Upgrading my Vector SMG

[Deanh]

Well after owning my Vector SMG for a couple years I decided it was time to do some 'upgrades'

1st I occassionally use this gun in SMG competitions and the stock sights kinda suck when compared to the new electronic dot sights. So I had Robert (Amphibian) install one of his sight bases on a spare topcover for me. On it I mounted a 7.0MOA Docter red dot sight that I got from Botach I then drilled out the 200M peep on a spare sight so I had a clearer field of vision. This set up is pretty slick and much faster than the irons. I'll post some pictures later.

Next I sent the gun off to Vector to get the semi feed ramp installed. I shoot a lot of hollowpoints through this gun and while I haven't noticed any problems with the SMG ramp in 9MM, I figure it can't hurt. The main reason I had it done is the next thing I did.

I have wanted a small 45ACP SMG for some time, something that was reliable and easy to suppress. I already have a Thompson M1A1 but it would be hard to suppress and already it is pretty heavy. I thought about a Stemple or Grease Gun but decided the UZI would make the best 45ACP SMG, especially to suppress. So I bought the 45ACP kit from Vector.

Well 16rd SMG magazines are stupid. Takes what? Two seconds to empty the magazine. Well I fixed that by ordering a converted 45ACP lower from Chris, I hear it's pretty slick. Now I'll have 30 or 50rd magazines available. I have had some feeding issues with my Federal HP 45ACP ammunition, hopefully the semi feed ramp installed by Vector will fix this Problem.

Next I ordered a custom UZI can from Mark McWillis of TROS He is making the Baracuda in 45ACP for me to use with a 8.5" barrel. I'm having him cut down both my 9MM and 45ACP barrels so I can use the shorter 10.5" can. Obviously with this one can I'll be able to shoot both 45ACP and 9mm, with only a small reduction in suppression while using the 9mm vs a dedicated can.

When everything comes together I hope to have a silent, lead spitting, buzzsaw of destruction in my hands! :uzi

Should be able to knock that steel down with more authority and kick the dirt even higher into the air!

 

[tommygun2000]

Question about Hollow points?

What is it about hollow points that you like that you shoot a lot of them?
If I'm just blasting on a range I find ball ammo just fine.

Not being fecetiuos...I just dont understand why many people use them. I use hollow points in a carry gun but not in my subguns.
Are there specific advantages to using hollow points(other than their normal attributes for tissue disruption)?

Thanks,
--Tom

 

[stickfam]

Deanh

I too wanted a small .45 subgun. I just recently purchased a Stemple 76/45 off of one of the SMG boards with a matching ser# suppressor. That being said, I am still thinking about getting the .45 kit from Vector. I already have the .22 kit for my UZI but still think it would be pretty neat to have all three calibers accessible. I think however, I would spring a little extra for the 16 round mags instead of going the grease gun conversion route. Just my personal opinion, of course. I had my Mac converted to take Sten mags but I think I'll keep everything stock on the UZI. Let us know how that conversion works. I assume you still have to buy the .45 kit from vector and purchase the grip assembly separately, correct?


Stickfam

 

[Deanh]

Why hollowpoints? Well thats what my department issues as practice ammo, so I have a lot of it around. The specific advantage is they are cheap.

Yes I bought the 45ACP kit from Vector and the grip frame from Chris. You only have to pull the pin, take off the 9MM grip, put on the 45ACP grip and reinstall the pin to complete the conversion.

 

[tommygun2000]

Thats a good enough reason for me.

Why hollowpoints? Well thats what my department issues as practice ammo, so I have a lot of it around. The specific advantage is they are cheap.

Yes I bought the 45ACP kit from Vector and the grip frame from Chris. You only have to pull the pin, take off the 9MM grip, put on the 45ACP grip and reinstall the pin to complete the conversion.

Hey if they are for free, they would be for me too. Thanks.
As is wisely said, shoot what you carry...at least sometimes.
I carry hollow points in all carry guns but use ball on the range most of the time.
I just found it a bit odd that many people shoot hollow point bullets at targets. Was wondering if I was missing out on some kind of accuracy or performance.
--Tom