Glock 17 or Baby Eagle?

I would go with the Glock over the Eagle.
I have handled and shot both (own a G17 as well) and I find that I enjoy my Glock a lot more than the Eagle.
Mind you the recoil in the Eagle is much less than the G17 as it is an all metal gun.
Shoot them both and then decide.
DVC indoor range has both for rental guns, head over there and shoot them. That is the best way to decide.
 
I'm a late convert to Glock. The more I shoot it, the more I like it. Parts are cheap and easy to find.

Being able to carry concealed, I appreciate the light weight. There's a Glock community out there, a whole culture.

Since Glock prices dropped, they have become a bit of a bargain.

And, you can fix it yourself with the bare minimum of tools. Parts are everywhere.
 
vancityguy said:
i went in store today to handle the guns i was considering. i crossed the sig sp2022, s&w m&p off my list. i am now trying to decide between the glock 17 and the baby eagle 9mm. i really like the feel of both guns. i would appreciate any input.

Thanks!
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Just add a little more and get yourself a P226 or a USP.
 
vancityguy said:
i am pretty new to semi auto pistols. i wanted to keep things basic which is why i was leaning towards the g17 and baby eagle.
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By basic do you means "easy to use" or "cheap"? If it's the former, Glock and Baby Eagle aren't any more basic than Sig and HK. If you are concerned about price, you can get a brand new P226 from Questar for $900, which is about what you would pay for a Baby Eagle. When it comes to cars and guns (and other mechanical things), Germans really do it best.
 
vancityguy said:
i mean easy to use, a basic shooter. i don't want anything cheap. the guy at the store had recommended the glock 17(which i already wanted), and the baby eagle. i did also take a look at the sig sp2022 and didn't really like it, is the p226 pretty similar minus the polymer on the 2022?
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No, the P226 is a totally different pistol and is a lot more ergonomic in my opinion. All semi-auto pistols are pretty easy to use. Believe me, unless you are mentally and/or physically disabled, you would not have any trouble, as long as you follow all the safety rules.
 
It is no contest between the G17 and the Baby Eagle. I've owned both and the Baby Eagle was a disappointment.
Have another look at the M&P before you make your final decision... ;)
 
try shooting them. feeling them in the store doesn't do them justice. you don't test drive a car by sitting in the parking lot. (you'll change your mind on the m&p after you shoot it, it turns into a ###y beast!)
 
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vancityguy said:
i understand not liking the baby eagle but calling it a pos, isn't that a little extreme? elaborate on that?
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what does it offer that CZ or Tang hasnt already done? Its not even made by IMI either, just assembled.

Its an overpriced product.

For the money there are better choices.

After reading this thread, I just went online and bought a nice new 226..

Thanks Questar:D

The Glock is very easy to shoot, I would say the USP is the hardest of the lot mentioned to shoot well- due to bulky grip and high bore axis. The Smith MP is very nice..but have heard some recent bugs repoted on them. But they are cheap and point well. The Glock 17 is simple, easy to shoot and functions perfectly.

What you really need to do is buy them all...

HK
Sig
Glock
 
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I am up in the air on this decision. Why? The Baby Eagle (Tanfoglio) is a CZ clone with a slide mounted safety. I hold CZ and Tanfoglio pistols in very high regard as do others (see review). I also love my Glocks! In the end, see if you can shoot both and pick the one that feels and shoots best for you Regards, Richard:)

Baby Eagle review:
http://www.gunblast.com/RKCampbell_BabyDesertEagle.htm
 
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Dragoon said:
Hmmmmm, like Ferrari, Maserati & Lambourghini? :rolleyes:

BTW, Baby Eagles are manufactured by Tanfoglio :eek:
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Yeah if you want a $300, 000.00 + car that breaks down after 20 000km and cost $1000 for an oil change.... thats like comparing a p226 to a gold plated
.50cal desert eagle with diamonds for sights....

but if you have ever owned of driven a german car you would understand :)
And I dont mean the peoples car (VW) ;)

And I agree with pistols between the sig and the m&p I like shooting my m&p because its what I carry... but the sig is far better made u can tell just buy cocking them or feeling how they shoot.

DEUTSCHLAND all the way haha!
 
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