Pistols similar to the Glock 19

It is a toss up between the G19 and P320. I have both and shot them both yesterday. I found the P320 compact would fit in my tagua leather G19 holster. A little snug but not too tight. I really can't pick which one is "better".
 
The CZ p-07 is the answer to everything you seek....best part is It's a CZ and not striker fired.

Perfect size, Perfect feel, Perfect operation....uber accurate. I can probably hit the 100 gong 15 out of 15 times if I really tried hard. The 07 really is the ultimate shooters pistol.

Man what a fine firearm...almost as nice as my CZ75 and P-09, if not for the CZs my Sigs would still be my favorite pistol manufacture.
 
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Those are not the exact size as the Glock 19.

The only thing that would be the EXACT size as a Glock 19 would be another Glock 19.

Speaking rationally, though, the Glock 19 and Walther P99/PPQ are within a few millimeters in size of each other, with similar weights and the same capacity (with the unloaded weight of the PPQ ever-so-slightly less than the Glock 19 at 21.5 oz. versus 23.65).

As a size/weight/capacity comparison, the P99/PPQ is a valid analogue to the Glock 19.
 
Speaking rationally, though, the Glock 19 and Walther P99/PPQ are within a few millimeters in size of each other, with similar weights and the same capacity (with the unloaded weight of the PPQ ever-so-slightly less than the Glock 19 at 21.5 oz. versus 23.65).

Yes 7.62 mm or 0.3" in height. As seen in both pictures and the product specifications from the manufacturers. As I said, if it doesn't make a difference for you I get it, but my point was it depends on how particular the OP is about that size. For me personally I notice the difference in size between when I carried a PPQ and when I did/do carry a Glock 19.

As a size/weight/capacity comparison, the P99/PPQ is a valid analogue to the Glock 19.

I would agree. But when you quote part of my post where I use the word exact and then say, "Nope", when both product specifications and Mk. I eyes will see there is a difference, even if slight, then I'm going to clarify.

I'm really not looking for an argument on this. I know you're a Walther fan and I've owned multiple PPQs and P99s and have no problem recommending them. I think I've been very even handed on this, especially if you had quoted the whole text of the post that quote came from.
 
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You too have encountered that in Miami. See? I knew it wasn't just me. Sorry you went through it. It took me a while to get an understanding of it.

Dinosaurs welcome. LOL.

LOL Thanks! I lived in Miami from 1953 to 1989, when I moved to Arizona. My diehard cousin stayed there after I left; He worked at Tamiami on 8th St. for many years. RIP Sal.
 
The following is from the Modern Service Weapons website, post 09/15/2013;

"The (Walther) PPQ has arguably the best trigger of any of the current crop of polymer service pistols – short takeup, crisp break, short reset distance, and strong reset, both audible and tactile. If you pick your favorite polymer gun – Glock, M&P, HK – they each fall short in one of the above areas, while the PPQ shines in all of them."
 
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I wish Smith and Wesson came out with a 19 sized pistol..

They did, the M&P45 compact, but it only holds 8+1. Why every single company making handguns has not come out with a 9mm and .40 competitor for the 19 blows my mind.

Then there is always the M&P compact in 9mm, many don't realize these are a 12+1 gun. Only losing 3rds compared to the 19 and its a bit smaller.

Here is an M&P45 compact vs the 19

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I'll second the Steyr line. I like the little longer M-A1 over the C-A1 balance wise. Other mentioned models that I like are the FNH FNS, Sig 320C, Walther PPQ and P99AS.
Striker wise, I put the HK VP9, Sig 320, Steyr's (current models), and Walther PPQ as the top out of the box triggers. Each offers a slight advantage in a particular area over the others. Overall they are all excellent.
 
My favorite non Glock is the Steyr. I have a PPQ and a VP9 too. The VP9 is just too big and I don't shoot it any better than the others. The PPQ has a sweet trigger, but a high bore axis. Having said that, the G19 is the best all around package IMO.

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If the weapon in the top right of the first photo imediately above is the PPQ, it actually OUTSHOT the Glock 19 - similar group size shot from twice the distance.

Higher bore axis is an issue, but so is precision.

That said, I like Glocks, but I like other guns, as well. (I currently a number of weapons, and am as impressed by my SR9 and SR9c as any of the striker-fired guns.) Different strokes for different folks...
 
If the weapon in the top right of the first photo imediately above is the PPQ, it actually OUTSHOT the Glock 19 - similar group size shot from twice the distance.



Higher bore axis is an issue, but so is precision.



That said, I like Glocks, but I like other guns, as well. (I currently a number of weapons, and am as impressed by my SR9 and SR9c as any of the striker-fired guns.) Different strokes for different folks...


I got one of those too. Great fun for the money.
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They did, the M&P45 compact, but it only holds 8+1. Why every single company making handguns has not come out with a 9mm and .40 competitor for the 19 blows my mind.

Then there is always the M&P compact in 9mm, many don't realize these are a 12+1 gun. Only losing 3rds compared to the 19 and its a bit smaller.

Here is an M&P45 compact vs the 19

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I've seen that. I wish it was a 9mm though. I'm already in that dilemma with the HK45C. Same size as the Glock 19 but only holds 8+1. Curse the world.
My favorite non Glock is the Steyr. I have a PPQ and a VP9 too. The VP9 is just too big and I don't shoot it any better than the others. The PPQ has a sweet trigger, but a high bore axis. Having said that, the G19 is the best all around package IMO.

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I had the PPQ. I gave it to a good friend several years back. He was a south paw and times got rough in our area. That was when I bad 47 handguns. So I gave him the PPQ because I bought it from all the hype going on about it. I shot it and just didn't see it.

That was then... I'd like to give it a shot again.
If the weapon in the top right of the first photo imediately above is the PPQ, it actually OUTSHOT the Glock 19 - similar group size shot from twice the distance.

Higher bore axis is an issue, but so is precision.

That said, I like Glocks, but I like other guns, as well. (I currently a number of weapons, and am as impressed by my SR9 and SR9c as any of the striker-fired guns.) Different strokes for different folks...
That's another one I'm looking at. The steyr.

The PPQ and the Steyr are on the list right now.
 
I am not anti Glock, ( I have a G27), but when I compared the G19 to the Ruger, I got the Ruger SR9. I then went Ruger SR9C, and sold the full size.

The SR9c comes with a 17 round mag that you can carry if you feel you need more capacity. The mag disconnect can be removed easy, and the thumb safety is something that you get used to checking.
 
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