Plastic -DA Guns

[pute62]

When I was growing up, there weren't nearly as many choices in handguns as today and most double action guns were revolvers. Nowadays, most of the new autos are being made of Plastic (polymer) and are double action only. To be honest, the only guns of this type that I have had are a Glock (in 45) and a Keltec p-11 and can't say I cared for either of them. Long heavy trigger pulls and guns that don't polish up real nice just aren't my thing I guess. I still like a sa or sa/da auto like a 1911 or CZ-75 about the best. On the flip side though I can see where the difference in weight might be better. So tell me, if you have made the switch to a "plastic-da only gun", how do you like it & how does it compare. (pros & cons) The reason I ask is, I'm thinking about converting.

 

[Cam]

I like all my plastic guns just fine. Not sure exactly what kind of information you are needing, but I really enjoy shooting my Glocks.

 

[Spot Me 2]

Taurus offers sa/da in their 24/7 line.

 

[BlueEagle]

Well, for a polymer gun, maintenance is much easier. You don't have to worry about rust with them, for one thing. As for carrying them, they're much lighter.

I'm personally not a fan of the DA/SA system; having that different trigger pull could make a huge difference in your shooting in a SHTF scenario. I do LIKE the Glock trigger, however; it is not a traditional "double action," per se, it is somewhere between a single action and a double action trigger. The important part is, though, that it is CONSISTENT; it is the same, every single time.

As for them not "polishing up," my guns are all functional tools that usually ride out of sight; to me, they are beautiful because they are functional and rugged, and that is the only kind of "polish" I need on them.

But yes; a nice shiny 1911 is a beautiful thing, and they are very nice guns. I like them for what they are; but for me, they're not practical for my typical uses.

 

[Dargasonus]

Light, easy to maintain, and easy to clean. I wouldn't buy a 'plastic' gun for anything other than a carry gun because they definitely lack in the aesthetic field, but all of my carry guns are polymer framed.

 

[WhitleyStu]

My 1911s are my favorites, but I did buy an HK sa/da and liked it. I now have an FN USG .45 sa/da and it is my beater gun. Don't have to be concerned about it getting dinged up like I do my Ed Brown. The USG has a good tirgger and 15+1 rounds of .45acp. I did the Glock thing for a while, but I'll take a sa/da now days.

 

[joshuametivier]

Polymer has its place. I find it very useful in day to day applications. I personally like the look and feel of my glock, but my heart lies with my 1911. Polymer is certainly worth utilizing, and its reliable. Joshua

 

[U.S. Patriot]

For a polymer framed DA/SA pistol. I really like FN. I have both a FNP9 and FNP40. They are great guns. Sig also makes a 2022, it is polymer framed and is DA/SA. CZ makes the P07 which is polymer framed and DA/SA. They also make a P01 phantom, which is polymer framed and DA/SA. There are a few good choices out there. You just have to look around. I like both aluminum and polyer framed pistols personaly.

 

[mandolin3]

I recently switched my everyday carry to a sub-compact Springfield XD9 (3"). I agree with all of the above reasons: weight, rust, etc. I also find that having automatic integral safeties (backstrap/trigger) vs. a manual safety lever is a huge plus.

 

[Farslayer]

I actually just switched back to a DA/SA EAA Witness Classic from a DAO SIG P250 compact. Both 9mm. I liked the SIG and it has a great DAO trigger, very smooth and pretty light. However I like DA/SA a lot more and though I was accurate with both, I am more accurate with DA/SA than DAO. I also like heavier all steel pistols more than poly because the recoil is less noticeable.

 

[8th SPS USAF]

DA Plastic

Check out KAHR's P9,P40,P45,PM9,PM40,PM 45 CW 9,45.

 

[Sasquatchhunter]

In the summer I sweat like a pig.I have to clean my steel guns constantly. I recently switched to a Glock 22, and so far i love it. I really like the trigger. I also have a hi power 9mm, and dont plan on getting rid of it soon either.