opinions for new full size 9mm

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I've got a hankering to trade my gen3 Glock 17 for a different full size 9mm and I think I've narrowed it down to either a Beretta 92 or Sig P226.

Opinions both pros & cons appreciated.
 
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I've got a hankering to trade my gen3 Glock 17 for a different full size 9mm and I think I've narrowed it down to either a Beretta 92 or Sig P226.

Opinions both pros & cons appreciated.
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I see no pros to what you're contemplating.
 
It would primarily be a range toy.
I've already got a Kahr P9 & S&W 637 .38 for carry, a Glock 22 for HD and a Kimber TLE and several .22's for range toys.
 
I've got a hankering to trade my gen3 Glock 17 for a different full size 9mm and I think I've narrowed it down to either a Beretta 92 or Sig P226.

Opinions both pros & cons appreciated.
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I see only pros to what you're contemplating.
 
For tough times, the Glock is clearly in my opinion the superior choice.

Now, if you just want to play with guns, and for some reason you think you can't (or shouldn't) have two or more full-size 9mm's, then go ahead and trade (and lose money on the deal) for whatever gun you lust.
 
I own both, both excellent pistols. My P226 is a tad more accurate, and the stupid slide-mounted safety on the Beretta would keep me from choosing that one as my only pistol.

It can be worked around but it is in the way, and yes, I have accidentally decocked/safed the pistol during a match, during a malfunction clearance (bad GI parkerized mag).

For a range/fun gun, either will do nicely. Or get a DAO variant.

Speaking of which, you'll have to adjust to the different triggers compared to the Glock. Both SIG and Beretta make some version of DAO/DAK/whatever if that's an issue for you.
 
If the Beretta fits your hand, it is the smoother running gun...as the barrel does not tilt when it unlocks.

The Beretta has a safety, the SIG has a de-cocker
The Beretta's magazine release is easier to switch to the other side.
The Beretta has a larger ejection port...largest in the industry...and it is uncommon to hear about one having a failure to eject.

i have both and have used both as duty guns and for CCW. But I've found that more people find the SIG more comfortable in their hands.
 
The only issue I see with the beretta is that the top of the slide has a lot of sharp edges making it more difficult and potentially painful to rack than the sig. With that said both are super guns and both have great fans.
 
Go to your local gun store and put a CZ-75b in your hand. Just hold it and this question goes away.


Jim
 
W.E.G. - I assure you, I won't lose a dime; I only paid $250 for the gun plus a $25 transfer fee.

What I'm looking for is a reliable pistol that "I" can shoot better. The Gen 3 just doesn't fit me (kinda weird cause my gen 2 fits great)
I love the feel of the 92 but am not crazy about the safety. Can the Beretta safety be made to be decock only? That would rendure the accidental engagement a moot point.
The Sig is nice too but a little heavy in my opinion and mags are pricey.

I'm leaning heavily towards the Beretta...
 
Count me in the "you can't lose" category. I've really enjoyed both the 92 and 226. I ultimately went with the CZ 75 platform but I can see the appeal of the alternatives. When all of the guns are proven designs it is ok to let look, feel, and price be the deciding factors. The 226 felt a little top heavy to me but it was certainly comfortable and accurate. I actually finally narrowed my choice down to the 92, the Hi Power, and the CZ 75. I put them all on a table and closed my eyes. I picked up each one and chose by feel. Can't go wrong though with any of the guns mentioned.
 
Might I suggest just holding a Browning High Power. I'm not sure I would recommend it as a primary carry gun mainly because I don't like manual safeties, but since you are thinking primarily range, definitely try the Browning High Power. I had a Beretta 92G and got rid of it. Kept the BHP when it came time to trim things down. I've shot the SIG before. It is super accurate, but I didn't like how tall the slide is. With the aluminum frame, it seems like an awful lot of the weight rides high in my hand. Just one more time (3 times in the magic number for subliminal brainwashing), try the Browning High Power.
 
You really need to try both out and make a decision. It should not be too hard to find a place that rents both.

My preference is the P226 and I bought two of them I like them so much. Magazine prices are not an issue with the P226 because one can buy Mecgar 18 round flush fit 9MM magazines for the P226 for around $22 each.

Since you are used to striker fired pistols I suggest you try the Walther PPQ pistol also.
 
Until you pull the DA trigger....
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Mine was smooth as butter right out of the box, a little heavy so I changed to a lighter spring. The DA is a little far for people with smaller hands that's only down side I can think of on the 75b. But if it's a range only gun I guess a CZ 75SA would be the way to go.

Hi power is a nice gun to lol were not really helping you narrow things down.
 
Go with the 92, put in a "D" hammer spring to lighten both the DA/SA trigger pulls, and if it's a range toy don't worry about the safety/decocker! :)
 
Truth be told, if it's only going to be a "range toy," then it really doesn't matter what he picks.
 
I went through the same thing a couple of years ago and determined I like the 75B better than all the others. Really glad I did, great gun. Can't say I ever missed the G17. However, they're all good, just depends on your preferences. Of the 2 you mention, I'd take the Sig. The Beretta's a tad big to me and I don't like the slide safety as others have mentioned.
 
I've shot both a lot. Both are nice. Sig feels slightly better in my hands. I don't like external safties. Based primairly on how each felt is how I reccomend you choose. Rest won't really matter as both good solid guns.
 
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