Looking for a new handgun (9mm) - Page 4

Paul · 01-24-2008

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Originally Posted by Thickburger

i think 3 of them failed at our fighting pistol class last year. one catastrophically failed and fused the slide to the frame. they were all stock 1911s.

plus you have to have the nice, expensive mags so they don't misfeed. and they need to be replaced somewhat often.

i own a Kimber too and i would never carry it.

That disappoints me. That was going to be my next buy. Oh well, i really want an XD

465guy · 01-24-2008

Similar grip angles according to this thread.

http://ingunowners.com/forums/forum6.html

I wouldn't hesitate to buy a 1911 to add to my collection. But I would never carry one over my Glock.

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Originally Posted by Paul

That disappoints me. That was going to be my next buy. Oh well, i really want an XD

Thickburger · 01-24-2008

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Originally Posted by Paul

That disappoints me. That was going to be my next buy. Oh well, i really want an XD

well i'm not trying to discourage anyone from a 1911. just saying that i don't feel it's a reliable carry weapon. again, i own one and like shooting it. i would never have my life depend on it though.

HoosierShooter · 01-24-2008

I have always been a cheap bastard. I have three handguns in 9mm and haven't paid over $250.00 for any of them. I carry a Star Firestar Plus, a little on the heavy side, but I have never had any problems with it. I have a Taurus PT-111 first gen. that currently has a mag release issue and needs to go to the factory for service. My most recent is a Taurus 24/7 and I really like it, no problems so far with 1200-1500 rounds through it. I would eventually like to have a Glock in 9mm also, but I think I'll get the AR first.

65pony · 01-25-2008

If it is durability, accuracy, feel, balance, and value, I would suggest spending the money on an HK. The full size or compact are very good weapons, and since you are looking to carry, go with a used one. They are fairly well priced on Gunbroker.com

I have had several USP's and I loved every one. The .45, .40, and the 9mm are very comfortable to shoot, and are the absolute best built weapons, in my opinion, and are well worth the money.

If you want a 1911 type, HK has the HK45, which is going to be next on my list. That is one to have if you like 45's.

"In a world of compromise, Some Don't"

esrice · 01-26-2008

Firearms, Guns, Rifles. Grain Valley, Missouri. - he does some good deals on used H&Ks.

USP Compact in .40 for $475 with 2 mags and no box.

465guy · 01-26-2008

I wouldn't want to be cheap with my carry gun.

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Originally Posted by HoosierShooter

I have always been a cheap bastard. I have three handguns in 9mm and haven't paid over $250.00 for any of them.

WHITE_WOLFE · 01-27-2008

I had a Glock 19 for 14 years and I never had a problem one problem with it. I dont have it anymore, but I am thinking about buying one again.

I now carry a XD.

Glock 21 Torture Test - Theprepared.com

indyninja · 01-27-2008

love that torture test

zinx · 01-28-2008

I think i'm straying from a carry weapon and looking more for one that is accurate and fun to shoot at the range but with some personal home protection qualities.

01-25-2008	#35 (permalink)
65pony Plinker Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 3	Heckler & Koch If it is durability, accuracy, feel, balance, and value, I would suggest spending the money on an HK. The full size or compact are very good weapons, and since you are looking to carry, go with a used one. They are fairly well priced on Gunbroker.com I have had several USP's and I loved every one. The .45, .40, and the 9mm are very comfortable to shoot, and are the absolute best built weapons, in my opinion, and are well worth the money. If you want a 1911 type, HK has the HK45, which is going to be next on my list. That is one to have if you like 45's. "In a world of compromise, Some Don't"

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WHITE_WOLFE Gun Onio-maniac Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 275	I had a Glock 19 for 14 years and I never had a problem one problem with it. I dont have it anymore, but I am thinking about buying one again. I now carry a XD. Glock 21 Torture Test - Theprepared.com __________________ In God We Trust............everyone else keep your hands where I can see em!!!

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indyninja been working out Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 637	love that torture test __________________

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01-24-2008	#34 (permalink)
HoosierShooter Plinker Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 27	I have always been a cheap bastard. I have three handguns in 9mm and haven't paid over $250.00 for any of them. I carry a Star Firestar Plus, a little on the heavy side, but I have never had any problems with it. I have a Taurus PT-111 first gen. that currently has a mag release issue and needs to go to the factory for service. My most recent is a Taurus 24/7 and I really like it, no problems so far with 1200-1500 rounds through it. I would eventually like to have a Glock in 9mm also, but I think I'll get the AR first.

01-26-2008	#36 (permalink)
esrice INGO Greeter Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Southside, Indianapolis Posts: 1,668	Firearms, Guns, Rifles. Grain Valley, Missouri. - he does some good deals on used H&Ks. USP Compact in .40 for $475 with 2 mags and no box.

01-28-2008	#40 (permalink)
zinx Plinker Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 14	I think i'm straying from a carry weapon and looking more for one that is accurate and fun to shoot at the range but with some personal home protection qualities.