The Gun Thread - Page 18

**Trogdor** · 12-04-2012

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Originally Posted by Constant_Project21

Have you sent many rounds through this thing? I keep coming across Kahr's for dirt cheap and am wondering how they perform first hand.

A bunch of us are doing our CC classes here at MAP in a couple weeks, so I'll be searching for a CC weapon here soon. I got my eye on a compact 1911, which some find too heavy to CC...but then again I'm 6'4", 230lbs, so I don't think I will notice it much.

Kahr's is an American company, owned by a Korean corporation. They're kind of the daewoo of guns. They're they work properly for a little while, then turn in to a huge pile. They're cheap for a reason.

A 1911 is a great design. However, keep in mind that there are A LOT of moving parts that need to be fit properly. If you're looking at a 1911 do a couple things, the first being shake it around! If you hear any rattle or clicking don't buy it, this means that the parts aren't fit together well. The other thing to check for is if the hammer hits your hand. Some 1911's have a larger, rounded guard, others have a shorter straight one. Rack it a few times with your full hand on it so you get a feel for where the hammer will go when it's back.

**4seasons69** · 12-04-2012

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Originally Posted by Constant_Project21

Have you sent many rounds through this thing? I keep coming across Kahr's for dirt cheap and am wondering how they perform first hand.

A bunch of us are doing our CC classes here at MAP in a couple weeks, so I'll be searching for a CC weapon here soon. I got my eye on a compact 1911, which some find too heavy to CC...but then again I'm 6'4", 230lbs, so I don't think I will notice it much.

1911s are awesome guns. By far my favorite shooting gun. But to get a quality one with as few mim parts as possible you will want to spend around 1k so a good one isn't cheap. I carry a Glock 36 with a Pearce +1 grip extension and wolf +10% mag spring. I have 1250 rounds through it and it's been awesome! I carry iwb and it can be concealed with just a tshirt in the summer

**Trogdor** · 12-04-2012

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Originally Posted by 4seasons69

You will want to spend around 1k so a good one isn't cheap.

^This.

Gun don't always follow "you get what you pay for." But in the case of a 1911 they do for the most part follow that rule (disregard Kimber). I carry at Springfield XDs .45. It's been a great gun, but I didn't have to spend an arm and a leg. Glocks as well, they're one of (if not the) most reliable polymer framed hand guns out there. They're also not ridiculousness priced.

You can find some reasonably priced guns that are high quality and reliable. But brands like Taurus and Karh are very inexpensive because they don't last as long as other guns. That said, don't be fooled in to thinking a Kimber is a far superior gun just because they cost an arm and a leg.

**4seasons69** · 12-04-2012

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Originally Posted by Trogdor

^This.

Gun don't always follow "you get what you pay for." But in the case of a 1911 they do for the most part follow that rule (disregard Kimber). I carry at Springfield XDs .45. It's been a great gun, but I didn't have to spend an arm and a leg. Glocks as well, they're one of (if not the) most reliable polymer framed hand guns out there. They're also not ridiculousness priced.

You can find some reasonably priced guns that are high quality and reliable. But brands like Taurus and Karh are very inexpensive because they don't last as long as other guns. That said, don't be fooled in to thinking a Kimber is a far superior gun just because they cost an arm and a leg.

I think you hit it right on the money there. I would stay away from kimbers as well. I had a sig sauer that I sold to help fund my engine build lol. I loved it! I would also stay away from kahr and taurus. plus a lot of kahrs aren't that cheap. if you're dead set on carrying a .45 and don't want to shell out for a 1911 the glock 36 and XDs are both solid options at a reasonable price. When I bought my glock the XDs wasn't out yet and I didn't want to wait for it lol

Constant_Project21 · 09-12-2012

Those have always intrigued me, def good on price from what I have heard. I haven't seen many bad things about them either. We should have a mitsustyle range trip! I'm going to get an AR first, as I want something a little more fun to shoot, since I won't be doing it often.

