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Glock 20
Sig P220
Ruger P97
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Glock 20
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Top five semi auto pistols
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bamabluesman
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I just don't get it
How on earth on a short list could all these people say
1911
CZ
Sig
BHP
And a lot of other fine weapons listed
And then include a Glock????????????????
How on earth on a short list could all these people say
1911
CZ
Sig
BHP
And a lot of other fine weapons listed
And then include a Glock????????????????
Ala Dan
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1. Les Baer Thunder Ranch Special
2. Ed Brown Executive Target *
3. Nighthawk Custom Talon *
4. Springfield Armory TRP Professional *
5. West German SIG-SAUER P220A
*FootNote- Denotes weapons that I do not own, yet~!
2. Ed Brown Executive Target *
3. Nighthawk Custom Talon *
4. Springfield Armory TRP Professional *
5. West German SIG-SAUER P220A
*FootNote- Denotes weapons that I do not own, yet~!
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Because they aren't totally daft? Your question is like asking how people could include Honda on a list of best motorcycle manufacturers.
IMHO the top 5 in terms of overall importance not based on objective criteria at all:
1911A1
BHP
Glock 17
Sig 220
CZ 75B
I know that's two JMB designs on the list but I think that when you look at the world at large, you have to pretty much put the BHP as the #1 pistol ever, and you can't talk about the BHP's design and development without looking back at the 1911. I put the 1911A1 on my list because imho it's probably the gun most of us are actually familiar with not the original 1911.
My personal 5:
XD45ACP
Ruger 22/45
Glock 19
1911A1
Mostly because that's what I've got... for #5 I'd add a want:
Sig 226 (want)
1911A1
BHP
Glock 17
Sig 220
CZ 75B
I know that's two JMB designs on the list but I think that when you look at the world at large, you have to pretty much put the BHP as the #1 pistol ever, and you can't talk about the BHP's design and development without looking back at the 1911. I put the 1911A1 on my list because imho it's probably the gun most of us are actually familiar with not the original 1911.
My personal 5:
XD45ACP
Ruger 22/45
Glock 19
1911A1
Mostly because that's what I've got... for #5 I'd add a want:
Sig 226 (want)
ADKWOODSMAN
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Colt .45 series 70--late 70's
S&W 27 OR 28 recessed chambers
S&W mod. 41 .22
Colt Woodsman
Ruger Security Six 3" for woods cary.
S&W 27 OR 28 recessed chambers
S&W mod. 41 .22
Colt Woodsman
Ruger Security Six 3" for woods cary.
Zen21Tao
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Sorry, too many to pick just 5.
ByAnyMeans
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In no particular order
1911
SIG 220
BHP
Glock 19
?
1911
SIG 220
BHP
Glock 19
?
1. 1911
Single stack, double stack, competition or defense, it doesn't matter. You can mold it to fit your needs, and when given the respect it demands, it will become an extension of your body and allow you to deliver fast and accurate rounds on target better than any other platform.
2. Glock
"Perfection", nothing is perfect, but the Glock comes pretty close as a service pistol imo. There is something to be said about simplicity, and the Glock led the way in the simple service pistol design imo. Load, point, and press. Low maintenance and light weight due to the use of polymer, and about as simple to use as an automatic pistol can be. Rugged, reliable, easy to operate, and low cost, it is no surprise that the Glock became so popular with LEO's and the public alike.
3 & 4. Springer XD and the Smith M&P series
Both have taken the Glock to a whole new level imo. Simple, low cost, and with better ergonomics. Excellent firearms for service and civilian use alike. Time will tell if they can unseat the Glock as the top polymer king.
5. CZ 75
THE excellent full metal full sized 9mm that feels more like a compact. The CZ improves on the BHP by adding double action capabilities, and an easier to manipulate thumb safety. The CZ is a well crafted and sturdy 9mm that can serve as either a service or defensive pistol with ease.
Single stack, double stack, competition or defense, it doesn't matter. You can mold it to fit your needs, and when given the respect it demands, it will become an extension of your body and allow you to deliver fast and accurate rounds on target better than any other platform.
