What is the best combat handgun in use today? - Page 7

luvmy40 · October 1st, 2007, 06:16 AM

I'm just going to toss one more name into the pot... Steyr.
The MA1 series is an excellent choice for military or police. As good or better than the M&P (my EDC). The "Trap" sights are tailor made for a combat sidearm. Quick aquisition and pinpoint accuracy in one package. If the M&P had these sights available it might take over 1st place in my mind. However, there do seem to be some reliability issues with the M&Ps. I haven't had any problems with mine but have seen/heard enough to think there are some real kinks for S&W to work out.
The argument of which caliber will never end.
I want .45 if I have use ball ammo. 10mm is my next choice followed by .40 and lastly 9mm. If things change and JHP is allowed then go with 9mm as the most widely available ammo out there. I know the Steyrs are not available in .45 or 10mm. this is just a personal pref in caliber.
I won't comment on whether I think the US military will ever adopt Poly or Striker fired weapons. I didn't think we would ever issue anything but 1911s until I found myself in Iraq with a Beretta!

ExSniper · October 1st, 2007, 10:34 PM

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ExSniper · October 1st, 2007, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by pogo2

We should consult with the guy who has logged more combat with a handgun recently than almost anybody - Jack Bauer on "24".

He appears to recommend the H&K USP:

But what does he know? He cannot even hold it right!!!!!

SCfromNY · October 3rd, 2007, 12:39 PM

Jack has a poor grip on his H&K because after season 2 he was forced to switch from his Sig.

Stetson · October 3rd, 2007, 01:00 PM

History tells me 1911 but Ilove my glock 17.

OD · October 3rd, 2007, 05:08 PM

The blued-steel Colt
The new steel Colt
She runs to stunts erratic
For she's a darn
Tough arm to learn
This Army automatic.
Yet when you get to know this arm
and how to coax and pet her,
She'll do her duty like a charm
No Gun will serve you better
She'll stick right closely by your side
And as the fight grows hotter
And you are caught in battle's tide--
You'll thank your stars you've got her.

The lusty Colt, The trusty Colt,
The weapon democratic,
Whose vicious might
Makes men one height--
The Army automatic.

--Songs of the Training Camps

Tubby45 · October 3rd, 2007, 05:31 PM

Free American · October 3rd, 2007, 06:52 PM

I would have to say...

Whatever handgun you are carrying, so you may fight your way to your rifle.

coffeecup · October 11th, 2007, 10:03 AM

1911 in .45ACP. It has saved the day for many thru 4 wars and several smaller confrontations.

Only when the politicians got involved did our forces have to switch to a 9mm,(in order to please NATO).

I'll take the "punkin roller" over anything out there,any time and anywhere.

ExSniper · October 11th, 2007, 11:39 PM

An M4 in 5.56?

October 1st, 2007, 06:16 AM	#61
luvmy40 Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Youngstown, OH Posts: 281	I'm just going to toss one more name into the pot... Steyr. The MA1 series is an excellent choice for military or police. As good or better than the M&P (my EDC). The "Trap" sights are tailor made for a combat sidearm. Quick aquisition and pinpoint accuracy in one package. If the M&P had these sights available it might take over 1st place in my mind. However, there do seem to be some reliability issues with the M&Ps. I haven't had any problems with mine but have seen/heard enough to think there are some real kinks for S&W to work out. The argument of which caliber will never end. I want .45 if I have use ball ammo. 10mm is my next choice followed by .40 and lastly 9mm. If things change and JHP is allowed then go with 9mm as the most widely available ammo out there. I know the Steyrs are not available in .45 or 10mm. this is just a personal pref in caliber. I won't comment on whether I think the US military will ever adopt Poly or Striker fired weapons. I didn't think we would ever issue anything but 1911s until I found myself in Iraq with a Beretta! __________________ TANSTAAFL The best things in life are not free. They are paid for with the blood of brave men and women! M&P Forum Ohioans For Concealed Carry Holsters

October 3rd, 2007, 12:39 PM	#64
SCfromNY Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: South Carolina Posts: 115	Jack has a poor grip on his H&K because after season 2 he was forced to switch from his Sig. __________________ If Someone Opens the Door to Violence Do Not Be Surprised How Much Walks In.

October 3rd, 2007, 05:08 PM	#66
OD VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Vatican City Posts: 2,735	The blued-steel Colt The new steel Colt She runs to stunts erratic For she's a darn Tough arm to learn This Army automatic. Yet when you get to know this arm and how to coax and pet her, She'll do her duty like a charm No Gun will serve you better She'll stick right closely by your side And as the fight grows hotter And you are caught in battle's tide-- You'll thank your stars you've got her. The lusty Colt, The trusty Colt, The weapon democratic, Whose vicious might Makes men one height-- The Army automatic. --Songs of the Training Camps __________________ OD "Slow down, you'll get a more harmonious outcome...." -------------------------------------------- *"The pistol, learn it well, carry it always ..." - Jeff Cooper*

October 3rd, 2007, 06:52 PM	#68
Free American Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Virginia Posts: 612	I would have to say... Whatever handgun you are carrying, so you may fight your way to your rifle. __________________ They who give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety. Benjamin Franklin Previously known as "cjm5874"

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October 3rd, 2007, 01:00 PM	#65
Stetson Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Augusta,Maine Posts: 883	History tells me 1911 but Ilove my glock 17.

October 3rd, 2007, 05:31 PM	#67
Tubby45 Distinguished Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: In the reloading room Posts: 1,988	1911

October 11th, 2007, 10:03 AM	#69
coffeecup Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Cadiz,Ky Posts: 587	1911 in .45ACP. It has saved the day for many thru 4 wars and several smaller confrontations. Only when the politicians got involved did our forces have to switch to a 9mm,(in order to please NATO). I'll take the "punkin roller" over anything out there,any time and anywhere.

October 11th, 2007, 11:39 PM	#70
ExSniper Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 98	An M4 in 5.56?