A change in my decision

[steelslaver]

I did a bit of the bashing. There is nothing at all wrong with a Glock as a self defense weapon and it has a lot to recommend it for that role.

But comparing it to a S&W is a bit of apples and oranges and the only reference to self defense made by OP was "I wanted a good stopping round like the .357 mag but I wanted less recoil"

Part of the bashing came from originally posting in the S&W revolver section. If I hurt any feeling I hope they heal and develop into calluses.

I personally will continue to carry revolver. Why, especially in light of the fact that I think rounds like the 45 acp (and 44 spec) are the top of heap for self defense? Because I have shot way more rounds out of a revolver and will continue to do so. Operating a revolver is now second nature to me. Simple dependable. The chances I will ever be in a situation where I need a high round count are winning the big lotto low.

If I was a young LEO I might well look at it way different.

 

[lrrifleman]

I guess I will wade into this. I am personally a fan of Smiths and 1911s, with a mission specific Mauser HSc. In one respect, I think that many here missed a wise move on the OP's part. In many respects, if I HAD to use a sidearm in self defense, I would rather lose a piece of Tupperware than one of my prized sidearms.

Working as a range safety officer last week at my club's GSSF match helped to bring me back to reality, though. Of the about 100 or so shooters that passed through my station, few shooters could clear the plates in much under 10 seconds with just 6 shots. That got me thinking. About 25 years ago, I belonged to a club that had a Wednesday night fun night, where one night was PPC, another bullseye, another plates, and another bowling pins. On the plates and pins, I was able to regularly clean the table using my K38s or my 27 (fired SA) with never more than 6 shots in under 10 seconds. Many people used Glock 17Ls with a reload to clear the 5 plates or pins. I am of the belief that I can do well with my wheelguns.

At that time, ages ago, I was given the opportunity to try a 17L. It just didn't fit my hand well, and I wasn't able to hit consistently with it. At that time, I realized, to each his own.

Personally, I hope that I never have to use one of my prized sidearms in self defense, because I can't bring myself to accept losing one if I have to defend myself. In this instance, for me, that is the only reason that I would consider Tupperware.

 

[glenncal1]

I understand making smart financial decisions and there is nothing terribly wrong with a Glock. We all need something to throw in the truck and not worry about. Remember, a timex and a rolex both tell time but they are a different price for a reason.

Never heard of grandpa passing down his glock...

At 60 years old I have spent a lot of my money on fine guns, good whiskey and women. The rest I just wasted.

Most of us on the board have some less expensive guns for various reasons, but we truly enjoy the classic, quality revolvers.

 

[cbhsgh]

At 60 years old I have spent a lot of my money on fine guns, good whiskey and women. The rest I just wasted.



Most of us on the board have some less expensive guns for various reasons, but we truly enjoy the classic, quality revolvers.

I am the originator of this post and I have enjoyed reading the responses to my Glock 21 purchase. I never implied that semi-autos were better than revolvers, and I certainly never said Glocks were higher quality than a S&W. I only said I bought the G21 to save a little money and to have a little less recoil than a .357. I fully plan on eventually buying that S&W 627 so I have a .357. I used to have a Dan Wesson .357 with a six inch barrel and I loved it. I am 71 years old and this gun collecting is what keeps me happy. Sorry for all the turmoil I caused by posting this on a S&W revolver forum, but I am planning on buying that S&W revolver. It's a real piece of work.


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[29-1]

****Just found out that the G**** group is also considered a Sanctuary Forum for Millennials in particular, and provides an online safe space for its members as well as counselors standing by 24/7/365 to get you through those regretful moments of deciding to purchase any firearm other than S&W. I just visited it as a guest and found it a homey yet some what 'plastic' experience. Just messing with you cbhsgh. My LEO bride carries one too, but not by choice. There is still time for you, hopefully.****
Chuck

 

[HOUSTON RICK]

Most of us would have kept on for the S&W 627, but there is nothing wrong with a Glock.

 

[shouldazagged]

...Sorry for all the turmoil I caused by posting this on a S&W revolver forum, but I am planning on buying that S&W revolver... .

You didn't cause the turmoil. And you aren't on a Smith revolver forum, you're on a sub-forum specifically for guns and knives of other brands. Exactly where your post should have gone. I think some folks forgot that.

You don't owe anybody an apology.

 

[retiredbadge8091]

It's the difference between buying a car to get to work or buying a ragtop or a muscle car. The first example is a GLOCK. But I get it and own a couple of GLOCKS for work too.