I am thinking of getting a polymer EAA Witness in 9mm. From what I’ve read Tanfoglio originally made the 9mm and 40 on a smaller frame and the 45acp and 10mm on a larger frame. A while back they started making all calibers on a universal large frame to simplify things and to allow conversions from say 9mm to 45acp. But to make things confusing they still sell the polymer 9mms with the small frame (P-S model, 999044) as well as the large frame (P-F model, 999104).
While the two versions seem to be almost the same the small frame models sell for $100-150 less than the large frame. Other than being able to do caliber conversions is there any reason to buy the large frame version if I only want 9mm. Does anyone know if the large frame models are actually stronger or made to a higher quality? It seems that the grip shape and magazines are the main difference. Should I buy the less expensive small frame version?
While the two versions seem to be almost the same the small frame models sell for $100-150 less than the large frame. Other than being able to do caliber conversions is there any reason to buy the large frame version if I only want 9mm. Does anyone know if the large frame models are actually stronger or made to a higher quality? It seems that the grip shape and magazines are the main difference. Should I buy the less expensive small frame version?