One gun, no mods, no smith work - what would it be?

Spackler4013 · 05-14-2001, 08:47 AM

This one is just for fun. Suppose you were limited to one pistol. This would have to function as your carry gun, house gun, etc. One additional limitation: whatever gun you pick would have to be box-stock. No aftermarket parts, no sight changes, no gunsmithing work to enhance (or just to gain!) reliability of function or accuracy. You would have to take it out of the box and use it as-is. Well, you can clean it first if you'd like. Oh, and I lied before, there is one last limitation - it has to be a production piece from a manufacturer - no "semi-production" pieces like Les Baer or Rock River Arms, etc.
So what would it be and why? What pistol would you be comfortable with right out of the box?

A Simple Old Soldier · 05-14-2001, 09:08 AM

Quote:

On 2001-05-14 09:47, Spackler4013 wrote:
This one is just for fun. Suppose you were limited to one pistol. This would have to function as your carry gun, house gun, etc. One additional limitation: whatever gun you pick would have to be box-stock. No aftermarket parts, no sight changes, no gunsmithing work to enhance (or just to gain!) reliability of function or accuracy. You would have to take it out of the box and use it as-is. Well, you can clean it first if you'd like. Oh, and I lied before, there is one last limitation - it has to be a production piece from a manufacturer - no "semi-production" pieces like Les Baer or Rock River Arms, etc.
So what would it be and why? What pistol would you be comfortable with right out of the box?

My Remingtion/Rand 1911A1 .45, strate stock.

JHG · 05-14-2001, 09:12 AM

For me it would have to be either my Colt defender or my SA Loaded. Both have worked well right out of the box with no modifications what-so-ever. Maybe I got lucky (that would be a first)but my SA has never had any problems. Sites have not come loose, the FLGR has not backed out on its own nor any other malfunctions. I just shoot the fool out of it, clean and oil it about every 750 rds. One thing I have noticed about my Defender is it likes a very light lubricant (like rem-oil)if I use anything heavier it has a tendency to misbehave.
-JHG-

Tom Freeman · 05-14-2001, 09:54 AM

Easy, H&K P-7.

Most accurate pistol I own and I havent done shit to it.

Tom
AF Shooting Team

Shane1911 · 05-14-2001, 10:54 AM

Glock 17.

Gerald McDonald · 05-14-2001, 11:04 AM

If I lived in a city area it would be a Hi Power It has proven a little more reliable than the Kimber I own. If I lived where the threat would be of the 4 leg variety it would be a Ruger S/A in 44 or 45 either would work with the right load
Thanks
Gerald

voodoo · 05-14-2001, 11:06 AM

HK Tactical

Blackjack · 05-14-2001, 11:33 AM

Ok, so it`s not a pistol.
A S&W Blue Mod 19 with a 2 1/2" barrel.

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Pistolero · 05-14-2001, 01:26 PM

<~P7M8~>

Andy J · 05-14-2001, 09:23 PM

No question... Browning Hi Power Practical. Every trigger pull gives a bang and an accurate one at that.

mikey357 · 05-14-2001, 10:38 PM

Either my four-inch barreled Model 686 OR an HK USP, Sig or Beretta autoloader...while the 1911 IS a SUPERB fighting tool, I just don't trust 'em out-of-the-box...now, AFTER Dane or Wilson's or Vickers works 'em over...yeah, THAT'S the ticket!!!....mikey357

die · 05-14-2001, 11:11 PM

My Glock 22.

goldmatch45 · 05-15-2001, 01:06 AM

Sig 229!

Fred · 05-15-2001, 11:22 AM

Glock 19 or 21...

wewebb · 05-15-2001, 12:04 PM

Kimber Custom Classic. Haven't "tricked" anything out, just cleaned really well, adjusted the extractor (after about 1K rounds), and replaced the stock mag with Wilson 8 round. I shoot it for fun, Friday night competitions, and it’s my carry gun.

Webb

Shay · 05-15-2001, 01:02 PM

If I could only have 1 gun Totally stock without being allowed any modifications or improvements it would be:
Glock 17
FN P35 9mm.

