Beretta or Sig
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Thank you for the link. My information came for the same source, the writings of Massad Ayoob. While I don't always agree with Mas...I don't think he expects everyone to agree with him...I've usually found that his written articles are well researched. He seemed to be a regular at the Ruger factory and that would certainly lend creditability to the article.
Obviously there is a large difference between "designed for" and "design studies for feasibility/conversion"; although I guess it went far enough for them to produce barrels and magazines...I almost wonder if a shop model was assembled and maybe "walked" out of the factory.
Having read the link and seeing the creditability of the information, I'll refrain for perpetuating the urban legend
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Both are quality firearms that should be reliable. What you need to do is shoot both and see what feels better to you. If you like one substantially more than the other after shooting it then buy that one. For all practical purposes, the brand and caliber are less important that how it fits you and feels.
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I know one person who likes Sigs, another Beretta, another Glocks, another M&P, another, the XDs. These are all good friends so we have our typical gun chats. It mostly comes down to how well it fits them and how well they shoot their favorite brand.
You may want to consider looking into the Taurus 100, which is their modified clone of the Beretta 96. It places the safety/decocker in the same place as a 1911. It feels great and easy to use by thumb regardless of what hand it is held in.
I recently got the 92 clone they make and absolutely love it.
I recently got the 92 clone they make and absolutely love it.
Whichever handles and shoots better
I carried both and like both. You cannot go wrong with either a BERETTA 96 or SIG 226. I found the BERETTA more accurate due to a better trigger on the 96D Brigadiers we were issued.
My SIG 226 and 229 had nice triggers, but the BERETTA had a smoother double action.
Both are bet your life reliable and easy to field strip.
I would try both guns with the same ammo that you will carry and choose the more accurate shooter. You can probably rent both at a range.
By the way, I had a RUGER P-90 and found it just as reliable. The major reason for parting with it was the poor ergonomics. It just never felt as good in my hand as the BERETTA or SIG which are my favorite brands of handguns.
good luck,
Jim
I carried both and like both. You cannot go wrong with either a BERETTA 96 or SIG 226. I found the BERETTA more accurate due to a better trigger on the 96D Brigadiers we were issued.
My SIG 226 and 229 had nice triggers, but the BERETTA had a smoother double action.
Both are bet your life reliable and easy to field strip.
I would try both guns with the same ammo that you will carry and choose the more accurate shooter. You can probably rent both at a range.
By the way, I had a RUGER P-90 and found it just as reliable. The major reason for parting with it was the poor ergonomics. It just never felt as good in my hand as the BERETTA or SIG which are my favorite brands of handguns.
good luck,
Jim
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Man do I wish I could afford one of these.
http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=360419792
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In my opinion, there is no comparison between the two. I've carried the Beretta for the last five years as a duty weapon in two combat zones. I would gladly exchange it for a Hi Power, 1911, or better yet...anything SIG.
Our Special Forces guys, to including any Navy Seals they were working with, usually carried either HKs or Sigs. You'd occasionally see some top notch 1911 .45s...but you'd never see a Beretta among them for a reason.
The Beretta is seen a lot in Hollywood (think lethal weapon) and is a familiar platform for many. For those of us who are forced to use it outside a range environment, you probably won't find nearly as many fans of the system. The action get fouled very quickly due to its design, and when it does, the gun turns to crap.
Keep in mind, all of the above is a personal opinion. If your life experiences differ from mine, you may end up loving the gun. If you are looking for a weapon you can enjoy at the range and for CHL, then it may work for you. My very first handgun I ever purchased was a 9mm Brigadier, and I sold it almost immediately after finding a NIB FN HP.
Our Special Forces guys, to including any Navy Seals they were working with, usually carried either HKs or Sigs. You'd occasionally see some top notch 1911 .45s...but you'd never see a Beretta among them for a reason.
The Beretta is seen a lot in Hollywood (think lethal weapon) and is a familiar platform for many. For those of us who are forced to use it outside a range environment, you probably won't find nearly as many fans of the system. The action get fouled very quickly due to its design, and when it does, the gun turns to crap.
Keep in mind, all of the above is a personal opinion. If your life experiences differ from mine, you may end up loving the gun. If you are looking for a weapon you can enjoy at the range and for CHL, then it may work for you. My very first handgun I ever purchased was a 9mm Brigadier, and I sold it almost immediately after finding a NIB FN HP.
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With that decision, I think we can close this thread.
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