Guns you own (4 Viewers)

[12thMan]

^^^ That's why I like my Springfield XDm. It has the same grip angle as my 1911.

Those are my favorite pistols. I know there are plenty of "nicer" pistols out there both in terms of form and function, but when I bought my first plastic handgun and was deciding which flavor of polymer pistol to drink I chose the XDm and have loved them ever since. Glocks are great guns, one of the best no doubt, but in my opinion when you compare the two head to head the Springfield is a nicer and more comfortable gun for me that the Glock has to have aftermarket add ons to come close to.

I don't have many guns at all, I had one of those famous leaky boats as well, but if I had a collection I would have all the lengths, finishes, and calibers covered over about six pistols in the XDm line.

 

[12thMan]

1911s.

I got my first 1911 a few years ago and love shooting it. Such a fun gun, and it impresses me so much every time I break it down and realize how incredibly relevant a metal on metal design from 1911 still is. I don't have an engineering mind, fitting all the parts together and thinking about how this was designed and manufactured over 100years ago gives me pause. Cool stuff.

I doubt I'll ever spend huuge bucks on a 1911 just because they don't do it enough for me to go to that level of collecting, but my dream 1911 is actually two right now: Springfield Range Officer. Both 5", one stainless in 9mm and one parkerized in .45. Not even the total cost of one "nice" 1911 for two, I'd be happy with that.

 

[Josh Kifer]

Once I got into Wilson's, I can't go back. But all 1911s are good guns.

 

[WedgeRock]

9mm is not a 1911, FYI. Its some sick, twisted Franken-pistol. The only caliber for a 1911 is .45 ACP.

And I'm not touching the Springfield v Glock debate...

 

[Josh Kifer]

9mm is not a 1911, FYI. Its some sick, twisted Franken-pistol. The only caliber for a 1911 is .45 ACP.

And I'm not touching the Springfield v Glock debate...

So your saying the Dan Wesson Valor in 10mm and the Wilson combat 9mm protector arnt 1911s? =D

 

[12thMan]

Once I got into Wilson's, I can't go back. But all 1911s are good guns.

Can't blame you there bud, I've never shot one but just holding one and working the slide made me smile. The rails were like glass.

I'm just more of a closed casino Paulson guy rather a minty TRK guy when it comes to 1911s, I just don't have the "ammo" for all my expensive hobbies.

 

[12thMan]

9mm is not a 1911, FYI. Its some sick, twisted Franken-pistol. The only caliber for a 1911 is .45 ACP.

And I'm not touching the Springfield v Glock debate...

I guess I would have to agree, the 9mm 1911 I shot was more BB gun feeling than 1911.


And I wouldn't touch the Springfield v Glock debate either, mostly because I'm always outnumbered 10-1. It's all good, I like being the black sheep sometimes.

 

[WedgeRock]

So your saying the Dan Wesson Valor in 10mm and the Wilson combat 9mm protector arnt 1911s? =D

I just checked with John Moses Browning, and this is 100% correct.

 

[Josh Kifer]

I just checked with John Moses Browning, and this is 100% correct.

FAKE NEWS. FAKE NEWS.

 

[WedgeRock]

FAKE NEWS. FAKE NEWS.

 

[Hobbyphilic]

Oh dear, we haven't even started talking about owning a Colt M1911 verses 1911 styles pistols. IPSC 38 super anyone? You can make 1911 style pistols in any caliber.

I have a Para 1911 style pistol in .45 AP.

I would love to own a classic WWII era Colt or Remington-Rand M1911.

 

[BNM]

I got my first 1911 a few years ago and love shooting it. Such a fun gun, and it impresses me so much every time I break it down and realize how incredibly relevant a metal on metal design from 1911 still is. I don't have an engineering mind, fitting all the parts together and thinking about how this was designed and manufactured over 100years ago gives me pause. Cool stuff.

I doubt I'll ever spend huuge bucks on a 1911 just because they don't do it enough for me to go to that level of collecting, but my dream 1911 is actually two right now: Springfield Range Officer. Both 5", one stainless in 9mm and one parkerized in .45. Not even the total cost of one "nice" 1911 for two, I'd be happy with that.

