Help choosing a 9mm 1911 for USPSA shooting
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I have decided that I DO like this Para LDA Tac-Five. It's supposed to be acceptable for Production. A little more expensive than I hoped for, but if it's worth it, I could consider. It holds 18+1 rounds, but says a 10-round restricted capacity option is also available. I guess I'd have to go with that to compete? I was hoping I could get a high capacity 9mm, but it looks as though I couldn't use it in USPSA.
Stainless Steel was a preference. I mostly just want all metal.
So were adjustable sights.
dbarale, yeah, I am starting to figure that out. I have heard that they have larger grips than most, which would make it a little rough on my small hands, but I suppose I could adapt. I'll look into that S&W.
This whole thing is REALLY frustrating! If I didn't have a budget and knew what I was doing, I don't think I'd be having such a hard time!
Stainless Steel was a preference. I mostly just want all metal.
So were adjustable sights.
dbarale, yeah, I am starting to figure that out. I have heard that they have larger grips than most, which would make it a little rough on my small hands, but I suppose I could adapt. I'll look into that S&W.
This whole thing is REALLY frustrating! If I didn't have a budget and knew what I was doing, I don't think I'd be having such a hard time!
dbarale
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Don't worry. No matter what you end up buying, you'll want something else within six months...
LOL, that's usually how it is... I was hoping to avoid that, but I guess I won't until I purchase that $2,000 pistol!
Anyway, this was the CZ that I was considering CZ85 Combat It has what I want and is on the list of acceptable Production pistols. I didn't think I could get more than 10 mag capacity and this one has 16, but again, it's on the approved list, so it must be fine.
Anyway, this was the CZ that I was considering CZ85 Combat It has what I want and is on the list of acceptable Production pistols. I didn't think I could get more than 10 mag capacity and this one has 16, but again, it's on the approved list, so it must be fine.
Before you buy a new Para, go talk to some folks that compete who you trust. Or go ask on the competition specific forums at: http://www.brianenos.com/forums/ Their "Power-Extractor" has a less than stellar track record with people that shoot a lot. And being a proprietary part, you're essentially stuck with a Para replacement. No aftermarket solutions, like an Aftec extractor, which normal 1911s use.
On any of the CZ75's, capacity is up to 19rounds but using the SP-01 magazines. I bought my SP01, slightly used, with grips & extra mag for $460. It's a bargain for a highly respected pistol which is very competitive. The SP-01 custom pistols I post earlier at more expensive but you can add those parts & work at a later time.
On any of the CZ75's, capacity is up to 19rounds but using the SP-01 magazines. I bought my SP01, slightly used, with grips & extra mag for $460. It's a bargain for a highly respected pistol which is very competitive. The SP-01 custom pistols I post earlier at more expensive but you can add those parts & work at a later time.
dbarale
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What I really like about the CZ is that you can shoot:
- Production by loading 10 in the mags (doesn't matter if it holds 16 as long as you only load 10) and starting with a double action first round.
- Limited 10 by loading 10 and starting cocked and locked in single action.
- Limited at full capacity and frist shot SA.
It also has a "small hand friendly" grip frame. I know you liked the Hogue wraparound on the Springfield but you'll probably want something a lot smaller on the CZ. Factory grips with skate tape on the front strap usually works fine for people with smaller hands.
- Production by loading 10 in the mags (doesn't matter if it holds 16 as long as you only load 10) and starting with a double action first round.
- Limited 10 by loading 10 and starting cocked and locked in single action.
- Limited at full capacity and frist shot SA.
It also has a "small hand friendly" grip frame. I know you liked the Hogue wraparound on the Springfield but you'll probably want something a lot smaller on the CZ. Factory grips with skate tape on the front strap usually works fine for people with smaller hands.
MarkF45
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"I am so lost. Someone, PLEASE name a couple of good 9MM pistols that I could use for USPSA that are ALL METAL! Not knowing what I am doing and trying to figure all this out just gets me more and more confused.
I need an ALL METAL, full sized 9mm, High capacity if possible, for not more than $600 if possible, that can be shot in USPSA matches.
I have decided to skip the whole 1911 9mm thing and just go for something I can shoot in Production.
I'll get the .45ACP to go in the other categories. I've pretty much decided on a SA Loaded for that."
To answer your question directly, here are some all-steel pistols that I would consider using in USPSA Production or IDPA Stock Service Pistol:
CZ 75
SIG 226 (not the X-5, but the regular version)
Para P-18 LDA
Beretta 92
Walther P88
I'm sure somebody will be happy to point out all of the flaws of those pistols, but they will work for the match. How "competitve" they are is a matter of opinion. Just get one, and get out there and shoot the match. As you get some experience, you'll probably decide you want something else, regardless of what you get now.
I've shot 5 different guns in IPSC over the years (and many people have shot way more different guns than that). The last gun I shot in IPSC is a Kimber 9mm 1911, which several people have pointed out isn't "competitive". Think I care? I'm still learning how to be a better shot, after 30 years, and I bet I have more fun than most of the people who want to be "competitive".
I need an ALL METAL, full sized 9mm, High capacity if possible, for not more than $600 if possible, that can be shot in USPSA matches.
I have decided to skip the whole 1911 9mm thing and just go for something I can shoot in Production.
I'll get the .45ACP to go in the other categories. I've pretty much decided on a SA Loaded for that."
To answer your question directly, here are some all-steel pistols that I would consider using in USPSA Production or IDPA Stock Service Pistol:
CZ 75
SIG 226 (not the X-5, but the regular version)
Para P-18 LDA
Beretta 92
Walther P88
I'm sure somebody will be happy to point out all of the flaws of those pistols, but they will work for the match. How "competitve" they are is a matter of opinion. Just get one, and get out there and shoot the match. As you get some experience, you'll probably decide you want something else, regardless of what you get now.
I've shot 5 different guns in IPSC over the years (and many people have shot way more different guns than that). The last gun I shot in IPSC is a Kimber 9mm 1911, which several people have pointed out isn't "competitive". Think I care? I'm still learning how to be a better shot, after 30 years, and I bet I have more fun than most of the people who want to be "competitive".
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