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Old 10-23-2009, 07:42 PM   #1 (permalink)
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The right pistol for me.

I'm trying to decide on my first pistol and I need some help finding out what my options are as far as the different makers and models go.

I'm looking for these features:

DA/SA, Hammer Fired (DAO is okay I guess...)
Decocker (if DA/SA)
10 round + capacity
At least 9mm
Reputation for reliability
Reasonable price

I already know that I can get a USP that fits all of these criteria, just exploring my options.

Thanks in advance.

P.S. If anything I said is incorrect or whatever, tell me, I don't wanna be the "clips and bullets" guy.
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Old 10-23-2009, 07:46 PM   #2 (permalink)
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might want to check out the thread i started last night. It seems we are looking for about the same thing

Well i need some help
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Old 10-23-2009, 07:49 PM   #3 (permalink)
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+1 on the USP
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Old 10-23-2009, 07:51 PM   #4 (permalink)
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might want to check out the thread i started last night. It seems we are looking for about the same thing

Well i need some help
Thanks man.

Also, I forgot to mention, I have big hands. I shot a Sig P6 for my test and it felt a little too small for me, so double stack would be good.
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Old 10-23-2009, 07:57 PM   #5 (permalink)
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Sounds like you already know the answer to your question. You cant go wrong with a USP. I like the .45.
 
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Old 10-23-2009, 07:58 PM   #6 (permalink)
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Old 10-23-2009, 08:13 PM   #7 (permalink)
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Sig P228, 9mm, 15+1 doublestack
Sig P229, .40, 12+1 doublestack
I have them both and perfect for big hands IMO!!! COOP
 
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Old 10-23-2009, 08:18 PM   #8 (permalink)
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Crap, I keep forgetting things. Anything that is ambidextrous or comes left handed is preferred as well. Also, thanks for the replies.

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Take a look at the Taurus PT145. Its DA/SA striker, no decocker but 10+1 capacity, .45 ACP knockdown power in a small/light gun (23oz), its a 3rd generation gun so any reliability issues have been resolved and its priced less than $400 new. I think you can order it for left hand mag release.

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Crap, I keep forgetting things. Anything that is ambidextrous or comes left handed is preferred as well. Also, thanks for the replies.
HK P30. 15+1 9mm, ambidextrous mag release on the trigger guard and ambidextrous slide release. V3 is DA/SA with a decocker. Three different sizes of grip side panels and backstraps, I'd be surprised if you couldn't find a comfortable combination. Definitely worth looking into.
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