Best 10 mm Semi-Auto / Opinions welcomed!

cometpx4 · Jan 25, 2017

10mm

In past 20 years I have had: 1076, 1086, 1006, G29, G20, Delta Elite, Dan Wesson silverback, Smith 610 3 and 7/8's barrel, 610 Lew Horton 3" with unfluted cylinder, (kick myself for parting with that one) and I have one now-a G40 5.5" longslide.
Best 10mm I have ever owned or shot, hands down, to the point where i take it and 100 rounds on every range trip including my "revolver day" at the range.

k22fan · Jan 25, 2017

bobcat3388,

First decide what kind of trigger action you want, DA/SA, stricker fired, SA, or some other favorite. Next decide how heavy a pistol you want and how important the pistol's mechanical ability to shoot tight groups at longer range is. After that, shop for a specific model.

By the way, you can edit your first post then using edit/advanced delete the whole second post.

BearBio · Jan 25, 2017

I chose the Glock 20.

dusty3030 · Jan 25, 2017

I have a Glock 20SF. Love it.

Iggy · Jan 25, 2017

I've been packing these two Dan Wesson 10mms off and on since 2003.

Top is Govt Model, Bottom CCO configuration.
Lots of rounds down the barrels over the years. So far so good.

shocker · Jan 25, 2017

I give credit to Glock for keeping the 10 alive during it's long hibernation.
I've got a 29SF. I went to an aftermarket barrel for shooting cast, and a heavier recoil spring to keep the brass from being ejected into the next county.
Couple of friends have the Rock Island 10 and like it. For 600 and change it's a good balance of performance vs. cost.

Lewel · Jan 25, 2017

I have a couple of 10mm guns. I like my Sig 220, It feels and shoots good. I like the fact it is a current production gun. I have a S&W 1066 that is a pleasure to shoot. It seems a little trimmer than the Sig. The only drawback to it is that it is no linger made & parts can be a problem to find. I have not needed ant yet but it is something to think about.Both of these guns make shooting 10mm pleasant. I have a Ruger Blackhawk that I am having converted to shoot 10mm & 40 S&W. I think it will be interesting to compare it to the 10mm autos.

bobcat3388 · Jan 25, 2017

Many Thanks

First of all, thanks to all who have shared their opinions. I have been looking around at some of the gun auction sites at the different options available. My purpose for having a 10mm is to have the availability to have one "in the stable." I would also spend range time and take it out as a hunting back up. I currently have a .44 mag for that purpose, but want to have the option for something else as well.
I just found one of the new Delta Elites for a decent price. It is a "special edition," that is cerakoted in FDE. It is a great looking gun, but my dilemma is whether to lean toward that or stay with the traditional SS finish. I will also check out the STI, as it resembles the CZ/Bren Ten platform.
Thanks again for all of the input.

Mike0251 · Jan 25, 2017

Silverback on my list in March. Can't wait!

ImprovedModel56Fan · Jan 25, 2017

I own only one, a 1026 my son gave me. Have mags. POI = POA with the stock Novaks. The recoil is not a problem with this strong and wind-resistant gun.

I can see where it would pay to try out a Delta Elite to see whether the recoil was acceptable. One would fit my hand better, although the 1026 is acceptable.

Hand size and reaction to recoil are individual attributes that will affect the answer.

Jessie · Jan 25, 2017

I already have a Glock 41 so I'm thinking of just getting a G40 slide assembly with the 4 bases for the optics.
It's a couple of hundred dollars cheaper with no transfer fee which is nice.
I just have not made the leap yet. I can see a use for the 10mm, especially out of a 6" barrel with a red dot.
Of course, when it comes to guns, I'm very easily convinced of practicalities.

colt_saa · Jan 25, 2017

The choices of good firearms is rather large. As sugessted above, deciding on a trigger, action or platform style will narrow the field for you.

