Need recommendations on a 9mm handgun
 

I was hoping to get some good recommendations on a 9mm handgun. I already have a Glock 19. I was thinking about getting a second Glock, the full size Glock 17. That said, I am leaning towards getting something different for my second gun. Variety is the spice of life as they say.

So far, I been looking at the Beretta 92fs and the Sig P226. I would appreciate any additional recommendations. Thanks.

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All metal:

Range: CZ-85 combat, satin nickel, non blocking, super smooth trigger
Car: CZ-75, black, blocking.

Excellent guns, 22 kit available, well made, relatively inexpensive.

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Two of my faves, the HK P7 and the Browning Hi-Power:
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I'm not a huge fan of "plastic" guns, but I've been shooting a S&W M&P 9 Pro lately and really liking it.

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Bersa Ultra concealed (UC) 9mm metal frame, easy shooting and not picky about ammo. Runs about $ 375 Bersa does not advertise but by word of mouth. Also carries a lifetime warenty. Also a Highpoint carbine model 995 -- 9mm-- 10 shot - sweet shooting rifle eats all ammo no problem. 2 guns same ammo also the 16 inch barrel increases the power of the bullet by 30 percent due to the 16 inch travel.

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Not bad suggestions so far. I would lean toward Beretta or Sig, if not another Glock...

+1 on the CZ-75 PO1, Browning HP, Springfield XDM

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The CZ, Sig and Browning are all excellent choices. The Beretta is a POS in my opinion.

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Seeing as no one has mentioned Beretta in this thread except you I am going to assume you meant to say Bersa.

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The H&K P-7 is the only 9mm I carry as a primary but unless you have deep pockets I can't recommend one. These have always been expensive and now the price of magazines has gotten outrageous at 70 bucks apiece. Today my choice would be a S&W M&P compact or a Springfield XD.

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I have owned a Sig Sauer P226 for 17 years, and I would not trade it for any other 9mm.

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I just shot my new Springfield XD .40 Subcompact (3" barrel), and I liked it very much. The 9mm should be just as good, and if you want full size, they come in 4" and 5" barrels, too, and with bigger grips.

I have Sig P229s in 9mm and .40 S&W - also good, reliable pistols.

As noted before, the CZ-75 P-01 is an excellent choice, especially for carry. It's one of my favorites, and quite possibly the perfect CCW pistol. Don't confuse it with the SP-01 - it's also a good pistol, but it's a full size.

I don't recall seeing too many people that don't like Berettas. I've got two of the 92-FS in 9mm, and a 96-FS which is .40 S&W. I obviously like my Berettas a lot if I've got three of them. Mine are made in Italy - I don't know if there were any issues with the Beretta USA models that would steer people away.

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If you already own a G19 than buy a second one as a back up. You should always own at least two of your primary carry/defensive weapons. The manual of arms will be identical, magazines will be the same, spare parts will be the same and God forbid you have to use your firearm for self defense, the police will borrow it for months (even if it is a good shoot). Is this the time you really want to be carrying a new gun that you are not as proficient at? The G19 is one of the finest 9mm pistols ever conceived. Two is one and one is none. While this is not the sexy answer you may have been looking for, you know it is the truth.:coolbeer: Bx3

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I have a few Beretta 92's. As do my friends. We've shot two hundred rounds a week though them for the last few years.

They've got some issues, yes. But all the ones I saw were on well shot guns. I've also seen Glock, Sig, H&K, Springfield, and a few 1911's fail or malfunction.

Magazines are still relatively inexpensive compared to others. Plenty of holster choices.

You don't need an aftermarket barrel to shoot lead cast bullets.

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Lifetime warranty on the Springfield Armory, even if not the original owner. First rate treatment from Springfield Armory customer service from my experience.

That's incorrect. I've seen it first hand on the original Glock factory barrel.

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This is probably the best suggestion. Redundancy in equipment, supplies, and training.

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I'd recommend a glock 19 too.


But if you want something different then my real recommendation is for the CZ-75b or the 85b. I have a CZ-85 (pre-b) and I love shooting it. Its an awesome handFUN and I much prefer it to my wifes G17.

There is a little issue finding a holster for a cz75b but they are out there. I have one ordered right now for my 85...has a 15 week wait though for it to be custom made. I put the order in about 3 weeks ago.

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the smith MP is nice but if glock is working then i wouldnt change it up......just get another glock....easy swap on parts, mags....if it aint broke dont fix it

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I would go with the sig 226. To me glocks feel like toys compared to the sigs.

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Almost any big name is going to be OK. I hate to say this because I luvs the Smiths, But Lets get real this is old technology and pretty well prefected by now.

Sorry Smiths I didn't mean it. Quit looking at me that way.

M&P, 442 and 629

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I've had mine for about three years... great gun!

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Good to see a few CZ suggestions in there. Awesome guns. Mine is a phantom polymer. Last sunday I was about half way through my time on the range and something remarkable happened. It just turned from being a nice gun into being this amazingly accurate smooth marvel of modern engineering. It's like it slipped into some kind of groove or something. I wished I had more ammo because I didn't want to stop shooting.

I also like the XD's, haven't tried any compacts or subs. Hi-power are also very good. I think if I was going full metal I'd still choose the CZ SP01 Shadow over a Hi-power. I didn't mind the baretta 92's either.

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+1 on what he said.. Get your Glock 19 or heck go for the 17.. I like mine.. get yourself a 33 round magazine or two and have fun...

If you really want something different get a 1911 in .45 ACP.. Other than that stick with the Glock.

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No I meant to say Beretta, its in the bottom line of the first post. My best friend is a firearms instructor for the army and absolutely hates it. He has brought one over to shoot at my range a cpl of times and I concur, I would not waste my hard earned money on a 92 or an M-9 what ever you want to call it.

The Bersa is a decent pistol in my opinion.

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You don't say that the new 9 mm is going to be backup, just that you want a little variety. Get a Walther P1. It's a post-war version of the P38, with an alloy frame instead of all steel. They're cheaper than the 38s, lighter, and cost far less--I paid about $300 for mine, and that was high for that time. It's one of those pistols everyone at the range will ask about.

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Two is one, one is none.
I crap you not.

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+1 on the BERSA 9 UC.

I have and carry the .45 version and love it.

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If price is not an issue, buy the H&K P7. Otherwise I agree with Bx3.... buy a second G19.

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For less than $400, Taurus 92 can not be beat. I've had several in different configurations and loved them all. :ok: