9mm for home defense/range

t3079 · January 29, 2011, 05:54 PM

What's the best bet out of this lot?

Willie Lowman · January 29, 2011, 06:04 PM

Sig P226

t3079 · January 29, 2011, 06:12 PM

Can't argue with the Sig! I'm really trying to keep about $500 range, maybe $550

wbw · January 29, 2011, 06:14 PM

I voted FNP because you didn't have FNX listed.

I tried the PX4 at Bass Pro and it was too large and blocky for me.

I've not tried the SR9 or P99 so I can't comment.

I've not tried the SP-01 Phantom, but I have owned two CZs before, and liked them quite a bit, but couldn't shoot very well with either.

I just recently purchased the FNX-9 and love it. It's light weight but doesn't recoil any more than my heftier 9mms. It's DA/SA and the SA is pretty nice. Big ol' dot for a front sight and changeable backstraps. It's a keeper.

t3079 · January 29, 2011, 07:16 PM

I'd really like to shoot the FNP but range doesnt have it.

Anyone know how much the new Walther PPQ will be and when it will start shipping?

p99guy · January 29, 2011, 07:24 PM

Walther P99 magazines are expensive....the FN FNP9 or FNX9 is a much better buy, and comes with 3 mags...and extras are reasonable. very reliable.

t3079 · January 29, 2011, 07:50 PM

FNP definitely seems like a great value, feels like a really high quality gun

Ruger is really affordable too, but I'd probably say FNP feels like a little bit nicer otpion

Bamashooter · January 29, 2011, 07:59 PM

I voted FNH becouse I really like those guns.

Marlin009 · January 29, 2011, 08:01 PM

Can't tell you the best but I don't think you'd be disappointed in the Beretta. I really like mine.

Ludarue · January 29, 2011, 08:18 PM

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Can't tell you the best but I don't think you'd be disappointed in the Beretta. I really like mine.

+1

I have a px4 sub compact in 9mm and absolutely love it.

tomwalshco · January 29, 2011, 08:26 PM

Voted for the PX, but for the range, would rather have a 92FS. Very accurate, smooth as glass, could shoot it all day if I had the dough....

proxpilot · January 29, 2011, 08:32 PM

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Can't argue with the Sig! I'm really trying to keep about $500 range, maybe $550

than how about the SIG Pro 2022. can be had for $400. IMO you cant beat that.
http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/p...ducts_id/69931

armoredman · January 29, 2011, 08:36 PM

I also have not fired the others listed, but I am very fond of my CZ SP-01 Phantom. Accurate, reliable and dependable.

t3079 · January 29, 2011, 09:01 PM

Sig 2022 would be a good buy too. I haven't been able to find one in person. I'd really like to at least see how the gun fits in my hand before buying it.
That said. I have shot the Sig p228 and it was a good experience. Feels like a rock solid weapon, and I shot it well (for me, I'm new to handguns so that's not saying much).

How's the polymer Sig compare to all the others? Especially grip, I've heard it's a little on the large side

proxpilot · January 29, 2011, 09:03 PM

i believe the SIGPRO has interchangeable grips

t3079 · January 29, 2011, 09:09 PM

Yes, I think it does have 2 sets of grips. That's just not a gun you see much of at any shops or ranges so it's really hard to know much about it.

Would you suggest it as a somewhat comparable, quality, and more affordable alternative to other Sigs?

proxpilot · January 29, 2011, 09:18 PM

from what i have read and have seen for myself. the SP2022 is the most underrated gun SIG has. some say the trigger is better than the trigger on the p226. Also i think they just brought it back into production so i think that's why they are not around much. The one i played with at my LGS seem to have every bit the quality as any other Sig i have owned or seen. Infact as soon as my income tax comes in I will own one this week. my biggest problem is 9mm or .40S&W.

t3079 · January 29, 2011, 09:23 PM

Thanks for the info. Unfortunately, I seem to be adding options, instead of narrowing them down.

There is definitely some appeal to going with the Sig name, though I really do think all the options I listed are pretty quality options

proxpilot · January 29, 2011, 09:35 PM

yes all good choices. but it's better to make sure you make the right choice. rather than get a gun that you wanna sell in two months cuz you found something else you like, like i do all the time. lol like going, man i just wish this gun was thinner, shorter, more powerful, lighter

Wishoot · January 29, 2011, 10:51 PM

No Glock 19?
No CZ75B?
No Browning Hi Power？

Ouch。

t3079 · January 30, 2011, 12:18 AM

Haha nothing against glock, cz 75, or hi power.
I'm trying to keep the price around the $500 range.

Not a fan of the glock grip, CZ would be a nice option though

Mosin44az · January 30, 2011, 02:28 AM

I voted for the Px4 because my .40 functioned perfectly and was obviously high quality, very solid for a polymer pistol. It comes with 3 mags also.

I eventually sold it to a buddy because even with the smallest backstrap, the trigger reach was a bit too long on double action, and the DA pull a bit too heavy, for good accuracy for me on the first shot. Just didn't fit.