1999Gst · 09-12-2012

I like the 27, I my self was looking at the 26 (samething just a 9mm instead of 40) and shot one and really liked it. i just like the kahr a little better because of the single stack clip. makes the whole gun feel so skinny compared to the fat glock.

MustGoFaster · 09-12-2012

Well, no new guns for me since the Swiss, but I did go get my carry permit. It was odd timing for me, I had paid for and was waiting for my class and then the whole Batman/Colorado thing went down about a week before. Been carrying my Sig P225 whenever possible since. I am thinking I might look into a M&P Shield for something just a tad lighter. I've gotten used to concealing the full size pistol, but a compact just seems to interest me.

Fejery4491 · 09-12-2012

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Originally Posted by MustGoFaster

Well, no new guns for me since the Swiss, but I did go get my carry permit. It was odd timing for me, I had paid for and was waiting for my class and then the whole Batman/Colorado thing went down about a week before. Been carrying my Sig P225 whenever possible since. I am thinking I might look into a M&P Shield for something just a tad lighter. I've gotten used to concealing the full size pistol, but a compact just seems to interest me.

I would urge you to make sure you shoot both the shield and m&p9c before you go and buy the shield. I went to buy my carry piece I thought the shield was gonna be it. My buddy (works at the gun shop I go to) encouraged me to think about the m&p9c.

With the shield you:
-You lose the option of a safety lever or not.
-Lose grip inserts.
-You lose ambidextrous controls.
-You lose 5 rounds

Dimensions are pretty damn identical, though the shield is a fair bit slimmer since its a single stack. But neither are intended to be pocket guns. I've been carrying the m&p9c daily for the past year or so now, its really been a great little gun. And compared to a P225 it'll seem plenty small. Just something to think about.

1999Gst · 09-13-2012

i also looked at the m&p9c. not a bad piece at all. anyone like the kimber solo? or sig 938?

**Trogdor** · 10-19-2012

My new carry weapon. Springfield XDs .45 ACP.

1999Gst · 11-08-2012

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Originally Posted by Trogdor

My new carry weapon. Springfield XDs .45 ACP.

i was just reading on this, how do you like it? have you shot it yet?

**Trogdor** · 11-08-2012

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Originally Posted by 1999Gst

i was just reading on this, how do you like it? have you shot it yet?

The Good: It's a great size for carry, it's very simple to take down and clear, its accurate, it has a nice fiber optic front sight that comes with extra red or green in the case, also comes with 2 mags, a holster, a mag holster, a lock, and brush.

The Bad: The parts are a tight fit. This is both good and bad. People have reported problems with light strikes and misfeeds. Springfield has stated that they did send them from the factory a little dry. They recommend lube and a break in period of about 200 rounds. Both 1G_DSM and I have experienced this.

However, both of us also have resolved the issue with a little lube and proper grip. On that note, it is a small gun. If you have a large hand, you may find it difficult to grip because your pinky hangs off the end. This is why I have the 7 round mag, it allows me to get my full hand on it. After lubing it properly I've put another 250 rounds through it, and didn't have any issues with it. I would have like it to have worked properly from the factory, but given it was a simple fix, I'm very satisfied with it.

1999Gst · 11-09-2012

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Originally Posted by Trogdor

The Good: It's a great size for carry, it's very simple to take down and clear, its accurate, it has a nice fiber optic front sight that comes with extra red or green in the case, also comes with 2 mags, a holster, a mag holster, a lock, and brush.

The Bad: The parts are a tight fit. This is both good and bad. People have reported problems with light strikes and misfeeds. Springfield has stated that they did send them from the factory a little dry. They recommend lube and a break in period of about 200 rounds. Both 1G_DSM and I have experienced this.

However, both of us also have resolved the issue with a little lube and proper grip. On that note, it is a small gun. If you have a large hand, you may find it difficult to grip because your pinky hangs off the end. This is why I have the 7 round mag, it allows me to get my full hand on it. After lubing it properly I've put another 250 rounds through it, and didn't have any issues with it. I would have like it to have worked properly from the factory, but given it was a simple fix, I'm very satisfied with it.

Does it come with the 7 round mag? I will be shooting it this week maybe buying