What to buy? A twin, a brother, or something totally different

[nefarmboy]

I got a good deal on a Sig P220 .45 here a couple months back. My intention (budget permitting) is to get a second semi auto. Both would be for home security if needed. My initial thought was to buy to Springfield 1911s 'til I found the Sig. Now my dilemma:

A) do I buy another P220 so that I have matching ammo, magazines, actions, etc.
B) Buy another Sig in a different caliber
or
C) just go with whatever comes up on a good deal regardless of Make and Model.

I guess the pros of having two of the same gun are kinda obvious. As well as the cons of getting something different. Maybe the more basic question is: does it matter? As long as I have two semi autos and keep them separate and am comfortable with both.

Anyway, need some clarifying suggestions and any experience you may have to share. Thanks.

 

[orchidhunter]

Stay with the same caliber, you can't go wrong with the .45ACP. orchidhunter

 

[JackOfAllTradesMasterAtNone]

I love 45acp...

But you gotta branch out a bit. A fine revolver in .38spl or .357mag. A .44spl is a great home defense round.

-Steve

 

[theken206]

another sig 220 but the one in SA only??

 

[orchidhunter]

A revolver,like the above poster says,but in .45ACP. orchidhunter

 

[oneounceload]

unless you want to spend $$$$ on different magazines, then get a twin that you already know inside and out - I say this because you said this a defensive gun - if it was just a fun gun or range gun, then get something different - once you have your backup/twin, THEN get that wheel gun...

 

[nefarmboy]

Ok, why the lower caliber revolvers? I think they're great for showing off and playing around with them. However, aren't they impractical for tactical situations? Harder to reload, smaller bullet capacity, harder trigger pull, etc.

 

[Neverwinter]

Here's a suggestion: get a Sig P229/226 in .40/.357. Then you're a barrel away from being able to enjoy three calibers.