I also found the safety on my F model to be a pain to deal with. The FNX safety/decocker is frame-mounted and easy to reach, and springs back up instead of having to be pushed back up like the F model Berettas. If you want the Beretta I would recommend looking for a G model, decocker only, for this reason.

I have read that the FNX is improved over the FNP in a variety of ways so would hesitate to recommend the older model, which also may not have the decocker/safety setup I like.

I can't stand the Walther 99 magazine release, or its grip feel, and find the safety on the Ruger SR9 to be too far back and a bit slippery and tough to manipulate reliabily.

My point in all this: all choices are from good brands, but you have chosen a variety of trigger setups and safety setups among them. Maybe pick the setup you like the best, don't worry about quality so much. Trigger reach and DA pull are key also.

For ME, going with what your choices are, I would go with an FNX 9 because of the safety setup, grip feel, and relatively compact size.

Tactical Jackalope · January 30, 2011, 03:16 AM

Browning Hi-Power

or Sig P226

wpcexpert · January 30, 2011, 03:17 AM

You forgot the Ruger P Series. The P95 and P89 are both great shooters. You really limited yourself with only those pistols. Unless those are the only ones, then I might would go for the Baretta out of that bunch.

dlb435 · January 30, 2011, 08:10 AM

No Glock?
No Browning High Power?
No S&W 59XX?
I voted for the Walther P99; I have one and it's great at the range.
I carry the Glock.

View Poll Results: Best of the bunch? (just for 9mm)
Beretta PX4	22	20.95%
FNH Fnp-p	21	20.00%
Ruger SR9	14	13.33%
Walther P99	20	19.05%
CZ SP-01 Phantom	34	32.38%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 105. You may not vote on this poll

January 29, 2011, 05:54 PM	#1
t3079 Member Join Date: August 23, 2010 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 58	9mm for home defense/range What's the best bet out of this lot?

January 29, 2011, 06:04 PM	#2
Willie Lowman Senior Member Join Date: March 5, 2009 Location: Uh-Hi-O Posts: 3,006	Sig P226 __________________ "9mm has a very long history of being a pointy little bullet moving quickly" --Sevens

January 29, 2011, 07:24 PM	#6
p99guy Senior Member Join Date: November 4, 2004 Location: Haslet,Texas(DFW area) Posts: 1,506	Walther P99 magazines are expensive....the FN FNP9 or FNX9 is a much better buy, and comes with 3 mags...and extras are reasonable. very reliable. __________________ Lighten up Francis!.....;Actor Warren Oats, in the movie "Stripes"

January 29, 2011, 09:03 PM	#15
proxpilot Senior Member Join Date: September 9, 2010 Location: High Point, NC Posts: 588	i believe the SIGPRO has interchangeable grips __________________ W. German SIG Sauer p226 W. German SIG Sauer P6 Springfield Armory XD-S

January 29, 2011, 06:12 PM	#3
t3079 Member Join Date: August 23, 2010 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 58	Can't argue with the Sig! I'm really trying to keep about $500 range, maybe $550

January 29, 2011, 06:14 PM	#4
wbw Senior Member Join Date: August 18, 2008 Location: York Pa. Posts: 738	I voted FNP because you didn't have FNX listed. I tried the PX4 at Bass Pro and it was too large and blocky for me. I've not tried the SR9 or P99 so I can't comment. I've not tried the SP-01 Phantom, but I have owned two CZs before, and liked them quite a bit, but couldn't shoot very well with either. I just recently purchased the FNX-9 and love it. It's light weight but doesn't recoil any more than my heftier 9mms. It's DA/SA and the SA is pretty nice. Big ol' dot for a front sight and changeable backstraps. It's a keeper.

January 29, 2011, 07:16 PM	#5
t3079 Member Join Date: August 23, 2010 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 58	I'd really like to shoot the FNP but range doesnt have it. Anyone know how much the new Walther PPQ will be and when it will start shipping?

January 29, 2011, 07:50 PM	#7
t3079 Member Join Date: August 23, 2010 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 58	FNP definitely seems like a great value, feels like a really high quality gun Ruger is really affordable too, but I'd probably say FNP feels like a little bit nicer otpion

January 29, 2011, 07:59 PM	#8
Bamashooter Senior Member Join Date: March 12, 2010 Posts: 1,860	I voted FNH becouse I really like those guns.

January 29, 2011, 08:01 PM	#9
Marlin009 Senior Member Join Date: December 20, 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 187	Can't tell you the best but I don't think you'd be disappointed in the Beretta. I really like mine.

January 29, 2011, 08:26 PM	#11
tomwalshco Senior Member Join Date: August 30, 2009 Location: Kansas City Posts: 196	Voted for the PX, but for the range, would rather have a 92FS. Very accurate, smooth as glass, could shoot it all day if I had the dough....

January 29, 2011, 08:36 PM	#13
armoredman Senior Member Join Date: May 22, 2007 Location: Arizona Posts: 5,299	I also have not fired the others listed, but I am very fond of my CZ SP-01 Phantom. Accurate, reliable and dependable.

