Guns that are too big for what they are.

[Vin496]

What are some guns that you consider too big for what they are, if you were going to buy one today in California.

My 1st choice would be the HK USP 9mm. I used to have one and it's a good size gun, just doesn't seem to be worth it for 10 rounds of 9mm.

I know some will say the Desert Eagle, but for 8 rounds of .44 mag or .50 AE, I think the size is justified.

[loupav]

Keep in mind that the USP Compact was originally designed for 13 rounds of 9mm or 12 rds of .40.

If you're going by that rule, than USP, P226, Glock 17/22, XD, etc. would also be too big for just 10 rounds. But they weren't designed for just 10 rounds.

One really great pistol that is too big for what it is. Is a Mk23. I love that gun. I want one. But It's really over-sized.

[Vin496]

Keep in mind that the USP Compact was originally designed for 13 rounds of 9mm or 12 rds of .40.

If you're going by that rule, than USP, P226, Glock 17/22, XD, etc. would also be too big for just 10 rounds. But they weren't designed for just 10 rounds.

One really great pistol that is too big for what it is. Is a Mk23. I love that gun. I want one. But It's really over-sized.

I don't think the Sig 226 or the Glock 22 are really that big. The USP is a large gun and the brick grip adds to that impression. I have a USP in .45 and find it a good size, just in 9mm it seemed like too much.

The MK23 is a the size of the DE, and for 12 rounds of .45 that is a large *** gun, but not available in California through a dealer.

[sd1023x]

Beretta 92. One of the most gi-normous 9mm autos out there. Does it have to be that big?

[5150Marcelo]

Taurus Raging Hornet... I mean come on. Look at this thing, its HUGE and its chambered in 22lr. WTF?!?!?!

[NavDoc]

+1 on the HK MK23. Waaaaay too big.

[Vin496]

Taurus Raging Hornet... I mean come on. Look at this thing, its HUGE and its chambered in 22lr. WTF?!?!?!

LMAO that thing is John Holmes big for a midget round!!!!

[Miltiades]

Consider the application

I tend to divide handgun applications into three categories - range, home defense and concealed carry. For concealed carry it is important to have a smaller, lighter weight gun with adequate round capacity. But for the first two applications a larger gun is fine, and has the advantage of more mass to help handle recoil.

So the question of which guns are too large for their caliber and capacity seems to presume a concealed carry application, where size is more important.

For range and home defense I prefer a big, heavy gun. I like full size 1911s, S&W L and N frame revolvers, and full size USPs or Sigs. They seem best for calibers like .45 ACP, .357 magnum, .44 magnum and 10mm.

[Uriah02]

Taurus Raging Hornet... I mean come on. Look at this thing, its HUGE and its chambered in 22lr. WTF?!?!?!

I think we have a winner!

[Beelzy]

Taurus Raging Hornet... I mean come on. Look at this thing, its HUGE and its chambered in 22lr. WTF?!?!?!

This is what happens when one copies Dan Wesson a little too closely.

[FieldsofFire]

The Sig P239 for me...I realize it's single stack but I just wish it had a bit more...guess it just can't be done without going double stack.

[slowjonn]

I think the Hornet above wins but I would add the Sig P230. Very big for a "pocket gun". You can get 9's and 45's in smaller packages. Don't get me wrong, its a nice gun. But for a .380 it is on the big side.

[Mssr. Eleganté]

Taurus Raging Hornet... I mean come on. Look at this thing, its HUGE and its chambered in 22lr. WTF?!?!?!

Not .22LR. It's chambered in .22 Hornet



I real man stopper!

[tiko]

Taurus Raging Hornet... I mean come on. Look at this thing, its HUGE and its chambered in 22lr. WTF?!?!?!

I agree, that gun made for the look only.

[PutTogether]

Easy - the high point CF380. On the roster, can currently be bought brand new in CA.

To my mind, this is the worldwide champ for "bigger than it should be."

1) It's a polymer frame, but still weighs 29 ozs, UNLOADED. (The weight of a Glock 21 .45ACP)

2) It's nearly 7" of overall length (again, same length as a Glock 21 in
.45ACP) , and lets not forget....

3) All of that heft/weight/size....and it is a .380!!!

There are .380s that weight less than half this beast, and can fit in your front pocket.