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Glock vs 1911 Which would you choose and why???
Glock vs 1911
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I thought I would stir the pot a little bit first ....
I like my 1911 Combat Commander because I have carried one since the early 70's.
I like the fact that it has not one, not two, but three types of safeties. (Thumb, Grip, Half-Cocked)
As I understand it the Glock has none?
The 1911 is a solid built, proven, reliable, man stopper that has been around for a long time. In my opinion, if you have a 1911, you can't go wrong.
Now, that is MY opinion, and there are many here who swear by their Glocks, and I respect their opinion.
1. Trigger safety
2. Firing pin safety
3. Drop safety
No manipulation required for them to work.
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I will correct my post:
I like the fact that it has not one, not two, but three types of safeties. (Thumb, Grip, Half-Cocked) that are manual, that I control.
The Glock has three safeties, Trigger safety, Firing Pin Safety, and Drop Safety that " No manipulation required for them to work ", which means the gun controls the safety, not the shooter.
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I say have both!!
That is pretty much all I own, pistol wise:
5 1911's
2 Glocks
That is pretty much all I own, pistol wise:
5 1911's
2 Glocks
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I have owned both and found that the Glock was the gun that fit me best.
You also are giving us a bit of a false dilemma as there are a number of good quality guns out there that are worth consideration. I found the Glock, learned it and have no reason to move from it. If I had the same knowledge of a Sig or an XD I would use them.
You also are giving us a bit of a false dilemma as there are a number of good quality guns out there that are worth consideration. I found the Glock, learned it and have no reason to move from it. If I had the same knowledge of a Sig or an XD I would use them.
They both have strong and weak points. Either weapon will do its job if you do yours. Personally, I just find the grip angle on the Glock uncomfortable, so I would stick with my Colt Lightweight Commander, if that was the only choice. Personal comfort and competence go hand in hand.
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Addition:
I have to add my next Glock will be one of the SF models because it has a VERY similar grip angle to the 1911.
I purchased one of the first G21SF in the area of WA I was in and the first two rounds, off hand, made one hole at 21 feet. My brother did the same thing right after me.
I only ditched it because I needed the trade value towards my Wilson.
I have to add my next Glock will be one of the SF models because it has a VERY similar grip angle to the 1911.
I purchased one of the first G21SF in the area of WA I was in and the first two rounds, off hand, made one hole at 21 feet. My brother did the same thing right after me.
I only ditched it because I needed the trade value towards my Wilson.
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I'm telling you, that Wilson needs to GO (to me!!!)
I've owned both and carried both for a lot of years. If I had to choose only one of the two, I'll take the Glock (and I just bought a new 1911). Low maintenance, high capacity, legendary reliability (regardless of caliber). What's not to love?
A 1911 is what you show your friends. A Glock is what you show your enemies.
That Sir is the official answer to the 1911 vs Glock question. :rolfA 1911 is what you show your friends. A Glock is what you show your enemies.
I still want a 1911 though.
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Yeah...and less than a week later, I want another one!
(Dan Wesson CBOB).
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What'd you read that on a t-shirt or something? :laughingA 1911 is what you show your friends. A Glock is what you show your enemies.
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