What does "incredibly relevant" mean? I break my 1911 down and, between curses and almost blinding myself with the spring, I think how incredibly far we've advanced from the machinations of 1911. All respect and honor due to The Legend: John Browning, but the design is straight out of 1911 and the engineering now is reflective of the 100 year difference. Love my 1911, though!

 

[Trihonda]

I use mainly glocks now.. (required). but screw Glock/XD debate, etc.. best guns are Sigs....

 

[Rhodeman77]

What does "incredibly relevant" mean? I break my 1911 down and, between curses and almost blinding myself with the spring, I think how incredibly far we've advanced from the machinations of 1911. All respect and honor due to The Legend: John Browning, but the design is straight out of 1911 and the engineering now is reflective of the 100 year difference. Love my 1911, though!

I love shooting a 1911, I hate breaking down a 1911!! Ended up giving my Kimber 1911 to my FIL for his 60th birthday. I don’t think he has shot it yet lol.

 

[trever]

Here's my "not a 1911". 9mm Valkyrie by Dan Wesson.

 

[12thMan]

You guys have trouble breaking down a 1911??? Come on... Yeah, the take down levers are much more modern and convenient, yeah there's more parts in a 1911 (what, 4 or 5?), but to say it's difficult? Very surprising to me, do you guys do anything mechanically inclined?

 

[justsomedude]

Convinced the wife that I “needed” a Glock 43x today. Gotta take the Ws when you can!

 

[trever]

As a CZ fanboy, it really hurt to go for the Ruger instead of the Scorpion. From a performance/cost perspective the PC carbine was unbeatable.

 

[CantSpellPoker]

Forgot about this one. Made a couple recent additions. CZ-75 SP-01 Tactical and HK VP9.

Haven’t even shot them yet. These are meant to sit in a closet rather than being used, right? Just like minty Paulsons.

 

[FordPickup92]

Couldnt find any pics of the old AR-15 I used to hunt with
But heres my .308

@Josh Kifer I'm glad we're friends and have so many common interests!! I sold my 9mm a few years ago...

 

[Josh Kifer]

Couldnt find any pics of the old AR-15 I used to hunt with
But heres my .308

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@Josh Kifer I'm glad we're friends and have so many common interests!! I sold my 9mm a few years ago...

What in tarnation! THIS, TACO BELL AND POKER CHIPS!!!?!!?

heh. Well, it means you are cool.

 

[Phish1321]

 

[toothpic]

I live in Texas, it's almost a requirement to own guns (not really but almost).

I'm a fan of Sig Sauer handguns.

Every home also needs a shotgun.

My favorite gun to shoot at the range is probably my CZ Scorpion evo.

 

[FordPickup92]

What in tarnation! THIS, TACO BELL AND POKER CHIPS!!!?!!?

heh. Well, it means you are cool.

Yay I'm cool!!!

 

[FordPickup92]

I live in Texas, it's almost a requirement to own guns (not really but almost).

I'm a fan of Sig Sauer handguns.

Every home also needs a shotgun.

My favorite gun to shoot at the range is probably my CZ Scorpion evo.

LOL Ben's got a hand gun for every room of the house safety first!

 

[Josh Kifer]

I live in Texas, it's almost a requirement to own guns (not really but almost).

I'm a fan of Sig Sauer handguns.

Every home also needs a shotgun.

My favorite gun to shoot at the range is probably my CZ Scorpion evo.

I can honestly say, I don't own a shotgun.....

 

[FordPickup92]

I forgot about this one
Bought a muzzloader for hunting as well

The new Remington bolt action muzzleloader

 

[toothpic]

Range days are some of the best days

 

[heisman]

Shot my first gun about 4 years ago. Don’t currently own one but if I did it’d be a simple H&K 9mm USP

 

[toothpic]

LOL Ben's got a hand gun for every room of the house safety first!

He needs this for Christmas