looking for sugestions on a new 40 S&W
- Thread starter Willieno59
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If you just want a reasonably-priced .40S&W which is all-metal (and although I LOVE my USP in .45, USP's are polymer-framed), look at a Beretta 96D. DAO ex-LE models can be found in the high $400's to mid $500's from places like P&D in Edmonton (a supporting dealer), Wolverine Supplies (also supporting), and other places like Police Ordnance.
I've got a 96D, and love it for the fun factor.
-M
I've got a 96D, and love it for the fun factor.
-M
hatman1793
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G35
Buy a damn Glock 35. Accuracy every bit as good as the other guys. And set up for competition. Unbeatable for the money...
Buy a damn Glock 35. Accuracy every bit as good as the other guys. And set up for competition. Unbeatable for the money...
Although your preference is for an "all metal" pistol, I'd really suggest that you try an M&P40. It is the softest shooting .40cal pistol I've ever owned (and that includes the snappy (but accurate) G35, the horribly inaccurate Vertec 96, the way-too-heavy Baby Eagle .40 and the ancient Browning HP and others. It's very accurate right OOTB with a very decent trigger. Don't be fooled by the feel of the trigger at the gun counter.....you have to shoot the M&P to appreciate how nice it is. The interchangeable back straps allow you to "tailor" the grip to your own preference.
Many "all metal" pistols have plastic grips ya know.
Many "all metal" pistols have plastic grips ya know.
I own the Beretta 96D and I really enjoy it. It shoots nice and even though I am a beginner with this handgun, if I take my time I can get it to a 6"-7" group. An experienced shooter freind of mine cuts that in half. I don't find an issue with the DAO personally. I took my 17 year old son out last week and this is the first hangun he has ever fired, and managed 9 out of 10 on a 8.5"x11" paper on the second clip.
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A sig 226, or anything from Para Ordanance, awesome company, and Canadian too.
It's funny how you say all metal, but people insist on suggesting plastic guns.
I own a P229 SAS. It's my favorite pistol, out of all my others, by far. My first Sig was a 226, and it was a little on the big side. That's why I went with a 229. The people who are suggesting the 226 have either never shot a 229, or have big hands... So handle them both and make the 229 vs. 226 decision for yourself.
People are basically going to suggest that you buy the gun they own/like. So make sure you go out and handle something before you make a decision. Something like a P226 or a 96D may not fit your hand comfortably.
I own a P229 SAS. It's my favorite pistol, out of all my others, by far. My first Sig was a 226, and it was a little on the big side. That's why I went with a 229. The people who are suggesting the 226 have either never shot a 229, or have big hands... So handle them both and make the 229 vs. 226 decision for yourself.
People are basically going to suggest that you buy the gun they own/like. So make sure you go out and handle something before you make a decision. Something like a P226 or a 96D may not fit your hand comfortably.
hatman1793
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
6Star is right.
6Star gets another star for a brutally honest reply. I had an BHP in 40 and I have a Vertec 96. 6Star is right, the Vertec sprays rounds all over the target. The BHP has that really terrible teeter-totter trigger. No way whatso ever to fix that. I do like the fine S&W M&P in 9mm, but draw the line at the 40 version if you are firing 180 grainers. 40 caliber has almost the same recoil as 45acp, the only reason to go to 40 is the increased mag capacity.[unless you go to a lighter bullet] My pal Rick just got the Magma Engineering semi-auto bullet caster. Magma has some very nice lighter 40 caliber bullets: 135RN, 145CN, 155CN.
Although your preference is for an "all metal" pistol, I'd really suggest that you try an M&P40. It is the softest shooting .40cal pistol I've ever owned (and that includes the snappy (but accurate) G35, the horribly inaccurate Vertec 96, the way-too-heavy Baby Eagle .40 and the ancient Browning HP and others. It's very accurate right OOTB with a very decent trigger. Don't be fooled by the feel of the trigger at the gun counter.....you have to shoot the M&P to appreciate how nice it is. The interchangeable back straps allow you to "tailor" the grip to your own preference.
Many "all metal" pistols have plastic grips ya know.
6Star gets another star for a brutally honest reply. I had an BHP in 40 and I have a Vertec 96. 6Star is right, the Vertec sprays rounds all over the target. The BHP has that really terrible teeter-totter trigger. No way whatso ever to fix that. I do like the fine S&W M&P in 9mm, but draw the line at the 40 version if you are firing 180 grainers. 40 caliber has almost the same recoil as 45acp, the only reason to go to 40 is the increased mag capacity.[unless you go to a lighter bullet] My pal Rick just got the Magma Engineering semi-auto bullet caster. Magma has some very nice lighter 40 caliber bullets: 135RN, 145CN, 155CN.
Ruger KP944
I recently purchased a KP944 in .40 S&W. I had similar reservations about "plastic" guns. I really like my gun. The de-#### mechanism is a nice safety feature for me, and the trigger pull is very comfortable in both SA and DA. I felt the price was very acceptable for what I got. Several other guys have positively commented on the operation of the pistol as well. The only change I am planning to make is a hogue grip. I hope this helps. Bottom line find a decent quality gun that is comfortable for you.
I recently purchased a KP944 in .40 S&W. I had similar reservations about "plastic" guns. I really like my gun. The de-#### mechanism is a nice safety feature for me, and the trigger pull is very comfortable in both SA and DA. I felt the price was very acceptable for what I got. Several other guys have positively commented on the operation of the pistol as well. The only change I am planning to make is a hogue grip. I hope this helps. Bottom line find a decent quality gun that is comfortable for you.