January 29, 2011, 09:01 PM	#14
t3079 Member Join Date: August 23, 2010 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 58	Sig 2022 would be a good buy too. I haven't been able to find one in person. I'd really like to at least see how the gun fits in my hand before buying it. That said. I have shot the Sig p228 and it was a good experience. Feels like a rock solid weapon, and I shot it well (for me, I'm new to handguns so that's not saying much). How's the polymer Sig compare to all the others? Especially grip, I've heard it's a little on the large side

January 29, 2011, 09:09 PM	#16
t3079 Member Join Date: August 23, 2010 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 58	Yes, I think it does have 2 sets of grips. That's just not a gun you see much of at any shops or ranges so it's really hard to know much about it. Would you suggest it as a somewhat comparable, quality, and more affordable alternative to other Sigs?

January 29, 2011, 09:18 PM	#17
proxpilot Senior Member Join Date: September 9, 2010 Location: High Point, NC Posts: 588	from what i have read and have seen for myself. the SP2022 is the most underrated gun SIG has. some say the trigger is better than the trigger on the p226. Also i think they just brought it back into production so i think that's why they are not around much. The one i played with at my LGS seem to have every bit the quality as any other Sig i have owned or seen. Infact as soon as my income tax comes in I will own one this week. my biggest problem is 9mm or .40S&W. __________________ W. German SIG Sauer p226 W. German SIG Sauer P6 Springfield Armory XD-S

January 29, 2011, 09:23 PM	#18
t3079 Member Join Date: August 23, 2010 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 58	Thanks for the info. Unfortunately, I seem to be adding options, instead of narrowing them down. There is definitely some appeal to going with the Sig name, though I really do think all the options I listed are pretty quality options

January 29, 2011, 09:35 PM	#19
proxpilot Senior Member Join Date: September 9, 2010 Location: High Point, NC Posts: 588	yes all good choices. but it's better to make sure you make the right choice. rather than get a gun that you wanna sell in two months cuz you found something else you like, like i do all the time. lol like going, man i just wish this gun was thinner, shorter, more powerful, lighter __________________ W. German SIG Sauer p226 W. German SIG Sauer P6 Springfield Armory XD-S

January 29, 2011, 10:51 PM	#20
Wishoot Senior Member Join Date: June 5, 2009 Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 1,093	No Glock 19? No CZ75B? No Browning Hi Power？ Ouch。

January 30, 2011, 12:18 AM	#21
t3079 Member Join Date: August 23, 2010 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 58	Haha nothing against glock, cz 75, or hi power. I'm trying to keep the price around the $500 range. Not a fan of the glock grip, CZ would be a nice option though

January 30, 2011, 02:28 AM	#22
Mosin44az Senior Member Join Date: January 15, 2006 Posts: 2,585	I voted for the Px4 because my .40 functioned perfectly and was obviously high quality, very solid for a polymer pistol. It comes with 3 mags also. I eventually sold it to a buddy because even with the smallest backstrap, the trigger reach was a bit too long on double action, and the DA pull a bit too heavy, for good accuracy for me on the first shot. Just didn't fit. I also found the safety on my F model to be a pain to deal with. The FNX safety/decocker is frame-mounted and easy to reach, and springs back up instead of having to be pushed back up like the F model Berettas. If you want the Beretta I would recommend looking for a G model, decocker only, for this reason. I have read that the FNX is improved over the FNP in a variety of ways so would hesitate to recommend the older model, which also may not have the decocker/safety setup I like. I can't stand the Walther 99 magazine release, or its grip feel, and find the safety on the Ruger SR9 to be too far back and a bit slippery and tough to manipulate reliabily. My point in all this: all choices are from good brands, but you have chosen a variety of trigger setups and safety setups among them. Maybe pick the setup you like the best, don't worry about quality so much. Trigger reach and DA pull are key also. For ME, going with what your choices are, I would go with an FNX 9 because of the safety setup, grip feel, and relatively compact size. Last edited by Mosin44az; January 30, 2011 at 02:33 AM.

January 30, 2011, 03:16 AM	#23
Tactical Jackalope Senior Member Join Date: December 5, 2010 Location: Miami, Florida Posts: 6,429	Browning Hi-Power or Sig P226

January 30, 2011, 03:17 AM	#24
wpcexpert Senior Member Join Date: February 28, 2008 Location: Central Arkansas Posts: 791	You forgot the Ruger P Series. The P95 and P89 are both great shooters. You really limited yourself with only those pistols. Unless those are the only ones, then I might would go for the Baretta out of that bunch. __________________ When once a republic is corrupted, there is no possibility of remedying any of the growing evils but by removing the corruption and restoring its lost principles; every other correction is either useless or a new evil. - Thomas Jefferson

January 30, 2011, 08:10 AM	#25
dlb435 Senior Member Join Date: January 26, 2009 Posts: 654	No Glock? No Browning High Power? No S&W 59XX? I voted for the Walther P99; I have one and it's great at the range. I carry the Glock.