The SIG P220 is a great DA/SA platform for the 10MM Auto cartridge. I have had mine 6+ years now. I really like it as an overall firearm

My Colt Delta Gold Cup is exceptionally accurate. One of the most accurate autoloaders I own

I wish that Colt would revive the Gold Cup chambered for the 10MM Auto cartridge. This was discussed with Colt managment at this years SHOT Show. Unfortunately it is not in the cards at the moment. Colt did release a second variation of the Delta Government model at the 2017 SHOT Show, it has a equipment rail for those folks that like flashlights and lasers hanging off their firearm

The long discontinued Smith and Wesson 10xx family of auto loaders are both robust and soft shooting. However they have been climbing in price over the past few years. Parts and magazines are getting hard to find

EAA has some great pistols in their ELITE line. The Match Elite is a solid performer at a reasonable price. I am very fond of the Elite Pro.

There is also the Witness Hunter with it's 6" barrel and SA trigger it is a fine gun

Now the Smith and Wesson 310/610 family of revolvers opens up interesting territory

Since revolvers chambered for auto-loading cartridges head space on the moon clip and not the case mouth, this revolver can safely chamber and fire both the 10MM Auto cartridge and the 40 S&W. This gives you a very large selection of factory ammunition.

For those that hand load, the chambers on the 310/610 revolvers can be lengthened to accept the 10MM Magnum cartridge. This cartridge can give you an extra 200-400 FPS in velocity over the 10MM Auto cartridge

Then we come to custom built and converted firearms chambered for the 10MM Auto cartridge

Smith and Wesson's CS40 is built on the 45ACP frame and uses 10MM Auto magazines with a spacer in the back. It is a wonderful platform for a 24 ounce, 6+1 round, CS10 conversion

For something a bit larger and carrying one more round the Smith and Wesson 4013/4014/4053/4054 are also easy 10MM Auto conversions. Here is a 1014

The Mauser M2 is another great conversion gun. Due to the rotating barrel design this is the softest shooting pistol that I have ever fired that was chambered in 10MM Auto. It is a bit wide for some folks, but is holds 10+1 and is built like a tank

My favorite though is the 6" 1911 long slide that I built a few summers ago. The 6" barrel is a Briley mathc barrel with theur spherical bushing. The trigger rides on ball bearings for a very light, repeatable and safe trigger pull. The Aristocrat sight allows for 3 different ammunitions (or distances) to be set up all at once, very convienient fir hunting especially if you have a laser rangefinder on hand.

Obviously I am a Fan of the 10MM Auto cartridge. Hopefully you will become one also

joebiker · Jan 25, 2017

Being a Glock and CZ fan my recent acquisition of a Glock twenty has scratched that itch if I feel the need for another it will be a Witness. I love the G20.

tlawler · Jan 25, 2017

colt_saa said:
The choices of good firearms is rather large. As sugessted above, deciding on a trigger, action or platform style will narrow the field for you.

The SIG P220 is a great DA/SA platform for the 10MM Auto cartridge. I have had mine 6+ years now. I really like it as an overall firearm

My Colt Delta Gold Cup is exceptionally accurate. One of the most accurate autoloaders I own

I wish that Colt would revive the Gold Cup chambered for the 10MM Auto cartridge. This was discussed with Colt managment at this years SHOT Show. Unfortunately it is not in the cards at the moment. Colt did release a second variation of the Delta Government model at the 2017 SHOT Show, it has a equipment rail for those folks that like flashlights and lasers hanging off their firearm

The long discontinued Smith and Wesson 10xx family of auto loaders are both robust and soft shooting. However they have been climbing in price over the past few years. Parts and magazines are getting hard to find

EAA has some great pistols in their ELITE line. The Match Elite is a solid performer at a reasonable price. I am very fond of the Elite Pro.

There is also the Witness Hunter with it's 6" barrel and SA trigger it is a fine gun

Now the Smith and Wesson 310/610 family of revolvers opens up interesting territory

Since revolvers chambered for auto-loading cartridges head space on the moon clip and not the case mouth, this revolver can safely chamber and fire both the 10MM Auto cartridge and the 40 S&W. This gives you a very large selection of factory ammunition.

