BEST AUTO PISTOLS YOU OWNED

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Yeah, I know it's a shameless copycat of the "Worst Auto" thread, but I'm a revolver snob. Anyway, I own and have carried many autos despite that and want to hear what you guys & gals hold in esteem for self loaders.

Cheers;
Lefty
 
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Several colt governments,combat commander,gold cup,kimber custom,springfield custom,ruger mark III. All reliable and accurate.
 
A West German Sig P228 & a Czech CZ75D-PCR are the top of the heap. Both guns make me a better shot than I usually am.

Next level down: a CS-9.
 
I'm quite fond of my Ruger SR9. 3k rounds later and still no problems. I've shot more expensive models but prefer the Ruger, it just feels right to me.
 
SIG 228

I've carried a pair of west german P228's in high threat potential bodyguard assignments back in the mid 80's and early 90's. Excellent pistols overall, still have one of them but it rarely leaves the safe. It is one of my "grab and run" guns, along with 6 loaded mags. This one has been rebuilt/refurbished by SIG and is about as reliable as my Colt 1911 and 1911-A1. Both of those are all military original and haven't choked or puked once in over 40 years...not once with any combination of ammo.

I alway's disliked the stock factory grips on the SIG 228, does anyone craft a good quality walnut stock for them?

My other two faves are 70 Series Colt Combat Commaders in .45 ACP, I carry those two when I'm feeling nervous.....or can't lay my hands on a Remington 870, real quick.

Cheers;
Lefty
 
The Beretta 92FS because it is so accurate. I'm almost intuitive with it when aiming. I can't match the accuracy with any of my other pistols.
 
Only had a few but i really like my Kimber custom 1911.
Reliable and shoots great, better than i can shoot it.


chuck
 
My Czechoslovakian made CZ75. Accurate, reliable, and fun to shoot. A plus is the Kadet kit to play with 22LRs sometimes.

Close followup would be the German made SIG P220.

JR
 
My favorite auto pistol (and favorite gun period) is my Model 41. I'm pretty fond of a Colt Woodsman Match Target I got back in '85 and the Ruger Mark II that my Daddy bought me because he couldn't stomach me shooting that Match Target every weekend.
 
While I own a bunch of Colt 1911's my Favorite and most accurate is my 1974 produced Series 70 Gold Cup. A real tack driver and just a pleasure to shoot.

Chief38
 
I have owned several reliable auto loaders. Deciding which was best is impossible. My Colt and S&W 1911 guns are right up at the top if the list. A Glock 22 is there as well.
 
I only have two, like you I'm a revolver guy. I have a 4516-1 and my wife a Colt Mustang Plus II. I do like both of them though, but don't see adding autos to my arsenal anytime soon.
 
Like most of the folks here, I really prefer revolvers. On the other hand, I'm really fond of this old fellow.

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I don't know if it's my best semi automatic, it is my favorite though. S&W 1066.

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It's not necessarily my favorite semi-auto. It's not necessarily the prettiest semi-auto I own. It's certainly not the most expensive semi-auto I own.

But the BEST semi-auto I own is my Gen III Glock 23. After thousands of rounds it has proved to be 100% reliable, plenty accurate, and conveniant to carry.

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Colt 1991A1, plain jane, matt finish, plastic trigger, cheap stocks, and it shoots better than any other .45 caliber pistol I currently own.

Close second is a Rock Island in 38 Super.

These two shoot as wells as or better than most of the more expensive toys.

rayb
 
Taurus PT140. Feels great in the hand, great performance, accurate and reliable. I used to say my CZ75 was better, I have finally come to terms with it lol.
 
My 40 caliber Sig P239. In over 3000 rounds sent downrange the only failure has been one single round of Federal Champion that failed to fire. In addition to being reliable, the accuracy is superb, it points pefectly in my hand, and it's very easy to conceal. IMO it's the finest Combat Pistol on the planet, however I will admit to being a bit biased.
 
All my 1911s have been good; I avoid "improving" them other than good fixed sights and decent triggers. The BHP's triggers aren't as good--but good enough and they run beautifully.

I've dabbled with SIGs and Glocks and the odd Ruger. No joy. Did buy a Sigma 9mm a while back that I shoot pretty well. It's a bit fussy with my hand loads the BHPs love, but does very well with factory ammo. I'm still a bit on the fence with it but it's a likable cuss.

Nowadays there are so many on the market (like cars) I can't tell one from another any more anyhow.
 
Best would be the SIG 226 I had. Wish I still had it. Runner up would be any of the Glocks I owned. Had a Gen3 S&W 3913 9mm that you couldn't jam if you wanted to. Worst I had was a Colt Series 80 45acp. Sloppy, crude ****! Not like the old ones. Don't miss that gun!
 
For 35 years I was a Revolver Guy when it came to "Serious Guns". Never was much for the 9mm round either. When I carried an autopistol it was a WG SiG220 or a G-22, but usually a 3" 65 or a 640-1 Centennial Magnum found it's way onto my belt.

But I kept hearing good reports from pals of mine in the Texas DPS and ICE concerning the Speer 124+P Gold Dot. Then my pal and long-time fellow forumite "Shortranger" put up snapshots of this gun....

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Hybrid using a 908S frame, a 910S slide and barrel, Hogue stocks, Mepro sights and a light fluff & buff.

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We made a trade and as luck would have it, it loves the Speer load. I've been carrying it daily since 2009. I no longer rotate guns based upon the clothing of the day as this gun works with everything but a beach towel... :)

Drew
 
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I put an aftermarket trigger, slide release, sights, barrel, guide rod and recoil spring in. It shoots flat, holds into 8" @ 100yds, 16rd mag capacity and is light enough it doesn't pull down my pants.
I've had 1911's, still have a Para and a Kimber. Never could get 100% behind cocked an locked carry.
 
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