Any pistol shooters?

[ThatRobGuy]

I don't classify myself as a pistol shooter since I prefer rifles, but I do own and shoot pistols. My favorite is the Springfield XD9. I liked my Beretta 92FS before that, but have preferred the Springfield ever since I got it. Fits my hand better, and for me, shoots more accurately.

I have the XDM .45...and you're correct, Springfields are top notch

 

[judylew]

I have the XDM .45...and you're correct, Springfields are top notch

They are, I love it. My next purchase might be a 1911, still trying to decide which one.

 

[ThatRobGuy]

They are, I love it. My next purchase might be a 1911, still trying to decide which one.

For my next purchase, I'm still torn between the Five Seven and the USP Tactical

 

[judylew]

For my next purchase, I'm still torn between the Five Seven and the USP Tactical

Go with the USP. .45 is a common caliber and relatively cheap compared to rounds for the five seven.

 

[ThatRobGuy]

Go with the USP. .45 is a common caliber and relatively cheap compared to rounds for the five seven.

If I didn't already have three .45's, it'd be an easy decision

The website I order my ammo from (cheaperthandirt.com) has the five seven ammo for about $2 more than the 45 ammo so the ammo cost won't be an issue...I just want to get something a little more obscure.

 

[judylew]

If I didn't already have three .45's, it'd be an easy decision

The website I order my ammo from (cheaperthandirt.com) has the five seven ammo for about $2 more than the 45 ammo so the ammo cost won't be an issue...I just want to get something a little more obscure.

Have you tried natchezss.com for ammo? I find they have a much better selection than cheaperthandirt, and better prices for many calibers.

 

[ThatRobGuy]

Have you tried natchezss.com for ammo? I find they have a much better selection than cheaperthandirt, and better prices for many calibers.

Nope, but I'll have to check that out. I've got enough for 4 or 5 more trips to the range so when that runs I'll take a look.

 

[judylew]

Yeah, good stuff. I purchase my .223 from them. I'm glad the prices have come down some, but it's still so expensive to shoot that I don't go as often as I'd like.

 

[drjean]

My favorite? The one in my hand no, really, I prefer a revolver. (Sorry... just not comfortable with automatics...and even less trusting because of when the first Glocks came out whew!) But my real favorite isn't a pistol... it's my shotgun... short barrel, double shot...

 

[ThatRobGuy]

My favorite? The one in my hand no, really, I prefer a revolver. (Sorry... just not comfortable with automatics...and even less trusting because of when the first Glocks came out whew!) But my real favorite isn't a pistol... it's my shotgun... short barrel, double shot...

Revolvers & autos have their pro's & cons...revolvers don't jam up like an auto can...however you have to reload the revolver more often and revolvers that are effective man stoppers can have quite expensive ammo. (Comparing 357 to a .40s&w)

 

[judylew]

Your pistol should only be used to fight your way back to your rifle. ;-)

 

[reddy2011]

Well, in the U.S.A. we get a "bang" out of it!

What country are you in?

Its Incredible India !

 

[ThatRobGuy]

Your pistol should only be used to fight your way back to your rifle. ;-)

Well, that's true if you're in a long range situation.

In a case of a home invasion or something of the sort...I'd prefer to use a pistol.

 

[judylew]

Well, that's true if you're in a long range situation.

In a case of a home invasion or something of the sort...I'd prefer to use a pistol.

I think most infantryman versed in CQB and SWAT teams would disagree. I'd take a high-powered carbine any day of the week over a pistol. xD

 

[Type53]

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[ThatRobGuy]

I think most infantryman versed in CQB and SWAT teams would disagree. I'd take a high-powered carbine any day of the week over a pistol. xD

Yeah...but a SWAT team also has different experience with the hardware...and more expensive hardware than most people could afford.

It's still my stance that if you have a house with a lot of turns in the hallways (like mine), the long gun is going to be a little clumsy and not as easy to maneuver.

Not to mention, unless a home invader is wearing body armor, from 5-10 foot range, a nice .45 is going to get the job done.

 

[ThatRobGuy]

Type53, reporting for duty.

Sig Sauer SP2022 -- .40 S&W
2 Romanian Tokarev TTCs -- 7.62x.25
Polish Radom P-64 -- 9x18
Star Model B -- 9mm
Hi-Point C9 -- 9mm
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Two Smith .38s, a Colt King Cobra .357, and a Ruger Single Six. *Many* rifles and shotguns.
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I guess I'd like a 1911 in .45, but the Star Model B is mighty close.

What are your thoughts on the Hi-Point?

I've heard about a 50/50 split on them.

I've heard people say they haven't had issues, and I've heard the other half say "well, it's only $150...I guess you get what you pay for"

 

[Type53]

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[holingragged]

Hey... I had fired twice pistol... 1 year back... It was a Semi-Automatic Pistol... Beretta model i guess... It was nice experience though...!!!

 

[ThatRobGuy]

Yeah, there seems to be quite a debate regarding Hi-Points. Mine has always performed flawlessly, and is quite accurate. At $150.00, I'm not certain what else it should be expected to do. I think at least *some* of the criticism aimed at it borne out of gun snobbishness, but individual mileage probably varies. I'd add that it has a *transferable* lifetime warranty. If it breaks for any reason, you send it to the factory, and they either fix it or send out a new gun (the latter being more likely). And, it's also made in the States.

What I *really* like is the Hi-Point 995 carbine, which weighs in at about 300 bucks. Again, it performs flawlessly, and is absurdly accurate. Aim it in the general direction of the target, and you'll hit it. It's been justifiably accused of being 'ugly', but it sure delivers. There lots of youtube reviews.

I saw that Fin Feather & Fur (an outdoor sporting goods store that I think is exclusive to here in Ohio) had some of those 9mm pistols on sale for $134.99 in their recent sales flyer and made me think of our discussion here.

I think there low price does attract some people, however, I think they'd do better by making at cheap 1911 model rather than the polymer frame genre. That's where I think they'd really be able to make a dent in the market. Right now, I think their major share of the market is new shooters looking to get something cheap for their first gun.

As it stand right now, the typical price of those hi point pistols is around $150 when they're not on sale, however, Walther P22, Ruger LCP, and S&W Sigma all go for under the $300 mark. An experienced shooter looking at these is still probably going to go with one of the established brands since it's less than $125 price difference.

However, if Hi-Point released a halfway decent looking, metal frame, 1911 model for $400, and then a buyer sees that sitting next to a $900 Sig Sauer or a $1200 Kimber...then a price gap that large might make a person think twice and possibly consider the hi point.

I'm not sure why, but the 1911's seem to always be way overpriced (across the board)...I don't know if it's because of the heritage of the design or what...but if any of the newer gun companies wanted to break into a market, that'd be the one to hit because all of the existing name brands for those are priced through the roof so like I said, if a newer company could release a decent looking one for $400-$500, they'd definitely get some sales.

Heck, even my P238 (which is a very small .380 bi-tone, nothing very special) was over $500!