Will Carry
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Glock 19. If you want to enter it into a beauty contest, go with one of them purdy wheel guns. If you are using it to defend home and family go the Glock 19.
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The best all around do everything pistol!
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For me it would have to be my 686-4+ with a 2.5 inch barrel. If I'm headed into the back country, probably my 629-4 with a 4 inch barrel.
30-30remchester
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I enjoy these threads. It interests me on peoples choices and why they choose what they do. No one gun works for everybody. My pursuit is hunting and woods wandering. I can think on no better gun for me than my old Colt Woodsman.
snowman.45
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I've been carrying Glocks for many years as duty and off-duty guns. They work, and a G19 would likely be the perfect one, if there was a one and only. However, being an old revolver guy (as well as 1911 guy), I'd have to consider a 3" or 4" S&W 686+ for all-around versatility, firepower and reliability. If I could only have one, and it would have to cover all bases, a .357 revolver has got to be the most versatile.
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JaPes
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*flame suit on*
For me, the best all round do everything semi-auto pistol is a Glock 19.
It doesn't do any single thing well. Rather it does everything slightly above average while using the minimum number of parts without being a detriment to reliability and longevity. IMO, Glocks are tools: no more, no less.
Now if you were to count in all handguns, IMO the best do everything all around handgun is a revolver. For me, it is a S&W 686 Plus with a 4" barrel.
For me, the best all round do everything semi-auto pistol is a Glock 19.
It doesn't do any single thing well. Rather it does everything slightly above average while using the minimum number of parts without being a detriment to reliability and longevity. IMO, Glocks are tools: no more, no less.
Now if you were to count in all handguns, IMO the best do everything all around handgun is a revolver. For me, it is a S&W 686 Plus with a 4" barrel.
Genetically Swiss
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A 4' .357 magnum would be the one. Many to choose from. You can hunt, defend hearth and home and more.
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What would you consider as the best overall do everything type of firearm?
If the Gestapo broke down your door slapped you around and took all your firearms but you outsmarted them and hid one pistol that they could not find..
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If we take your premise to heart.................. then we are dealing with the SHTF.......
Then I'd go with my PC Shorty 9........hi-cap and easy to conceal carry, 9mm, I've got lots of magazines..... including +2 grip extensions.... allowing me to use my 12,15 and 17rd Mec-gar magazines as back ups.........Milt Sparks holsters......and I'd stash my back-up Shorty 9 just in case!!!!
A Browning HP would also be a good choice...... or a 915 !!!!
Any would be better than a single shot .45 "Liberator" ....... while I collect an MP-43
If I could "only own/keep" one gun it would be either my 3" 66, or customized 4" 686......... I would not be displease with a stock 4" 66...........................
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Arik
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Agreed. Accurate, reliable, light, thin.*flame suit on*
For me, the best all round do everything semi-auto pistol is a Glock 19.
It doesn't do any single thing well. Rather it does everything slightly above average while using the minimum number of parts without being a detriment to reliability and longevity. IMO, Glocks are tools: no more, no less.
Now if you were to count in all handguns, IMO the best do everything all around handgun is a revolver. For me, it is a S&W 686 Plus with a 4" barrel.
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It is hard to beat the Glock 19 for an all around pistol that can play multiple rolls and do it well. It is just as accurate as a fullsized gun like a Glock 17 but it is lighter more compact and easier to carry.
They are reliable. They are simple to clean. Do not need to be run wet like a Sig or 1911. There are very few parts and even is something breaks there are parts all over the world for these guns. There are tons of Glock 19 and 17 mags of various sizes that will function in this gun. It will shoot 115, 124, 147 etc... grain 9mm JHPs and FMJ.
About the only thing it does not do for me is stir my soul. It is a lifeless tool nothing more. It is ugly it is blocky it sits lifeless in my hand but the gun works. It shoots and I shoot well enough with it that it is my TEOTWAWKi gun.
Now if I was picking with my heart not my head it would be this BHP. Followed closely by the Sig P228.
They are reliable. They are simple to clean. Do not need to be run wet like a Sig or 1911. There are very few parts and even is something breaks there are parts all over the world for these guns. There are tons of Glock 19 and 17 mags of various sizes that will function in this gun. It will shoot 115, 124, 147 etc... grain 9mm JHPs and FMJ.
About the only thing it does not do for me is stir my soul. It is a lifeless tool nothing more. It is ugly it is blocky it sits lifeless in my hand but the gun works. It shoots and I shoot well enough with it that it is my TEOTWAWKi gun.
Now if I was picking with my heart not my head it would be this BHP. Followed closely by the Sig P228.
31FordA
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My choice for a single, do everything gun is my 3" SP-101. Not too big to carry, but not too small either. It's a revolver, so it's not particular about ammunition. Load it with .38 wadcutters to plink, or with the heaviest .357 loads for less pleasant encounters. There's nothing I use a handgun for that it won't do.
My runner up choices would be either my 3" GP-100 or my 3" Model 65-5. If adjustable sights are a must have I'll take my 2.5" Model 19-3.
My runner up choices would be either my 3" GP-100 or my 3" Model 65-5. If adjustable sights are a must have I'll take my 2.5" Model 19-3.
Here’s my thoughts and tortured analysis; If the Gestapo just grabbed all the guns it’s safe to assume they didn’t leave behind my pallet of 9mm and 45acp ammo in the basement. It’s doubtful that Walmart is still selling ammo when all guns have been confiscated. Therefore, I don’t want to shoot a semi-auto and have to crawl around on my hands and knees policing brass so I can keep feeding it. I probably only have the ammo I hid with the gun in the first place, reloading may be the only option. If you’re not supposed to have a gun, small and compact would be prudent because I don’t want anybody noticing. A custom long slide, pearl grip 1911 could be a nightmare to hide and carry. Stainless steel might be a good idea because I may need to hide it again and again in damp places. I would want something very durable because I won’t be running my now illegal gun to a local gunsmith when it breaks. For me it would need to be a stainless revolver and concealable with a 2” to 4” barrel.
