USPSA vs IDPA

Unionman · Mar 28, 2014

I have never shot USPSA mainly because I am a relatively new shooter and was introduced to IDPA first! What are the major differences and how do I get started in USPSA??????? Is there a division where i can run a pretty much stock STI Trojan in 9mm?

LuckyDucky · Mar 28, 2014

USPSA = run n' gun

IDPA = slice the pie

drmitchgibson · Mar 28, 2014

USPSA has divisions set up so that any gun can be accomodated by one or more of them. It has few stringent rules. Come to a match, and we will help you get going.
Your best bet with that gun would be Single Stack division.

brandt9913 · Mar 28, 2014

You don't have to worry about concealment or shooting from cover in USPSA. You also don't have to worry about retaining mags when reloading. Your 9mm 1911 works in single stack and limited 10, but you will be stuck with minor scoring. Minor scoring is A-5, B/C-3, D-1. Major is A-5, B/C-4, D-2. IDPA is time plus scoring. USPSA is based on hit factor with is score divided by the time it took you to shoot the stage.

Unionman · Mar 28, 2014

Sounds great! What is a good match for a first timer??????? Would love to get started.

I appreciate the input.
Also...... Is minor PF 125?

Unionman · Mar 28, 2014

What do most people shoot in 9mm minor as far as bullet weight?

Robaire Pullicar · Mar 28, 2014

I prefer 124gr 9mm and yes 125 pf

Unionman · Mar 28, 2014

I am in!!!!!!!

Are there club matches or......... Where is a good match to get started?????? I am in the Tulsa area.

Corey · Mar 28, 2014

Not jumping topics put there are two proams in your neck of the woods one at USSA & one at oil capital this weekend. 9 mm is perfect for this. Course is all steel 10 rd max capacity, shoot as many targets as you can before time runs out. Just ask away if you have more questions.

SpaceFlunky · Mar 28, 2014

im just gonna keep posting this in every USPSA/IDPA thread I see.

Corey · Mar 28, 2014

After proam see when the next USPSA is at USSA as well as steel challenge. You live in a great part of the state Jeff hughs @ USSA & Renalto @ Oil Capital are great guys and put on great matches. Pretty quick I am sure you will have ample 3 gun questions. Shooting in Oklahoma is limited by time & money there are lots of good pistol matches all around.
Good luck & have fun

Unionman · Mar 28, 2014

Thanks Corey!!!!! I appreciate the insight. I would love to make the Proam but gotta play firefighter this weekend at my real job!!! I will find something soon though!