most reliable

[stphnman20]

beretta or glocks

I had a Beretta when I was in Iraq.. That thing is a jamaholic!!! No how much I cleaned that thing, it wold always jam!! Then I switched to a Glock 19.. Lets just say it never failed me once!!

[FEMUN]

Thats odd. My three cousins In Iraq/afghanistan Love their Beretta's cuz they never jam.

[BamBam-31]

I'd stay away from the S&W pistols. I've never been sold on them, aside from the M&P, and that has a funky trigger.

"Stopping power" is really a myth. Work on shot placement, and the stopping will follow. mm, .40SW, .45ACP. All should suit you fine.

Of the listed guns, I'd not buy any. Since I have to pick from the list, I'd recommend the Glock series. Pick one that feeds the caliber you want.

Ah, the infamous mm caliber. Zero recoil, infinite stopping power.

As for the OP, I'd STRONGLY suggest looking at the Glock 17. Then any other Glock on the list. Then a Beretta 92F.

Glocks are nothing if not reliable.

[hybridatsun350]

Most of those guns are pretty solid, but if I had to narrow it down to three it would be:

1.) Glock 17
2.) Glock 22
3.) Glock 21

Glocks just work. I put the 17 at the top because of high mag capacity and fast follow up shots. "Stopping power" is a non-issue when talking about modern JHP bullets.

If you aren't sold on Glocks then take a moment to read this thread: http://www.glocktalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=462537

[InvictusManeo]

Glocks are mechanically excellent, but if it doesn't fit your hand you will hate it. In addition to being uncomfortable for some, the design is prone to stovepiping if not properly held, and personally, I have to focus enough on my grip to keep that from happening that the rest of my shooting mechanics suffer.

The 92 platform gets bashed by the Glock camp all the time, but I've never had a problem with one. First time I picked one up, it settled naturally into correct position and put all rounds on target with little to no effort. While I have seen FTF in a poorly maintained range gun shooting their reloads, that's the only malfunction (mechanical or user) I've encountered.

Both are good platforms, try 'em out and see which one is best in YOUR hands.

[Greg-Dawg]

Glock:

9mm: Model 34, magazine capacity 17
Model 17, magazine capacity 17
Model 19, magazine capacity 15

.40 caliber: Model 35, magazine capacity 15
Model 22, magazine capacity 15
Model 23, magazine capacity 13

.45 caliber: Model 21, magazine capacity 13

Glock Foh-tays!!!!

[thejackamo]

If I had to choose from that list, either the Glock 19 or the 21 (why is there a Glock 19 but no Glock 38 on that list? weird.)

[BamBam-31]

If I had to choose from that list, either the Glock 19 or the 21 (why is there a Glock 19 but no Glock 38 on that list? weird.)

Maybe LAPD doesn't wanna stock up on 45 GAP just for one pistol? Looks like a 9/.40/.45 only type of deal.

And if the OP is worried about the ol' "But the Glock frame doesn't fit my hand!" thing, read this:

Glock Adjustable Grip Models Announced
By Richard
Police supplier GT Distributers announced they received word that Glock is introducing adjustable grip model Glock pistols.

GT Distributers reported that they found out earlier today at the National Association of Police Equipment Distributers (NAPED) conference that Glock announced they will bring out the adjustable grip models later this year, or early next year.

At this time, there are no photos of the new Glock models, and I was unable to reach any Glock officials to confirm this information, as I received this after their offices closed.

Glock led the polymer handgun revolution, but has been criticized by some for not remaining innovative with new designs. The Smith and Wesson M&P has gained back some of the ground it lost to Glock years ago with police departments because of features like interchangeable back straps that allow the user to better fit the gun to his or her hand.

At the 2009 SHOT Show, Glock introduced the RTF pistols, which was the standard Glock with a more aggressive texture on the frame for a better grip and a different pattern of serrations on the slide. While some people like the new texture, many more people were hoping for a more interesting announcement from Glock.

An adjustable grip model Glock is certainly is significant announcement from Glock. What is interesting is that it was made at the NAPED convention. While NAPED is a good choice for Glock to reach the law enforcement market, it clearly does not have the same attendance and press coverage that the SHOT Show would have had. Additionally, just a few weeks ago, the National Rifle Association held its annual meeting, which was well covered by the gun press, and attended by many thousands of firearms enthusiasts.

I hope to have more information in the next few days.

*** UPDATE ***

Pistol-Training.com has posted a confirmation of the adjustable grip Glock pistol.

[Sobriquet]

I'd much rather have an HK.. but if I had to stick with that list, Glock 17 would be my only choice. I'd rather have more rounds of 124gr +P Federal HST or Winchester SXT than a larger caliber.

Make sure you put some real sights on that Glock instead of the garbage they ship with.

[john323]

most reliable

If it fits your hand go with the Glock.

[stphnman20]

If it fits your hand go with the Glock.

If your hand doesn't fit the Glock, Make the Glock fit your hand!

[tyrist]

There are many more approved models from those makers than you included on your list.

[thejackamo]

Maybe LAPD doesn't wanna stock up on 45 GAP just for one pistol?

I goofed on that model number - I meant Glock 30. I figure they have a full size 9mm (17) and a compact 9mm (19), why not have a compact .45 with the full size.

[Cato]

Glock 17; very boring, but of the choices, it's the one I'd stake the live of the citizenry on.

[frankiejoe577]

I don't know if it was just me or what but the one time I shot a Beretta when the barrel got hot the aim was really bad.... not just bad but REALLY bad. Could have been that the person that owned it never cleaned it... haha