That narrows it down to 38/357 in something like a J, K, or L frame Smith or a Ruger Six series, GP100, SP101 or an LCR.
Great now that I analyzed it, I need to sell about 25 semi-auto Smiths, Glocks, Hi-Powers and 1911’s that I won’t need in this hypothetical apocalypse.
That narrows it down to 38/357 in something like a J, K, or L frame Smith or a Ruger Six series, GP100, SP101 or an LCR.
Great now that I analyzed it, I need to sell about 25 semi-auto Smiths, Glocks, Hi-Powers and 1911’s that I won’t need in this hypothetical apocalypse.
In a revolver, for me it would be a 4" 66. Right now I don't have one, but plan to remedy that. I do have a 2 1/2" 66, which wouldn't be bad, either.
In an autopistol, I'd go with a Browning Hi-Power 9mm. 2nd choice a CZ 75 variant of some sort.
Just me, but if I had to I could get along with just either of those. Sure hope I don't have to, though.
In an autopistol, I'd go with a Browning Hi-Power 9mm. 2nd choice a CZ 75 variant of some sort.
Just me, but if I had to I could get along with just either of those. Sure hope I don't have to, though.
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Best Form Follows Function
Yes, the muggers, robbers, miscreants, car jackers and home invaders are still out there. But now, we also have an ever-increasing number of true terrorists who may strike anywhere at any time, from schools, houses of worship, businesses, bars, malls, etc.
Yes, I really like my S&W Model 37 and my S&W M65, 3" round butt. However, the changing nature of crime in America tells me to leave these two revolvers at home and to carry either my Glock 19 or 34, or my Browning HP anywhere that could be a likely terrorist target. First, the autos are more accurate than a snubby, have greater ammo capacity and reloads far more quickly. I also have a 5" Model 1911 and an S&W M&P .45 ACP available to me but these latter two are simply too large and heavy for comfortable carry. And no, my two wheel guns are not for sale.
Yes, the muggers, robbers, miscreants, car jackers and home invaders are still out there. But now, we also have an ever-increasing number of true terrorists who may strike anywhere at any time, from schools, houses of worship, businesses, bars, malls, etc.
Yes, I really like my S&W Model 37 and my S&W M65, 3" round butt. However, the changing nature of crime in America tells me to leave these two revolvers at home and to carry either my Glock 19 or 34, or my Browning HP anywhere that could be a likely terrorist target. First, the autos are more accurate than a snubby, have greater ammo capacity and reloads far more quickly. I also have a 5" Model 1911 and an S&W M&P .45 ACP available to me but these latter two are simply too large and heavy for comfortable carry. And no, my two wheel guns are not for sale.
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Never mind the controversy over the gun. The real Controversy is in setting the parameters of the question.
To be truely ALL around would include all of ;
Fun to plink with
Accurate enough for club level bullseye match
Suitable for personal defense against 2 and 4 legged threats.
Suitable for small game hunting
Suitable big game hunting, at least up to deer
And that right there establishes a very short list of sufficient power for deer, while modest recoil for extended plinking sessions. Add in reasonably common caliber for ammo availability, and the choices are medium frame .357 and accurized .45acp .
To be truely ALL around would include all of ;
Fun to plink with
Accurate enough for club level bullseye match
Suitable for personal defense against 2 and 4 legged threats.
Suitable for small game hunting
Suitable big game hunting, at least up to deer
And that right there establishes a very short list of sufficient power for deer, while modest recoil for extended plinking sessions. Add in reasonably common caliber for ammo availability, and the choices are medium frame .357 and accurized .45acp .
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My 3" 60-15 in .357 is my do-it-all revolver, so I would probably pick that. I'd prefer something lighter for CCW, but if you factor in target shooting, woods bumming, etc., I'd live with the weight.
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Sorry but if I am taking down deer I am using a rifle. You are creating a criteria in order to justify your conclusion. Circular reasoning.
I own many all around pistols and none of them have been purchased with the consideration of taking large game. The OP does not talk about taking large game with a pistol. If you want to use that criteria have at it but for me that consideration is irrelevant. LOL
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mrchuck
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My M&P 40c qualifies:
Accurate.
Reliable as dirt.
Easy to use, especially with an Apex kit.
10+1 rounds of easy-to-find .40 cal. goodness.
Not picky. It has fired whatever I've fed it for 8300 rounds.
Easy to field strip and reassemble.
Can get with or without a thumb safety.
Parts and service readily available.
S&W Lifetime Service.
Excellent carry gun. Can be comfortably carried in a Nemesis pocket holster, a Galco KingTuk IWB holster or a 5.11 undershirt holster. I carry mine every day in one of these, usually the Nemesis.
I know it's a plastic gun.
I don't care.
So there!
My "old" Smith&Wesson SW40C that was my issue I retired with
still shoots and carries easily.
I fondly pick it up and the past memories of using it "on the job"
flow freely.
The First S&W 40 cal issued to us.
It never jammed, accurate, had plenty of ammo in it, and yes,,,this was the EXACT pistol Glock sued S&W over it being an exact copy of a Glock, and Glock won and just about ruined S&W economically!
This "old" pistol gave me superior service and safety.
THANKS Smith and Wesson.
silentflyer
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6" Model 19 or 66....
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