Handgun choice between these four?

"There can be only ONE"

  • Sig p226

    Votes: 146 42.4%

  • Browning Hi-Power Mark III

    Votes: 48 14.0%

  • Beretta 92FS

    Votes: 35 10.2%

  • Glock (17 or 22)

    Votes: 104 30.2%

  • an Airsoft model: because real guns can hurt someone

    Votes: 11 3.2%
  • Total voters
    344
I have owned both a Sig 228 and a Glock 17. To be quite honest, I liked them both; but for different reasons.

The Sig has 6 external items that can be manipulated (trigger, hammer, take-down lever, de-cocker and mag release) while you play and mess around with it while you watch COPS on tv. :D Out at the range however, only the trigger and mag release really get used. I also found that the Sig seemed to have a snappier recoil than the Glock. I think it has to do with the fact that the slide and barrel are higher up on the Sig.

The Glock has only 3 external items that can be manipulated. (trigger, take-down lever and mag release) It is quite a bit lighter (by 0.2kg according to guns.ru) than the Sig but also seems to shoot softer. I have found that I shoot better with it as well. At 25 yd, I went from shooting about 60% in the 10 zone to about 90%. I wouldn't say that one pistol is more accurate than the other, just that I personally shoot the Glock better.

The biggest deciding factor for me was the trigger pull. The Glock has the same trigger pull from the first shot to the last. As long as you only shoot your Sig for fun, this will be no problem as you can manually #### the hammer before you start shooting. But if you ever decide to compete (or, heaven forbid, you need it to protect yourself) the consistent trigger pull will probably make life easier for you.

The above is only my opinion and not to be taken for anything else other than that. I just wanted to help give the Glock a fair shake. :)

mmatt
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I had a Sig...wasn't as reliable as my Beretta...

Just did a BB course with my 92 I think it was the only gun that didn't jam during the course. wasn't a big class but still...

I'd replace the Hi power with CZ if I were you.

ps: 90two model has a a rail ;)
 
In this sort of firearms-related dilemma, one should always ask WWJCD.

No, not What Would Jesus Christ Do, What Would Jeff Cooper Do.

And lo, He would mock thee for not going for a 1911 in The One True Caliber, and cast aspersions upon thy manliness.

That being said, I would go for the Hi-Power, because of the firearms you list, it alone arose from the genius of the Prophet John Moses Browning (PBUH).

http://www.frfrogspad.com/jmb.htm

:D
 
Haha. I already have a mint condition Browning Hi-Power (Canadian made Inglis model), which I will never sell ;)

I thought about adding the CZ, but didn't(?)

The next poll will be CZ 858 or Robarms XCR?

I do like CZ, but in this case I just think that the above listed handguns just outweigh it for history alone. Maybe I'm wrong though!?
There are several more handguns I could have added to the list but didn't - it would have been the largest poll running on CGN history!! How could anyone come to a decision :p
Seriously though, I am considering the Sig. The wife wants the Sig and won't let me get the Glock, and she speaks louder than I in this case :D
 
rdelliott said:
In this sort of firearms-related dilemma, one should always ask WWJCD.

No, not What Would Jesus Christ Do, What Would Jeff Cooper Do.

And lo, He would mock thee for not going for a 1911 in The One True Caliber, and cast aspersions upon thy manliness.

That being said, I would go for the Hi-Power, because of the firearms you list, it alone arose from the genius of the Prophet John Moses Browning (PBUH).

http://www.frfrogspad.com/jmb.htm

:D
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This is good stuff!!:D
 
I said a CZ because I own one of them along with a Sig Pro a Glock and shoot can shoot a the 226 and Beretta (spit) or Taurus 1911 any time.

If there was only one "god forbid" I would easily pick my CZ.
 
the XD is not bad but ive seen it jam a few times i shoot the 92 for idpa and its nice, and the 92fs has a rail but it may be hard to tell cus its got a slip on cover for the rail.
believe it or not i've seen a glock fail, the mag was so phucked that somehow the bullets jammed in the mag about half way down. i wish i had taken pics because it was really something to see first hand i think.(and i know what your all going to say: it was the shooters fault that the mag jammed. WELL IT WASN'T lol) but nice try
 
rdelliott said:
In this sort of firearms-related dilemma, one should always ask WWJCD.

No, not What Would Jesus Christ Do, What Would Jeff Cooper Do.

And lo, He would mock thee for not going for a 1911 in The One True Caliber, and cast aspersions upon thy manliness.

