If your only handgun is a G19 right now and you use it as a HD/all round pistol I am going to go the unpopular route and say get another one.  2 is 1 and 1 is none. 

 

I'm not sure what "2 is 1 and 1 is none" means, but I have been considering a G26 as a compliment to my G19.  However, given that I can't carry in this state it seems like the G26 wouldn't offer much functionality above and beyond the G19 that I already own.

I'm not sure what "2 is 1 and 1 is none" means, but I have been considering a G26 as a compliment to my G19. However, given that I can't carry in this state it seems like the G26 wouldn't offer much functionality above and beyond the G19 that I already own.

The only advantage a G26 has is the slightly shorter barrel and butt make it easier to deal with in an ankle holster. Any other place there is no difference in concealing a 19 vs a 26 (unless you have to put it in the smallest box possible). There is also a big difference (for some) going from a 19 to a 26. A 19 is the best all around 9mm made IMO.

PPQ 5" is out now.

 

Wish it had the magazine release on the trigger guard.

happen to catch a price?

I think $560 + $15 NICS and no tax. Give Jim a call

I think $560 + $15 NICS and no tax. Give Jim a call

thanks I'm gonna try to stop there today. Never been there and he's right around the corner.

 

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I'm not sure what "2 is 1 and 1 is none" means, but I have been considering a G26 as a compliment to my G19. However, given that I can't carry in this state it seems like the G26 wouldn't offer much functionality above and beyond the G19 that I already own.

It means that no gun is 100% reliable 100% of the time. So having only one means you could end up with none, have 2 and you can at least be assured of having 1 in the fight.

BTW, for home defense, you really should have a shotgun or rifle (AR platform).

While some prefer one over the other, I don't think many people would argue that a handgun is better than either.

 

Although any handgun can kill, the goal in a home defense situation isn't to kill, it's to stop the threat as quickly as possible. And handguns, no matter the caliber, are simply inadequate for that purpose.

To quote one instructor "A 20 gauge is still twice as powerful as a .44 magnum".

And most handguns that people use for HD are way less powerful that a .44 mag.

 

Just something to consider.

This is a great topic, and quite relevant because I too have 1 P2P left and as soon as the Christmas bills are paid will be looking for another handgun.

Wish it had the magazine release on the trigger guard.

The slide is compatible with the m1 frame. Just find some poor sap to sell you an m1 for $450 like I did

 

They are supposedly re-releasing the m1 in the new year as well.

 

I plan on trying to acquire just the upper or a new gun.

The slide is compatible with the m1 frame. Just find some poor sap to sell you an m1 for $450 like I did

 

They are supposedly re-releasing the m1 in the new year as well.

 

I plan on trying to acquire just the upper or a new gun.

I'd like to find some poor sap to sell me just the longer upper from the m2 if it's compatible. The PPQ has gone to the back of the safe for now. I've just modified my Glock 22 for 9mm plinking although there was a ton of work to get the Glock to where I want now. The PPQ is pretty much good out of the box. The only thing I modified on the PPQ was the sights.

 

I love these threads as I also have 1 more permit to go and am scratching my head trying to come up with an idea on what to do with my last permit.

For me, it will surely be a stainless Ruger Redhawk .44 Magnum 7.5" bbl

thanks to dayattherange.com for this photo

For me, it will surely be a stainless Ruger Redhawk .44 Magnum 7.5" bbl

thanks to dayattherange.com for this photo

 

 

That's an awesome gun and I like it much better than the Super Redhawk. Hopefully Ruger starts up production again on them soon.

 

In addition to the 686/GP100, this is my must have list:

 

·         Ruger 22/45 Lite .22LR

·         S&W 625-JM .45 ACP

·         Springfield 1911 Mil Spec .45 ACP

·         S&W Model 10 .38sp

·         Beretta 92FS/M9 9mm

·         Sig Sauer P226 Navy 9mm

·         Ruger Blackhawk .357/9mm

·         S&W TRR8 .357 Mag

·         Glock 26 9mm

·         Ruger SP101 .357 Mag

·         Ruger SR 1911 .45 ACP

·         Ruger Single 10 .22LR

·         FN Herstal FNX 45 .45 ACP

·         Ruger Blackhawk .45/.45ACP

·         Ruger SRH Alaskan .454 Casull

·         Ruger Super Redhawk .454 Casull

·         Taurus Model 905 9mm

 

this is a lot of "must have" guns..  lol

Thanks for all of your suggestions so far, they've given me some great ideas.  A 4 inch 686 plus is definitely something I've been considering.