2. Glock
"Perfection", nothing is perfect, but the Glock comes pretty close as a service pistol imo. There is something to be said about simplicity, and the Glock led the way in the simple service pistol design imo. Load, point, and press. Low maintenance and light weight due to the use of polymer, and about as simple to use as an automatic pistol can be. Rugged, reliable, easy to operate, and low cost, it is no surprise that the Glock became so popular with LEO's and the public alike.
3 & 4. Springer XD and the Smith M&P series
Both have taken the Glock to a whole new level imo. Simple, low cost, and with better ergonomics. Excellent firearms for service and civilian use alike. Time will tell if they can unseat the Glock as the top polymer king.
5. CZ 75
THE excellent full metal full sized 9mm that feels more like a compact. The CZ improves on the BHP by adding double action capabilities, and an easier to manipulate thumb safety. The CZ is a well crafted and sturdy 9mm that can serve as either a service or defensive pistol with ease.
LeontheProfessional
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Browning Buckmark
G22
G19
1911
G22
G19
1911
WRGADog
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Sig 226 Blackwater
Sig 220 Elite Dark
Beretta M9A1
Springfield XDm
Glock 30 SF
Sig 220 Elite Dark
Beretta M9A1
Springfield XDm
Glock 30 SF
Lastmohecken
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Colt Series 70 Government, possibly with a few enhancements.
Colt Steel Commander
Custom 1911's like Wilson, Ed Brown, etc.
Highpower, with a few enhancements
Smith and Wesson model 41
Colt Steel Commander
Custom 1911's like Wilson, Ed Brown, etc.
Highpower, with a few enhancements
Smith and Wesson model 41
searcher451
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Walther P5
Walther P99 and/or P99C
Walther P88C
Walther PP and/or PPK/S
Walther PPK
Walther P99 and/or P99C
Walther P88C
Walther PP and/or PPK/S
Walther PPK
speaksoftly
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Sig P226 SCT .40
Sig P229 SCT .40
Smith and Wesson M&P .40 Pro 5"
Smith and Wesson M&P .40 Compact
Beretta 90-Two .40
I think I teared up a little when looking back at that list. I'm a blessed man! Haha
Sig P229 SCT .40
Smith and Wesson M&P .40 Pro 5"
Smith and Wesson M&P .40 Compact
Beretta 90-Two .40
I think I teared up a little when looking back at that list. I'm a blessed man! Haha
General Tso
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In no particular order...
Glock 17
Beretta 92FS
Colt 1911
Sig 226
Springfield XDm
Glock 17
Beretta 92FS
Colt 1911
Sig 226
Springfield XDm
1) CZ 85 Combat.
2) BHP T series.
3) Bulgarian Makarov Circle 10.
4) Walther PPKS, Interarms.
5) Hi Standard Military 107.
I have allot more but just put these down. CZ 75 compact, S&W 6906, Beretta 87, Dedicated CZ Kadet. Hard to just pick 5. Colt 1991 A1. This could keep going.
2) BHP T series.
3) Bulgarian Makarov Circle 10.
4) Walther PPKS, Interarms.
5) Hi Standard Military 107.
I have allot more but just put these down. CZ 75 compact, S&W 6906, Beretta 87, Dedicated CZ Kadet. Hard to just pick 5. Colt 1991 A1. This could keep going.
coosbaycreep
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The 5 that I would most like to own/do own:
1. tec-9
2. broomhandle mauser
3. luger
4. desert eagle
5. uzi
as far as being useful/practical:
1. glock
2. mark II
3. keltec .32/.380
4. 1911
5. beretta 92
1. tec-9
2. broomhandle mauser
3. luger
4. desert eagle
5. uzi
as far as being useful/practical:
1. glock
2. mark II
3. keltec .32/.380
4. 1911
5. beretta 92
Fishman777
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My top 5
You may disagree, but here are mine...
1. Smith and Wesson M&P
2. Springfield XD
3. Beretta 92 series
4. BHP
5. 1911
You may disagree, but here are mine...
1. Smith and Wesson M&P
2. Springfield XD
3. Beretta 92 series
4. BHP
5. 1911
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Colt 70 series
Combat Commander
BHP
Kimber Ultra Aegis
HK usp 45acp
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