Can't seem to find the gun I'm looking for

[EastTN81]

I want something for bedside table/SHTF/range use. I've tried a lot of the popular handguns out there, but for one reason or another either I have a problem with the gun, or the public seems to have issues.

Glocks don't fit my hands, but I like the trigger, but I don't seem to be accurate with them due to the fit.

M&P doesn't feel that great either to me and the trigger sucks IMO (even with Apex components) it always feels plasticky or gritty to me even after a lot of rounds.

H&K USP and P30 feels great in my hand, but the USP has some stupid issues (prop. light rail and all plastic mags) and the P30's trigger just isn't for me, or at least the few I've tried. I like the USP vastly better. I've never got to shoot the USP, and I've heard that folks tend to pull to the left with them, which = not good for me because I already have that issue with Glocks.

Sig 226 would be my pick if it weren't for the horrible reputation Sig has these days. With that rep, it doesn't seem that price should be where it's at. I've heard of the CPO's, but they're apparently as rare as hen's teeth these days. I seem to be the most dead-on accurate with the Sig.

So, am I being too picky? I just want a good general use gun that's reliable and accurate (without me effecting it too much, I'm sure Glock's are plenty accurate, but not with me despite extensive training).

Also, is there some other diamond in the rough that I'm missing out there? I'd love a 9mm S&W TSW, but they're hard to find too, and I've honestly never shot one.

[Business_Casual]

Get some tier one training, you clearly have no idea what you are doing. LAV, Tigerswan, etc.

B_C

[wl518]

I recommend Han solo's e33 blaster. Low recoil, solid frame, unlimited ammunition, and good Penetration on stormtrooper armor. Also an excellent firearm for single hand draws.

[EastTN81]

Dang...I swear the address bar said m4carbine.net. Is there a server mix-up with arfcom?

[SteveL]

Have you looked at the FNs? I've never shot one, but a lot of people love them.

With regard to the HK USP, I had a full-sized .45 for several years and IMO it was a fantastic pistol. I shot quite well with mine and I didn't have the problem of pulling to the left you mentioned. The .45 uses metal body mags, but I believe the 9mm and .40 use polymer body mags. Don't Glocks also use polymer mags though?

Also what about a Beretta? Or a Springfield 1911?

ETA: I forgot to mention that you can get a rail adapter for the USP with a standard sized rail. I used one on my USP .45 to mount an X200. Surefire makes the adapter and so does another company that I can't recall at the moment. The Surefire rail is very high quality and adds virtually nothing to the weight or profile of the pistol.

[CaracalUSA]

I'm not joking here. Have you thought about a nice revolver? I would not hesitate to grab my model 19 if I heard a bump in the night. Like was suggested before. Shoot everything you can before you settle. Might I also suggest you find a small tac light to go with it or possibly a mounted light. Good Luck.

[varoadking]

Dang...I swear the address bar said m4carbine.net. Is there a server mix-up with arfcom?

Let me try to help...

As for the P30, the LEM seems to be a good option to to DA/SA that folks seem to dislike. I have one myself and do like it, though I prefer the Glock.

SiG still makes a good piece despite the increased QC issues. The 4 I have are some of the most accurate production pieces I own. They do not come with a great trigger, even the Elite's, and frankly, that's an issue for me. They aren't my first choice anymore, but they are still fine platforms...


If you have not tried Gen4 Glock, you may want to. The modular backstrap system has made them a clear favorite for me. From personal experience, I'd sugggest you give a Gen4 Glock 17 a try.

Can't comment on the M&P...they never appealed to me, and not sure I've even held, much less shot one...

[AR15thur]

- nevermind -

[EastTN81]

I'm not joking here. Have you thought about a nice revolver? I would not hesitate to grab my model 19 if I heard a bump in the night. Like was suggested before. Shoot everything you can before you settle. Might I also suggest you find a small tac light to go with it or possibly a mounted light. Good Luck.

I've not given it a lot of though honestly. If I could find one of the 8 round models or something I might be interested. Is mounting a rail or light adapter that big of a deal on a revolver?

[CaracalUSA]

It can be done but I would recommend learning to shoot with the pistol in one hand and light in the other. There are several methods available.