rubicon923
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I own several Glocks and am very satisfied with them. However, polymer frame handguns in general may not last generations like metal framed handguns because the polymer may eventually become brittle and change it properties.
I don't want to debate the longevity of polymer gun frames. I've been thinking about getting one or more steel framed handguns (no alloy frames) and was wondering what you all would recommend. Here are my criteria:
1. steel frame
2. 9mm or .45 caliber
3. could be either a revolver or a semi-auto pistol
4. relatively trouble free
5. doesn't necessarily need to be capable of high round counts
6. good availability of spare parts
7. can be maintained by owner
I've been thinking of a Ruger GP100 (or SP101) .357 revolver or a CZ 75B. I have three 642/442 J-frames that are alloy (not steel), but not sure how rugged they will be over the long haul.
Anyway, looking for recommendations and rationale.
Thanks,
I don't want to debate the longevity of polymer gun frames. I've been thinking about getting one or more steel framed handguns (no alloy frames) and was wondering what you all would recommend. Here are my criteria:
1. steel frame
2. 9mm or .45 caliber
3. could be either a revolver or a semi-auto pistol
4. relatively trouble free
5. doesn't necessarily need to be capable of high round counts
6. good availability of spare parts
7. can be maintained by owner
I've been thinking of a Ruger GP100 (or SP101) .357 revolver or a CZ 75B. I have three 642/442 J-frames that are alloy (not steel), but not sure how rugged they will be over the long haul.
Anyway, looking for recommendations and rationale.
Thanks,