Next handgun please?

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CMichael

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I got a Glock 19 and a Glock 34. I go to the range about 3x per week, and shoot about 100 bullets when I go.

What should my next handgun be? I was thinking of a 45 just for the change.

I was thinking a S&W M&P .45? Should I stick to the Glock platform?

Just so you know where I am at, here are my range results from this morning.


7 yards Glock 19

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15 yards Glock 34

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20 yards Glock 34

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I am doing much better since adjusting the sights
 
I can make an argument for loyalty and recommend the Glock 21SF.

I can also make an argument for branching out and trying something different.

The M&P 45, the XD45 Tactical, the new XDM 45, or the new HK45 (if you want to spend bucks) would be great. These are all excellent guns in the polymer camp. You could also branch out and get a 1911. An entry level Kimber Custom II or a Springfield model would be great choices without completely breaking the bank.

Then there is always the Smith & Wesson Model 22 in .45ACP...

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If you're willing to pay a bit extra, H&K makes some amazing pistols.

i've got an HK 45 and couldn't be happier with it.

If nothing else, it may be something to look into.
 
I'd definitely recommend something other than a Glock, or any other striker-fired pistol, for that matter. Smith Model 22 is a good choice; new caliber and new mechanism at the same time.
 
Recently branched to 45 myself. I went with a Witness compact ($400 area) and a Kimber Ultra II with Crimson trace ($900 area used). The Witness has very little felt recoil (is ported) and hardly any rise to barrel (Heavy). The Kimber is a lot lighter and easy carry at 25 oz BUT perceived recoil is hefty. Not that bad if you have shot light guns b4 but a real mule if you have not. The Kimber is not tolerant to limp wristing and will give you a failure to eject of you are. Otherwise a lot of rounds though each and no problem.
 
Something different?

Why not a 1911 style pistol? You can start at the low end with the Rock Island Armory (RIA) 1911 for less than $489. Decent, no frills 1911 that just works. Excellent customer service and a good way to introduce yourself to the 1911 without spending lots of money.

On the other hand, S&W is now making the 1911 and their guns are superb. I have the older 1911Sc (Scandium-alloy frame) which is now called the 1911PD. Excellent shooter and the lightweight makes all day carry a dream.

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If you prefer stainless, Springfield's Champion is the 4.25" Commander sized pistol of choice for me. Rock solid and accurate.
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But if you really want something different in .45 ACP, try one of these. The S&W Model 625JM. Chambered for .45ACP and using moon clips this revolver is a hoot. The weight of the gun tames the .45ACP recoil down to that of a .38 target load (more or less) and it's very accurate. Reloading with moon clips is as fast as a magazine swap in a bottom feeder.
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The older S&W Model 25, with it's 6.5" barrel and target sights was a competitor's revolver in the 50's and 60's. It's huge and impressive looking (Like Dirty Harry's .44) but shoots big slugs with almost no recoil. Mine shoots 255gr LSWC at 700 to 750 fps (900 fps from Double Tap) that'll carve up a half-dollar coin at 15 yards.
 
If you are looking for something different, how about a .22LR auto such as a Ruger Mark series, Browning Buckmark, etc. Lots of other good ones out there as well.

Besides that, I would recommend a revolver in either .22 LR, 357 mag, or 44 mag. Lots of good models and brands to choose from there as well. I'm not a "Ruger is Best" or "S&W is best" kind of guy. They are both excellent so you can make your own decision.
 
Should I stick to the Glock platform?
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Not no, but hell no! What fun is that? Diversify! There are many terrific, superbly-constructed handguns from a number of makers, each interesting and beautiful in different ways.

Narrow "brand loyalty" is an extremely blinkered and boring way to experience the pleasures of firearm ownership. Stick to quality manufacturers, but realize that no one company comes close to having a monopoly on that characteristic.

I think that one's semi-auto collection cannot be complete without owning at least one of each of Beretta, Sig, H&K, Glock, and Browning, along with a high-quality 1911 of some kind.
 
Since everyone here is definately semi guys heres a good quote from another thread i posted. "What do you call 6 guys armed with 9mm against 1 Bob Mundy with a rusty 45 colt, yep, 6 dead bad guys. Be good with what you have and you don't need 10 rounds or more, 6 will do just fine. If you want a change then go with a revolver, Ruger GP100 in 4" would be a good one. Revolver all the way baby.
 
You seem to like the Glock platform. Stick with it.

That said diversity is good in a gun collection. Buy a 38/357 revolver, .22 pistol and just some other styles of guns.
 
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