Best .40auto to get?
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I will be the oddball
Beretta 96G Brigadier Elite II
WHY?!?!
1) Dead accurate, target grade accuracy.
2) Massive Brigadier slide, recoils like a 9mm.
3) Match grade-like DA/SA trigger.
4) Unmatched reliability w/the biggest ejection port to be had.
5) The 2mm reduced grip makes a huge difference.
6) And... Just looks awesome compared to "plastic" pistols.
Seriously though, I also do recommend the USP40 & G23. Owned both and they're great guns. Also, the SigPro is a fantastic gun which every bit as good as the HK or Glock (if not better). JMHO, Bob.
Beretta 96G Brigadier Elite II
WHY?!?!
1) Dead accurate, target grade accuracy.
2) Massive Brigadier slide, recoils like a 9mm.
3) Match grade-like DA/SA trigger.
4) Unmatched reliability w/the biggest ejection port to be had.
5) The 2mm reduced grip makes a huge difference.
6) And... Just looks awesome compared to "plastic" pistols.
Seriously though, I also do recommend the USP40 & G23. Owned both and they're great guns. Also, the SigPro is a fantastic gun which every bit as good as the HK or Glock (if not better). JMHO, Bob.
glockgazda
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One for each category.
Kahr MK-40 for sub sub compact.
Glock 27 for sub compact (and overall).
Glock 23 for compact.
Sig P229 Sport for full size.
Kahr MK-40 for sub sub compact.
Glock 27 for sub compact (and overall).
Glock 23 for compact.
Sig P229 Sport for full size.
brianidaho
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If you're looking for value in a .40, take a look at the Witness. Available in full size or compact, for about $279. Real steel frame, accurate, mild recoil, and good, SA trigger if you carry condition 1.
I'd really like a good 1911 style in .40, but thats a toy for another day (and paycheck).
Bri
I'd really like a good 1911 style in .40, but thats a toy for another day (and paycheck).
Bri
Count my vote for the Glock 23.
I own and shoot the G19, whichis the same size but in 9mm. Love it. Does everything I ask it to so (concealable, and can easily hit paper plates at 50 yards) and THEN some. And a friend of mine has one that he's put well over 50,000 rounds through, and it's still ticking like day one.
I like them.
I own and shoot the G19, whichis the same size but in 9mm. Love it. Does everything I ask it to so (concealable, and can easily hit paper plates at 50 yards) and THEN some. And a friend of mine has one that he's put well over 50,000 rounds through, and it's still ticking like day one.
I like them.
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Generally, Sig 229 will be about $550-600 in my area (maybe more)
Glock will be just under $500
CZ should be under $400
HK will be around the same $price$ as a Sig.
Ruger should be around $350. FWIW: the Ruger is about as "Solid" as you can get.
Another solid compact will be the Kahr K-40 (around $500)
FWIW: DAO's are usually cheaper if you don't mind their action.
Ben
Generally, Sig 229 will be about $550-600 in my area (maybe more)
Glock will be just under $500
CZ should be under $400
HK will be around the same $price$ as a Sig.
Ruger should be around $350. FWIW: the Ruger is about as "Solid" as you can get.
Another solid compact will be the Kahr K-40 (around $500)
FWIW: DAO's are usually cheaper if you don't mind their action.
Ben
HK USP for a fullsize pistol. You will be very happy.
Glock G27 for a sub-compact, add the finger extensions if you don't need to go very small. If you are looking at G23 size, USP compact.
Just IMO, the only way you can possibly go wrong is to not shoot what you're considering and end up not liking it when you finally commit. If not possible, at least hold them all to see how they feel in terms of girth, balance and pointability.
For me, it's HK in every respect except for CCW where I needed a little smaller. They make very fine pistols as evident by the recommendations. Good luck.
Glock G27 for a sub-compact, add the finger extensions if you don't need to go very small. If you are looking at G23 size, USP compact.
Just IMO, the only way you can possibly go wrong is to not shoot what you're considering and end up not liking it when you finally commit. If not possible, at least hold them all to see how they feel in terms of girth, balance and pointability.
For me, it's HK in every respect except for CCW where I needed a little smaller. They make very fine pistols as evident by the recommendations. Good luck.
Patrick Graham
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I vote for anything Glock.
Glock 27 with grip extension for carry.
Glock 22 for IPSC/USPSA and so on.
Can't go wrong with Glock in 40.
Glock 27 with grip extension for carry.
Glock 22 for IPSC/USPSA and so on.
Can't go wrong with Glock in 40.
Bullshooter
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Beretta
For a full size, IMO, you can't go wrong with a Beretta 96. I just bought a new Elite II which has some enhancements such as, Novak sights, beveled mag well, checkered front and back straps, recessed crown, etc. Plus I always loved two tone pistols. I've found Berettas to be of extremely high quality and, with their redesigned locking block, should last practically forever.
For a full size, IMO, you can't go wrong with a Beretta 96. I just bought a new Elite II which has some enhancements such as, Novak sights, beveled mag well, checkered front and back straps, recessed crown, etc. Plus I always loved two tone pistols. I've found Berettas to be of extremely high quality and, with their redesigned locking block, should last practically forever.
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Mine is reliable and accurate. All steel, if that is what you like (I do). And - in my mind one of the best characteristics - the <i><u>option</u></i> to carry either hammer down DA or cocked and locked SA. They are available anywhere for about $340 for the blued version, the one in the pic is probably about $425. They also are available in stainless, and have a lifetime warranty.
Will Beararms
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Does the pistol above come with Fuzzy Dice, Brim hat and feather, platform shoes and a 67 Cadillac Coup de Ville?
PLASTIC SIG
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every 940 ive seen had a bad finish on it. Seems the finish was flaking off like cheap chrome spray paint. Maybe they have fixed that problem now. If so, not a bad buy.