Why should I own a polymer pistol in Canada?

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After purging my safe in the last few months, I’m left with 3 handguns. A 9mm CZ-75 tactical sport, CZ-97 .45 acp and a S&W TRR-8 .357 magnum.
I’ve got an itch to add something new. I’ve always thought that everyone should own a polymer pistol and I’ve owned a m&p9 and Glock 17 in the last few years. They were trouble free, and shot fine. I just found after a 3-400 round session at the range, I liked shooting the heavier steel guns much more. The weight obviously absorbed more recoil.
Weren’t plastic pistols mainly designed to be lighter for carrying all day? If we’re not allowed to carry, why beat yourself up at the range all day? I’m not recoil sensitive at all. I’m 6’4” 250lbs and work with my hands all day.
My local wss has the canik 9mm for a good price and I’m tempted. I just need a little push... should everyone own a polymer pistol?
 
Should everyone own a polymer pistol? No
Should everyone own whatever they want? Absolutely

It's only money and you can't take it with you. Buy the Canik and see how she is. If the wife/significant other gives you grief, blame me.
 
Ganderite said:
Feel the trigger on the CAnik 9tpfsx before buying any otyher tupperware pistol.
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I more than likely won’t be able to try the trigger as it’s wss. Honestly though, I’ve found the triggers on most of the striker fired pistols to be pretty much the same. Are the hammer fired polymer pistols comparable to steel guns?
 
Shoot what works for you and more importantly what you enjoy!!!

I found some polymer pistols (Walthers) are exquisitely accurate.
 
BigRobb said:
I more than likely won’t be able to try the trigger as it’s wss. Honestly though, I’ve found the triggers on most of the striker fired pistols to be pretty much the same. Are the hammer fired polymer pistols comparable to steel guns?
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Not all poly pistol triggers are the same. The tp9sa has an awesome trigger, miles ahead of a g17 and the M&P9.
 
trebor2880 said:
Everyone should own a 1911 and a Glock 17, so they can prove to themselves that the 1911 is superior.:)
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There's not much I like about 1911s.
Not crazy about the grip angle, don't like SAO (or hammers in general), not a fan of .45, hate safeties.
And while not difficult at all, it's takedown method is more tedious.
Just not my cup of tea
 
trebor2880 said:
Everyone should own a 1911 and a Glock 17, so they can prove to themselves that the 1911 is superior.:)
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Nice.

I no longer own any polymer pistols and won't consider another unless I get into IDPA. Yes they're simple, durable, and reliable; very utilitarian, but uninspiring to me. Triggers on hammer SAO guns are superior, I prefer the weighted feel, and I perform better with SAO hammer guns.

That said, you need to figure it out for yourself because I can't tell you what you'll like and what will work well for you. In fact, you should probably buy a bunch and let us know your conclusions. X-mas is around the corner after all - you owe yourself a gift or three.
 
TT1900 said:
Nice.

I no longer own any polymer pistols and won't consider another unless I get into IDPA. Yes they're simple, durable, and reliable; very utilitarian, but uninspiring to me. Triggers on hammer SAO guns are superior, I prefer the weighted feel, and I perform better with SAO hammer guns.

That said, you need to figure it out for yourself because I can't tell you what you'll like and what will work well for you. In fact, you should probably buy a bunch and let us know your conclusions. X-mas is around the corner after all - you owe yourself a gift or three.
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The most sensible statement made on this entire forum in months!
It seems so foreign when someone is kindly offering their thoughts and opinion instead of ramming it down someone's throat while screaming "I'm right!!".
 
I just like all metal handguns. 1911's just work for me. Another handgun that I shoot great with?
My 1942 P08 Luger. Metal magic. I do own one poly handgun (Sig P250) but it doesnt excite me to shoot because it doesnt have "historic panache". I dont compete, so handgunning is just about the fun factor to me.
 
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TT1900 said:
Nice.

I no longer own any polymer pistols and won't consider another unless I get into IDPA. Yes they're simple, durable, and reliable; very utilitarian, but uninspiring to me. Triggers on hammer SAO guns are superior, I prefer the weighted feel, and I perform better with SAO hammer guns.

That said, you need to figure it out for yourself because I can't tell you what you'll like and what will work well for you. In fact, you should probably buy a bunch and let us know your conclusions. X-mas is around the corner after all - you owe yourself a gift or three.
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I feel like I must be missing something. I just don’t see the point of a light pistol for range use.
The polymer guns all feel good in the hand for the most part. I shot accurately with the few I’ve had.
I’ll probably end up trying it. You never know I suppose.
 
As someone who started shooting pistols with polymer guns, I'm the opposite, I have no idea why someone would want a steel gun?
Ok, don't all get your knickers in a twist, I'm just kidding!! I've had the chance to shoot a few steel guns and they are ok, I just prefer the weight and simplicity of a striker fired polymer gun. It's a personal thing, but being a lefty I hate manual safeties, they are always a pita for me to operate and I don't really see the benefit to a heavier gun, I find it no quicker to get back on target for me personally. I started shooting IDPA this year, so perhaps with that focus there is less appeal to me for a steel gun, I hear the Shadows kick ass in IPSC, maybe if I get into that someday a steel gun will appeal to me more.
 
Just gonna leave this here... :)

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