Recommendations WANTED: Best Mass Compliant Pistol under $1,000

[JFL]

Hi Everyone,

I am mostly a preban rifle collector/shooter but I am interested in hearing everyone's thoughts on the best pistol available in Massachusetts (used preban is okay) with a price tag around $1,000.00. I currently have an M&P, but would like to hear feedback from more experienced pistol owners/shooters. I'd prefer a 9mm, but .40 cal is okay too.

Thanks!!

 

[josh2600]

sig p226, pref low round count German gun, can be had for around 500. Do an e2 grip upgrade if it suits your hand better and then a SRT trigger kit and you have yourself a sweet gun. Hell, you could send it off to sig or gray guns for a trigger job and you'll still be well under 1k.

 

[JFL]

sig p226, pref low round count German gun, can be had for around 500. Do an e2 grip upgrade if it suits your hand better and then a SRT trigger kit and you have yourself a sweet gun. Hell, you could send it off to sig or gray guns for a trigger job and you'll still be well under 1k.

Awesome. Thanks, Josh. People rave about the Sig P226 so that is definitely a consideration. Thanks!

 

[josh2600]

Yw, it's still a solid gun w/o the mods. I can get a little mod happy.

 

[grizquad]

Love my 226! Use it at Sig classes too. Have all the other flavors and it is favorite.

 

[Enzo]

I've got the P226 and can vouch it is a great firearm. Also just got the 22 lr conversion kit for it which is a cheaper way to practice with what maybe your carry gun.
Both the P226 and the converion kit (all new) would bring you to about $1,000.

 

[Chet0729]

What do you want to do with it. Carry or just a range gun. I like the Beretta 92 for a range gun.

 

[warpig]

That's it? I'm disappointed! 20 minutes, and this thread is not a raging war yet?

 

[CRSIII]

If you're hot for the sig,
http://www.northeastshooters.com/vbulletin/threads/230020-Sig-P226-9mm-unfired-mint-condition

Not mine, but...

 

[Reptile]

Glock 19.

You can get pre ban mags for it. 15 round mags fit flush into the gun.

You can carry 17 rounders for backup but they will stick out a bit.

You can even use 33 round happy sticks in the G19 if you can find them.

I'd rather have 15 rounds of 9mm in a Glock than only 10 rounds in an M&P.

Being a Glock, I'd rather have only 10 rounds in a Glock than 10 rounds in a M&P if I only had cripple mags.

 

[JFL]

Glock 19.

You can get pre ban mags for it. 15 round mags fit flush into the gun.

You can carry 17 rounders for backup but they will stick out a bit.

You can even use 33 round happy sticks in the G19 if you can find them.

I'd rather have 15 rounds of 9mm in a Glock than only 10 rounds in an M&P.

Being a Glock, I'd rather have only 10 rounds in a Glock than 10 rounds in a M&P if I only had cripple mags.

Thanks guys! What about the Hk handguns? I am looking mostly for a range pistol. I've got an RPG for home defense.

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If you're hot for the sig,
http://www.northeastshooters.com/vbulletin/threads/230020-Sig-P226-9mm-unfired-mint-condition

Not mine, but...

Excellent. Thanks for the heads up!

 

[dnepro-mike]

it's like asking what is the best vehicle for under 20k.
obviously most people have their preferences and what's good for one won't be good for another.
so treat answers with a grain of salt. go to some place like MFS and shoot a bunch of diferent guns and see what YOU like.

 

[groundscrapers]

Thanks guys! What about the Hk handguns? I am looking mostly for a range pistol. I've got an RPG for home defense.

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Excellent. Thanks for the heads up!

H&K doesn't want you to own their guns because your not good enough.

 

[JFL]

it's like asking what is the best vehicle for under 20k.
obviously most people have their preferences and what's good for one won't be good for another.
so treat answers with a grain of salt. go to some place like MFS and shoot a bunch of diferent guns and see what YOU like.

That's a good itdea, Mike. The only caveat is that it's like asking what the best vehicle is for under $20K BUT you still live at home with your parents, and your parents are extremely strict and won't let you have a sports car, a 4 x 4 or any car that looks cool or is capable of doing donuts!!

 

[J.A.C]

Sig 226 all the way. I have the 226 9, 40, 22(conversion) and 229 40. If you get one with a rail you could get this if you are an accesories happy person. Mine don't have rails.


http://www.sigsauer.com/StoreProductList/adaptive-carbine-platform-116.aspx

 

[JFL]

H&K doesn't want you to own their guns because your not good enough.

Too late. I've got a PSG1 sitting in my safe.

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Sig 226 all the way. I have the 226 9, 40, 22(conversion) and 229 40. If you get one with a rail you could get this if you are an accesories happy person. Mine don't have rails.


http://www.sigsauer.com/StoreProductList/adaptive-carbine-platform-116.aspx

Thanks, J.A.C. - It looks like the 226 is pulling away in this race.

 

[Pilgrim]

either of these, new or used....revolvers are pistols too.

 

[J.A.C]

If you're hot for the sig,
http://www.northeastshooters.com/vbulletin/threads/230020-Sig-P226-9mm-unfired-mint-condition

Not mine, but...

CRSIII everytime I see your avatar I chuckle. "one dog is going one way and the other dog goes the other way and the guy is like what do you want from me?" haha

 

[BattleSnail]

I have a Sig P229. German frame, NH slide. no problems with it. I either got it before NH supposed QC issues or after they fixed them IDK...thing is a beast and runs like, well, a SIG.

