One Good Autopistol?

[wanderinwalker]

I am curious about what answers everybody might have for this question. What would YOU choose for ONE good pistol? (We'll discuss centerfires only here. Everyone NEEDS a .22LR, no matter how many guns he/she owns!)

After having much trigger time on Glocks, a 1911, a Walther P-990 (DAO), several revolvers, and more other pistols than I can remember or shoot well, I would have to say I'd give them all up for a Walther P-99 (DA/SA).

Reasoning? Well, I like the way the frame fits my hand. I trust the 9mm to do the job because I can shoot it quickly and precisely. With enough practice the DA/SA transition is easy to work through. The pistol is just big enough to be comforting and easy to shoot while still being reasonably concealable. Plus, it is very size efficient when you can have 16 rounds in it.

Anybody else care to contribute? This could be interesting. And I apologize if this has been asked before. Thanks in advance all.

 

[EJ]

Old Slabside

I'm a 1911 fan--
It fits my hand perfectly==is a superior cartridge for defense and can be used for hunting in a pinch --(Still better'n a bow)
and they are just beautiful pieces of artistic mechanical design and function--

 

[10-Ring]

Over the last 18 months or so, I've had the most trigger time w/ my USPs. At this moment in time & space, I'd say my USP 9 w/ match trigger.

 

[cratz2]

Yep... 1911 guy through and through but I'm open to other designs. I have a Taurus PT99 with enough rounds through it to rely on it 100% with no hesitation. Trigger could use some of Langdon's magin. Also have owned several CZ75/EAAs and can't recall one that I was less than extremely pleased with.

If I could only keep one, it would be the 1911. Second choice would be a single action CZ75 design.

 

[Marko Kloos]

If I was limited to one auto, I'd keep my SIG P226. It's possibly the most reliable pistol on the market, it fits my hand quite well, and it's more accurate than me.

 

[Karate]

Walther P-99...I believe this to be the most reliable pistol on the market and possible the most advanced design...any caliber is fine with me but I perfer the 40auto.

 

[dairycreek]

Only one choice?

SIG P220! No other choice - really. Good shooting

 

[emann]

Heck I'd just keep my XD in .357 Sig.

 

[David S]

wow, im impressed how many P99 fans there are............it is my weapon of choice myself. I first heard of it when James Bond Switched to it. I then did extensive research on it and actually found it to be a really good gun. at the time i was shooting a Gen one Glock 17, and when i got my P99, it felt so good in the hand and the decock opened up new doors that glocks simply dont offer. there needs to be a P99 fan forum on this board!

Down with the SW99!! and long life the P99!

 

[Handy]

I would probably stay with a P7.

One could go on and on about that particular pistols virtues, but if you have only one handgun, I would want something accurate, concealable and extremely durable and made to last. Also safe.

If not the P7 then, some other solid and slim STEEL pistol that will still be in good condition when I'm 80.

 

[sm]

wanderinwalker wrote:
" I like the way the frame fits my hand... I can shoot it quickly and precisely..."
....................

My criteria is gun has to fit shooter , reliable with ammo in a platform that allows quick accurate shots...

So actually you've answered the question for all us...or directed those in question.

Me? -- prefer 1911 style.

 

[Croyance]

If it had to be only one, a Commander-sized 1911 would be it for me. The grips can be changed to fit any hands, it is small enough for CCW, while large enough for any other use.
The Browning HiPower and CZ-75 get honorable mentions, but lost out because they are not .45 ACPs.

 

[denfoote]

Ditto on the P99!!!
I just put 20 rounds into the black this weekend!!

 

[arinvolvo]

I am a bit biased....but go Steyr all the way....I have been shooting a lot of 9mm pistols in the last few weeks...Springfield XD, Ruger, kahr, Glock, and I am always happy withe the decision I had originally made..steyr M9.

Easiest to shoot out of all of them...trigger is not as mushy as glock...and the bore axis is even lower than glock....I have well over 1000 rounds through mine, no failures of any kind...no visible wear, not even on the top of the breech...and the price cant be beat for the quality you get. I paid under 340, NIB at the local gun store. I have not, however shot the p-99...so i cannot comment on that...but it looks like a fine pistol.

Take a serious look at a steyr.

 

[Kahr carrier]

1911 Auto

 

[ojibweindian]

CZ-75. What a great pistol!

 

[modifiedbrowning]

P99 for me too.

 

[lunde]

P99 (SA/DA) for me, regardless of caliber.

 

[Rebel Gunman HK]

Love the Hk USP's more than any other guns I've shot. Really want to get my hands on a P99 though, looks rad as hell.

 

[cslinger]

SIG 220 if I could only own one autoloader.

Although there is something to a high quality 1911. You get reliability, concealability and it ooozes nostagia. Not to mention it is a beautiful gun.

 

[Poohgyrr]

Boy that's not easy for me.

Overall a Hi Power, a MKIII, either 9x19 or .40. Proven & reliable. Concealable under a T shirt if necessary. Night sights, thin grips, and it's good to go.

If better concealment from an auto is required, then the S&W 3913/908 series.

 

[Jiml3]

Just my opinion! I have 3 semi's that could fit into this catergory.
Sig Sauer P229, CZ 75 PCR and S&W 6906.
The Sig is great but alittle to heavy and thick got carry.
The CZ is also a great little gun, 27oz, 10 + 1 rounds.
The S&W 6906, 26 oz., 12+1 rounds is my pick. Very easy to conceal, 100% reliable, accurate and a good trigger. With the 12 round mag, I don't need to carry an additional mag.

 

[longeyes]

Tough. Maybe my Glock 30. But I admit I've come to enjoy shooting my Colt and Kimber 1911s a whole lot.

I'll have to try a P-99 one of these days, I guess, from all the fanfare on this board.

 

[Still Learning]

Seems to me you found your ideal pistol.

After putting trigger time in on other models the Walther "fits" you best. Good on ya.

For me it's the 1911.

I like these kinds of questions. You can't really be all wrong or all right.

 

[wanderinwalker]

After putting trigger time in on other models the Walther "fits" you best. Good on ya.

Yeah, the Walther fits me the best. I do like 1911s though. My only issue is size in relation to capactiy and my mitt. The Walther fits me like a glove, only when fitted with the small backstrap. I can work a 1911, but occasionally fail to positively disengage the thumb safety (I bet an extended safety would cure that though) on presentations.

And yes, the best part of these questions is that there is no wrong answer! And I might just possibly be drifting toward changing my answer already!