Looking For Fun New Range Gun

[Giortire]

I have the opportunity to get a new handgun and was looking for suggestions. I am in good shape on concealed carry, and am also good on 1911 platforms, and .22 target pistols.
What I want is something that will be fun to shoot at the range (I might use it as a bedside table gun, but normally use 1911's for that).
I would prefer to go with a 9mm or .45ACP, as these are the calibers a I load for.
So basically I am looking for the perfect all around "range gun"
As always, I appreciate everyone's advice and opinions.

 

[JohnnyRuger]

I have a Ruger SR9 that I use as a range gun. Affordable, ergonomic and it has a nice trigger. 800 rounds through it with no issues. It does have a lot of safety features, but if I take someone new to shooting to the range they feel more comfortable with that pistol than any others I have. Great gun for the money. I am interested to see what you choose. Good luck.

 

[ksenter]

full size springfield XDm in 9mm

 

[Django]

I use a Glock 23 Gen 3. All kinds of after market and conversion options. I picked up a used one so I don't worry about keeping it pristine. I have a LW 40-9 conversion barrel with several standard 9mm mags and a couple 33 round 9mm mags and AA .22 conversion kit. It gives me all kind of options. I bought my XDm .45 3.8 new so I keep it as my bedside gun. XDm may be closer to your 1911 and for me, more accurate than the Glock. Both are versatile, fun to shoot, easy to field strip and clean which is a plus in a "range gun". YMMV. Enjoy the search/research!

 

[Garpo]

There are sooo many choices. You may want to start here to wet your appetite:

http://best9mm.com/

 

[Stagman]

Gen 4 G17 and put a 3.5 lb connector in it to lighten the trigger pull and you will have a fun range gun.

 

[Giortire]

Thanks Guys,
I am leaning towards the Glock. I haven't owned one, and think it may be time. Plus, if i don't like it, it seems like the resale is good on them.:amen:

 

[Jon]

I have a couple of Glocks, but the 26 is by far my favorite carry AND range pistol. It's accurate as heck and can take any of the other higher cap 9mm Glock mags. I just love the versatility of it.

 

[danf_fl]

I like any 1911 in .38 Super.
You can fit a barrel for 9mm and have a sweet shooter in both calibers.

 

[Aaronious45]

How about a 45acp revolver

 

[Stagman]

Thanks Guys,
I am leaning towards the Glock. I haven't owned one, and think it may be time. Plus, if i don't like it, it seems like the resale is good on them.:amen:

I use to be a Glock hater mainly because fan boys were annoying, but now I own two a G17 and G26 and there is no looking back. The great thing about Glocks is the accessories are cheap and easy to find and it's easy to install the parts yourself.

 

[Giortire]

I ended up getting a Gen4 Glock 17. I am heading to the range tomorrow, and starting to look at potential mods tonight!

 

[rick1967]

CZ 75 in 9mm, ridiculously accurate , excellent gun & affordable price.

 

[smithnsig]

SIG P226, or P220.

 

[Stagman]

I ended up getting a Gen4 Glock 17. I am heading to the range tomorrow, and starting to look at potential mods tonight!

Here is the link to a Zev Tech 3.5 lb connector I have installed in my Gen3 G17 http://www.glockworx.com/Detail.aspx?PROD=155934&CAT=3688

 

[Giortire]

Thanks Stagman.... I already started detail stripping the gun, and it looks like it would be pretty easy to install. From what I have seen, that is a good price on a 3.5 connector.

 

[Stagman]

I reviewed the heck out of different 3.5lb connectors and came to the conclusion that the Zev Tech was the best.

 

[Stagman]

I also installed a competition trigger spring, I had to buy this kit to use one spring but it's worth it. LINK http://www.glockworx.com/Detail.aspx?PROD=156033&CAT=3697 The trigger spring is the S hooked spring on the right, there is plenty of youtube videos on how to change these parts it's super easy and should 15-20 minutes to do.

 

[Giortire]

Thanks Stagman, I am going to order these this week. I appreciate the advice.

 

[Stagman]

Thanks Stagman, I am going to order these this week. I appreciate the advice.

No problem, but I must warn you that your Glock obsession has started. Glocks are like potato chips, you can't have just one and great purchase buying the Gen4 G17 I have the Gen3 G17 and I want to add the Gen4 G17 to my collection soon.