There are three reasons given for Kbi.
The design of all Glocks have what is called unsupported chambers.
Posted on 11/28/2008 10:36:17 AM PST by scottdeus12
Hello fellow freepers, I have a question to ask. I've been recently looking at some hanguns - specifically the Glock 23 and 27 and also a Taurus (all .40 cal). I'm looking for a home-defense weapon and I'd like to have the versatility to carry it as well. I love the feel of the taurus, but the smaller Glock is nice because you can conceal it easily.....
Does anyone have any suggestions?
“How is the XD for accuraccy?”
I haven’t fired one yet...plan to rent one if my gunshop has it, will let you know. Think you could pull up on the internet some opinions from users.
The orignal poster talked in terms of home defense and we don’t know if there is a female shooter in house as well, but a big 1911 may not be his best tool. He might be better off with a revolver firing a .38 cal HP.
Have been reluctant to get away from the full-szied 1911 but now pretty much believe the “plastic” in .45 cal is better for carry purposes. My baby is a one-owner 1970’s Colt Commander 9mm but the XD may be in my future.
Regards,
First off, there are some serious shooting and reloading pros on FR so I’m a bit shy of offering advice.
Your first reloaded round is the most expensive, they all get cheaper after that!
I’ve got a single stage press that works fine. I’ve also got a turret that I’ve never set up and don’t know if I will.
I wish I had a progressive press having once used a friends but I don’t. However I have learned how to do batches of hundreds by doing each step by the hundreds instead of all at one time. Also, at any given time I may have hundreds of cleaned and primed brass just waiting for powder and lead and if all I want is 50 or so, great.
Do yourself a favor and get your primers now. I buy by the 1000 and I’m still small time compared to some on FR and others I know. There’s talk of expiring primers someday so you’d want regular ones now. This is also another reason I’m trimming down to just a couple calibers instead of many. I’m just not skilled enough to do 9 mm and .40 justice on reloading. .38/357 and .45 is much more forgiving.
No tv while reloading. No smoking. No drinking. Care on visitors. Radio only, if that. No room for distractions when loading powder. None.
Oh yeah...carbide dies. More expensive but worth every penny more.
If you ever get into a self-defense situation, the gun you want to have in your hand is the one that feels right in your hand, and that you've practiced with so much it's practically all reflex.
If it’s for home defense only, I recommend a pump shotgun loaded with 00 buck.
For carry, your options are good. I like the Glock 23 but I usually carry a 38 snubbie.
Range time is it. Run a bunch of various ammo types through whatever new gun you buy. You’ll find out that some species perform better than others and you don’t want to discover this when you really need the piece.
I own a .40 Taurus PT100 in stainless I bought 16 years ago. I’ve fired at least 2500 rounds through it and have yet to have a misfire or jam with either FMJ’s or hollow points. It’s also been quite accurate and easy to disassemble and clean. It’s a spinoff of the Beretta 92 (both were produced in the same factory in Brazil). I also have a SigSauer 220 which is an excellent piece but a little more pricey. Taurus’s warranty makes it a win/win situation.
I have been in love with my G27, but I will soon be in the market for a hammerless Ladysmith ( even though Im a guy ).
Its the trigger pull for me.
Buy what feels most comfortable to you. Its going to be what you shoot the most, so comfort counts bigtime.
1. Most accurate at 20 feet.
2. Single shot kills perp.
3. Easy concealed carry in shoulder holster or on hip.
4. Smooth action.
5. Easy load. Reload.
6. Can handle load variations.
7. Price NO object.
Your thoughts?
Look at the S&W M&P models. I think you’ll like them a lot better than the Glocks. Glocks aren’t bad, but the M&P is replacing Glocks in many police departments around the country.
1911
“If it’s for home defense only, I recommend a pump shotgun loaded with 00 buck.
For carry, your options are good. I like the Glock 23 but I usually carry a 38 snubbie.”
Well, I actually have a Ruger Red Label (which is awesome); but I’m looking for a carry weapon....and yes, the glock is nice. Many folks here are recommending the Springfield XD however...so many choices...
I’ve got the Glock 20 (10-mm). It is comparable to a .40 cal. However, the ammo cost is considerably more than a 9-mm or .38 cal. If you are looking to do a lot of target practice, go with the smaller caliber. If you are looking to stop a home invader, go with the higher one.
No and no.
The Springfield Armory XD is probably what you want. Think about it like a second generation Glock.
I love guns but Glocks are my last and bottom choice.
There are three reasons given for Kbi.
The design of all Glocks have what is called unsupported chambers.
The problem with that is that the HP is basically IMPOSSIBLE to find new.
I've been looking for a "like new" HP from the 1970s or before to have customized and while they are out there, new HPs are not.
Recoil.
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