 

Get the Smith....you won't regret it.  Very nice gun.....and that is coming from a Ruger fan! 

 

Also, you may want to look at an EAA Witness Match.  CZ75 clone that can shoot multiple calipers via conversion kits.  The Witness Match is on my list of fun guns to have.....and it is a very accurate, light recoil shooter!

 

Or you may want to get a shotgun and join us out in Clinton for some clay shooting......so much fun.

thanks I'm gonna try to stop there today. Never been there and he's right around the corner.

 

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his "shop" is in his home basement, you'll need to get it touch with him before swinging over.  Phone is 609-432-2367.  He does respond to text messages.

this is a lot of "must have" guns.. lol

Lol, that's after I parsed the "wants" from the list.

Of course, this is a 15-20 year project (unless I strike it rich)

take that p30L w ammo in the marketplace for $750 FTF..Good deal!

The sig 22 classic. Or is it a 9mm or a 40 cal. Why it's all three

Holds enough that if the Perp brings some friends you can accommodate them to !

I do recomend getting the classic in 22 and then finding the kits. I have the 22 with the 9mm kit and for both it was still cheaper then buying the 226 in 9mm form.

 

Love my p226 classic too. Have the 40 kit for it. It's amazing you can get 2 guns for less than the price of 1. Love my shield 9 also. Oh, that Ruger redhawk 44 magnum.... have that too. Used it for a side arm while hunting in Maine.  Got a Ruger lcr 38 with crimson laser grip just for fun and ease of use. One thing about a revolver if it doesn't go bang just pull the trigger again. No thinking, super simple. Wife has a Sig pro 2022 which I like alot. I would recommend any of these.

It means that no gun is 100% reliable 100% of the time. So having only one means you could end up with none, have 2 and you can at least be assured of having 1 in the fight.

 

A few days late with my reply, but Alpo hit it on the nose.  2 of the same platform is always a good idea.  A deep familiarity with controls and idiosyncrasies is always crucial.

Lol, that's after I parsed the "wants" from the list.

Of course, this is a 15-20 year project (unless I strike it rich)

Well, you better hurry!

Smart guns are coming to jersey before you know it.

Even if it's just a single .22 made in Germany.

The law is on the books just begging to be activated by the next admin in Trenton.

 

http://www.armatix.us/Smart-System.778.0.html?&L=7

And Bloombutt is helping:

http://www.examiner.com/article/bloomberg-tied-to-german-move-to-occupy-new-jersey-smart-gun-market

Well, you better hurry!

Smart guns are coming to jersey before you know it.

Even if it's just a single .22 made in Germany.

The law is on the books just begging to be activated by the next admin in Trenton.

 

http://www.armatix.us/Smart-System.778.0.html?&L=7

And Bloombutt is helping:

http://www.examiner.com/article/bloomberg-tied-to-german-move-to-occupy-new-jersey-smart-gun-market

 

Yeah, that's the other caveat: If smart guns become mandatory, the buying goes into full swing. 

Thanks for all your responses.  I change my mind on this weekly but as of now I'm considering a 4" 686+ and a Glock 21.  I'm sure I'll change my mind 10 more times between now and the time I have the permits in my hand.

I love my ruger sr1911. Cheap for a 1911, no issues, and lifetime warranty.

Just got a 686+ as my first handgun. I've out 400 rounds thru it and couldn't be happier

 

 

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Thanks for all your responses. I change my mind on this weekly but as of now I'm considering a 4" 686+ and a Glock 21. I'm sure I'll change my mind 10 more times between now and the time I have the permits in my hand.

I got a Glock 21 Gen 4 for sale if your interested.

Thanks for all your responses. I change my mind on this weekly but as of now I'm considering a 4" 686+ and a Glock 21. I'm sure I'll change my mind 10 more times between now and the time I have the permits in my hand.

You spelt Walther PPQ wrong

You spelt Walther PPQ wrong

If they made a 5" .45 PPQ(M1) that would be sick.

If they made a 5" .45 PPQ(M1) that would be sick.

Buy both and swap slides lol

1911, HK USP, or FN FiveseveN