I just wanted to get some opinions on what my next handgun should be. Im torn between and Beretta 92FS and the Springfield XD in 9mm. Also, ONLY BECAUSE I ALWAYS WANTED ONE SINCE I WAS LITTLE.. a desert eagle in the .50AE lol.

I just wanted to get some opinions on what my next handgun should be. Im torn between and Beretta 92FS and the Springfield XD in 9mm. Also, ONLY BECAUSE I ALWAYS WANTED ONE SINCE I WAS LITTLE.. a desert eagle in the .50AE lol.

 

Since they are both guns with excellent reputations, I don't think anyone's answer here on the forum will help you unless there is some feature of either gun that you were unaware of. Personally, I think XD's sit very high in the hand and have a bad bore axis. They are comfortable to grip though. Go to Shore Shot and shoot both. That is going to give you the best answer.

My choice is D.) All of the above

 

 

My choice is D.) All of the above

 

 

 

hahahahaha, i like your thinking but my wallet doesnt xP

Take whatever advice you got for your first handgun, and use that. It doesn't change if it's your second or your three-hundred and fifth.

Knowing what you already have will also help. If you already have a plastic fantastic, I'de get the M92FS. If you already have a full sized heavy pistol, I'de get the XD. If you have a gun that kinda fits both roles (a full sized plastic) I'de get the DE for giggles. If it was me, I'de get neither of your choices but thats just me

You gotta go with the one that chooses you. You'll know it when it happens.

What is your current gun?

 

I started out with a beretta as my first, a few thousand rounds down range and then I picked up a Ruger gp-100 wheel gun, which I am loving. I feel that if having only 2 pistols, a semi auto ( beretta) and a revolver ( gp100 ) is a nice selection.

I understand what everyone is saying about trying and buying. i have shot both, but not side by side. currently i have a colt 1911 which i love.

Also, think about function, practicality , and use - concerning ammo costs.

 

you might be better with a smaller caliber like 9mm over a .50

 

average box of 50 for 9mm goes for 11 or 12 bucks.

 

average box of 20 for .50 goes for 30-35 dollars.

 

something to think about.

Between the two, I would get the Beretta. That's me though. Go feel both and really nitpick the features you don't like....the decision will become clear.

go beretta man, 9mm is plentyfull

 

 

Beretta EYE CANDY

 

go beretta!

 

(w/hogue grips )

 

Not sure if you purchased yet or not. The post is 1 month old and possible for you to still be on the fence and still have your purchase permit. One thing to keep in mind is what you are looking to use the weapon for. If it's home defence and range shooting I would recommend the Beretta. Even though I own a XD 9 3.8 sub. Reason being, depending on how familiar you are with handing a firearm. The XD's does not come with a manual safty unless you look to purchase it that way. I have seen a lot of people take my XD and instantly place their finger on the triger. Not realizing until I stop them, that if the gun was loaded they could have easily set it off. Your also looking at a price differance of from $50 to $100

Beretta 92FS

Why don't you look into the Beretta 92A1? It's a great pistol and dare I say it's nicer looking than a 92FS? LOL. I love mine... It's a great shooter!

My opinion, CZ SP01 Phantom.

 

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Ryan