What's the best "out of the box" semi-automatic pistol you've owned?

JDBerg · September 9, 2016, 08:01 AM

The best "out of the box" semi-autopistol I've owned has to be my Walther PPS M2 9mm. Even though I've bought two extra 8rd. mags for it, the original 6 & 7 round mags worked great, and it works with every holster I've tried with it. This gun shoots great, and I like the trigger & sights a lot. Wouldn't change a thing

Your Turn

TunnelRat · September 9, 2016, 08:03 AM

How are we determining "best"? Reliability, ease of accuracy, etc.? I'm not trying to be a pain I've just owned a lot of pistols so choosing a best isn't easy.

JDBerg · September 9, 2016, 08:13 AM

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How are we determining "best"? Reliability, ease of accuracy, etc.? I'm not trying to be a pain I've just owned a lot of pistols so choosing a best isn't easy.

No Pain, Lets Say it's a gun or guns that have been reliable, that serves its intended purpose well, and that hasn't been repaired or modified since you got it, get it?

TunnelRat · September 9, 2016, 08:16 AM

Okay. That's frankly a lot of pistols then lol. But if I had to narrow it down I'd go Glock 19, HK P2000, and HK 45c. I really like the 45c. I think I've had 2 malfunctions in 2500 rds and it's just a hoot to shoot.

Ibmikey · September 9, 2016, 08:17 AM

The most trouble free ( just does not have malfunctions) best handling pistol I have is a 1911a1 Remington Rand received from DCM in 1963. Second is a FN Belgian army first year issue 1935 Tangent/sloted High Power.

SR420 · September 9, 2016, 08:19 AM

G21

TXAZ · September 9, 2016, 08:20 AM

Sig P226 Mastershop series

FITASC · September 9, 2016, 08:22 AM

My P7, G17, G26; all have functioned flawlessly.

RickB · September 9, 2016, 10:25 AM

I haven't bought a lot of new guns, and very few of those didn't "need" some sort of modification, but the stock-est gun I own is probably my Browning Hi-Power.
Other than installing some nice wood grips, and blacking-out the white dots on the rear sight, it's box stock.
HPs are not known for having great triggers, but mine is better any other stock gun I've handled; better than a buddy's gun that has had a trigger job.

imashooter · September 9, 2016, 10:33 AM

That's a tough one. Probably my stainless DW Valor.

**Mike Irwin** · September 9, 2016, 10:39 AM

Toss up between my Browning High Power and my HK P7PSP.

SocialAnarchist · September 9, 2016, 10:46 AM

Springfield Armory 1911 Loaded.

ms6852 · September 9, 2016, 10:49 AM

My Springfield 1911's and browning buckmark.

**Mal H** · September 9, 2016, 10:49 AM

Hands down, it's my SIG P239.

Cheapshooter · September 9, 2016, 10:56 AM

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Lets Say it's a gun or guns that have been reliable, that serves its intended purpose well, and that hasn't been repaired or modified since you got it

Following that criteria I can't single out one particular gun. Discounting used guns because you stated out of the box I can think of seven right now that were trouble free from the beginning, and still are. All from different manufacturers. Bretta, Browning, Glock, Hi-Point, Kahr, Ruger, and Springfield Armory.
All have given adequate accuracy for their intended purpose. Some exceptional accuracy. From target shooting to CCW, to hunting, all have met their intended purpise.
I would say the most surprising was the Hi-Point. A 9MM bought to just see if they could possibly be as bad as the haters say. Not only is it 100% reliable, it is one of the most accurate 9MM handguns I have. Easy, and fun to shoot it fits the role of range blaster perfictly.

dgludwig · September 9, 2016, 12:00 PM

In terms of reliability (arguably the most important asset of a gun intended for use in self-defense), my SIGs (Models 220,226 and 227) and CZ 85 have been flawless. But, in terms of the sheer number of shots fired over the years, my vote goes to pistols that have been proven to me to be as reliable as the sun rising in the east: Smith & Wesson Models 6906 and 4006 (the "Third Generation" variants that I own).

FM12 · September 9, 2016, 12:12 PM

series 70 Colt Gold Cup, hands down.

TBT · September 9, 2016, 12:34 PM

Several 1911s/P226/G19/M&P9/P-07...

I've never really ran a gun extensively that didn't work without issues. I count myself lucky I guess.

WIL TERRY · September 9, 2016, 12:42 PM

SIG P210-5 convertible.
CZ 85.
DAMN near equal !

