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by gimgim
Wed Apr 20, 2022 12:15 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: What makes a AP "kick"?
Replies: 32
Views: 13565

Re: What makes a AP "kick"?

I am convinced, thanks
by gimgim
Mon Apr 18, 2022 4:48 pm
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: What makes a AP "kick"?
Replies: 32
Views: 13565

Re: What makes a AP "kick"?

> Only in a vacuum.

Good point :-)

> Also, it's technically an ellipse

No, it's not - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Projectile_motion
by gimgim
Mon Apr 18, 2022 10:13 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: What makes a AP "kick"?
Replies: 32
Views: 13565

Re: What makes a AP "kick"?

> The Idea being that the rod should point slightly downwards in "anticipation" of the kick?

The rod will point up, not down. The trajectory is a parabola
by gimgim
Thu Jan 27, 2022 4:32 pm
Forum: Shooters Lounge
Topic: Liability insurance for gun owners
Replies: 11
Views: 5065

Re: Liability insurance for gun owners

> Might be cheaper to move It's cheaper to move away from the Bay Area even if you are not a gun owner :-) but my job is here for now. I am trying to figure out whether I should get rid of the free pistols and get a nice air rifle instead. It's a sport/hobby for me, so .22lr or air makes no differen...
by gimgim
Thu Jan 27, 2022 1:29 pm
Forum: Shooters Lounge
Topic: Liability insurance for gun owners
Replies: 11
Views: 5065

Liability insurance for gun owners

I was wondering if anybody has experience with this.
Is it per firearm? What are the approximate costs? I couldn't find much info online
Thanks!
by gimgim
Fri Jun 11, 2021 1:42 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Home range targets
Replies: 50
Views: 5566

Re: Home range targets

My setup (kitchen + garage)
by gimgim
Fri Jun 04, 2021 8:13 pm
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Broken free pistol grip
Replies: 15
Views: 3198

Re: Broken free pistol grip

Get proper wood glue such as Titebond. When glued properly, wood won't break at the glued spot.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-g3efGa3sI (not affiliated, but I really like the channel)
by gimgim
Thu May 27, 2021 2:33 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Bought a used Steyr LP10, now what?
Replies: 25
Views: 6544

Re: Bought a used Steyr LP10, now what?

An alternative to the tank you may want to consider is a hand pump ($50-$250)
by gimgim
Thu May 27, 2021 2:25 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Show us your Free Pistol
Replies: 60
Views: 31106

Re: Show us your Free Pistol

Morini and Toz
by gimgim
Wed Mar 31, 2021 5:25 pm
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Get a grip, man!
Replies: 61
Views: 22384

Re: Get a grip, man!

So where does THIS ATROCITY fit into the Pantheon of "Pretty Grips" http://i.imgur.com/msEqmSzl.jpg I wouldn't mind using it (in fact, I would buy it from you if this was a good fit for me), but I just can't bear myself to do the same to a new part. It's a problem I have, and not only wit...
by gimgim
Mon Mar 29, 2021 3:51 pm
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Get a grip, man!
Replies: 61
Views: 22384

Re: Get a grip, man!

For me is (an extreme form of) 2, and not necessarily because of resale.
I buy Rink grips to keep the stock brand new and then refuse to modify the Rink except for adding crayola modeling compound (easily removed without traces).
The fit isn't good, but I would feel worse violating the grips.
by gimgim
Fri Mar 05, 2021 3:05 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Recommendations for inexpensive spotting scope
Replies: 13
Views: 2796

Recommendations for inexpensive spotting scope

The one I have (Ncstar 20-60x60mm, probably this one https://www.opticsplanet.com/reviews/reviews-ncstar-20-60x60-spotting-scope-green-lens-with-tripod-laser-ng206060g.html) needs to be replaced and I am looking for something (1) inexpensive (2) that can resolve .22 at 100 yards. Any suggestions? I ...
by gimgim
Mon Feb 22, 2021 1:00 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Who has Rink grips on their LP10?
Replies: 14
Views: 2809

Re: Who has Rink grips on their LP10?

> but the TOZ finger ridges are in the wrong place This is exactly my experience with the Toz and Morini Rink's grips > Rink's real strength is the ability to custom make grips I believe they can also 3D scan your hand (on site? never tried it though). I assume you may be able to do this remotely if...
by gimgim
Fri Feb 19, 2021 5:48 pm
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Who has Rink grips on their LP10?
Replies: 14
Views: 2809

Re: Who has Rink grips on their LP10?

I have Rink grips on Toz, Morini CM84, and Steyr Evo10. > Did your Rink grips come with the sheet metal L shaped plate that the adjustment screws sit on? A metal plate is already attached to the grip, no need for the plastic spacer. > Did they come with the mounting bolt? I seem to remember it came ...
by gimgim
Thu Feb 18, 2021 2:03 pm
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Help With Italian Firearms Terms?
Replies: 15
Views: 2722

Re: Help With Italian Firearms Terms?

Feel free to send me anything. I am Italian.
by gimgim
Mon Jan 04, 2021 12:22 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: New .38 match revolver - which looks very interesting
Replies: 16
Views: 7064

Re: New .38 match revolver - which looks very interesting

Can someone provide an accurate history for the manufacturer? How did we go from DOMINO (1980-ish) to FAS/DOMINO to CHIAPPA? Fabbrica Armi Sportive (FAS) is the original company ('70) https://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=557499 The 601/602/604 used to be very popular in Italy in t...
by gimgim
Thu Dec 10, 2020 4:37 pm
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Ballistic rubber trap
Replies: 12
Views: 3343

Re: Ballistic rubber trap

I use a Gehmann pellet trap like this one ($26): https://www.ebay.com/itm/Gehmann-17x17cm-Pistol-Targets-Pellets-Trap-for-indoor-10-meters-shooting/373072113612 The backplate can be replaced (I use a thicker aluminum plate) and it is spring loaded (see 3rd pic on ebay). It's easy to make the trap qu...
by gimgim
Thu Dec 03, 2020 12:32 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Erratic behavior Steyr LP2 (again!)
Replies: 3
Views: 1220

Re: Erratic behavior Steyr LP2 (again!)

> Some lube on the sear, along with not enough engagement, causing inconsistent/premature release?

This. There was old gunked up grease on both springs and on the sear.
Taking apart the trigger and cleaning up everything solved the problem. Thanks!
by gimgim
Tue Dec 01, 2020 8:40 pm
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Erratic behavior Steyr LP2 (again!)
Replies: 3
Views: 1220

Erratic behavior Steyr LP2 (again!)

More than two years after my post https://www.targettalk.org/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=60674 I went back to shooting the LP2. I have adjusted the trigger according to the David M's detailed instructions (thanks again!) and this time with a real 500g tension gauge. After the adjustments, the "don'...
by gimgim
Sun Nov 29, 2020 12:40 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Who has Rink grips on their Toz35M?
Replies: 24
Views: 9308

Re: Who has Rink grips on their Toz35M?

I have the Rink grip on the Toz 35M and I love it. I don't remember any issues with the fitting and the grip is solidly attached to the frame. Rink also sells for the Toz a grip that fastens with a single bottom screw, if you modify the pistol to move the loading lever on top. I have bought one but ...