Gator4838 Posted November 26, 2019 at 01:25 AM Share Posted November 26, 2019 at 01:25 AM S\w,sig,glock,ruger,and many more I have.I am a striker fired polymer pistol guy.primarily, only guns I have the option of carrying. mostly sub-compact to compact.not interested in the 1911 platform.for my next purchase,I have been looking hard at heckler&koch,and u.s.a.made kimber.berreta is also a consideration in either 45 acp or 9mm.all three make some really nice guns.obviously,none are cheap,and I'm trying to nail it down to a few to chose from.any thoughts out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyP Posted November 26, 2019 at 01:33 AM Share Posted November 26, 2019 at 01:33 AM Springfield Hellcat and Sig P365 come to mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gator4838 Posted November 26, 2019 at 01:46 AM Author Share Posted November 26, 2019 at 01:46 AM Springfield Hellcat and Sig P365 come to mind.thanks randy,I just bought a 365 and I have a xd45.both,great guns.I thought about the hellcat,but i think I want to go a different direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WitchDoctor Posted November 26, 2019 at 01:54 AM Share Posted November 26, 2019 at 01:54 AM I have loved the Sig Sauer line of pistols. I carried a P229 in the later part of my Army career. I still have one and it is my carry gun (OWB) and the Glock 43 in my pocket. H.K., Kimber and Beretta all make great weapons too.I am buying Leggos and a Playstation. Maybe I will get Splat and See targets if I have not been too naughty.Enjoy your hunt for the next... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gator4838 Posted November 26, 2019 at 02:21 AM Author Share Posted November 26, 2019 at 02:21 AM I have loved the Sig Sauer line of pistols. I carried a P229 in the later part of my Army career. I still have one and it is my carry gun (OWB) and the Glock 43 in my pocket. H.K., Kimber and Beretta all make great weapons too.I am buying Leggos and a Playstation. Maybe I will get Splat and See targets if I have not been too naughty.Enjoy your hunt for the next...wd,I just cannot praise Sig Sauer enough.I often stare and drool over their line of firearms.their 1911,s are works of art.if a new conceal carry guy on a budget asked me what to buy,I would recommend a 9mm shield.if they had a few bucks,the p365 is the ultimate conceal\carry handgun in my opinion,though I have not handled the hellcat.having said that,the hunt goes on for something different. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRJ Posted November 26, 2019 at 02:38 AM Share Posted November 26, 2019 at 02:38 AM I've enjoyed the S&W Shield, HK USP 9 Compact, VP9, and Sig P320RX compact. I sold off a Beretta PX4, Glock 43, and a Sig P290RS. My want list includes a HK P30 and HK P7. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundguy Posted November 26, 2019 at 03:34 AM Share Posted November 26, 2019 at 03:34 AM Go for something really classic: FN/Browning High PowerSFS System for hammer down cocked & locked carryAlloy Frame from the ‘80sDetective short slide if you can find oneBuffered Recoil Spring Guide Rod15 + 1 capacity (or 10/13+1 if you prefer)Super easy to work on Also comes in .40 (I have two of those).22 kits available I have 9 High Powers ranging from 1943 to 2004Almost all parts are interchangeable All parts are easily available Upgrades and improvements are in the works for the near future I carry an FN Alloy frame (1981) with an FM Detective slide (1995?)It is smaller and lighter than my CZ 75 P-01Trigger pull is a very short and crisp 4.6#sAbsolutely 100% reliable and a joy to shoot You’ll never look back! If you are looking for a new pistol, Tisas (Turkey) makes the BR9 in Black Ceracote or stainless steel. I have the SS version. Look for sales at Brownell’s. It is an excellent copy of the High Power. There are a few parts you will want to replace at some point... neither the pistol or parts will cost a fortune. If you look around you will likely find a good deal on a real Belgian made HP. This year I acquired 3 for an average of $600 per... each unique and each a reliable shooter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gator4838 Posted November 26, 2019 at 03:47 AM Author Share Posted November 26, 2019 at 03:47 AM Go for something really classic:FN/Browning High PowerSFS System for hammer down cocked & locked carryAlloy Frame from the ‘80sDetective short slide if you can find oneBuffered Recoil Spring Guide Rod15 + 1 capacity (or 10/13+1 if you prefer)Super easy to work onAlso comes in .40 (I have two of those).22 kits available I have 9 High Powers ranging from 1943 to 2004Almost all parts are interchangeable All parts are easily available Upgrades and improvements are in the works for the near future I carry an FN Alloy frame (1981) with an FM Detective slide (1995?)It is smaller and lighter than my CZ 75 P-01Trigger pull is a very short and crisp 4.6#sAbsolutely 100% reliable and a joy to shootYou’ll never look back!If you are looking for a new pistol, Tisas (Turkey) makes the BR9 in Black Ceracote or stainless steel. I have the SS version. Look for sales at Brownell’s. It is an excellent copy of the High Power. There are a few parts you will want to replace at some point... neither the pistol or parts will cost a fortune. If you look around you will likely find a good deal on a real Belgian made HP. This year I acquired 3 for an average of $600 per... each unique and each a reliable shooter.ahhh,cz and fn.ceracote finish,yes.oh,I failed to mention price range in the $5-$7 range. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyP Posted November 26, 2019 at 04:29 AM Share Posted November 26, 2019 at 04:29 AM In that budget range? Everybody makes a great polymer pistol IMHO. Stop by a gun shop with a large inventory and buy one. If you're ever in Plainfield, IL I highly recommend the vast inventory carried by MegaSports. If they don't carry it, you probably wouldn't want it.