Nothing wrong with a Glock either. They're fine pistols despite all the horseshit the jokers like to say. Just don't get an early model .40. Go with a Gen3 or 4 in 9 or 45 and it's not going to kB any sooner than any other gun would unless your reloading nukes in it.

I recently bought a Karh PM9, MA version and love it. Super small and easy to hide. Great little pistol.

I have a Walther PPS in 9mm and love it. Slightly bigger than the PM9 but still super easy to hide. Has a funky mag release design but I actually like it. Tack driver. I shoot it better than some of my other guns.

M&P: full size, compact, shielld. 9, .40, .45. M&Ps are F-ing great guns. Readily available.

Don't discount wheelguns. Plenty to choose from in MA in various calibers. Maybe a .357 so you can target shoot cheaper .38 special and keep the .357 HPs for home defense.

Decent number of 1911s out there for that price range too.

 

[J.A.C]

either of these, new or used....revolvers are pistols too.

A revolver popped in my head too. I was thinking about my S&W 500.

 

[DW357]

New/Used S&W 1911 9mm Pro Series?

 

[CRSIII]

New/Used S&W 1911 9mm Pro Series?

My first choice, but be ready to pay!

http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/...57775_757751_757751_ProductDisplayErrorView_Y

 

[BattleSnail]

there's tons of um non AG approved guns in MA if you know where to look and are willing to pay a bit of a premium.

 

[DW357]

My first choice, but be ready to pay!

Yes definitely. I picked up a used one on Gunbroker for $1,150 that was in great shape and is one of my favorite guns to shoot.

 

[fencer]

I have a Sig 226 and will NEVER get rid of it. My usual carry gun is a 229 because it is just a little smaller and a bit easier to carry. But I like my 220 as well.

I have some great wheel guns as well, but rarely carry them.

Not a Glock fan but they work.

 

[Dream to Dream]

Hi Everyone,

I am mostly a preban rifle collector/shooter but I am interested in hearing everyone's thoughts on the best pistol available in Massachusetts (used preban is okay) with a price tag around $1,000.00. I currently have an M&P, but would like to hear feedback from more experienced pistol owners/shooters. I'd prefer a 9mm, but .40 cal is okay too.

Thanks!!

HKs P30 series seem pretty popular nowadays. Price tends to float around $825-$895 from what I see.

 

[J.A.C]

HKs P30 series seem pretty popular nowadays. Price tends to float around $825-$895 from what I see.

Dream to Dream is that homestar runner? Man that brings back memories.

Reading this tread reminds me of how many guns I want to buy. Im leaning towards a 1911, never had one.

 

[Dream to Dream]

Dream to Dream is that homestar runner? Man that brings back memories.

I haven't been to the site in years. Probably should go play catch-up.

 

[JFL]

I have a Sig P229. German frame, NH slide. no problems with it. I either got it before NH supposed QC issues or after they fixed them IDK...thing is a beast and runs like, well, a SIG.

Nothing wrong with a Glock either. They're fine pistols despite all the horseshit the jokers like to say. Just don't get an early model .40. Go with a Gen3 or 4 in 9 or 45 and it's not going to kB any sooner than any other gun would unless your reloading nukes in it.

I recently bought a Karh PM9, MA version and love it. Super small and easy to hide. Great little pistol.

I have a Walther PPS in 9mm and love it. Slightly bigger than the PM9 but still super easy to hide. Has a funky mag release design but I actually like it. Tack driver. I shoot it better than some of my other guns.

M&P: full size, compact, shielld. 9, .40, .45. M&Ps are F-ing great guns. Readily available.

Don't discount wheelguns. Plenty to choose from in MA in various calibers. Maybe a .357 so you can target shoot cheaper .38 special and keep the .357 HPs for home defense.

Decent number of 1911s out there for that price range too.

Awesome. Thanks.

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I have a Sig 226 and will NEVER get rid of it. My usual carry gun is a 229 because it is just a little smaller and a bit easier to carry. But I like my 220 as well.

I have some great wheel guns as well, but rarely carry them.

Not a Glock fan but they work.

Thanks, Fencer.

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New/Used S&W 1911 9mm Pro Series?

Thanks! I was checking these out too. I have/had a Performance Center 1911, 952 standards and Long Slide. I know the 9mm Pro Series is a bit higher than I wanted to spend but it is a sharp looking gun.

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Dream to Dream is that homestar runner? Man that brings back memories.

Reading this tread reminds me of how many guns I want to buy. Im leaning towards a 1911, never had one.

The Performance Center that came about before the latest .45's are amazing pieces. I had the Performance Center .45 in Stainless and would like to get one in Blue. Expect to pay around $1,800 - $2,000. Well worth in though, IMO.

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either of these, new or used....revolvers are pistols too.

Thanks Pilgrim. Good point.

 

[EJFudd]

H&K doesn't want you to own their guns because you're not good enough.

LOL!!! So they say.

HKs P30 series seem pretty popular nowadays. Price tends to float around $825-$895 from what I see.

Must admit that I am lusting for an H&K P30. Fits my hand like a glove. Just can't seem to come up with that much cash before I weaken and spend it on something else... or even two something elses.

The P226 is nice too, but the standard grip is too fat for my hand. Very annoying.