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Posted: 12/1/2007 11:52:17 AM EDT
Just got back from the gun range and for the very first time in my life got the chance to shoot a 1911, a Springfield GI 5' and now I know why people hate the grip angle on the Glock. I never thought I would ever do this but I'm now going to sell my G21 and buy a Springfield 1911.
Not taking anything away from the Glock now, hey if it works for you all the power to you, in terms of reliability the Glock is second to none, but after feeling the 1911 I now know what all the fuss is about. I am now a 1911 convert! Woot! 
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Posted: 12/1/2007 11:53:55 AM EDT
[#1]
That's right...step in to the light...
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Posted: 12/1/2007 11:54:03 AM EDT
[#2]
Welcome to the club. I'll IM you with the secret handshake when you post a picture of the new .45... 
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Posted: 12/1/2007 11:54:10 AM EDT
[#3]
Welcome
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Posted: 12/1/2007 11:55:06 AM EDT
[#4]
Good for you.
I enjoy both, but shoot better with the Glock. As my instructor says - It doesn't matter what name is on the box. Find the gun that fits your hand - don't make your hand fit the gun. |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 11:55:08 AM EDT
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1911's are nice and all....
But I wouldn't ditch my G21 for a 1911 I haven't had the chance to make sure functions properly unless this is a "toy". If it's not a weapon you depend on for serious social purposes, whatever you do is cool. If it is a weapon you use to preserve your posterior, be REAL slow to get rid of a known reliable weapon for one you haven't wrung out yet. Ask me how I know.... |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 11:55:31 AM EDT
[#6]
selling the G21 is a mistake.
Both guns are excellent. The glock may not be as pretty/feel as good but the maintenance is much lower. |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 11:55:59 AM EDT
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Springfield Loaded...head on over to the 1911 forum
 
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Posted: 12/1/2007 11:56:09 AM EDT
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Posted: 12/1/2007 11:58:05 AM EDT
[#9]
Don't forget to double up on mags to make up for lost capacity.
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Posted: 12/1/2007 11:59:19 AM EDT
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I may keep it who knows, I feel comfortable with the my 21 because I know it is extremely reliable however the grip-angle just sucks ass, I like the 1911's much better, they just feel as if they were made by god himself.
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Posted: 12/1/2007 12:00:18 PM EDT
[#11]
Shot placement.
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Posted: 12/1/2007 12:10:57 PM EDT
[#12]
Glocks are ok for what they are, but after owning many of them, I came to the conclusion that the grips were modeled for an alien race. I still have a 19 and 26 though.
If you are annoyed by Glock grips, chances are you will find comfort in holding SIG, Beretta, and HK grips, as I believe they're made with some thought to the shape of the human hand as well. |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 12:12:46 PM EDT
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some of us hit where we aim. if you need more than 8 rounds.... you should have brought a rifle.
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Posted: 12/1/2007 12:13:11 PM EDT
[#14]
Mutiple targets. 
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Posted: 12/1/2007 12:14:12 PM EDT
[#15]
Yeah, but hicap means you can load on sunday and shoot all week!
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Posted: 12/1/2007 12:16:19 PM EDT
[#16]
The first magazine is to get to cover. Being military, I am a big fan of suppression. |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 12:19:19 PM EDT
[#17]
Or a Para
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Posted: 12/1/2007 12:21:50 PM EDT
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1911's naturally point low for me. I'm one of the precious few who seem to LOVE the grip on a Glock.
Side note - the actual angle is about identical. There's something else that shifts the aim for most people, but it isn't the angle. I don't know what it is, but I've placed my G19 and 1911 on top of each other and tne grip angle is identical. I even started a thread on it once, and somebody posted pics. |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 12:25:42 PM EDT
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Glocks have a lot going for them, some complain about grip angle, try a P08 Luger for a
weird grip angle. High capacity magazines, Yes Sir !! But like Jeff Cooper said, if you hit what you are aiming at, the 1911 carries enough rounds for serious business. I just sold an excellent Glock 22 in .40 S&W because I didn't need it as I have two 1911s. But I had no complaints, just personal preferences. |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 12:26:37 PM EDT
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I'm trying to picture the glock in my head, the 1911 is straight for and aft but doesn't the G have a swell at the rear base and taper in up by the frame? |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 1:36:31 PM EDT
[#21]
Some of us actually hit what we shoot at. 
