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8.1HD/ALLISON Senior Enthusiast

8.1HD/ALLISON

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+1 on the GLOCK 19. Also one I haven't seen mentioned is the Taurus PT111 G2 9MM. I know they have a bad rap lately, but I have one with numerous rounds through and love it. It is slightly smaller and easier to conceal than the GLOCK. Don't go cheap on holsters. Aliengear makes great stuff. I also have some Galco leather, and Desantis. You get what you pay for. Inform yourself and be safe. I will also say when you first start to carry, you will feel like you have a flashing billboard on your back that says "I have a gun!!" but as time goes on it will fade and you will start to feel like you are missing something when you don't carry.

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Jon Stapel Enthusiast

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What the hell is a first class city? Just a large one?

A first class city in pa is defined as a population of 1 million or greater. Only Philadelphia qualifies.

 

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Late to the party..... but... I highly recommend the Smith & Wesson M&P 9c. It's been the most reliable, easy shooting, accurate, easy to learn, and easily maintained gun we've owned. It's been a great fit for both me & my husband. It fits my hands nicely..... (women tend to have problems finding guns that fit our small hands). It's not a CC gun for either of us due to its overall size.... however .... it would be a nice CC gun if you could fit it into your stature/wardrobe.

 

In my opinion.... If you've never owned or shot guns before..... the smaller cc type guns aren't the best to learn from. Between the 'less accurate' and 'more recoil' - they're just not as fun to shoot with. You've gotta make the first learning experiences FUN or else you won't be interested in it.

 

Once you get the basics and have some fun - venture into the CC world and smaller guns. But understand ...those smaller CC type guns were made for one reason..SELF DEFENSE. They're not meant to take to the range and shoot 100 rounds out of. ;)

Chris Senior Enthusiast

Chris

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I wish i would have got my Sig P229 before i got the 1911

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Truckin 55 Enthusiast

Truckin 55

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Checked out a few Pistols at a Gun Shop and a S&W MP 9MM was my favorite. Not familiar with Semi Autos so ordered a Taurus 38+P and pick it Friday or Saturday. Very sure will be getting a S&W MP and Range membership

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crafferty Senior Enthusiast

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My first pistol purchase was used Springfield XDM 4.5" 9mm that I bought from one of my best friends. It was a great gun but I am happy it has since been replaced by my Glock 19.

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BlackZ71Silverado Senior Enthusiast

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Those Springfield XDM's are nice pistols, XD line as well but it's hard to beat a good ole' Glock 19. It was my first ever duty weapon & I still carry one in my concealed carry rotation. Perfect size pistol IMO.

 

 

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Spurshot Senior Enthusiast

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Call me old fashion, but I can't get comfortable with an 'always cocked' over a live round, striker type Gun, regardless of make. I prefer either a straight single action like the 1911, a DA/SA (Sig, Beretta, etc), or a DA revolver. I realize each of those designs have their demons, but I'm more comfortable with them.

MikeNH Senior Enthusiast

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Call me old fashion, but I can't get comfortable with an 'always cocked' over a live round, striker type Gun, regardless of make. I prefer either a straight single action like the 1911, a DA/SA (Sig, Beretta, etc), or a DA revolver. I realize each of those designs have their demons, but I'm more comfortable with them.

 

How is a 1911 (when properly carried anyhow) not cocked over a live round?

Chris Senior Enthusiast

Chris

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How is a 1911 (when properly carried anyhow) not cocked over a live round?

Ill guess at half cocked position
BlackZ71Silverado Senior Enthusiast

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Call me old fashion, but I can't get comfortable with an 'always cocked' over a live round, striker type Gun, regardless of make. I prefer either a straight single action like the 1911, a DA/SA (Sig, Beretta, etc), or a DA revolver. I realize each of those designs have their demons, but I'm more comfortable with them.

 

The 1911 is NOT a single action only pistol. A 1911 is just like any other pistol with an external hammer when loaded. The hammer is hanging over a live round, just like a striker fired pistol with a round in the chamber, you don't seem to know the difference between double action, double action only, and single action.

 

Single action only........That means each time you wish to fire a round, you must manually cock the hammer. The 1911 is a double action design, just like any other make of pistol you mention in your post. Each time you fire a round, the slide actually cocks the hammer for you. You seem confused about firearms, do some reading and research, educate yourself on firearms, you will see there is nothing to be afraid of or uncomfortable with.

 

Carrying an unloaded concealed weapon will do you no good if you ever need it. There is no time to draw the pistol, rack the slide, and then react. By the time all of that happens, it's far too late, you or your loved ones will already be a victim.

A striker fired pistol such as a Glock can not fire unless the trigger is fully depressed, it can't happen. There is nothing to be scared of carrying a pistol in the proper condition.

MikeNH Senior Enthusiast

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I've never heard of the 1911 being referred to as double action. Double action means the trigger cocks and releases the hammer. 1911s don't do that. You must cock the hammer the first time. Any listing of pistols will show the 1911 as SAO. My P220 which is similar is specifically labeled SAO by Sig.

Spurshot Senior Enthusiast

Spurshot

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You guys may have better/more experience than I or maybe you're just hanging on semantics. I'm just an old guy that gunsmithed for a half dozen shops in L.A.. I worked on anything. I don't know how many 1911s I've modified and fixed, nor how many other brands came across my bench. I bet I could assemble a 1911 (not a field strip) in a dark room. A 1911 has a real sear blocking safety as well as a trigger block grip safety. It's been more than 20 years since I smithed. I guess I'm just not up to date. I still prefer a 1911 design to striker fired gun. My choice. Clearly nothing wrong with all those striker fired guns. I'm just not comfortable with them. Again, my choice.

 

BTW, I have a Glock 22 40 S&W around here somewhere.

Chris Senior Enthusiast

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You guys may have better/more experience than I or maybe you're just hanging on semantics. I'm just an old guy that gunsmithed for a half dozen shops in L.A.. I worked on anything. I don't know how many 1911s I've modified and fixed, nor how many other brands came across my bench. I bet I could assemble a 1911 (not a field strip) in a dark room. A 1911 has a real sear blocking safety as well as a trigger block grip safety. It's been more than 20 years since I smithed. I guess I'm just not up to date. I still prefer a 1911 design to striker fired gun. My choice. Clearly nothing wrong with all those striker fired guns. I'm just not comfortable with them. Again, my choice.

 

BTW, I have a Glock 22 40 S&W around here somewhere.

I prefer a hammer over striker. One reason i went with my Sig
sti Enthusiast

sti

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You guys may have better/more experience than I or maybe you're just hanging on semantics. I'm just an old guy that gunsmithed for a half dozen shops in L.A.. I worked on anything. I don't know how many 1911s I've modified and fixed, nor how many other brands came across my bench. I bet I could assemble a 1911 (not a field strip) in a dark room. A 1911 has a real sear blocking safety as well as a trigger block grip safety. It's been more than 20 years since I smithed. I guess I'm just not up to date. I still prefer a 1911 design to striker fired gun. My choice. Clearly nothing wrong with all those striker fired guns. I'm just not comfortable with them. Again, my choice.

 

BTW, I have a Glock 22 40 S&W around here somewhere.

You were correct. A 1911 is single action.

 

 

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