from my collection, i would pick the SIG 210 as THE 9mm gun if i could only have one. i also have a P7M8 which is a terrific gun, but u can't shoot lead in it (ok in a pinch u can). i also have a SIG/SAUER P228 that would be in the top 3. these r box stock guns and no need to customize them to make them serviceable...that's why the Hi Power wouldn't make my list. i did get to handle a VERY nice custom Hi Power by C&S...slick, but the cost was outrageous!!! almost $1000CDN more than my SIG 210!!! ick!
cost not being a factor in my case (since i have them...hehe), the SIG 210 is first because it is THE best 9mm u can buy that is reliable, superbly accurate, will last generations of hard use! my P228 is second because it is reliable, accurate, concealable, and can use hi cap mags. my P7M8 is a terrific concealed carry gun, accurate, reliable but is third because it can't use lead bullets, and is a little noisy when cocking.
although the CZ75 is a great gun, the DA/SA pull leave a lot to be desired when compared to my other guns. love the design (owned three: 1 CZ75 and 2 CZ85s), but i would have to get the trigger cleaned up to my preferences. accuracy work would have to be done too, the best grouping from my CZ85 i could get was 2.5"...compared to one hole groups with my top 3 9mm pistols.
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Mik
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