Took my dad out to the ranger today and let him take a wack at the Taurus 83 revolver and the USP9 full size.
Considering that he hasn't shot in 35 years, it was obvious that the quality of military training runs deep. He was more than competent out to about 25 feet and it was obvious that he had well-earned his pistol marksmanship citation in the Army.
He was obviously more comfortable with the USP9. Is it that the controls are somewhat like a 1911 minus the grip safety? This is what they qualified on back in the day (....pleading ignorance here as I've never messed with the 1911).....but as we browsed the shop afterwards, it became apparent that the price tag of the USP may be a bit more than he's willing to commit to right now.
So the question is: If you wanted gun that was as close to a USP9 in operation and quality (relative of course) without being an actual USP...what would you suggest?
For those less familiar with the HK....it has a safety/decocker lever...
Considering that he hasn't shot in 35 years, it was obvious that the quality of military training runs deep. He was more than competent out to about 25 feet and it was obvious that he had well-earned his pistol marksmanship citation in the Army.
He was obviously more comfortable with the USP9. Is it that the controls are somewhat like a 1911 minus the grip safety? This is what they qualified on back in the day (....pleading ignorance here as I've never messed with the 1911).....but as we browsed the shop afterwards, it became apparent that the price tag of the USP may be a bit more than he's willing to commit to right now.
So the question is: If you wanted gun that was as close to a USP9 in operation and quality (relative of course) without being an actual USP...what would you suggest?
For those less familiar with the HK....it has a safety/decocker lever...