The Best Pistol Setup For Competition Shooting
Much of what you choose to run on your competition pistol will come down to preference. However, there are some features we think every sport shooter should consider for their handgun to increase shootability and achieve peak performance.
Match-Grade Barrel
Swapping the factory barrel for a match-grade barrel is perhaps the most meaningful modification you can make when starting your competition build. This simple upgrade improves the base accuracy of your handgun so that all subsequent accessories and attachments function as intended, to fine-tune your pistol's precision.
Competition Trigger
As the primary interface between the shooter and the firearm, the trigger is the next part you should replace. A quality competition trigger affords a smoother takeup and a shorter reset for rapid follow-up shots. You can also browse different options to find your preferred trigger weight, making for an all-around more intuitive shooting experience.
Flared Magwell
Efficient reloads are an essential part of competition shooting. Consequently, most shooters add a flared magwell to their pistol because it mitigates the risk of fumbling with a fresh magazine as you guide it into the gun. Flared magwells do add bulk to the grip, but concealment is not a primary concern for the majority of shooting sports.
Strike Industries G5-MAGWELL-19 Flared Magwell Black Polymer for Glock 19 & 23
High-Visibility Sighting System
Whether you run irons or prefer red dot optics, selecting a high-visibility sighting system is crucial for quick and consistent target acquisition - even during long shoot days. Traditional shooters often upgrade to fiber optic three-dot setups, whereas fans of red dots are shifting towards models with automatic brightness settings that adjust to available ambient light so the dot is always easy to find.
Swampfox Sentinel 1x16 Micro Red Dot - Auto Brightness - SNL00116-RD
Compensator
A compensator reduces muzzle flip and helps keep the gun on target, which is especially important when firing multiple shots in rapid succession. Additionally, compensators offer the tertiary benefit of controlling recoil for smoother transitions between targets so you can complete each course of fire more quickly.
Sylvan Arms Tirade 9mm Aluminum Compensator For Glock Pistols and Other Pistols With 1/2X28 Thread Pattern - SAGC9
Pistols That Are Competition-Ready Right Out Of The Box
Several manufacturers offer competition models of their most popular handguns. For example, the CZ 75 Tactical Sport ships with many of the above features and is ready to shoot a competition right out of the box. Watch our video to see this incredible pistol in action!
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