weisse52
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Gp100
Ruger MKIII (everyone needs a Ruger .22 auto)
Colt 1911(OK, I guess the SA RO could work as well)
Ruger MKIII (everyone needs a Ruger .22 auto)
Colt 1911(OK, I guess the SA RO could work as well)
You didn't read the OP very carefully. One of his criteria is "Must be able to purchase ban-state mags". That rules out standard capacity mags. Also, why would he get a 9mm conversion bbl for a G23 when he already owns a G19?2. a Glock 23 (.40 caliber) with a 9 mm barrel & a .357 sig barrel plus lots of 9 mm & .40 hi cap mags total cost: $650
here is how you can get a new Glock for $399 plus 3 mags:
http://www.gssfonline.com/GSSF_Pistol_Purchase_Program_Information.pdf
http://www.gssfonline.com
It appears that you like redundancy in your collection, a concept I highly approve of. Two 9mm striker fired Glocks, two 1911 single action .45's. You're missing that for the Sig, so if you like it, ( I don't) I'd add the P226 you're thinking of. Then I'd add a pair of .357 wheel guns of your liking. Rather then a dedicated .22lr, I'd add a .22 upper or two (or three) in your choice for the 1911, Glock and/or Sig. There are quality .22 uppers available for all and if things with .22 ammo ever get back to normal, all would allow cheaper practice.I'm in the market for 3 handguns for reasons only my state government can explain, but I'm having a hard time deciding which 3 I should purchase. As of today I own:
- G17
- G19
- RIA 1911
- Ruger SR1911
- Sig P229 .40/357sig
What would you buy to add to the list? Here are a few I'm considering: Beretta 92A1, Ruger mk3, HK VP9, GP100 in 357, STI Trojan, Springfield 1911 RO, CZ-75, M&P9Pro, P226, BHP, S&W686 in 357. What am I missing? What would you get?
Purpose of use is: shooting targets/steel, introducing new shooters, rounding out the collection, owning history.
My only criteria for purchase:
- Cannot be exorbitant in price
- Must be able to purchase ban-state mags
- No exotic ammo choices.
You do not seem to having anything small enough to carry with comfort.I'm in the market for 3 handguns for reasons only my state government can explain, but I'm having a hard time deciding which 3 I should purchase. As of today I own:
- G17
- G19
- RIA 1911
- Ruger SR1911
- Sig P229 .40/357sig
What would you buy to add to the list? Here are a few I'm considering: Beretta 92A1, Ruger mk3, HK VP9, GP100 in 357, STI Trojan, Springfield 1911 RO, CZ-75, M&P9Pro, P226, BHP, S&W686 in 357. What am I missing? What would you get?
Purpose of use is: shooting targets/steel, introducing new shooters, rounding out the collection, owning history.
My only criteria for purchase:
- Cannot be exorbitant in price
- Must be able to purchase ban-state mags
- No exotic ammo choices.
I believe the OP's state is CA. We have a limited list of 'safe' firearms that we are allowed to purchase. There's currently a loophole called 'single-shot exemption' that allows you to purchase an off list handgun from a FFL as a single-shot then convert it to the original configuration after the sale. (With a magazine that has no more than 10 rounds)Does the state only allow you to have three more or are they requiring that you buy three more? Not sure I completely follow but here's my suggestions.
The HK VP9 is a fantastic handgun, really a must have IMOHO. By "ban state" I will just guess you mean 10 round not the 7 round limit of NY. I know you can get factory mags for the VP9/P30 (same mag fits both, and actually will work in the P2000 and USPc as well- no matter which HK I carry I run the same spare mag for all of them). It's a great shooter. It has replaceable Left, Right and Back panels with three of each for a total of 27 combinations- virtually everyone should be able to get a fit that feels custom made for their hand. Mine has proven to be exceptionally accurate and the trigger is about as good as a striker is likely to get (with apologies to Walther fans).
The Browning Hi Power is certainly a classic firearm. It's the one gun I will probably never part with. I always joke that they can just toss my BHP on top of my casket before they throw in the first shovel of dirt. Great ergonomics and very good accuracy. Mine is pretty tricked out and has a great trigger but the trigger is just okay OOTB (you would expect better for a SA auto). As much as I love the Browning Hi Power though I'm not sure it's a "necessity" anymore. It was pretty innovative six decades ago but there are a lot of good 9mms now. Certainly it's still a great firearm and if you can't have standard capacity mags I guess the BHP is not really handicapped (standard mags hold between 12 and 13 depending on your luck- IIRC the SAS spec'd just 12 rounds for reliability reasons).
I would also recommend an HK45c. It only holds 8/10 so not a big issue. Great ergos and superb reliability. I missed whether you have a CCW permit but it's a good range gun or carry gun.
A S&W686 in 357 is a no-brainer, too. Great gun. The GP100 would also be fine but as a range gun I'd take the Smith. K's and N's are both great for range use. Everyone should own a .22 pistol! The Ruger Mk III is a great little gun (I have a Mk I) but I like the Browning Buckmark a little more. A Beretta NEOS would also be nice although funky looking. The Sig Mosquito intrigues me but I hear conflicting reports on reliability.
A DA .22 revolver is also nice, and a gap in my own collection. Since I have a Ruger LCR in .38 Special I'm itching to get it in .22 LR too as a practice gun.
Lastly I can see the Beretta 92 from a historical point of view. Pretty honking bulky for CCW but as you mention range use it would be super. They're accurate guns and very reliable. Pretty big to just hold 10 rounds but such is life.