May 25, 201214 yr I went to Heritage Guild in Easton yesterday to rent a couple of guns, I'm trying to decide between a Glock 19 Gen4 and a Beretta PX4 Compact. I walked in wanting to test out the PX4 only, but decided to try out the Glock too. With both I shot in the 9 ring at 5yds. (50 shots each) It was my first time shooting since 11 years ago. I LOVED the single action trigger on the Beretta, but didn't like the DA first pull, it was very long, and I kept finding myself trying to time it, almost squinting. My shots weren't too bad though even on the first shot. The Glock was great all around, I prefer the Glock, but shot a little better with the PX4. Beretta: (rental was full size, not compact) + Good SA trigger + Mag release + Price - Resale value - DA trigger long and heavy - Not used to safety/decocker Glock 19 Gen4: + I liked the trigger + Good all around feel + Reliability and Resale value - Price - No safety I like both Guns, especially the Glock, but shot better with the Beretta in SA mode. Does it make a difference that the PX4 was a fullsize? The compact is .5" shorter. I need advice, any advice! Thanks a lot in advance guys!
May 25, 201214 yr If you are not carrying it around, I would recommend the full size inox px4. Sounds like you already decided on the Glock but I personally like to see the state of the hammer. Not sure about the Glock resale value since there are tons of LE used ones coming out all the time.
May 25, 201214 yr Honestly, the DA pull on the Px4 is NOT that long and heavy compared to other guns. Very smooth, IMO as well, but that's probably because my Px4 has a couple thousand rounds down the pipe. I tried the DA pull on a FN FNX 45 and a CZ85 the other day - both have LONG HEAVY DA pulls compared to my Px4.
May 25, 201214 yr My only Beretta is a 92a1. It's a great gun, probably the sexiest, best looking one I own. But if my life were ever on the line, I would prefer the point and shoot simplicity of the Glock. My G19 gen.4 is probably my second favorite to shoot in my collection, preceded only by my G34.
May 25, 201214 yr I don't mean to be "that guy" and introduce another gun into your 2 gun decision...but I was between those same two and then I found the Walther PPQ and that's what I have. following your pro/con model above: Pro: -better trigger than both of those -better ergos & grip than a glock -mag release (if u like the HK style mag release in the trigger guard which I love) -cheaper than the glock, don't remember beretta's price point Con: -no where near accessory/parts availability you'll get with either of the other two b/c it's a new gun and S&W are the US distributor and they SUCK at getting the stuff out for Walther products -no manual safety (its safe action nearly identical to the glock) I know the guild in Easton has some to fondle but they won't rent them. All I did was pick it up and work the trigger followed by the glock and my mind was made up. Here's a pic with a Streamlight TLR-1 on it...its my bedside gun and I also use it (without the light) for IDPA. If you want, PM me your digits and I'll text you next time I head out to Easton and you can fire a few strings with it....might not be for a few weeks though.
May 25, 201214 yr The only one that can answer that question is you. It seems that you have done your due diligence and already arrived at a conclusion - coming on here for affirmation is a mistake. Follow your instinct. JMHO Adios, Pizza Bob
May 25, 201214 yr Con: -no where near accessory/parts availability you'll get with either of the other two b/c it's a new gun and S&W are the US distributor and they SUCK at getting the stuff out for Walther products -no manual safety (its safe action nearly identical to the glock) Also - if you want to compete in USPSA, the PPQ is not approved for the Production division....
May 25, 201214 yr Author I agree about the DA pull being very smooth. What I'm wondering is, did it take some getting used to, do you even notice the pull now?
May 25, 201214 yr I agree about the DA pull being very smooth. What I'm wondering is, did it take some getting used to, do you even notice the pull now? I try to practice DA shooting so I am fairly used to it.
May 25, 201214 yr I've recently shot both of those weapons (and a bunch more) at Easton. I went in NOT wanting to like the Glock, but came away liking it (or at least not being in the Glock hating club). But in the end, I purchased a hammer-fired DA/SA gun (Stoeger Cougar Inox). Here are my reasons: * You don't HAVE to ever use the DA trigger, but it is there if you need it, such as a second pull on a bad strike or if you ever carry "cocked & locked". * I like seeing the hammer. It reminds me that the weapon is ready to go. * When cocked-n-locked, it really takes deliberate action on the part of the shooter to fire the weapon. I believe this is safer then chambered and on safety because a safety can move without your knowledge. BTW, of the striker-fired guns I shot, I really liked the Ruger SR9. It felt great in my hand and I got better groups with that gun then other similar weapons.
May 25, 201214 yr There is one plus to the Glock - you can get a .22 Caliber conversion kit and shoot cheaper ammo. I own the PX4 Compact and I love it. It's probably has the lowest recoil of any gun I own. The rotating barrel soaks up most of the recoil. It's small enough to conceal (I conceal it in PA), but with a big enough capacity to be used for home defense. It's the Goldielocks of guns. Not too big, not too small - just right. Beretta has a winner with it. Personally, you can't go wrong with either gun. I would suggest that you buy both, but if I could have only one, it would be the PX4.
May 25, 201214 yr Author That PPQ looks sweet! Thanks for throwing something else into the mix! J/k Thanks for all the info guys, I appreciate the opinions a lot!
May 25, 201214 yr I chose the G19 for many of the same reasons after my testing. I am glad I did. It is super easy to maintain and clean. I also picked up some True Glo night sights at Dvor and put them on myself. The fixed sights can be tuned left or right to adjust. I can now hit a business card at 50 feet. Very happy with my decision and have added more Glocks. Sent from my DROID RAZR using Tapatalk 2
May 25, 201214 yr you know the saying for fugly girls, "bag the face, fugg the base" those are glocks imo.. great shooters but to ugly.. also uncomfortable.. well for my hands at least.. use the force, trust in your instinct. If you like the Glock get it. no one ever really regrets it.
May 25, 201214 yr I went to Heritage Guild in Easton yesterday to rent a couple of guns, I'm trying to decide between a Glock 19 Gen4 and a Beretta PX4 Compact. I walked in wanting to test out the PX4 only, but decided to try out the Glock too. With both I shot in the 9 ring at 5yds. (50 shots each) It was my first time shooting since 11 years ago. I LOVED the single action trigger on the Beretta, but didn't like the DA first pull, it was very long, and I kept finding myself trying to time it, almost squinting. My shots weren't too bad though even on the first shot. The Glock was great all around, I prefer the Glock, but shot a little better with the PX4. Beretta: (rental was full size, not compact) + Good SA trigger + Mag release + Price - Resale value - DA trigger long and heavy - Not used to safety/decocker Glock 19 Gen4: + I liked the trigger + Good all around feel + Reliability and Resale value - Price - No safety I like both Guns, especially the Glock, but shot better with the Beretta in SA mode. Does it make a difference that the PX4 was a fullsize? The compact is .5" shorter. I need advice, any advice! Thanks a lot in advance guys! I picked up a Glock G19 Gen 4 two days ago to keep my Glock 22 Gen 4 company. You'll get tons of opinions, but you won't go wrong with a Glock.
May 26, 201214 yr Author Keithco, I'll take you up on that offer, i sent you pm about it... And thanks for the help guys, I'll keep you all informed as to what I get!
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