PistoleroWadcutterGANG
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My predicament. I have for a very long time, wanted to try .40SW in a 1911 format. Found a dealer willing to trade my used Glock 35 and 4 mags for his new RIA #51719 ROCK ULTRA. plus 100 cash OTD. (Trade value discrepancy - tax)
Pro's.... for 1911
No other grip feels as "Right" to my hand / No other trigger feels as "right" to my trigger pulls. (Large part due to familiarity and mental side of things) Never had an issue with RIA in 45 ACP or 9mm, so I trust them. the Glock 35 grip is a bit thick / wide (mental I know). 1911 Novak / Heinie Sights work better for me (mental side)
Cons.... for trading for the 1911
Loss of capacity 8-10 rnds vs. 15+1 or more with hi cap. / Loss of velocity due to the .31 inch shorter barrel / cheaper available mags. I can easily mount a RDS mount on the glock which I like even better than 1911 sight picture with trad. sight sets.
I see the Glock right now as having (the rock solid - sure thing) at the moment. The 1911 as fulfilling a fun range gun that I want. Which is why I'm having difficulty deciding. I can always use the "screw it" you're going to die soon anyway" argument. But not sure if i'm not seeing or picking up on something I've overlooked in honestly comparing them: that would make this a stupid move.
P.S. also forgot to mention this is for a range / recreational end user perspective.
Pro's.... for 1911
No other grip feels as "Right" to my hand / No other trigger feels as "right" to my trigger pulls. (Large part due to familiarity and mental side of things) Never had an issue with RIA in 45 ACP or 9mm, so I trust them. the Glock 35 grip is a bit thick / wide (mental I know). 1911 Novak / Heinie Sights work better for me (mental side)
Cons.... for trading for the 1911
Loss of capacity 8-10 rnds vs. 15+1 or more with hi cap. / Loss of velocity due to the .31 inch shorter barrel / cheaper available mags. I can easily mount a RDS mount on the glock which I like even better than 1911 sight picture with trad. sight sets.
I see the Glock right now as having (the rock solid - sure thing) at the moment. The 1911 as fulfilling a fun range gun that I want. Which is why I'm having difficulty deciding. I can always use the "screw it" you're going to die soon anyway" argument. But not sure if i'm not seeing or picking up on something I've overlooked in honestly comparing them: that would make this a stupid move.
P.S. also forgot to mention this is for a range / recreational end user perspective.
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