Get out and shoot is what I suspect 99% of your will say, so let me be the first to say it. I already have plans to make it to the range several times over the course of the next two weeks to get some rounds through my new 9mm P226. I've done a few searches, but still have a couple of questions on where to go from here, especially before my first range visit.
1) Clean the gun before first use? Some suggest to, some suggest not to. It came dripping with oil, most of which I wiped off to avoid getting everywhere and gunking up the gun. Better to just let things break in first or to insure the gun is free of debris from the manufacturer?
2) On the above subject, which cleaning kit to purchase? I know that cleaning kits are often not the best way to go, as they contain several items that you don't necessarily need / aren't the best quality, but for now, I'd just like something simple and complete. It seems like the M-Pro 7 products are commonly used and they have a kit on Amazon that isn't too much (http://www.amazon.com/Hoppes-M-Pro-...DHBS/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1329694793&sr=8-2). Worth picking up? Something else I should look into?
3) For those of us unfortunate enough to wear glasses, are additional safety glasses required at most ranges? While, like most glasses, mine don't wrap around or look like they're from the 70's, they are made of Trivex (over 10x more impact resistant than polycarb) and are generally considered enough for most chemical labs I'm in. Is eye protection a personal decision or are there typically range requirements?
4) Any additional accessories I should be looking at? I picked up a pair of Peltor SV Tactical Pro's and I'm currently trying to find a nice range bag and holster (thinking this http://www.amazon.com/Uncle-Mikes-D...TF8&coliid=I33P8PILDD7CQW&colid=2JJ5W1GRTOAPE and the standard Sig holster).
Any other tips or suggestions? I'm sure I'm missing a few things or overlooked a couple of useful pointers. Thanks.
1) Clean the gun before first use? Some suggest to, some suggest not to. It came dripping with oil, most of which I wiped off to avoid getting everywhere and gunking up the gun. Better to just let things break in first or to insure the gun is free of debris from the manufacturer?
2) On the above subject, which cleaning kit to purchase? I know that cleaning kits are often not the best way to go, as they contain several items that you don't necessarily need / aren't the best quality, but for now, I'd just like something simple and complete. It seems like the M-Pro 7 products are commonly used and they have a kit on Amazon that isn't too much (http://www.amazon.com/Hoppes-M-Pro-...DHBS/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1329694793&sr=8-2). Worth picking up? Something else I should look into?
3) For those of us unfortunate enough to wear glasses, are additional safety glasses required at most ranges? While, like most glasses, mine don't wrap around or look like they're from the 70's, they are made of Trivex (over 10x more impact resistant than polycarb) and are generally considered enough for most chemical labs I'm in. Is eye protection a personal decision or are there typically range requirements?
4) Any additional accessories I should be looking at? I picked up a pair of Peltor SV Tactical Pro's and I'm currently trying to find a nice range bag and holster (thinking this http://www.amazon.com/Uncle-Mikes-D...TF8&coliid=I33P8PILDD7CQW&colid=2JJ5W1GRTOAPE and the standard Sig holster).
Any other tips or suggestions? I'm sure I'm missing a few things or overlooked a couple of useful pointers. Thanks.