Hey guys i just want to ask for opinions. First, I am still new to shooting in general and decided to get my first pistol. The thing is I also thought that I may plan to compete as well after some practice and few more round the range in my record. So far one of my top choice for my first pistol is a Sig P220, a 1911 from Springfield, and Glock 34.
I have shot a .45 acp 1911 and and a P226 before and really like the way the the 1911 shot but like the trigger of the P226. To be honest I love the .45 acp although the reason why I need guidance is regarding the choice of my first pistol. Like what i stated before I thought about using the pistol for competing and as well as home defense. I also do know that 9mm tends to be cheaper.
TL;DR
1.) Which pistol is better for competing, and home defense, as well as practicing in the range? To list a few that I thought about was between the Sig P220, 1911 from Springfield, Glock34.
2.) Any thoughts whether to get a 9mm or a 45 for competition?
3.)I live in California, therefore I can only carry 10 rounds in a magazine. Does that mean I can only carry 10 rounds when I compete? The P220 and the Springfield 1911 comes with two 8 round capacity mags but can they be fed a 10 round magazine if there are magazines made for them?
4.)When I really do get into the sport, which of the pistols I stated are more customizable regarding performance? I have a feeling the Glock but I don't think the P220 or a 1911 would be behind.
I have shot a .45 acp 1911 and and a P226 before and really like the way the the 1911 shot but like the trigger of the P226. To be honest I love the .45 acp although the reason why I need guidance is regarding the choice of my first pistol. Like what i stated before I thought about using the pistol for competing and as well as home defense. I also do know that 9mm tends to be cheaper.
TL;DR
1.) Which pistol is better for competing, and home defense, as well as practicing in the range? To list a few that I thought about was between the Sig P220, 1911 from Springfield, Glock34.
2.) Any thoughts whether to get a 9mm or a 45 for competition?
3.)I live in California, therefore I can only carry 10 rounds in a magazine. Does that mean I can only carry 10 rounds when I compete? The P220 and the Springfield 1911 comes with two 8 round capacity mags but can they be fed a 10 round magazine if there are magazines made for them?
4.)When I really do get into the sport, which of the pistols I stated are more customizable regarding performance? I have a feeling the Glock but I don't think the P220 or a 1911 would be behind.