Alternatives to SGC 9mm

[DanTheMan]

I've heard of factory lead rounds and seen them available in the US but not found any in the UK and apparently using lead only bullets makes the barrel and any compensator or brake you have on the barrel lead up very quickly and need frequent cleaning.

Correct, the flash hiders fill with lead so every 6 months or so I have to drill mine out, I actually had one machined for me with a larger diameter bore to shoot for longer between cleaning. You know when it's clogged as the rounds start being deflected.

[dromia]

You must have poor fitting/too hard bullets.

[DanTheMan]

Maybe, I mostly use Andy Allwoods LTC and sometimes the LRN from Hannams.

Accuracy wise they group fine (iron sights)

[dromia]

Just think what it would be like with a decent bullet.

[DanTheMan]

Just think what it would be like with a decent bullet.

Cheeky . This actually out shoots my Winchester 1894AE, I moved up a couple of divisions when I started using this as my postal & imperial gallery comp rifle.

[HH1]

For gallery shooting, my clubs indoor range doesn't allow you to shoot jacketed rounds. I've heard quite a few clubs that have similar restrictions. You can get lead 9mm bullets - so no worries if you reload your own, but I haven't come across any factory rounds in that configuration. I expect someone makes them - but at the very least they're not common.

After shooting one and seeing how much fun they are I'm interested in buying... but this is my only reservation. If I were set up to reload in quantity (I'm only just starting to buy my own reloading gear), say with a fully progressive press, then I'd be less concerned. Going to ask the range if they're ok with copper plated rounds rather than FMJ :/

I've heard of factory lead rounds and seen them available in the US but not found any in the UK and apparently using lead only bullets makes the barrel and any compensator or brake you have on the barrel lead up very quickly and need frequent cleaning.

I reload for .38 / 357 mag, .308 and .45-70 gov. I am purposely NOT reloading for my SGC 9mm for several reasons 1. I don't want to void the warrantee. 2. the savings using FMJ bullets aren't worth my time and effort (around 60p saving per 100 rounds). 3. I don't need or want to use lead rounds in this rifle.

If you do start reloading 9mm, please remember that 9mm cases head-space on the front of the case and if you make the mistake of using a heavy (roll) crimp you seriously risk damaging your rifle.

[HH1]

So, after being discouraged from buying the above rifle, my question to you wise folk is what should I get instead?

I read all the negative comments...

.... but I am now the proud owner of a new SGC 9mm. I have put 128 rounds of factory 9mm ammunition through it so far and it is awesome. I was using it this morning on a MOD range at 100 yards and it was great. I know two other owners locally and they both are very pleased with their SGC 9mm which they have owned for over a year and put hundreds of rounds through.

[NoEntry]

Maybe, I mostly use Andy Allwoods LTC and sometimes the LRN from Hannams.

Accuracy wise they group fine (iron sights)

Dan m8,

You couldnt possibly have done all then with a Unicorn, everyone knows they are rubbish........LOL

except for yours and mine :-)

Mike

[JammyGuns]

Wow that's really good shooting. I'm currently looking at a .45 ACP LR - partly with Gallery Rifle comps in mind.

[HH1]

Dan m8,

You couldnt possibly have done all then with a Unicorn, everyone knows they are rubbish........LOL

except for yours and mine :-)

Mike

This was the result I got while zeroing in my Vortex Strike Eagle scope.
10 shot group at 25 yards.....