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Originally Posted by Voltaire  Yeah, I was thinking about getting a Glock in 9mm or .45 for personal defense, since I've heard good things about their reliability...but my Navy bud has almost sold me on the 1911. I'm not sure yet, since it would be my first gun.
I personally wish the open carry movement would pick up some steam and some social acceptance...I can only imagine how much crime would be affected if certain elements could actually SEE how many people walking up and down the street are armed. I was wondering if y'all had any thoughts on that? |
If you're looking for a real Combat Pistol, I'd spend good money and get a Kimber or Wilson 1911.(Wilson's are WAY expensive.)
I think the Glock is more of a "Police" pistol but I can't really find a damned thing wrong w/ them except the horrible trigger pull. I have a Glock22 that I put a trigger kit in and when I was done I still had creep and only picked up 1/4 lb. reduction in pull. Still, if I didn't have a 1911, I'd take a Glock into combat anytime.
Glocks are so simple to maintain it's remarkable. And they ARE indestructable. And very accurate. But that damn trigger pull in a stressed up environment causes me to tend to pull my shot. Still, I won't put 'em down. They are great weapons.
If this is your first weapon, and you choose to go w/ a 1911, get some basic training w/ someone who knows 'em. It takes a little above avg. skill to handle them safely. They CAN bite you in the ass if you're not careful. If you are carrying in full battery (cocked and locked) and you're the least bit careless about the status of the safety, and you have the grip safety depressed it takes just a very light tap on the trigger to make it go. They are touchy. Just a heads up.