I like 1911 but only a customized one,

NeilCasper · 05-15-2001, 02:02 PM

No question!
S&W Model 19 or 66 with a 4" barrel.
I shoot a box stock 4" 19 in IDPA. Minimum maintenance. Never lets me down.

Peter Zahn · 05-15-2001, 04:23 PM

No doubt for me here. It would be my H&K USP compact.

Spackler4013 · 05-15-2001, 06:05 PM

I guess I'll answer my own question:
I'd probably opt for a Glock, either a 19 or 23. In fact, somebody else could choose between the two for me - I'd be equally happy with either one.

I did carry my 4013TSW in stock configuration for awhile. The only changes I've made from stock at this point are a lower-power main spring and a slightly heavier recoil spring. I bought the thing well before the "agreement", and I like it very much, but in light of what has happened since, I would not buy another Smith unless the new owners make things right.

Ed Ely · 05-15-2001, 06:47 PM

SIG P229

bgenlvtex · 05-15-2001, 09:07 PM

Blued 4" Python

Roger D · 05-15-2001, 11:10 PM

If limited to one PISTOL, it would be the pre-Series 80 Combat Commander; if limited to one revolver, S&W M. 27 4".

05-16-2001, 06:39 AM

Due to my life style, I live in an urban area, I would go with my S&W Model 37. It is an always gun to me and that is the criteria I would have to use. Regards, Richard

Randall_1611 · 05-16-2001, 02:12 PM

Well, Would have to be a G-29 with at least one 20 mag and if a revolver, an old S&W M-57 in 41 mag 4". Would be nice to have some extra Bren Ten factory ammo too! (200 gr. @ 1200)

Jeremiah Vaughan · 05-17-2001, 05:43 AM

If I had to choose one pistol, it would be the Sig 220 .45 that I gave to my father.

Bodeen · 05-17-2001, 06:58 AM

I would opt for one of the most popular pistols in the world.

CZ75,single action.

38 Super Combat Commander · 05-17-2001, 07:35 AM

It would have to be my Browning Hi Power MK III.

RMLamey · 05-17-2001, 08:50 AM

Pistol- pre 70 series commercial Colt 1911, .45.

BUT i would much rather have a revolver, no mags to loose, no worries about a smith etc.... and that would be a S&W mod 28.

EricO · 05-17-2001, 10:05 AM

Either a S&W PC5906 or a Beretta Elite 92. If those don't cut it because of their "performance shop" creation, then I'd select a Glock 17.
EricO

Grayfox · 05-17-2001, 11:13 AM

No stock pistols for me. I'd opt for my Ruger Bisly Vaqurao 5.5 in 45colt with medieum heavy handloads (about 1,100fps)255gr. It's on the money and will always fire when I pull the trigger. As well as always having the power to take on any situation.

Hoser · 05-17-2001, 11:54 AM

Well, if this would be for EVERYTHING, including self defense and survival, then it would probably be a 4" barrel 44 magnum revolver. Can load 44 Specials for self defense and 44 mag for hunting and animal control or protection.

deputy tom · 05-17-2001, 08:39 PM

Springfield loaded,box stock.tom.

Eugene D. Goodwin · 05-18-2001, 07:54 PM

Quote:

On 2001-05-15 17:23, Peter Zahn wrote:
No doubt for me here. It would be my H&K USP compact.

I have to concur there. never had any, and I mean never, problems with mine.

HK USPc .45 for me. The thing looks neat too, how can you beat that? :grin:

Ronin · 05-19-2001, 05:19 PM

Not sure my S&W 627 PC qualifies so I'm going with the HK P7M13.
Ronin

rc · 05-19-2001, 05:38 PM

My Kimber Ultra Carry, stainless, low serial number.

scottr · 05-20-2001, 01:46 AM

Hello all. First post, lurking for a few days now as a guest. Saw Dane's site a few months back, but just found this forum when I was searching for some unrelated info recently.

Hmmm. The post title says One gun; the text suggests it only has to be a house and carry gun, and says pistol.

So if it is a home and concealed carry gun, a SIG P-228. This may change when I can finally afford something nicer than the 1911s I have fired so far, but my 228 has been more reliable than any of the (few) 1911s that I have shot.

