Why not just get a Glock.

[OLDSTER]

Please leave your your brand loyal emotions at the door. I'm asking this question to help me decide what polymer 9mm to buy. So considering S&W, Springfield, Ruger, Sig, etc. to purchase. Why would I buy any of those instead of the Glock 19. ?

 

[BAM-BAM]

Pick what "works" for you!

What I and others here carry has little to no bearing on your decision.

That said back in the 90s I tried Glocks three times..... a 19 a 26 and a couple of years late the 26 again. In the end, each time I went back to S&W 3913/14/NLs and 6906/04 guns including PC Shorty-9 and SD-9 based on the 6906 frame. A few years back I built a FrankenSmith 6915 69xx frame matted to a 915 slide and barrel. They IMO fit my hand better, had a better grip angle, metal sights DA/SA trigger with a long pull first shot........and I shot them better!

Got to make your own choices...... try all of them if you want a Polymer framed gun.... and make your choice the one which serves you best!


I'm also a fan of Sigs P series, Beretta 92s especially the Compact and Centurions, Browning HP and CZs...... don't get me started on Revolvers.

Happy hunting!

 

[Sixgun100]

Well, if you're considering a Glock type action pistol, the Glock 19 is an excellent choice. It is what all the other manufacturers are copying. When I decided to get back into a 9mm pistol (I'm more of a revolver Guy), I went with the Beretta PX4 Storm because I wanted a DA/SA pistol. I have been very pleased with my choice.

 

[Rustyt1953]

All the above mentioned companies make quality, reliable pistols.

Flip a five sided coin.

 

[Telecaster]

Pick what fits your hand best and what makes you feel good.

 

[lihpster]

I have a Glock 17, an S&W M&P 2.0, A Sig 365 and an H&K VP9. I find that I shoot the others better than the Glock because of the grip angle. Not that the Glock doesn't shoot good for me, but the others are a little bit better. All have been 100% except with one type of ammo that choked both the Sig and the Glock as well as a 9MM 1911 I have. I would find the one that fits your hand the best and look for a good deal on that gun. If you could go to a range with rentals and shoot some of these guns, that would be a big help. But I wouldn't get hung up on any one brand of polymer striker fired pistol, either positively or negatively. JMHO and YMMV.

 

[robertrwalsh]

I own an early Glock 19. It runs and runs and runs. However, I have a slightly small hand and it does not point for me well. My Springfield EMPs fit my hand wonderfully. It is much easier to shoot a handgun well if it fits your hand well.

 

[dmar]

I have examples all of your choices, except Springfield, don't care for their poly guns. IMO, its Really tough to beat the Glock 19 for all around carry/duty gun. Great fit/finish, size/capacity, shoot-ability, and mine have been 100% reliable. Also simple to take down and maintain. It's a quality gun. The other nice thing about Glocks, and the 19, is availability of parts and and accessories, the G19 is ubiquitous.

I've got 'nicer' 9mm guns, but again, the G19 is overall hard to beat.

 

[robrossk]

Try em all and choose what feels best to you.

 

[Muss Muggins]

Some shooters don't care for the Glock grip angle . . .

Please leave your your brand loyal emotions at the door. I'm asking this question to help me decide what polymer 9mm to buy. So considering S&W, Springfield, Ruger, Sig, etc. to purchase. Why would I buy any of those instead of the Glock 19. ?

 

[bigwheelzip]

Ten years on the forum, you probably know what you want, and why.


Sent from my motorola one 5G using Tapatalk

 

[OKFC05]

Personally, I never bought a Glock, because I DESPISE the "Luger Grip Angle", having spent decades shooting revolvers and 1911s before the Glock was made. I wish Gaston Glock had used a 1911 grip angle instead of the "broken wrist Luger angle."
FINALLY, S&W brought out the M&P semi-auto with reliable inner works similar to a Glock and ergonomics friendly to people who learned competition on the old American standards as I did.

If you know rapid shooting and point shooting with a 1911, DON"T buy a Glock and expect it to match your instincts. Frankly, for those that only know slowfire, carefully aiming with the sights, or learn competition first with the Glock, it seems to make little difference. My SIL learned on the Glock and prefers it, but has trouble trying to shoot a revolver rapidly.

 

[clang444]

and please leave your click bait titles at the door...

 

[diyj98]

Please leave your your brand loyal emotions at the door.

Your question can't be answered without using our brand loyal emotions. I prefer the Glock, but that's my "brand loyal emotion"

 

[murphydog]

Rental range trip!

 

[junglefighter]

I prefer a G45 over all the other 9m/m's. I like the short slide and the full grip. Having owned many 9m/m's, I settled on the G45 and haven't looked back.

 

[Doug M.]

Go to a range with plenty of rentals and give them a try. I have Glocks, mostly, but also have a 4" PC Shield. I concur as to the grip angle; if you have trained on other platforms and like them, such as a 1911, the Glock is sub-optimal. However, I was into the Glocks long before the M&P pistols came about, and changing at my age with the various support stuff I have collected etc. would be an expensive proposal, with learning curve moments. I also have a PCC that takes Glock mags, which is a real issue.

If I were starting from scratch, I would likely go with the M&Ps. I have recommended a Shield like mine to a few folks. One consideration you should keep in mind is that whatever you get, you should be sure it is capable of taking a quality RDS. With aging eyes, the red dot is truly game changing.

 

[lrrifleman]

OLDSTER, with respect to polymer pistols, I can only speak to Glock and Sig pistols. I have a number of Glocks and 2 Sigs (P365 and P320, which were prizes). I prefer the grip angle and trigger on the Sigs, and the method of take-down.

On the flip side, I have mostly Gen 5 pistols, with 1 Gen 4 (G30). I am in a position where I can shoot them well. I think that the best motivation with the Glocks is the Glock Sport Shooting Foundation events. Depending on the area, you can find outdoor matches and Indoor League matches. With the GSSF events, you have the opportunity to win money, credits towards membership renewal or entry fees, and either performance/random/drawing pistols. This is something other manufacturers have yet to catch on to.

The bottom line is, get whichever you prefer and suits your needs. Just a quick note, if you buy a Glock for the GSSF matches, they need to remain pretty much stock. Also, if you are leaning towards a Glock, join GSSF first so you can benefit from the Blue Label discount coupon, where you can purchase a $600 MSRP pistol for $425!

 

[Breakaway500]

"Why would I buy any of those instead of the Glock 19. ? "

Beats me. Glock. Perfection. Hey..it's their claim.

I have yet to shoot a STOCK Glock that made me doubt that either.They just go bang every time. Simple.Rugged. Effective.

Millions of people who carry every day on the job choose Glock.

That's pretty substantial in my book.

 

[Rpg]

As a long time 1911 shooter, I'm not happy with the Glock 19 grip angle or the boxy grip. The weight distribution compared to-a 1911 is off to me: it's muzzle light.

Although I can shoot the Glock pretty well, it's just not as desirable as a 1911.

I imagine that if I had used and practiced with the Glock as much as the 1911 for the last 40 years, I'd feel differently about the Glock.

Recently, I began reducing my firearm holdings. The Glock 19 was the first to go.