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3-Gun shooting events are practical shooting events where the stages are shot with a combination of a rifle, handgun, and shotgun. Matches generally involve courses where the shooter must move through different stages, and engage targets in a variety of different positions. Each stage will generally require the use of different weapons and require the shooter to transition between different firearms.

Welcome to /r/3gun

3-Gun shooting events are practical shooting events where the stages are shot with a combination of a rifle, handgun, and shotgun.

Matches generally involve courses where the shooter must move through different stages, and engage targets in a variety of different positions.

Each stage will generally require the use of different weapons and require the shooter to transition between different firearms.

How to Get Started in 3-Gun Competition

3-Gun Pro Jesse Tischauser shares some tips. Link

Where can I find a 3-Gun Match?

Contact a local 3-Gun club/match in your state: 3-Gun By State

What do I need to take to a 3-Gun Match?

Thanks to /r/GTHappy, check out his Travel Match Checklist

3 Gun Gear

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1-6 lpvo comparison and experience

So for about a year and a half across some two gun competitions I’ve been real happy with my Steiner p4xi. Wanting to try out a 1-6 and ive narrowed down my choices to

Vortex razor Gen 2 e

Trijicon credo HX

Trijicon tr25

Leupold patrol 6HD firedot duplex

I’m wanting folks experience with uses of these scopes and also if any of these other scopes match the vortex razor in that “bezel less/no scope shadow” eye box image

3 Comments
2024/12/04
19:00 UTC

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Pump Shot Gun for Heavy Disvison?

Those on here who compete in heavy class what pump shot gun do you run. Looking into this as I have a 45 cal pistol and 308 rifle already but not sure what pumps anyone uses. Is a mossburg 590 or similar reliable enough or is a super nova a better choice?

10 Comments
2024/12/03
00:57 UTC

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Inherited heritage 3 gun

Inherited these

2 Comments
2024/12/02
20:38 UTC

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3 gun focused classes (Wi)

I was wondering if anyone knows of any decent three gun classes. I am a fairly experienced shooter that’s just looking to get better. I’m in Wisconsin but can travel because there is not a lot in Wisconsin.

5 Comments
2024/11/26
15:25 UTC

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Tac ops pistol?

I've tried searching on this subreddit as well as more generally and struggling to find an answer to the following question (apologies if I missed it somehow).

What is currently the gold standard for a pistol in tac ops? Not sure if it was ever considered such, but Atlas Hyperion seemed to be a very popular choice a little while ago. Last time I checked it looked like it had been discontinued by Atlas. Is there anything else in their lineup or from someone else that's a good "end game" handgun for the tac ops division?

5 Comments
2024/11/25
05:35 UTC

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Scope Switch for 3-Gun. Yay or Nay?

I want to get into USPSA multi-gun, specifically the modified provisional division. In that division, you can have a single optic on your rifle. I plan to get an LPVO for my AR and have been looking at a knock-off scope switch that goes for a bit under $100 which people say is comparable to the original $700 one from Antimatter Industries. My question is, does anyone here have experience using a scope switch in 3-Gun? Was it useful or did you end up forgoing it in favor of something simpler like a throw lever?

18 Comments
2024/11/19
16:03 UTC

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Any 3 Gun events in Florida?

Are there any 3 Gun events in Florida?

4 Comments
2024/11/14
18:59 UTC

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A400 or 1301 comp pro

Been doing a lot of uspsa and rifle competitions but now getting into shotguns and multigun.

I have a Beretta A400 Lite that I shoot clays with once a year. Am I better off selling it and getting a 1301 Comp Pro? Or can I upgrade it to be the same as a comp pro?

8 Comments
2024/11/14
05:21 UTC

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Leupold?

New three gun guy here. I am rather new and looking for an LVPO for my 16 inch AR. I cannot find much for reviews with regard to people running Leupold. Anyone on here run a Leupold scope? Thanks

12 Comments
2024/11/11
01:00 UTC

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Shotgun questions

I have a Benelli M2 field. It’s the 28” barrel. I was thinking of selling it and getting a JM 940 pro or M3K. I see people say the m2 is better but I feel like I’d have to spend money to upgrade it to make it do what the others do stock. Maybe I’m missing something.

I have only done one 3gun with it. It did fine I felt the 28” barrel was quite long.

I’m new to 3gun and shotguns in general. I mainly shot pistol.

At my local event everyone had the 940 pro or M3K.

18 Comments
2024/11/01
23:36 UTC

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Progress on new range cart

I spectated my local match and they seem to run 2 very long stages.

I definitely want a chair and some shade while being able to move everything around easily.

I've noticed a lot of people convert jogging strollers to range carts but I don't own any jogging strollers.

Found this used golf cart for sale on FBMP with the spring loaded chair and umbrella holder.

I replaced the upper bag holder with a 3D printed double AR mag extrusions and a cradle for my shotgun.

Ammo can is just sitting on the lower bag holder but I need to figure out a mounting solution for 2 ammo cans and a range bag there. I want to keep the folding functionality of the cart in case I have to pack it in my car (I usually take the truck to the range but unforeseen circumstances have and will happen).

Let me know what you guys think and if you have any ideas/suggestions on the lower platform.

