Shoot, shoot, and Shoot! 9mm

[Vincent1966]

Hi,

Looking for a full size 9mm semi auto I can shoot, shoot, and shoot! That would be its only purpose in life. I have guns for other purposes. Would take it to the range and shoot, shoot, and shoot. Would get a good number of mags, but otherwise would not modify it. I have a Glock 17 but it has been modified for competition. It is Gen 2. If I got a newer Glock, it would have the finger grooves. Not wanting to messing with removing them.

What are your suggestions, comments, pics?

Thanks.

 

[ms6852]

[/URL . Either one will do the Walther PPQ or the PT92 by Taurus. This particular Taurus is 35 yrs old , but you get the picture.

 

[BlackJack]

If you're going to be shooting a lot and you know it, I'd recommend one of the 1911's in 9mm--Springfield and Ruger just to name the two I've shot, but others make 9mm 1911s also. They'll be durable and hold up well.

 

[Tcruse]

Why the objection to finger grooves? From your description of what you want, a Glock 17 or 34 Gen 4 seems the perfect solution.

 

[Teachu2]

1) 1911 in 9mm
2) CZ 75SA - the single-action variant
3) Browning High Power
4) 1911 in 9mm
5) 1911 in .38Super w/9mm conversion

 

[C0untZer0]

Glock 17L


A lot of fun to shoot...

 

[sota]

HK P30
because you'll never wear out a 92,000 round capable gun.

 

[167]

if you are just going to burn ammo through it, maybe a HK P30 or VP9.

I would be tempted by a XDm 5.25 though. They are fun guns to shoot.

 

[jjones45]

9mm shooting is not more enjoyable than with a Cz or walther. I'd say a Cz p01, p09, 75b/SA, or Shadow. Walther ppq 5" or Q5 match. Or as others have mentioned, a full size 9mm 1911 would certainly fit the bill as a fun to shoot all day 9mm handgun. The Springfield RO in 9mm is a lot of bang for your buck

 

[gotboostvr]

My stock CZ 75B SA is my favorite semi auto at the range. I'm shooting it better than my Kimber.

 

[Dragonfly]

USP 9mm. Super tough, accurate, reliable and comfortable as can be to shoot.

 

[Vincent1966]

Why the objection to finger grooves? From your description of what you want, a Glock 17 or 34 Gen 4 seems the perfect solution.

I got really big/fat fingers and they don't fit all that well between the grooves. I have a Glock 17 but it is a Gen 2 w/no grooves.

 

[Vincent1966]

Glock 17L


A lot of fun to shoot...

Looks like it would be. Just as much as my Glock 17, but it has finger grooves....

 

[ArchAngelCD]

If I were looking for a 9mm to Shoot Shoot Shoot it would be either full size 1911 or a Browning Hi-Power. Pick up a dozen magazines and have at it. You will be able to shoot all day and night.

One thing, if you don't already you better take up reloading or go broke, even with a 9mm.

 

[bullseye308]

1) 1911 in 9mm
2) CZ 75SA - the single-action variant
3) Browning High Power
4) 1911 in 9mm
5) 1911 in .38Super w/9mm conversion

I've got 2 Springfield Range Officers in 9mm a 4" & 5". Absolutely amazing pistols. I've also got a Glock 17L that is amazing as well. Many good choices here. If the finger grooves are a problem, they can be easily removed.

 

[Vincent1966]

I've got 2 Springfield Range Officers in 9mm a 4" & 5". Absolutely amazing pistols. I've also got a Glock 17L that is amazing as well. Many good choices here. If the finger grooves are a problem, they can be easily removed.

They all sound like winners. On the finger grooves, I have yet to see a Glock with only the finger grooves removed. I don't want to customize it by doing a stippling job on it. If anyone has videos or pics of one with just the fg's removed, I'd like to see it. Thanks!

 

[entropy]

Hi-Power.
Beretta M9.
CZ-75.

 

[Sergei Mosin]

I have a bunch of 9mm pistols. I like them all, but my favorite is the HK P30. That gun was made for my hand.

 

[bannockburn]

Teachu2's list covered most of the bases. I would add a Beretta Model 92 and a SIG P226 to it as well.

 

[JTQ]

I'm not a Glock fan, but I'd pick a G17 or G34. If you can't live with the finger grooves, which I do understand, I'd go with...

S&W M&P 9, the late Todd Green's 60,000+ round endurance test http://pistol-training.com/archives/category/range-reports/mp-monday

HK P30, the late Todd Green's 90,000+ round endurance test http://pistol-training.com/archives/category/range-reports/p30-thursday

 

[drband]

Hipower with mag disconnect removed. You can also switch out the hammer spring to lighten up the trigger. Polish a few internal spots and you're good to go!

Seriously, your trigger can be butter smooth, though not as light as a 1911. There's nothing like the hipower grip in your hand with Pachmayer signature grips. Much more comfortable than the stock wood or plastic grips.

Look for a good used one, no need for a new purchase for a "shooter!"

You can shoot this setup for hours with no fatigue! The all-steel gun just soaks up the recoil. Really!

 

[ny32182]

Whatever it is, make sure it has parts available, as you will eventually wear out and/or break parts (especially springs) if you are going to shoot it a lot.

 

[RX-79G]

Hi Powers are not known for their endurance. The slide velocity it too high.

The best bets for long endurance have been stated here: Well built polymer guns like Glocks and HKs, plus overbuilt steel guns like 9mm 1911s. The older Rugers like the P89 or P95 might be good ones, too. With WWB type loads a Beretta 92 or Sig P226 could go over 100,000 rounds, but that just doesn't compare to the hundreds of thousands Glocks and USPs have been documented as taking.

Personally, if you like your Gen2 Glock, just buy another used one. You've got the mags for it. Get a 17L or 19 if you want something different.

 

[Tallball]

CZ75
1911 in 9mm
Beretta/Taurus 92

 

[Speedo66]

Nothing in 9mm has felt better in my hand than a Browning Hi-Power.