want to get into a product class, then you should do thwo things
1) get the list of current product pistols allowed.
2) remember one important factor.. you are limited to factor pistols and factory options.. so besides personal prefrences, look for a pistol which you think (or get someone who is an IPSC production master class) has the best options..
Eg. I shoot an XD40, and I find the mag release which you can operate from either side, to be superior to the Glocks which you can only do from one side..
The same for the double action vs the glock/xd "single action".
the best thing is to do your research.. find out what the top production class shooters are shooting, and ask them..
1) get the list of current product pistols allowed.
2) remember one important factor.. you are limited to factor pistols and factory options.. so besides personal prefrences, look for a pistol which you think (or get someone who is an IPSC production master class) has the best options..
Eg. I shoot an XD40, and I find the mag release which you can operate from either side, to be superior to the Glocks which you can only do from one side..
The same for the double action vs the glock/xd "single action".
the best thing is to do your research.. find out what the top production class shooters are shooting, and ask them..
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HK USP 9mm or Sig P226
You want something that is reliable and will not let you down in a match. My HK USP has been flawless for the last 3-4k rounds I put in it and this one was bought used.
It is very accurate and its reliable.
Will never let you down, it sights easy, and handles recoil quite well. get a couple of extra mags, a simple holster belt and mag pouches and your well equipped to have fun.
Plus when starting IPSC that decoker is fun to have.
For me the fact that nothing breaks is what I am looking for
You want something that is reliable and will not let you down in a match. My HK USP has been flawless for the last 3-4k rounds I put in it and this one was bought used.
It is very accurate and its reliable.
Will never let you down, it sights easy, and handles recoil quite well. get a couple of extra mags, a simple holster belt and mag pouches and your well equipped to have fun.
Plus when starting IPSC that decoker is fun to have.
For me the fact that nothing breaks is what I am looking for
where abouts are you located? THere are lot of good quality guns for shooting in the Production Division (not "Class", people 
), the selection of style/size/shape/etc is far greater than in other divisions. You should try to at least handle, ideally shoot as many of these as you can, before you decide which one to get. For example:
The CZ-85Combat or the CZ-SP01 are both very good guns
the Sig P226 is excellent
The HKs are good, but like the Walther P99, you'd need to make sure that you can reach their funky mag release easily - I totally can't, but others have no problems
the Glocks and the XD are great too, but some people don't like the grip angle and the 'heavy' trigger pull on every shot (as opposed to a SA/DA gun)
Berettas are good too, but again, size/grip angle preferences very.
Where are you? I'm sure we could set you up with some gun nutz in the area to try out various stuff...
), the selection of style/size/shape/etc is far greater than in other divisions. You should try to at least handle, ideally shoot as many of these as you can, before you decide which one to get. For example: The CZ-85Combat or the CZ-SP01 are both very good guns
the Sig P226 is excellent
The HKs are good, but like the Walther P99, you'd need to make sure that you can reach their funky mag release easily - I totally can't, but others have no problems
the Glocks and the XD are great too, but some people don't like the grip angle and the 'heavy' trigger pull on every shot (as opposed to a SA/DA gun)
Berettas are good too, but again, size/grip angle preferences very.
Where are you? I'm sure we could set you up with some gun nutz in the area to try out various stuff...
I just started shooting IPSC 3 months ago. ALL of the experiences shooters told me to get a Glock. These were they same guys and gals who shoot STI's, Para's etc. Glock 19 in 9mm is pretty good for getting started. I got mine from Questar for $799 plus tax and shipping and Mark was great to deal with.
As they told me, Glocks are low maintenance and easy to use. Spend your time thinking about targets, not the gun.
Later, figure out which pistol is best for you. (Thank goodness I took their advice, it is working)
As they told me, Glocks are low maintenance and easy to use. Spend your time thinking about targets, not the gun.
Later, figure out which pistol is best for you. (Thank goodness I took their advice, it is working)