I would really like to get this done before Saturday (will be my first 3 gun match).

https://preview.redd.it/8u7pprtrtsxd1.jpg?width=1536&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0934b35d7bc3422f251a0df679c24b2640567766

https://preview.redd.it/ywij2ktrtsxd1.jpg?width=1536&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0f6a3962dd694a96db73b298f3429b3e978157f2

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https://preview.redd.it/o0em2ltrtsxd1.jpg?width=2048&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=cc8f3504cb78c887cb267ad9de5f501df7479725

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3 Comments
2024/10/30
01:40 UTC

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Looking for advice from anyone who has competed at the multigun nationals in Forest Lake MN

Hello friends! I have been shooting 3 gun for a few years now and it is my goal to participate in the competition at forest lake in Minnesota next year. I am wondering if anybody who has been previously has any advice for me. I understand that in order to register I must be a USPSA member, which I plan to become. I have not shot any official USPSA matches yet, as there are no official 3 gun matches up here where I live. I am wondering if there are any requirements to register for the forest lake match, such as having some scores from sanctioned matches under your belt already, or if anyone is allowed to just sign up. Really any advice from people who have more experience than me would be appreciated! Cheers

4 Comments
2024/10/28
15:31 UTC

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My 2024 Memorial 3gun Match

Here is my video from this years Memorial 3gun match. This was my first year shooting it, but it won’t be my last…. Absolutely amazing experience.

I finished mid pack which is pretty good considering I don’t shoot 3gun hardly at all… like ever anymore lol. Using a borrowed shotgun and a rifle set up with one match on it… I’m pretty happy with the results

Honestly though I could have finished dead last and still had a great time, such is the experience that is Memorial 3gun.

Warning there is at least one curse word that I recall and it’s a long video and I recorded the bios for each of the honorees.

1 Comment
2024/10/27
16:55 UTC

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If only it had bigger wheels...

I think this will work better than a little wagon. My wife thinks that I will get some weird looks from the neighbors...

8 Comments
2024/10/14
19:10 UTC

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Starter kit

What’s a good starter kit for a new shooter? I’ve only shot USPSA and Steel Challenge so all I have is my set up for that. I’ll probably start with 2 gun (pistol and AR) since I don’t a competition shotgun yet. I won’t be trying to challenge for championships or anything like that. Just wanting to get out there and have fun and help my kids get started in it too. I love shooting with my kids 😊

8 Comments
2024/10/12
15:09 UTC

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Y’all stickin’ with iron sights or runnin’ optics in 3Gun?

15 Comments
2024/10/10
13:38 UTC

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Where to begin?

I’m a 34 F living near Atlanta, GA. I have always been fascinated by 3-gun and wanted to take classes. If my income increases this coming year, I want to make my dreams a reality! I’m literally wanting to train because I think it is bad ass and because I want to be able to fend for myself if the world ends LOL! I have my own handgun that my husband got me. I’ve been to the range several times. I’m a lot more comfortable handling a gun and having it on me, but don’t do it often anymore because I don’t go to the range enough to feel 100% comfortable carrying it and potentially having to using it. I don’t even know where to begin with 3-gun. I think my first step will be to re-familiarize myself with the gun I own and get comfortable with it. What would your recommended first steps be for a complete newbie?

13 Comments
2024/10/08
21:43 UTC

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Working on a 12-shell caddy

I designed this caddy so the cups which hold the shells will pivot out of the way when they are empty. The shell is the cup will keep the cups sticking out from the caddy It still needs a little refinement. I think i will move the holder a little higher, and give a little tighter hold on the shells.

11 Comments
2024/10/06
20:01 UTC

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M3K (with long tube) VS 940 JM Pro

Looking to get into 3 gun competitions

What’s the better option of the two?

Mainly concerned about reliability, ease of quad loading, and after market support.

7 Comments
2024/10/06
17:08 UTC

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Y’all got a trick for those lightning-quick reloads?

7 Comments
2024/10/06
16:40 UTC

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Match savers, what's out there?

I am looking for some match savers for different applications, 930 JM pro, 1301 Mod 2, M4... etc...

Looking for MLOK versions and regular screw in kinds, just trying to see what is out there and what is preferred by users. Looking for actual feedback.

Google search is flooded with 3d printed stuff that I can make at home...

3 Comments
2024/10/03
00:53 UTC

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How do y’all handle them quick reloads in 3Gun?

9 Comments
2024/10/02
14:16 UTC

10

Tube magazine reloader

Almost done with this abomination. Spring-assisted 8-shell reloader...

8 Comments
2024/09/30
19:33 UTC

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CZ 1012 any good?

Hey guys, does anyone know if the CZ 1012 is a good platform for 3 gun? Also how difficult it might be to modify? I'm new to 3 gun and am borrowing my cousins tricked out Stoeger M3K for now, but need to get my own shotgun eventually. But I've only got a budget of around 1000 bones for a base. Thanks in advance!

9 Comments
2024/09/25
22:20 UTC

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Buddy just shot himself in the foot. We need help with a nickname.

A buddy of mine just accidentally put a 5.56 round through his boot… he’s all well and will make a full recovery in time.

But we need some nicknames to make sure he never forgets it.

43 Comments
2024/09/22
01:49 UTC

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What exactly does no sights mean for shotgun in Limited division?

7.2.4.5 No electronic or optical sights are allowed on shotguns in this division.

Does this literally mean only bead sights allowed?

What about a shotgun with a fiber optic front sight like the A300 Ultima Patrol or Mossberg 940 Pro Tactical?

Cheers

2 Comments
2024/09/19
18:59 UTC

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Parma 3 gun team match

Thought I'd share a highlight reel from my 3 gun team match. Such a blast my team got 13th out 36 overall had some hiccups but learned a ton and will definitely be back!

7 Comments
2024/09/19
04:58 UTC

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