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Posted: 12/1/2007 1:37:34 PM EDT
[#22]
How about laying the mags on top of each other? That might help clarify things. |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 1:41:26 PM EDT
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If I've gotta hit 8 guys...and only have a pistol....I showed up to the wrong gunfight. |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 1:43:11 PM EDT
[#24]
Then take the 1911 to the range and then fire a HK USP/P2000/P30/HK45...and then you'll be complete.
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Posted: 12/1/2007 1:43:19 PM EDT
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Since you are in an experimental mood... I recommend you try a Smith Model 27 (or any Smith .357) or an early model 29 with target hammer and trigger, or a Colt Python if you want to experience a superior factory trigger (try it cocked and squeeze-WOW). None sweeter. I know revolvers are not in fashion, but you guys are missing out. |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 1:43:58 PM EDT
[#26]
I love wheel guns.
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Posted: 12/1/2007 1:48:05 PM EDT
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Posted: 12/1/2007 1:49:12 PM EDT
[#28]
I wouldn't ditch my 21sf for the world. 1911's are nice and damn sexy, but when it comes down to it, I would rather have my Glock.
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Posted: 12/1/2007 1:54:45 PM EDT
[#29]
I did the exact opposete
I was a hard core Jeff Cooper fanboy for years Got a G19 traded to me on a AR15 I wanted to sell 10 years later Glocks are about the only handguns I actally shoot although I own other stuff |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 1:56:12 PM EDT
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It was. The 1911 was designed by the Lord for the benefit of enlightened people. It was delivered unto the American people through his prophet John Moses Browning to deliver us from evil. There have been many attempts to create a better design but none have succeeded, |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 2:00:19 PM EDT
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Or perhaps not... I've fired (or owned) every popular handgun out there and I keep coming back to 2 types... 1911's and Sig P series. HK handguns do nothing for me. |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 2:00:26 PM EDT
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Some guys just have dainty girly hands and can't handle the Glock perfection.
That's why they prefer the 1911 ... it's like a slim tampon for gun pussies. |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 2:05:15 PM EDT
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Posted: 12/1/2007 2:06:41 PM EDT
[#34]
Tupperware belongs in the kitchen
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Posted: 12/1/2007 2:08:41 PM EDT
[#35]
Quoting the Gospel is good for the soul
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Posted: 12/1/2007 2:11:05 PM EDT
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Posted: 12/1/2007 2:11:12 PM EDT
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I'm comfortable holding a Glock 20, a Desert Eagle, or a 1911. The 1911 works fine for big hands too... and conceals much better than a double stack. |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 2:15:07 PM EDT
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Posted: 12/1/2007 2:16:36 PM EDT
[#39]
 perfection?????  perfect GRENADE!!!!
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Posted: 12/1/2007 2:18:35 PM EDT
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Forgive the heathen Father Browning. For he knows not what he says. |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 2:21:26 PM EDT
[#41]
Burn the witch burn the witch!! |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 2:29:04 PM EDT
[#42]
Been there, done that.
You'll be back... they always come back. |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 2:36:03 PM EDT
[#43]
Probably should get rid of the G21, it's somewhat large as a back up gun.
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Posted: 12/1/2007 2:40:33 PM EDT
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NICE! Welcome aboard. Now you need to pray for the other Glock owners that don't know any better: "Forgive them John Moses Browning, for they know not what they do..."
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Posted: 12/1/2007 2:45:23 PM EDT
[#45]
 A Glock can get along with 1911s. Celebrate diversity, man! |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 2:46:52 PM EDT
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Posted: 12/1/2007 2:49:49 PM EDT
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leave the tupperware in the kitchen
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Posted: 12/1/2007 2:58:01 PM EDT
[#48]
Don't sell the Glock. You'll regret it. Guaranteed.
Not that there's anything wrong with 1911s, but I've regretted every single gun I've sold. Save up for the 1911 if you have to, but don't sell one gun to buy another. |
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Posted: 12/1/2007 3:00:00 PM EDT
[#49]
If there was ever a case for "Get Both", this is it.
I have a bunch of 1911s and I love them. But I also have a bunch of Glocks and love them. Both are fine platforms.
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Posted: 12/1/2007 3:08:01 PM EDT
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Not me. They are just tools. The only ones I wouldn't sell are the ones that have been in my family for generations. |
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