If Spackler really means -only firearm-, because of where I live it would have to be a S&W .44 Magnum Mountain Gun. Tough to conceal on a daily basis, but can be used for just about everything I would like to do. Just have to practice with the speedloaders and start handgun hunting.

Come to think of it though, there was a stock Kimber at Wade's that had a sweet trigger, and shot like a magic wand...

Kemo Sabe · 05-20-2001, 07:54 AM

Got to be my Sig 226

VoceNoctum · 05-20-2001, 01:37 PM

Definetly my Colt Defender. No problems yet, I've changed the safeties to ambi, changed the grips and the trigger, but these changes are not needed. I'd still be carrying it without those changes.

dewey · 05-20-2001, 03:44 PM

Would have to be the Kahr K40 as all my other 'pistols' are Smith revos....dewey

Joe Ford · 05-20-2001, 05:14 PM

BROWNING HIPOWER .40 cal Silver chrome with factory adjustable sights.

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05-14-2001, 08:47 AM	#1
Spackler4013 Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Central PA, USA Posts: 218	This one is just for fun. Suppose you were limited to one pistol. This would have to function as your carry gun, house gun, etc. One additional limitation: whatever gun you pick would have to be box-stock. No aftermarket parts, no sight changes, no gunsmithing work to enhance (or just to gain!) reliability of function or accuracy. You would have to take it out of the box and use it as-is. Well, you can clean it first if you'd like. Oh, and I lied before, there is one last limitation - it has to be a production piece from a manufacturer - no "semi-production" pieces like Les Baer or Rock River Arms, etc. So what would it be and why? What pistol would you be comfortable with right out of the box?

05-14-2001, 09:12 AM	#3
JHG Junior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Alabama Posts: 12	For me it would have to be either my Colt defender or my SA Loaded. Both have worked well right out of the box with no modifications what-so-ever. Maybe I got lucky (that would be a first)but my SA has never had any problems. Sites have not come loose, the FLGR has not backed out on its own nor any other malfunctions. I just shoot the fool out of it, clean and oil it about every 750 rds. One thing I have noticed about my Defender is it likes a very light lubricant (like rem-oil)if I use anything heavier it has a tendency to misbehave. -JHG-

05-14-2001, 09:54 AM	#4
Tom Freeman Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Posts: 581	Easy, H&K P-7. Most accurate pistol I own and I havent done shit to it. Tom AF Shooting Team

05-14-2001, 10:54 AM	#5
Shane1911 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Canada Posts: 1,610	Glock 17.

05-14-2001, 11:04 AM	#6
Gerald McDonald Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Texas Posts: 138	If I lived in a city area it would be a Hi Power It has proven a little more reliable than the Kimber I own. If I lived where the threat would be of the 4 leg variety it would be a Ruger S/A in 44 or 45 either would work with the right load Thanks Gerald

05-14-2001, 11:06 AM	#7
voodoo Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Posts: 15	HK Tactical

05-14-2001, 11:33 AM	#8
Blackjack Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Posts: 176	Ok, so it`s not a pistol. A S&W Blue Mod 19 with a 2 1/2" barrel. <font size=-1>[ This Message was edited by: Blackjack on 2001-05-14 12:35 ]</font>

05-14-2001, 01:26 PM	#9
Pistolero Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Western NY Posts: 580	<~P7M8~>

05-14-2001, 09:23 PM	#10
Andy J Junior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Sunny, AZ Posts: 22	No question... Browning Hi Power Practical. Every trigger pull gives a bang and an accurate one at that.

05-14-2001, 10:38 PM	#11
mikey357 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Griffin, GA Posts: 129	Either my four-inch barreled Model 686 OR an HK USP, Sig or Beretta autoloader...while the 1911 IS a SUPERB fighting tool, I just don't trust 'em out-of-the-box...now, AFTER Dane or Wilson's or Vickers works 'em over...yeah, THAT'S the ticket!!!....mikey357

05-14-2001, 11:11 PM	#12
die Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Argentina Posts: 65	My Glock 22.

05-15-2001, 01:06 AM	#13
goldmatch45 Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Memphis,TN Posts: 20	Sig 229!