And so it goes...

dahermit · September 9, 2016, 12:46 PM

My Browning High Power is the most reliable auto I have ever owned. Never needed anything done to it, 100% function since purchased at least ten years ago. I did add Pachmayr grips for feel and a commander style hammer for aesthetics.

849ACSO · September 9, 2016, 12:54 PM

Kimber Pro Carry II. Carried it everyday the past several years (plainclothes LEO) and several thousand rounds later, it's still going strong. The finish leaves a bit to be desired; it's like an old Intn'l tractor; don't look like much, but it'll still pull a plow.

sigarms228 · September 9, 2016, 12:56 PM

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The best "out of the box" semi-autopistol I've owned has to be my Walther PPS M2 9mm. Even though I've bought two extra 8rd. mags for it, the original 6 & 7 round mags worked great, and it works with every holster I've tried with it. This gun shoots great, and I like the trigger & sights a lot. Wouldn't change a thing

I have several pistols that would qualify. But I agree the Walther PPS is an exceptional pistol. I have the "original" PPS and it is a joy to shoot, unlike others I have tried in it's class, and 100 percent reliable. It fast became my primary CCW.

jetinteriorguy · September 9, 2016, 01:27 PM

S&W Model 39. I should get another one, never should have sold that one.

AK103K · September 9, 2016, 01:52 PM

Out of the box, nothing but ammo needed....SIG's, Glock's, HK's.

Closest thing to that with a 1911....Colts and GI guns.

rep1954 · September 9, 2016, 01:56 PM

Sig P6

September 9, 2016, 08:01 AM	#1
JDBerg Senior Member Join Date: May 18, 2015 Location: PA Posts: 1,835	What's the best "out of the box" semi-automatic pistol you've owned? The best "out of the box" semi-autopistol I've owned has to be my Walther PPS M2 9mm. Even though I've bought two extra 8rd. mags for it, the original 6 & 7 round mags worked great, and it works with every holster I've tried with it. This gun shoots great, and I like the trigger & sights a lot. Wouldn't change a thing Your Turn __________________ Words to Live By: Before You Pray - Believe; Before You Speak - Listen; Before You Spend - Earn; Before You Write - Think; Before You Quit - Try; Before You Die - Live

September 9, 2016, 08:03 AM	#2
TunnelRat Senior Member Join Date: May 22, 2011 Posts: 12,215	How are we determining "best"? Reliability, ease of accuracy, etc.? I'm not trying to be a pain I've just owned a lot of pistols so choosing a best isn't easy. __________________ Know the status of your weapon Keep your muzzle oriented so that no one will be hurt if the firearm discharges Keep your finger off the trigger until you have an adequate sight picture Maintain situational awareness

September 9, 2016, 08:16 AM	#4
TunnelRat Senior Member Join Date: May 22, 2011 Posts: 12,215	Okay. That's frankly a lot of pistols then lol. But if I had to narrow it down I'd go Glock 19, HK P2000, and HK 45c. I really like the 45c. I think I've had 2 malfunctions in 2500 rds and it's just a hoot to shoot. __________________ Know the status of your weapon Keep your muzzle oriented so that no one will be hurt if the firearm discharges Keep your finger off the trigger until you have an adequate sight picture Maintain situational awareness

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TXAZ Senior Member Join Date: September 5, 2010 Location: McMurdo Sound Texas Posts: 4,322	Sig P226 Mastershop series __________________ Cave illos in guns et backhoes

September 9, 2016, 08:17 AM	#5
Ibmikey Senior Member Join Date: June 1, 2013 Location: Now relocated to Texas Posts: 2,943	The most trouble free ( just does not have malfunctions) best handling pistol I have is a 1911a1 Remington Rand received from DCM in 1963. Second is a FN Belgian army first year issue 1935 Tangent/sloted High Power.

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FITASC Senior Member Join Date: December 6, 2014 Posts: 6,443	My P7, G17, G26; all have functioned flawlessly. __________________ "I believe that people have a right to decide their own destinies; people own themselves. I also believe that, in a democracy, government exists because (and only so long as) individual citizens give it a 'temporary license to exist'—in exchange for a promise that it will behave itself. In a democracy, you own the government—it doesn't own you."- Frank Zappa

September 9, 2016, 10:25 AM	#9
RickB Senior Member Join Date: March 1, 2000 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 8,518	I haven't bought a lot of new guns, and very few of those didn't "need" some sort of modification, but the stock-est gun I own is probably my Browning Hi-Power. Other than installing some nice wood grips, and blacking-out the white dots on the rear sight, it's box stock. HPs are not known for having great triggers, but mine is better any other stock gun I've handled; better than a buddy's gun that has had a trigger job. __________________ Runs off at the mouth about anything 1911 related on this site and half the time is flat out wrong.