That being said, I would go for the Hi-Power, because of the firearms you list, it alone arose from the genius of the Prophet John Moses Browning (PBUH).

http://www.frfrogspad.com/jmb.htm

:D
Click to expand...

I too, would choose myself the Browning Mk III, (in 40 S&W) only because there was no 1911 in this list. :mad:

Yes I'm an old dinosaur.......no apologies from me, and rdelliot got it oh so right! ;)
 
Your Browning does not really compare to any as its single action and you're options are double action.

Beretta safety is good - rotates firing pin away from hammer in manner of speaking but is on slide and some people prefer frame - personal issue. Beretta unlikely to stove pipe (with cutout slide). Beretta does not have mag disconnect. Can get rear adjustable sight for under $70 out of US.

The CZ can be thought of as a double action Browning (borrowed a lot from the Browning design - and in turn been copied by a couple other manufacturers). Ejection port small, slide lower profile, more likely to give extraction issues and potentially harder to rack with other hand.

Glock, Beretta, and CZ fit hand quite differently and very different weights (polymer/steel, alloy/steel, steel/steel) - FS92 roughly 1.5x G17 weight and Shadow roughly 2x G17 weight.

Glock can easily upgrade trigger with spring kit and/or trigger bar (personally think safety on it iffy especially if instal the spring kit). It is one of those that have to own at some point. Why not the 34?

Just for consideration - HK PSP - accurate (fixed barrel), safe (7 pounds to deactivate grip safety - only 1 pound to hold), unlikely to jam (extractor optional, ejects without it).

No comment on the Sig, dont have one.
 
I'd suggest both Sig 226 in .40 S&W and Glock 22 (.40S&W)
it's only fair to compare in the same cal.

Just to make things clear:
I've owned a Glock 22 (sold)
& I've shot a Sig 226 in .40 S&W

things I like about Glock 22 (without upgrades/aftermarkets):
1: safety is on the trigger.
2: light weight
3: ease of use and maintenance
4: cost about $700 CAD
things I don't like about the Glock 22:
1: heavy trigger (i think it's about 6lbs out of the box or something)
2: strike fire (Double Action only)
3: (this might be my opinion) I've had a few failure to extract (FTE) but that might be the brand of ammo (was using Remington and American Eagle at the time) (also in the mild-cold temp -18 Celsius)

things I like and love about the Sig 226:
1: heavier robust design (metal/alloy frame)
2: Single Action AND Double Action capable
3: Single Action trigger is accurate and is roughly at about 2-3 lbs (I LOVE THIS FEATURE)
4: Double Action trigger is a bit heavier at about 6-8 lbs. Also after first shot in DA, transition to SA for a more accurate and convenient handling.
5: De-#### lever for holster (if you're in law enforcement, I'd HIGHLY recommend the Sig 226 for this)
Things I don't like about the Sig 226
1: the lower accessories rail is a little loose for mounting lights and laser, as in there's wiggle room (I've checked this in 3 different Sig 226 and it's the same thing) **The Glock locks the accessories rail pretty tight but it is polymer. **tested with the same tac-light as the Sig 226**
2: In my own opinion and experience the muzzle jump is just a little more then the Glock (Could be because the slide is slightly higher then the Glock)


Alright with that said, if anyone would like to add more info into that you're all more than welcome to. (Or correct me) :)

Though I do prefer the Sig 226 better/over the Glock 22
Another thing to add is that the SIG 226 is SUPER ACCURATE when firing in Single Action. I can nail x at 50 meters *standing-no support*
Vs.
Glock=I could hit around 8~9 ring in man size target at 50 meters *standing-no support*
 
Of the pistols listed, choose the BHP. Unless you need it to meet some competition rules, double action is overrated.

Interestingly, the standard capacity magazines for the .40 version actually hold 10 rounds.

If you want a crunchenticker, I would take a serious look at a CZ or Tanfoglio.
 
Results are just the way they should be in my opinion given the choice. Handle a Sig once and you are hooked. Would have made it a little more interesting if 1911 was in there. Glad to see the old HP beating the 'Italian Steel' almost two to one.
 
GLOCK 17, light weight they seems don`t break, about 2200 round thro mine, my friend shot 8000 thro his glock 17, no jam several FFT due the bad ammo, SIG 226 is nice too
 
For me in 9mm I'd rank 'em:

1. BHP MkIII

2. Glock

3. Beretta

4. Sig

Nothing wrong with any of 'em I just ranked 'em in my order of preference. The BHP and the Glock could interchange for me in 9mm or .40 cal.

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