1911 or Glock

[Vanilla Gorilla]

I think it depends on what you have now. What about if you pretend that you will not be able to buy both, which gun would you be happier with? They're just so different than the other.

Personally, if I had to pick one I think it'd be the Glock. I love 1911s but the Glock is a more practical choice.

that is the problem this is a fun gun nothing practical and i reload for both 9mm and 45 acp already i own a 1911 but it is a springfield compact so i dont have a full size 1911 also i dont have a Glock at all so i am really stuck on this one

[DaveFJ80]

I have a Kimber TLE and a Glock 19, almost the same situation as yours. If I had to choose which one to get first, I would choose the Glock (which is what I did). And obviously the 9mm is a cheaper round to shoot.

However, after having owned both and shot both guns quite extensively, the 1911 is a much more 'fun' gun to shoot, and also I can shoot it more accurately. The more you handle and shoot a 1911, the more you realize the Glock isn't really up to it's caliber in quality... but then it's not supposed to be. They're 2 different guns for 2 different purposes, and both are great and fun to shoot. If I had to choose 1 to take with me to the range and shoot, it would be the 1911. But if I had to choose 1 for HD use, then it would be my Glock (for a few personal reasons, as others may differ in opinion).

[AleksT]

I've always been a 1911 man but you can't deny that Glocks are as reliable as the day is long (okay I'm sure there are some that aren't) and there are tons of parts you can buy for them. While you can't beat a GOOD 1911 trigger you can sure beat a mediocre one.

I haven't tried out the RIA yet but after firing Glocks for the past few months their stock triggers aren't *that* bad. The great thing about Glocks is that you don't need a gunsmith to fit new parts and you can just shoot the hell out of 'em because they're never going to become a collector's item. I doubt the RIA will either.

You can "hot rod" your RIA to become better than the Glock but you'll end up spending LOTS of money. Ultimately, to have a super nice RIA you probably could have bought a box stock Kimber or fully loaded Springfield.

I vote "G17", shoot up as much 9mm as you want and then get the RIA (or other 1911) later.

[OC-Indian]

Get the G30 instead of either

[the_dude]

Get the Glock, it's a better more reliable gun. 1911's are great but I'd consider looking at something a little better than a RIA. There are a lot better 1911 choices out there.

so true. bought the g.i. rock in .45 because it was what i could buy right then and there. have been kicking myself ever since for not getting a 9mm. i dont want to dog on the rock but id trust my life with a glock...

[Vanilla Gorilla]

so true. bought the g.i. rock in .45 because it was what i could buy right then and there. have been kicking myself ever since for not getting a 9mm. i dont want to dog on the rock but id trust my life with a glock...

you want to sell that RIA then?

[supersonic]

1911 vs. Glock

First of all, you are trying to compare two completely different types of handgun. And if that were not enough, you are also trying to compare 9mm to .45AUTO. Can anyone say "Apples & Oranges?"......or "BMW & Cadillac?"......... As far as caliber goes, how about "Yellow Jacket vs. Mack Truck?"....So you see it is an invalid comparison, really. Just my .02.

BUT, for the simple fact that the Gen 3's are not going to be here forever (and the fact that the Glock is much easier to "learn" -muscle memory wise-), I would opt for the G-17. Buy a 1911 when you can afford something a 'bit' better (Smith & Wesson is a good starting point, as you can get a great, solid, accurate, reliable pistol for around a grand). And ***flame suit on for the purists that are sure to come*** the external extractor never needs tuning & will never fail you. The F/L guide rod is a good thing, as well.

[Speedpower]

Get both and get it over with

[Vanilla Gorilla]

First of all, you are trying to compare two completely different types of handgun. And if that were not enough, you are also trying to compare 9mm to .45AUTO. Can anyone say "Apples & Oranges?"......or "BMW & Cadillac?"......... As far as caliber goes, how about "Yellow Jacket vs. Mack Truck?"....So you see it is an invalid comparison, really. Just my .02.

i am not comparing the two i am looking for opinions on what one to get first not opinions on what one is the better gun

[Vanilla Gorilla]

Get both and get it over with

i am getting both just want an opinion on what to get first

[the_dude]

you want to sell that RIA then?

i've thought about it. having said that the armscor c.s. is great. i sent lindsie into get tuned and actually got to speak with dave who did the work himself. still gonna get a 9mm but a 1911 thats tuned is worth holding on to.

[Peter W Bush]

OMG again??!!!

[Vanilla Gorilla]

i've thought about it. having said that the armscor c.s. is great. i sent lindsie into get tuned and actually got to speak with dave who did the work himself. still gonna get a 9mm but a 1911 thats tuned is worth holding on to.

lol figured it couldnt hurt to ask

[someR1]

seriously, just flip a coin .....cause you will have both eventually

[JanG]

get a glock 17c or 19c then let me borrow it