a handgun that you would buy another of

I only have 2 dupicates in my collection.

A SCCY 9MM Generaton 2 CB I got for $250.00 off GB and a second one NIB in stainless for $160 mainly because it was a lucky bid. Just got these this month.
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The other are 2 stainless Marlin 45-70 Guide Guns. The first I paid $700 NIB for then the 2nd used at a guns store for $168. It needed an extractor which I had when I replaced the first one with a bear proof.

I love guns.
 
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I have always believed in the " One is none; two is one" philosophy for guns.
Glocks, J frames, 1911's, AR's, Ak's, H&K's and Mossbergs all seem to enjoy
company at my house. :D
 
I like my SP101 so much I want another in 22LR (the nice new 8 shot model) and I like my glock19 so much that I will be adding a glock21 to the stable soon too. Obviously those aren't exact duplicates but that is as close as I will get besides carry guns.
 
I love my Sigs enough to buy another of each, for sure. The problem is that there are so many others I want to get first.

I will eventually get another P229 in 9mm, just a matter of time and financial priorities; if I ever have to send one for repairs I'll still have my primary pistol at hand.
 
For casual shooting, I can't imagine buying an identical gun. I have a hard time convincing my wife that I need a new gun because it fills a need. Buying an identical gun just won't fly plus, variety is the spice of life.
 
If I ever find one in my price range, I would definetely grab another Beretta 8045 Cougar. Problem is, in good to very good condition, they tend to run around $500-$600 used, but eventually a deal will come along if I'm patient.

I did have two SR9's with Viridian lasers for a while, but I found myself only taking one to the range all the time so I ended up trading my black/stainless version for a brand new SIG Sauer P229/40. A good trade IMO. :D
 
I wouldnt want two of the same guns unless my wife wanted the same one i carry. Or I bought them buy one get one free....lol. If i liked a gun very much i would buy spare parts for it, knowing im gonna shoot it alot and might wear it out. I guess if you are in the wild west it would be a must. I do own two AK's but they are different brands and have different accesories.
 
Ruger MK-II .22 with a 5" blued bull barrel. Great gun for cheap shooting and sometimes you just need to let the other guns barrel cool off. :)

Its a really well balanced gun, it fits my hand perfectly and feels right every time you pull it up to shoot. A lot of fun in cheap gun.
 
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Not quite the same, but I do own a Ruger Mark II and Ruger Mark III. They essentially fill the same role, but here's my reasoning behind the pair.

1. Mainly I wanted a 2nd .22 pistol for when I brought a guest shooting. You can only go through so much centerfire before feeling your wallet get lighter. A pair of .22's lets us both keep shooting and I don't mind picking up the tab. Additionally, they're similar enough that you can "compete" without feeling like one person has the better gun.

2. I was curious to see if there really was that much of a difference between the Mark II and the Mark III as what some of the forumites would have you believe (Hint: There isn't).

3. I lightened the trigger on one of them significantly. Now I have the option between a 2lb or 4lb depending on what my mood is. Sometimes I do want the heavier trigger, particularly if I'm working with a new shooter.

4. I really, really liked the Mark III I had and the Mark II came up at the right price.
 
All my old western heros of the 50's and 60's were two gun men!..you'd get a bit of a list toting a 7 1/2" Colt on one side, and a little storekeeper Lightning on the other!
 
For those who don't understand having multiples of a single type/model of handgun, all I can say is to keep looking. Keep looking for those guns you truly love and can shoot well.

The four S&W Model 39's I have are for several reasons. It was the first model I ever bought new and it's dead-nuts reliable. They're attractive, fast handling and relatively lightweight even loaded to 9 rounds. This allows me to standardize on a good single 9mm platform, magazines that fit all the guns, same ammo and the same holsters.

In a similar vein I've done this with the 1911. Only one is a 9mm, the rest are .45 ACP. Most holsters fit all the 1911's, mag carriers are the same, etc.

I've also done it with wheelguns, like the .38 K-Frames below.
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These are K-38 based revolvers with adjustable sights. All use the same loaders and holsters (except the 2"), shoot the same and I can carve the 10-ring out of a target up to 25 yards with them. Whether they're .38's or .357's, the feel in the hand is the same and shooting them doesn't require a change of technique.

Consider this too... when taking a trip, alone or with your spouse (or significant other) you need only one type of ammo, one set of loaders/mags, holsters can be shared/swapped, and both people know how to use the other's weapon.

The same can be said for home. His & hers 9mm Beretta 92's mean common ammo and magazines, perhaps common tac lights or lasers on them. Does not matter whose gun you grab it works the same.
 
I'd say the Ruger Security Six. One of the most beautiful revolvers I've ever seen, held,and used.

Beyond having two copies of a beautiful gun, I need one to call my own. My wife stole my current one....
 
Bill i was referring to myself ....I am fascinated by glocks, technically and aesthetically nothing special yet i keep accumulating them. I think its a sign that Ive come full circle and like you said I know the gun that fits me
 
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