Input on a new 9mm

[Fretman]

Wolverine has the Shadow on sale right now for just a bit more, money well spent.

 

[Fretman]

I was surprised how good the CZ Shadow was right from the box. I think it's worth the extra few bucks.
There's nothing to do, but take it to the range. Trigger was 3.5lbs S/A, accurate, reliable and tight with no tweaking.

Well, I did do a trigger job later so the single action is crisper, but in reality was only for my own satisfaction.

I am looking to spend about $600 (not much, I know) on a new pistol. I would like a steel frame and preferably 9mm. Looking at a Jericho 941 range kit right now. Possibly a SAM Sigma 9 stainless or a blued Commander 1911 in 9mm. Also debating just getting another 45 and going with a Thunderbolt since the prices are so good right now. Any suggestions on something else in this price range? Or should I spend the extra $250 or so dollars and go to the CZ 75 SP-01 Shadow? I'd rather not as I also want to get a 22LR conversion for my SR1911 and funds are limited.

SAM is coming out with a 9mm Thunderbolt too.

 

[Dagmaar]

Just wanted to say thank you again to everyone for their input. Here is what my handgun collection looks like now:

I sold both the M&P 9 and the Alfa Proj 2251 to fund the CZ and a bunch of 9mm and 45ACP ammo (and some 22LR even though I can't shoot it at this time).

Sweet !

 

[ianfroese]

I really like Sigs, and from what I've heard the Norinco clones are pretty decent. So I'd say get yourself a Sig pattern Norinco. They are rather inexpensive as well.

 

[st1264]

I really like Sigs, and from what I've heard the Norinco clones are pretty decent. So I'd say get yourself a Sig pattern Norinco. They are rather inexpensive as well.

Or get one of the reconditioned Grade II Sig's for about $700. Find a used one from the EE for similar price. Just bought a Sig 2022 and if you like 226's, you'll love that one (even though it's a polymer pistol). $569 or so brand new.

Only other pistol even close to your $600 limit would be a bare bones CZ75, great pistol right out of the box.