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#31

11-06-2008 | 09:54 PM

M5Kid

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Originally Posted by MexicoBlue

I always vote 9mm Glock for a first gun, but Chris is definitely the man - just keep an eye on your drink at all times!

I created that thread about 1911's which actually led me to reconsider the 9mm Glock, which is what I think I'll be purchasing. For my first handgun to own, I just can't think of anything more practical.

#32

11-06-2008 | 11:50 PM

Chris from Cali

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Originally Posted by PatrickHenry

when you fire a shot on the 21 is seems to 'twist' and leave the gun off of the target. i dont care much for the plastic either.

ive been told on the sig, that they are not available to civilian purchase. never checked into it though...

You are way off the mark, brother... The Glock doesn't "twist" any more than any other pistol you're limp-wristing. Hold onto to that thing and it's a gentle ride. Plastic is the future - doesn't crack like SIGs. Keep in mind I have a very nice P228 myself.

SIGs aren't banned for sale - maybe hi-cap magazines in some states, but that's it.

#33

11-07-2008 | 01:45 AM

M5Kid

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Chris, what is a Glock G19 going to cost me?

#34

11-07-2008 | 05:26 AM

Chris from Cali

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Originally Posted by M5Kid

Chris, what is a Glock G19 going to cost me?

Who knows - depends on where you live, what the market's doing, etc. Roughly speaking, around $500 should be about right. Spend the money and get Trijicons (night sights) from the factory. It'll cost you about $50 more if you decide to it after the fact...

#35

11-08-2008 | 01:24 AM

Darnell

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Originally Posted by M5Kid

Chris, what is a Glock G19 going to cost me?

I bought a G19 this evening and I paid 499.99.

#36

11-08-2008 | 01:55 AM

Chris from Cali

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Originally Posted by Darnell

I bought a G19 this evening and I paid 499.99.

Nice... How many magazines do they come with now? Are they still in the little plastic "microwave" box? Congrats, man.

#37

11-08-2008 | 09:30 AM

Darnell

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Nice... How many magazines do they come with now? Are they still in the little plastic "microwave" box? Congrats, man.

It came with two 15 round magazines and in a box like this.

#38

11-08-2008 | 09:41 AM

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It's pretty obvious that I'm not a fan of the Glock (ergos don't work with me), but this looks like fun and absolutely unpractical. So, Darnell, you should have picked up one of these:

YouTube - Glock 298 rounds in full auto

#39

11-08-2008 | 09:56 AM

Chris from Cali

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Originally Posted by CarbonCycles

It's pretty obvious that I'm not a fan of the Glock (ergos don't work with me), but this looks like fun and absolutely unpractical. So, Darnell, you should have picked up one of these:

Ah, if only Glock 18s were available. That had to be a dealer sample since they're not legal for private ownership (post-86 machine gun). I'd have one if I could. I've fired it before - totally impractical, but not bad if you need to break contact from a low-vis situation.

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Originally Posted by Darnell

It came with two 15 round magazines and in a box like this.

Ah, the old box looked like a tupperware tray. Thanks!