September 9, 2016, 10:33 AM	#10
imashooter Senior Member Join Date: December 28, 2013 Location: Alabama Posts: 395	That's a tough one. Probably my stainless DW Valor.

September 9, 2016, 10:39 AM	#11
Mike Irwin Staff Join Date: April 13, 2000 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 41,382	Toss up between my Browning High Power and my HK P7PSP. __________________ "The gift which I am sending you is called a dog, and is in fact the most precious and valuable possession of mankind" -Theodorus Gaza Baby Jesus cries when the fat redneck doesn't have military-grade firepower.

September 9, 2016, 10:46 AM	#12
SocialAnarchist Junior member Join Date: April 16, 2011 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 508	Springfield Armory 1911 Loaded.

September 9, 2016, 10:49 AM	#13
ms6852 Senior Member Join Date: April 3, 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 1,394	My Springfield 1911's and browning buckmark. __________________ ONLY TWO DEFINING FORCES HAVE GIVEN UP THEIR LIVES FOR YOU. ONE IS JESUS CHRIST FOR YOUR SOUL AND THE OTHER IS THE AMERICAN SOLDIER FOR YOUR FREEDOM.

September 9, 2016, 10:49 AM	#14
Mal H Staff Join Date: March 20, 1999 Location: Somewhere in the woods of Northern Virginia Posts: 16,949	Hands down, it's my SIG P239.

September 9, 2016, 12:00 PM	#16
dgludwig Senior Member Join Date: February 12, 2005 Location: North central Ohio Posts: 7,486	In terms of reliability (arguably the most important asset of a gun intended for use in self-defense), my SIGs (Models 220,226 and 227) and CZ 85 have been flawless. But, in terms of the sheer number of shots fired over the years, my vote goes to pistols that have been proven to me to be as reliable as the sun rising in the east: Smith & Wesson Models 6906 and 4006 (the "Third Generation" variants that I own). __________________ ONLY AN ARMED PEOPLE CAN BE TRULY FREE ; ONLY AN UNARMED PEOPLE CAN EVER BE ENSLAVED ...Aristotle NRA Benefactor Life Member

September 9, 2016, 12:12 PM	#17
FM12 Senior Member Join Date: February 5, 2007 Location: Monroeville, Alabama Posts: 1,683	series 70 Colt Gold Cup, hands down.

September 9, 2016, 12:34 PM	#18
TBT Senior Member Join Date: January 24, 2005 Location: Pittsburgh Pa Posts: 971	Several 1911s/P226/G19/M&P9/P-07... I've never really ran a gun extensively that didn't work without issues. I count myself lucky I guess.

September 9, 2016, 12:42 PM	#19
WIL TERRY Senior Member Join Date: July 6, 2000 Location: BLACK HILLS Posts: 1,322	SIG P210-5 convertible. CZ 85. DAMN near equal ! And so it goes...

September 9, 2016, 12:46 PM	#20
dahermit Senior Member Join Date: October 28, 2006 Location: South Central Michigan...near Posts: 6,501	My Browning High Power is the most reliable auto I have ever owned. Never needed anything done to it, 100% function since purchased at least ten years ago. I did add Pachmayr grips for feel and a commander style hammer for aesthetics.

September 9, 2016, 12:54 PM	#21
849ACSO Senior Member Join Date: September 21, 2014 Location: Somewhere in the middle Posts: 629	Kimber Pro Carry II. Carried it everyday the past several years (plainclothes LEO) and several thousand rounds later, it's still going strong. The finish leaves a bit to be desired; it's like an old Intn'l tractor; don't look like much, but it'll still pull a plow. __________________ "The day you stop learning SHOULD directly coincide with the day you stop breathing."

September 9, 2016, 01:27 PM	#23
jetinteriorguy Senior Member Join Date: April 28, 2013 Posts: 3,173	S&W Model 39. I should get another one, never should have sold that one.

September 9, 2016, 01:52 PM	#24
AK103K Senior Member Join Date: May 1, 2001 Posts: 10,223	Out of the box, nothing but ammo needed....SIG's, Glock's, HK's. Closest thing to that with a 1911....Colts and GI guns.

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rep1954 Senior Member Join Date: July 5, 2009 Location: Mid Western Michigan Posts: 1,187	Sig P6