Glock 19 Alternative

[hollywoodnights]

Hey everyone,

I'm looking to add a new semi-auto to my handgun collection. At the moment I've got a SW686 Revolver and a Beretta 92FS. I love the Beretta, but I'm shopping around for a smaller frame polymer pistol.

I want to love the Glock 19, but it's just not working for me. The grip feels awkward and something is off. I'm crap shooting it too. I'd also love to find something that's a little bit more unusual.

Any recommendations for something else to look at? I'm just using it for target shooting, I'm not carrying it or anything. I'd like to stick between $700 and $1000 for a price. Thanks!

[cc426]

Sig 226/229
1911
Cz75

[APNF128]

Have you tried CZ-75 Compact or CZ75 P01?

[Freq18Hz]

Glock 26, or a Glock 17

In all seriousness though: Glocks aren't the most accurate gun out there, but if you can't shoot them decent you need to work on your shooting. Glock 19's work well, even if they don't feel good in your hand. I would argue that if you are shooting properly, most guns feel pretty similar while shooting. Picking them up and fondling them is another story.

Springfield XD's have similar features to a Glock. They add a grip safety, and the trigger is "better" if you don't like Glock triggers. You also don't have to worry about leading.

Also check out the HK USP. They are extremely accurate for service pistols.


-Freq

[bigbearbear]

Range toy? Have you tried the newer Beretta PX4 Storm? It should be pretty easy to rent one and try it out.

[USMC VET]

Any of the CZ's, XDm if you can find an SSE shop for now, sig 226

[Gottmituns]

CZ Rami (2075)

[Bongos]

I'm in the same boat with the Glock 23 Gen4 and SIg 229.. I already have a P229 in 9mm and loves the way it feels

[Dont_Shoot_im_Chinese]

M&p

[Trenchfoot]

M&P9C

[Bug Splat]

M&p

+1.
Glock reliability with 1911 ergos. Great pistol.

[raws]

Do you want that striker fire type of trigger pull or DA/SA

[hollywoodnights]

Sig 226/229
1911
Cz75

Yes, I had the chance to rent a Sig 226 at a range, and I really dug it. That's probably my front runner at the moment. The stainless finish variant is really nice. I have a Sig 516 rifle and it's fantastic.

Have you tried CZ-75 Compact or CZ75 P01?

No I haven't, but I'll look into that. Thanks! I've never actually handled any CZ handguns before.

Glock 26, or a Glock 17

In all seriousness though: Glocks aren't the most accurate gun out there, but if you can't shoot them decent you need to work on your shooting. Glock 19's work well, even if they don't feel good in your hand. I would argue that if you are shooting properly, most guns feel pretty similar while shooting. Picking them up and fondling them is another story.

Springfield XD's have similar features to a Glock. They add a grip safety, and the trigger is "better" if you don't like Glock triggers. You also don't have to worry about leading.

Also check out the HK USP. They are extremely accurate for service pistols.


-Freq

Agreed on the accuracy. I think that my attitude towards the glock is spilling over into my proficiency with it. I like the USP! I haven't handled one in person, but I'll see if the range has it for rent.

Range toy? Have you tried the newer Beretta PX4 Storm? It should be pretty easy to rent one and try it out.

I have actually - I was definitely better with it than the Glock. I liked the grip on it. That's a good call.

Do you want that striker fire type of trigger pull or DA/SA

I'd say that I prefer the DA/SA pull, but I'm open

[ExtremeX]

XD gets my vote.

[S0M1L9S]

I hear great things about the PPQ, I want one.