For those that hand load, the chambers on the 310/610 revolvers can be lengthened to accept the 10MM Magnum cartridge. This cartridge can give you an extra 200-400 FPS in velocity over the 10MM Auto cartridge

Then we come to custom built and converted firearms chambered for the 10MM Auto cartridge

Smith and Wesson's CS40 is built on the 45ACP frame and uses 10MM Auto magazines with a spacer in the back. It is a wonderful platform for a 24 ounce, 6+1 round, CS10 conversion

For something a bit larger and carrying one more round the Smith and Wesson 4013/4014/4053/4054 are also easy 10MM Auto conversions. Here is a 1014

The Mauser M2 is another great conversion gun. Due to the rotating barrel design this is the softest shooting pistol that I have ever fired that was chambered in 10MM Auto. It is a bit wide for some folks, but is holds 10+1 and is built like a tank

My favorite though is the 6" 1911 long slide that I built a few summers ago. The 6" barrel is a Briley mathc barrel with theur spherical bushing. The trigger rides on ball bearings for a very light, repeatable and safe trigger pull. The Aristocrat sight allows for 3 different ammunitions (or distances) to be set up all at once, very convienient fir hunting especially if you have a laser rangefinder on hand.

Obviously I am a Fan of the 10MM Auto cartridge. Hopefully you will become one also

Who makes the wood grips shown on the 1006? I have found the aftermarket for 10xx grips pretty limited. Also like the grips on the longer barreled 610.

Has anyone considered A Chiappa.40 conversion to 10mm?

colt_saa · Jan 25, 2017

tlawler said:
Who makes the wood grips shown on the 1006? I have found the aftermarket for 10xx grips pretty limited. Also like the grips on the longer barreled 610.

These are the VERY First set of wood grips that Hogue made for the 3rd generation Smith and Wessons. Hogue had them mounted on a 4506 at the SHOT Show in Dallas many, many years ago. They left the SHOT Show with me thanks to the late Guy Hogue.

The good news is that Hogue still makes 3rd generation grips . . . The bad news is that these are made of Brazilian Rosewood which is no longer offered.

These grips on my 6 1/2" Model 610 are also from Hogue. They are made of Tulipwood. These are still available. The Hogue part number for N-Round, Tulipwood, checkered, no finger grooves is 25711.

I always order my Hogue grips with no finger grooves. They just fit me better that way.

Brian in Oregon · Jan 25, 2017

While I'm very happy with my 10mm Delta Gold Cup, I'd still like a DA/SA 10mm. Been looking for a Colt Double Eagle, but they've been long discontinued. SIG is now making their P220 in 10mm, but almost all production has been SAO, and I already have a SAO. When they made a SA/DA the way I want, I'll get one. I want a steel or stainless lower, not aluminum, on this version.

As for the "best" 10mm made, that's very subjective. Having said that, for a single action, the old Springfield Omega was probably the best. It had a very beefy slide and thus did not rely on very heavy springs. The Omega had dual extractors, though their purpose was to allow the slide to accommodate a wide variety of chamberings. They're still around. However, lack of parts make them pretty much an orphan.

Abflyboy · Jan 25, 2017

I had a Glock 20. Regret letting that one go ...

But I'm sure there will be another and most likely a Glock 40 to go with it.

TXSWFAN · Jan 25, 2017

Top-Nighthawk Heinie 10mm Longslide
Middle-Sig 220 10mm DA/SA
Bottom-Colt Delta Elite

Of the three, the Nighthawk is the smoothest, but it shreds brass. I don't reload so it's not a biggie to me.

The Sig and the Colt are both fine pistols. Very accurate and both function great. They go bang every time I pull the trigger, just like the Glocks.

BruceM · Jan 26, 2017

Smith 10xx series and SIG P220 SAO. I never was and never will be a fan of any 10mm 1911. Glocks are strong and reliable enough but I don't particularly care for them in any chambering.

Bruce

LVSteve · Jan 26, 2017

TXSWFAN said:
Top-Nighthawk Heinie 10mm Longslide
Middle-Sig 220 10mm DA/SA
Bottom-Colt Delta Elite

Of the three, the Nighthawk is the smoothest, but it shreds brass. I don't reload so it's not a biggie to me.

Inquiring minds wonder why it shreds brass and in what way?

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