Essential 3-Gun Gear with Chris Cheng

Published on September 9, 2015
Duration: 35:22

This guide details essential modifications and techniques for 3-Gun competition firearms, drawing from the expertise of Chris Cheng, a Top Shot Season 4 Champion. It covers pistol, rifle, and shotgun setups, focusing on reliability, speed, and capacity enhancements like extended magazines and modified loading gates. The guide also emphasizes the importance of practice and proper firearm fitting for optimal performance in high-round-count matches.

Quick Summary

3-Gun competition requires a pistol, rifle, and shotgun, with high round counts demanding extreme reliability. Modifications like slide lightening, extended magazines (e.g., Taran Tactical Innovations), and opened shotgun loading gates enhance speed. Chris Cheng, a Top Shot champion, emphasizes testing gear with at least 1,000 rounds and practicing techniques like 'load four' for faster reloads.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to 3-Gun Gear
  2. 02:49The Intensity of 3-Gun Competition
  3. 04:44Modified Glock 34 for Competition
  4. 08:21Magazine Extensions and Capacity
  5. 09:43Holding Precision Wraith AR-15
  6. 13:34Benelli M2 Shotgun Modifications
  7. 18:15Shooting Demonstrations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the essential firearms for 3-Gun competition?

3-Gun competition typically requires a pistol, a rifle, and a shotgun. While beginners can start with standard models like a Glock 34, AR-15, and Remington 870, competitive shooters often use highly modified 'race guns' for enhanced performance and reliability.

How can I improve my pistol's performance in 3-Gun?

For pistols like the Glock 34, modifications such as slide lightening, trigger jobs, and high-visibility sights can improve speed and accuracy. Adding a weapon light like the Surefire X300 Ultra aids in muzzle control, and TTI magazine extensions increase capacity for faster reloads.

What modifications are crucial for a 3-Gun shotgun?

Key shotgun modifications for 3-Gun include a lightened bolt for faster cycling, an extended magazine tube (like Nordic Components), and crucially, an opened loading gate to facilitate rapid reloads such as the 'load four' technique. Proper gun fitting is also vital.

Why is reliability so important in 3-Gun?

3-Gun matches involve very high round counts, often exceeding 150 rounds per firearm type. This intense usage 'weeds out the weak' gear, making reliability paramount. Shooters typically put at least 1,000 rounds through new firearms to ensure they can withstand the demands of competition.

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