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billm1911 Posted November 26, 2019 at 02:31 PM Share Posted November 26, 2019 at 02:31 PM cz p10c. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS1 Posted November 26, 2019 at 06:50 PM Share Posted November 26, 2019 at 06:50 PM FNS9 Compact. Sig P229 is my new favorite 9mm compact but the FNS9C is still my favorite striker fired 9mm compact. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiliconSorcerer Posted November 26, 2019 at 07:19 PM Share Posted November 26, 2019 at 07:19 PM In that budget range? Everybody makes a great polymer pistol IMHO. Stop by a gun shop with a large inventory and buy one. If you're ever in Plainfield, IL I highly recommend the vast inventory carried by MegaSports. If they don't carry it, you probably wouldn't want it.. Does anyone make an expensive polymer? Other then a five-seven? It's plastic... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raw Power Posted November 27, 2019 at 02:25 PM Share Posted November 27, 2019 at 02:25 PM Sig P320. Give you easy access to multiple calibers and barrel lengths in one package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiliconSorcerer Posted November 27, 2019 at 02:37 PM Share Posted November 27, 2019 at 02:37 PM If you get a Sig P229, it can be 40, 357 Sig, 9mm, and 22.... But it's not plastic or a striker fired. (nor cheap) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundguy Posted November 27, 2019 at 03:23 PM Share Posted November 27, 2019 at 03:23 PM If you get a Sig P229, it can be 40, 357 Sig, 9mm, and 22.... But it's not plastic or a striker fired. (nor cheap) You get what you pay for...I suspect there will never be a functioning and usable 100 year old plastic frame pistol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyP Posted November 27, 2019 at 03:49 PM Share Posted November 27, 2019 at 03:49 PM "I suspect there will never be a functioning and usable 100 year old plastic frame pistol" OR owner/shooter - lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmagloo Posted November 27, 2019 at 04:14 PM Share Posted November 27, 2019 at 04:14 PM How about a Wilson Combat? I've also been looking at a stainless Kimber Raptor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MagSlap Posted November 27, 2019 at 04:38 PM Share Posted November 27, 2019 at 04:38 PM If you get a Sig P229, it can be 40, 357 Sig, 9mm, and 22.... But it's not plastic or a striker fired. (nor cheap) You get what you pay for...I suspect there will never be a functioning and usable 100 year old plastic frame pistol.Just 3D print a new frame... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundguy Posted November 27, 2019 at 04:45 PM Share Posted November 27, 2019 at 04:45 PM "I suspect there will never be a functioning and usable 100 year old plastic frame pistol" OR owner/shooter - lol I plan on and fully expect to shoot my 'centenarian' handguns on my 100th birthday in 2056... -1918 Colt Police Positive Special -1943 FN High Power... as long as target shooting is something people are still allowed to do! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckydawg13 Posted November 27, 2019 at 09:25 PM Share Posted November 27, 2019 at 09:25 PM Ill be along side you with my 1911 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WitchDoctor Posted November 27, 2019 at 09:50 PM Share Posted November 27, 2019 at 09:50 PM How about a Wilson Combat? I've also been looking at a stainless Kimber Raptor. When I left Federal Service an old buddy of mine asked what I would include in any dream gun I could want or have.I told him:Wilson Commander CQB in .45Heavy melt jobBlack Armor Tuff with silver controlsNo FCSMagwellWilson nite sightsStippled pistol grip and 40 lines of checkering wherever possibleAnd, Airborne etched into the body.Wilson's can take up to 18 months to build. 2 months later I got a call from my FFL saying he got a package from Berryville, Ark.Those boys ponied up for a 4k WC for me.I still like my 229 the best! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmagloo Posted November 27, 2019 at 10:12 PM Share Posted November 27, 2019 at 10:12 PM How about a Wilson Combat? I've also been looking at a stainless Kimber Raptor. When I left Federal Service an old buddy of mine asked what I would include in any dream gun I could want or have.I told him:Wilson Commander CQB in .45Heavy melt jobBlack Armor Tuff with silver controlsNo FCSMagwellWilson nite sightsStippled pistol grip and 40 lines of checkering wherever possibleAnd, Airborne etched into the body.Wilson's can take up to 18 months to build. 2 months later I got a call from my FFL saying he got a package from Berryville, Ark.Those boys ponied up for a 4k WC for me.I still like my 229 the best! Nice friends! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiliconSorcerer Posted December 2, 2019 at 10:57 PM Share Posted December 2, 2019 at 10:57 PM "I suspect there will never be a functioning and usable 100 year old plastic frame pistol" OR owner/shooter - lol I plan on and fully expect to shoot my 'centenarian' handguns on my 100th birthday in 2056... -1918 Colt Police Positive Special -1943 FN High Power... as long as target shooting is something people are still allowed to do! In cartridge I still have a 1875 I shoot occasionally, not collector grade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfcreek Posted December 3, 2019 at 11:57 AM Share Posted December 3, 2019 at 11:57 AM Springfield Armory "Saint" Pistol 5.56 30 round magazine.Why waltz...............When you can rock and roll ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cybermgk Posted December 3, 2019 at 07:58 PM Share Posted December 3, 2019 at 07:58 PM Walther PPS M2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NakPPI Posted December 4, 2019 at 11:26 PM Share Posted December 4, 2019 at 11:26 PM The correct answer is a CZ or anything from IWI. We can lock the thread now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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