I recently realized that I am a bit under prepared in the handgun department. It's silly, as I own 30+ handguns. The problem is that 2/3 of them are vintage firearms. Of the modern options, most have specific roles. Nightstand gun, suppressor host, ect. I need a no BS 9MM that is combat ready and rock solid. Looking at the SIG M11 A1. Any thoughts?
Take a moment to think what features you want. What overall size, wt, capacity.
Despite the current shortage in stores, the selection of high quality combat is terrific right now.
Btw, some manufacturers offer enhanced models equiped with better sights, and factory tuned triggers.
My idea of modern combat gun was a Sig 220 Elite SAO.
Edit, nothing makes a combat pistol better than a Dillion 550B, 10,000 rds of range brass, and a source of cheap practice bullets.
The best 9MM handgun is the one you train with, and become proficient with enough, that its use is second nature to you in any situation. you will get a dozen recommendations as to which is the best and all will be right, it still boils down to training.
Best currently available, widely adopted by the pros globally. If I had to go to a pistol fight, it would be with one of these, so look no further:
Hammer:
* CZ75 variants with safety or decocker, and would include the P01, P07, P09, Shadow, Phantoms, etc.
* Sig classic P226 and P226 including the DAK
* HK USP and compact including the LEM
* Bersa Thunder Pro full and compact (not broadly adopted, but a hidden gem in the bunch)
I've already got 3 Glocks, and the FNX 45. My G17 is a suppressor toy, super high sights, match (less reliable) barrel, ect. G43 for everyday carry. G30, which was my iffy choice. I've been having a couple hiccups with it. I've rode it pretty hard. Need to replace some parts. FNX has a reflex sight, and is a little oversize for me 5' 5" frame.
I am leaning alloy frame hammer fired. Liking the Sigs and the USP.
From a purely rugged, ergonomic, comfortable, reliable, accurate design I would have to say the HK USP might be the pinnacle.
* It is DA/SA capable to please everyone.
* It has both safety for cocked/locked SA carry and a decocker to please that crowd.
* Trigger pull is good in both DA and SA.
* IF you don't like the safety mode you have, most are easily changed with a $10 part at your kitchen table with a screwdriver in 5 minutes. There are many variants.
* Polymer for light weight.
* Simple to break down and clean.
* Paddle mag release is the superior design, inherently ambidextrous and reduces inadvertent mag drops.
Might catch some criticism so here is a disclaimer...this is strictly my opinion amd nothing more...but my department is issued glock g17 mos. I think they are a fine weapon and would serve as a fine combat handgun Let the criticism began just so long as its of the constructive variety.
SIG M11 A1, the little brother to the p226 mk24. I liked the weight of the mk24, but the compactness of the M11 A1 is nice. When NJ switched to 10 round max mags wish I picked up the M11 A1
I don’t know if the BHP is the “best” but it’s sure the prettiest 9mm pistol out there, and still a good combat pistol (and in a relatively compact package too).
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