I have strayed from the fold
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charlie9280
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I drive a Chevy, you may drive a Ford. That doesn't mean I'm better than you. (Now, if you drive a Chrysler, well that's different...)
Aside from impulse purchases (Shield 40) I buy a gun based on the merits of the gun and how it fills a need. I have never warmed up to Glocks - they just look too boxy for me. I like the look and feel of my M&Ps. Plus they perform superbly. (BTW, my Shield 40 is now my EDC.)
However, I also own a Kahr PM9 that I really like for a pocket pistol. And I'm also holding out for a Ruger Redhawk 4" .44 mag for protection while hiking.
We're all in this together. Enjoy your Glock. I'll forgive you!!
Aside from impulse purchases (Shield 40) I buy a gun based on the merits of the gun and how it fills a need. I have never warmed up to Glocks - they just look too boxy for me. I like the look and feel of my M&Ps. Plus they perform superbly. (BTW, my Shield 40 is now my EDC.)
However, I also own a Kahr PM9 that I really like for a pocket pistol. And I'm also holding out for a Ruger Redhawk 4" .44 mag for protection while hiking.
We're all in this together. Enjoy your Glock. I'll forgive you!!
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SavageSmoker
Member
No worries...shoot what feels thebest to you. I was actually considering selling my Glock 19 and buy a M&P .40FS. It was the good folks here that encouraged me to keep the Glock and get the M&P to supplement. The reoccurring theme I heard was to never sell a gun you like and may regret down the road. My point being...don't feel like a trader. I have found tha there are many members here that own and love some guns not stamped S&W. In fact, I am strongly considering getting a Sig P238 for pocket carry (shhhh...not for public consumption yet).
BCDWYO
Member
Exactly Photoman...they are TOOLS. I've got a couple in 10mm and they are solid and reliable...just no emotional attachment like with some of the more purty guns in my collection.
Badkarma 1
US Veteran
Strayed? I fell off the wagon years ago when they started putting locks on revolvers, put the 3rd Gen out to pasture, brought a plastic pistol in that has almost as many problems as a Gen4 Glock (boing, boing, boing) and regulated their great revolvers to history!
Personally I prefer Gen2 Glocks since they work, Gen4s have had teething problems and hopefully yours is one that finally got fixed.
And while I still eagerly seek out older Smiths made in a time when common sense prevailed and companies didn't capitulate to Big Brothers demands or "safety enforcements"!
Congrats on the Gen4, let us know how it runs. Dale
Personally I prefer Gen2 Glocks since they work, Gen4s have had teething problems and hopefully yours is one that finally got fixed.
And while I still eagerly seek out older Smiths made in a time when common sense prevailed and companies didn't capitulate to Big Brothers demands or "safety enforcements"!
Congrats on the Gen4, let us know how it runs. Dale
I find the OP very interesting. I think it illustrates what I have come to believe in my 60+ years of shooting, handling owning, buying and selling guns of all brands and types. "There is no absolute best gun. Each gun is for a specific purpose and each individual will perceive each gun in a different way and have different experiences with it. It's like how much salt is the right amount to put on your food or (my favorite debate) Ford or Chevy.
My tastes and opinions have evolved over the years as they will in a person who isn't afraid to try new ideas and new "stuff". Semi autos were pretty primitive when I was getting started. I think that is the main reason that I was mainly attracted to revolvers for a long time. Unfortunately my resources were limited during my earlier years.
But as my experience, income and handgun technology progressed I expanded my interests. I am now at the point where I have a modest collection of fire arms. A few are sentimental in value but most are either plinkers I shoot at the range or in my carry rotation and have to work for a living.
The old adage "Variety Is The Spice Of Life" applies to gun ownership as well. I have 4 Glocks, one KelTec, one S&W, and one Ruger that I rotate for carrying. I have IWB, OWB, Ankle and Shoulder rigs. I can accommodate any social, weather, or dress condition. It helps me to keep from getting bored and makes it a little more interesting.
Even though I have my eye on the new stuff I am basically a traditionalist and my love for the old classics rages as hot as ever.
My tastes and opinions have evolved over the years as they will in a person who isn't afraid to try new ideas and new "stuff". Semi autos were pretty primitive when I was getting started. I think that is the main reason that I was mainly attracted to revolvers for a long time. Unfortunately my resources were limited during my earlier years.
But as my experience, income and handgun technology progressed I expanded my interests. I am now at the point where I have a modest collection of fire arms. A few are sentimental in value but most are either plinkers I shoot at the range or in my carry rotation and have to work for a living.
The old adage "Variety Is The Spice Of Life" applies to gun ownership as well. I have 4 Glocks, one KelTec, one S&W, and one Ruger that I rotate for carrying. I have IWB, OWB, Ankle and Shoulder rigs. I can accommodate any social, weather, or dress condition. It helps me to keep from getting bored and makes it a little more interesting.
Even though I have my eye on the new stuff I am basically a traditionalist and my love for the old classics rages as hot as ever.
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august1410
Member
This is an excellent post. I could have not said it any better.
august1410,
You have not strayed, You have expanded your horizon.
This comes from a member that carries a S&W M&P 45 ACP
as a duty sidearm. It is the handgun I bet my life upon.
Off duty I carry, as my primary off duty sidearm, a Glock, Model 32 357 Sig).
I also am qualified with a S&W 686 2 !/2" and a Colt Mustang in 380 ACP.
You have not strayed, You have expanded your horizon.
This comes from a member that carries a S&W M&P 45 ACP
as a duty sidearm. It is the handgun I bet my life upon.
Off duty I carry, as my primary off duty sidearm, a Glock, Model 32 357 Sig).
I also am qualified with a S&W 686 2 !/2" and a Colt Mustang in 380 ACP.
charlie9280
US Veteran
"I drive a Chrysler and have two Glocks. both 19s. Now what?"
Cyarno, JK about the Chrysler comment... Kinda what this whole thread is about anyway, right?
I really do like the very positive comments in this thread! I even went to the Glock site to take another look at the models. Then I looked at my bank account. Oh well, no Glock for me any time soon. Still holding out hope that a Redhawk .44 mag will show up at my LGS.
A few months ago I got the Storm Lake conversion barrel for my M&P 40c so I can shoot both .40 cal and 9mm to save some $ at the range. I call it my M&P 409c. It works great.
Cyarno, JK about the Chrysler comment... Kinda what this whole thread is about anyway, right?
I really do like the very positive comments in this thread! I even went to the Glock site to take another look at the models. Then I looked at my bank account. Oh well, no Glock for me any time soon. Still holding out hope that a Redhawk .44 mag will show up at my LGS.
A few months ago I got the Storm Lake conversion barrel for my M&P 40c so I can shoot both .40 cal and 9mm to save some $ at the range. I call it my M&P 409c. It works great.
I owe you one, my friend....
Got here as quick as I could. HEY look, over here at the bright, shiney thing. Forget about that old Glock and look at this really nice Taurus.
Now I know how "Utah Carroll" felt.
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august1410
Member
Got here as quick as I could. HEY look, over here at the bright, shiney thing. Forget about that old Glock and look at this really nice Taurus.
Now I know how "Utah Carroll" felt.
I've been polishing this Glock for about three days straight and I still can't get that mirror shine I like.....dammit, I think this thing is defective.
joeintexas
US Veteran
There was a time in this old fossils life that you couldn't give me anything but a S&W or a Colt, my dad wouldn't shoot anything but a Smith and I guess he passed that down to me. Over the past few years however I have gotten not so hard headed and found that there are a whole lot of real fine guns out there and some of them are plastic. My son bought a Glock a couple of years ago I immediately ordered a DNA test, LOL! Truth be told he can shoot circles around me with that thing, very very accurate and goes bang every time. Congratulations on your new toy...enjoy!!
Oh, by the way, I bought a Ruger P345 a couple of months ago and didn't feel bad about it until Jimmy made fun of me, Oh the shame!!
Oh, by the way, I bought a Ruger P345 a couple of months ago and didn't feel bad about it until Jimmy made fun of me, Oh the shame!!
S&W-Keeper
Member
There are a lot of closet Glock fans. I have a 30,27, and a 19.Everybody needs a 19.I even have 3 Rugers.
45times6
Member
Blasphemer!!!
Just kidding -- who can blame you for getting something as reliable as the Glock? They may be ugly, lack character, etc., but they'll go bang every time and keep you and yours safe.
Just kidding -- who can blame you for getting something as reliable as the Glock? They may be ugly, lack character, etc., but they'll go bang every time and keep you and yours safe.
That was quiet a sinful decision....a Glock?
I knew the day would come and I dreaded it. The day I decided to relegate my beloved 27-2 to being a range gun and change my carry gun to something a little lighter and smaller.
I still plan to shoot the 27 frequently at the range and it's going to be the only gun I reload for.
I strayed far.....I found a deal on a Gen 4 Glock 17. Had been looking at a Glock off and on....never considered it seriously until I saw this one.
That said, I'm deeply sorry I have betrayed you all and I hope you will forgive me.
I found this in my junk drawer...
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