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New to the forum here so first of all Hello from Michigan. Just purchased an SOLO STS Saturday despite all the negative reviews. There were also enough positive reviews and I spent a lot of time studying the issues.
First thing I did when I got home was break the gun down and really looked it over closely. After studying the gun I could see what might be causing so many problems. Tight springs, difficult to completely pull back slide, the way the last rounds fit into the magazine. Believe me I think I have been to every forum and have read every issue and recommendations. I remember when I bought my Beretta PX4 Storm Compact I had unbelievable bad results my first time out. Read a lot of bad mouthing about the Storm. Until one guy mentioned that because of the springs and tolerances it did not like 115 gr ammo. I tried 124 gr. ammo and so far 2000+ rounds not an incident.
After looking at my SOLO I understood the manufactures recommendations and just double checked and understood the mechanics and requirements of the gun.
With anxiety!!!! I took her to the range. 100+ rounds 125gr Blazer Brass and Remington jhp 124 and not a singe incident. Perfect!!!! to my relief.
I am happy and confident. I will however, take her to the range 1 more time...just because I want a repeat performance.
Overall, I think this is an absolutely fabulous pistol. Felt great, recoil to me was comfortable, accuracy like my PX4 just spot on.
I have to give this gun a 9.75. Because I understand the nuances. However, the .25 is lost in the mag. The last two rounds sometimes need to be tinkered with to seat properly.
But for now...I am a very happy camper. Will keep you posted.
Tony
First thing I did when I got home was break the gun down and really looked it over closely. After studying the gun I could see what might be causing so many problems. Tight springs, difficult to completely pull back slide, the way the last rounds fit into the magazine. Believe me I think I have been to every forum and have read every issue and recommendations. I remember when I bought my Beretta PX4 Storm Compact I had unbelievable bad results my first time out. Read a lot of bad mouthing about the Storm. Until one guy mentioned that because of the springs and tolerances it did not like 115 gr ammo. I tried 124 gr. ammo and so far 2000+ rounds not an incident.
After looking at my SOLO I understood the manufactures recommendations and just double checked and understood the mechanics and requirements of the gun.
With anxiety!!!! I took her to the range. 100+ rounds 125gr Blazer Brass and Remington jhp 124 and not a singe incident. Perfect!!!! to my relief.
I am happy and confident. I will however, take her to the range 1 more time...just because I want a repeat performance.
Overall, I think this is an absolutely fabulous pistol. Felt great, recoil to me was comfortable, accuracy like my PX4 just spot on.
I have to give this gun a 9.75. Because I understand the nuances. However, the .25 is lost in the mag. The last two rounds sometimes need to be tinkered with to seat properly.
But for now...I am a very happy camper. Will keep you posted.
Tony