05-15-2001, 11:22 AM	#14
Fred Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: CA Posts: 169	Glock 19 or 21...

05-15-2001, 12:04 PM	#15
wewebb Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Everett, WA Posts: 112	Kimber Custom Classic. Haven't "tricked" anything out, just cleaned really well, adjusted the extractor (after about 1K rounds), and replaced the stock mag with Wilson 8 round. I shoot it for fun, Friday night competitions, and it’s my carry gun. Webb

05-15-2001, 01:02 PM	#16
Shay Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Posts: 407	If I could only have 1 gun Totally stock without being allowed any modifications or improvements it would be: Glock 17 FN P35 9mm. I like 1911 but only a customized one,

05-15-2001, 02:02 PM	#17
NeilCasper Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: The Fire Sufferers Land of North Central Ohio Posts: 89	No question! S&W Model 19 or 66 with a 4" barrel. I shoot a box stock 4" 19 in IDPA. Minimum maintenance. Never lets me down.

05-15-2001, 04:23 PM	#18
Peter Zahn Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Jefferson County, Colorado Posts: 403	No doubt for me here. It would be my H&K USP compact.

05-15-2001, 06:05 PM	#19
Spackler4013 Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Central PA, USA Posts: 218	I guess I'll answer my own question: I'd probably opt for a Glock, either a 19 or 23. In fact, somebody else could choose between the two for me - I'd be equally happy with either one. I did carry my 4013TSW in stock configuration for awhile. The only changes I've made from stock at this point are a lower-power main spring and a slightly heavier recoil spring. I bought the thing well before the "agreement", and I like it very much, but in light of what has happened since, I would not buy another Smith unless the new owners make things right.

05-15-2001, 06:47 PM	#20
Ed Ely Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Next door to Mars Posts: 46	SIG P229

05-15-2001, 09:07 PM	#21
bgenlvtex Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Texas Posts: 24	Blued 4" Python

05-15-2001, 11:10 PM	#22
Roger D Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Posts: 48	If limited to one PISTOL, it would be the pre-Series 80 Combat Commander; if limited to one revolver, S&W M. 27 4".

05-16-2001, 06:39 AM	#23
Guest Posts: n/a	Due to my life style, I live in an urban area, I would go with my S&W Model 37. It is an always gun to me and that is the criteria I would have to use. Regards, Richard

05-16-2001, 02:12 PM	#24
Randall_1611 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: WY Posts: 579	Well, Would have to be a G-29 with at least one 20 mag and if a revolver, an old S&W M-57 in 41 mag 4". Would be nice to have some extra Bren Ten factory ammo too! (200 gr. @ 1200)

05-17-2001, 05:43 AM	#25
Jeremiah Vaughan Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Licking, MO Posts: 9	If I had to choose one pistol, it would be the Sig 220 .45 that I gave to my father.

05-17-2001, 06:58 AM	#26
Bodeen Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Mo. Posts: 96	I would opt for one of the most popular pistols in the world. CZ75,single action.

05-17-2001, 07:35 AM	#27
38 Super Combat Commander Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: NH Posts: 608	It would have to be my Browning Hi Power MK III.

05-17-2001, 08:50 AM	#28
RMLamey Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Biloxi, MS Posts: 408	Pistol- pre 70 series commercial Colt 1911, .45. BUT i would much rather have a revolver, no mags to loose, no worries about a smith etc.... and that would be a S&W mod 28.

05-17-2001, 10:05 AM	#29
EricO Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Posts: 91	Either a S&W PC5906 or a Beretta Elite 92. If those don't cut it because of their "performance shop" creation, then I'd select a Glock 17. EricO

05-17-2001, 11:13 AM	#30
Grayfox Junior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Oregon Posts: 6	No stock pistols for me. I'd opt for my Ruger Bisly Vaqurao 5.5 in 45colt with medieum heavy handloads (about 1,100fps)255gr. It's on the money and will always fire when I pull the trigger. As well as always having the power to take on any situation.

05-17-2001, 11:54 AM	#31
Hoser Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 693	Well, if this would be for EVERYTHING, including self defense and survival, then it would probably be a 4" barrel 44 magnum revolver. Can load 44 Specials for self defense and 44 mag for hunting and animal control or protection.