trade 1911 for glock? good idea?

[BHPFan]

Well, my 21st b day is coming up in about 5 months. I am going to get a 1911 transfered to me from my family then. I am just thinking on the side of practicality... would it make sense for me to sell it and then buy a glock 21 or a glock 17 maybe (glcok 17 only if we get the mag ban killed by then). I am thinking glocks are more reliable than 1911's, and have higher capacity, and are also probably easier to train for as a carry gun... would i be crazy to trade my 1911 for a glock 21? and I know the glock trigger isnt as nice but I shot a buddies glock 21 and I didnt notice much of a difference.

Dude, keep the 1911 and save up your $$$ for the G21.

Your 21st BDay coming in 5 months? That is enough time to save cash for a G21. If you look around carefully, you can get deals in the $500 range.

[gwl]

I'd keep the 1911 and buy a Glock later.

[dexter9659]

As stated before, "apples and oranges". Just as both an apple and an orange are both fruits, both a 21 and a 1911 GI are both 45s, that is where the similarities stop. The guns are so different from one another they cannot be compared. Hinged trigger, vs straight pull, double stack vs single stack, polymer vs metal, ect.

Keep your 1911 and thank your parents profusely as it is a fine pistol and piece of machinery! Shoot it and enjoy it, but dont forget to try other handguns... Who knows, maybe you will enjoy CZs, HKs, Sigs, or Glocks. There is no limit to what you can own. No one said you cant own all of them!!

[AfricanHunter]

If this is your first gun then get rid of the 1911. A 1911, in a defensive weapon, is not the best gun unless you plan on dedicating yourself to the 1911 platform. This means you have to train your motor skills to flip the safety off whenever you draw. If not, you may forget this and it could end up bad in a bad situation. This also means that you will flip the safety on all non-1911 platforms. Personally, I don't see the purpose of doing this from the start. If you want a great, reliable gun, then get yourself a glock or XD45 or HK. 1911's are great for range use and are very cool guns. But you need to get passed that if you're looking for a defensive weapon. This does not make you a brat, as one member said. It's doing what's right for YOU. If a 1911's not right, then so be it. A 1911 was my first gun and it took a few months to realize I wasn't a 1911 guy. Now, I still want one, but for range use only.

See bold above. I think trading it off before you have a chance to see if you like it is a mistake but do what you will.

[Shenaniguns]

See bold above. I think trading it off before you have a chance to see if you like it is a mistake but do what you will.

It annoys me that too many think that a 1911 is a must for every collection IMO eveyone should at least try out a true Semi-custom or custom to see what the big deal is about but not be pushed towards them so much that they feel pressured. All 1911's are not created equally and in comparison are built like a Yugo to a Formula 1 car while a Glock or Sig are more like a Camry and Passat.

[NiteQwill]

It annoys me that too many think that a 1911 is a must for every collection IMO eveyone should at least try out a true Semi-custom or custom to see what the big deal is about but not be pushed towards them so much that they feel pressured. All 1911's are not created equally and in comparison are built like a Yugo to a Formula 1 car while a Glock or Sig are more like a Camry and Passat.

Every real gun owner has a 1911

[domokun]

Keep the 1911. Save up and buy a Glock as your first handgun purchase after you turn 21. Don't sell the Springfield 1911 GI, it's a nice 1911.

[4thSeal]

Keep the 1911...

Here is my new purchase.

It called to me over the Kimber Warrior II and the Nighthawk GRP they had in the case.

10 Day wait game has begun !



I also have a Glock 17 and 21sf ...

[Shenaniguns]

Every real gun owner has a 1911

You must drive a Model-T old man

[chickenfried]

Since you're getting a 1911 and your buddy has a glock, take both to the range a few times. Then make your decision based on your experiences with both rather than what people say.

[Powersauce]

Keep the 1911...save up for a Glock....save some more...buy more guns.

[CaptainGlock]

Now, let me think. What would I do in this situation?

[nrakid88]

Now, let me think. What would I do in this situation?

Hahahahah.... I did not get that... then I read your signature.... then I read your UN.... HAHAHA. I cant take your advice.... tooo biased. LOL

[JTROKS]

If I have a Glock 17 I'd trade you for your SA GI. When you sell that 1911 it will at a loss, prices on them have gone up. Keep it and save up for the Glock. You'll find used Glocks at cheaper prices. When you have both shoot them side by side then you'll thank many of us for advicing against selling the 1911. Goodluck.

[NiteQwill]

You must drive a Model-T old man

Model T? I'm still using a horse and carriage. Don't worry, my 26" dubs get all the ladies still.