You heard right. I own both. I like shooting 1911 beta, till it's reload time. But I can shoot my g4 21 nearly as well

 

I have both. The 1911 is more comfortable to shoot with the slimmer frame. The only advantage of the g21 is higher capacity. Both are easy to dissemble and clean. Both have a million accessories to make it your own. They are both accurate with everything I put through them

 

You have 2 Glocks already so you know the platform so there's that.

What would the 1911 be? A range toy/safe queen? A competition gun? A carry piece? A nightstand gun?

 

I own two 1911s (a .45 and a .38 Super) and compared to my .45 1911, I much prefer the Glock 21. It holds twice as many, weight a shade less, and is easier for me to shoot. YMMV.

 

Thanks, everyone!

Ordell Robbie, primarily for SHTF. I didn't realize that 1911s have such a big following. I'm thinking that proficiency would be good to have in advance in case I'm without my Glocks and/or there are battlefield pick-ups of 1911s. That said, I suspect that 9mm ammo in that situation would be more plentiful than .45 ACP or .40 S&W?

 

primarily for SHTF.

Then you definitely want the Glock...

 

If you are comfortable shooting your Glocks, I say stick with them.
I have always been of the mindset that for a self defense weapon, find a platform that you are comfortable with, get intimately familiar with it and practice shooting, taking it down, clearing malfunctions, and stick with that one platform.

It seems to me that switching back and from one gun to a totally different gun, is not a great idea.
If any of my Glocks jammed, I am pretty confident that I could clear it in a dark room, whereas the same jam on one of my CZs or other handguns I might have to pause and think about what I was doing.

For me, the 1911 was never an option at all. I just have never liked them, but if I did and chose it as a SD weapon, I would stick with it too.
Familiarity is not only a good thing in this case. It is essential.

 

To me there is just something with Glock 9mm’s and 1911’s. They just seem to compliment each other. They are my favorite two platforms. The 1911 is the only full size handgun that I can shove in my pants. All glocks ride owb.

Perfection was created in 1911 and it wasn’t by Gaston.


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Too much typing. There are reasons the US military (and LEO) dumped the 1911 (many youtube videos - make the points), and no modern military force uses the 1911.

How good are you? What are your skills and training level? -- that is what you should assess and dictate your personal choice (not what others opinions are).

 

Too much typing. There are reasons the US military (and LEO) dumped the 1911 (many youtube videos - make the points), and no modern military force uses the 1911.

How good are you? What are your skills and training level? -- that is what you should assess and dictate your personal choice (not what others opinions are).

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If I could make a suggestion:
I just picked up a G30SF. It's a bit more compact and concealable than a G21 - still holds 10rds in the standard magazine, and is very accurate.
So consider the G30SF as a G21 alternate...

 

I have the 30sf and the 21. 30sf is better in my hand and I shoot it a little better, just my thoughts.

 

Thanks, all.

TheFlash, though I'm in California, the G30SF is actually on roster. However, I've never seen one at an LGS for sale, new or used.

For those of you who own 1911s, do you find any advantages to upgrading the 1911's recoil spring guide to full length?

And what brands do you like and dislike and why? I have my sights set (no pun intended) on a Rock Island or Springfield Armory.

 

I too am in California! It took me a while, but I was able to find a G30SF at an online retailer and have it sent to my FFL. Was not able to handle one first, but since I already have 2 G26's, I figured it was just a sized-up G26. And it is...
With the Pearce extensions swapped out for the standard baseplates/bases, the little extra flare at the bottom helps with controls and space for your pinkie finger...

 

Yes, there are reasons that the military "dumped" the 1911.........but it wasn't because they didn't work!

Edit to add: I have G21s and 1911s and shoot both frequently.

 

I only have one 1911 - it's a S&W 1911. I have to say that it has been 100% reliable in its stock form.
No changes necessary - but I do use the CMC PowerMags...

 

If this is for TEOTWAWKI I suggest simply staying with the 17 and 19. Buy extra parts, magazines, and ammo and pack it all away. The 1911 is ok and does have a following, but the Glock pistols offer easy parts changing, common parts between the two guns you have, wide availability, and they work. You can save money doing this that can go to other essential items for those SHTF days. I know it’s hard when one gets the bug for something new, but these days inflation limits us a lot. Thanks Brandon.

 

That’s part of the reason I got a Glock 19.

Then you definitely want the Glock...

 

I have both. one G21 and several 1911 variants.

I enjoy shooting the 1911s a lot more, but that's just me..

But for defensive use, i'd go with the G21.

 

I had a G21 gen 3.
I have two 1911's. Colt NRM in .45 Acp.
An RIA in 9mm.
Also a FN in .45 acp.
And a S/W 325 revolver in .45 acp.
All are good shooters.
For range use I prefer the 1911.
My 325 is my bedside gun.
Might buy another 21 some day, but as I recall it was like holding a brick. Much like the FN.

 

Ultimately it is how much ammo you can afford to train with to be sufficiently good at. More training and skill dictates choice. Buy training, and training time.

He makes the final conclusion at about 20:20 (end of the video), choosing 1911 or Glock > good video though.

 

l also have both a G21 and a full size 1911. I no longer carry the G21 because I found it to be too bulky for IWB, so I mounted a light and relegated it to being a nightstand gun. That said, having to use it inside my home, would constitute a SHTF situation for me. It is dead reliable, and holds enough .45 to get the job done, one would hope.

If capacity and ease of maintenance are primary concerns, I'd go with the G21.

But of the two, I prefer shooting and carrying the 1911.

 

The Glock 21 is a durable pistol capable of lasting for several hundred thousand rounds. It was my duty pistol the last 20 years or so of my career and we had pistols in training with over 300k+ rounds on them. Nothing at all against the 1911, but in a true 'situation' I'll take the Glock every time.

 

What he said ^^

I have both a Glock 21 and a 1911. The Glock 21 is on my nightstand. The 1911 is stored away. I also carry a Glock 30 everyday.

I also own an unhealthy number of Sig P series and HK USPs in 45 acp as it is my favorite caliber.

Glock for the win when it comes to self-defense both at home and outside the home. For me, that same trigger pull on a striker fired Glock trumps the DA/SA of the Sigs and HKs or the safety of the 1911 in a true emergency.


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You have Glocks so buy a 1911 for something different.

 

I have both and prefer my G21 Gen4 especially for SHTF. Why? First of all. The Grip frame feels more comfortable to me. It absorbes more recoil and therefore makes for quicker follow-up shots. I have several 1911's and appreciate them for what they are. They are beautiful peices of history and I like to shoot them. But Because of my time behind a Glock Platform and recoil management of the 21 Gen 4, I would reach for it every time over a 1911 for a SHTF situation.
This is just my Opinion and you should check it out yourself if you can rent both.
Also, If I ever planned to use a 1911 in a SHTF situation I would make sure I used Wilson Combat Magazines.

 

I really like 1911's... if I'd had one in 10mm I probably would still have it but mine were all .45's and I never kept any that I owned. They're easy to shoot well and easy to conceal too.

But the only semi auto pistols I own right now are 10mm Glocks.

If you already have one or more Glocks and like them, I'd stick with them, because they have a lot of common parts across models and you can work on one yourself pretty easily. Another point in limiting your semi auto firearms is that every semi automatic (and plenty of other guns too) is literally a mallrat starter kit. ie, buy it and then you're buying more magazines, different sights, maybe a red dot, trying different holsters, etc... and it all adds up to a hell of a lot of wampum.

 

wish I could help... but I have glock , Desert Eagle 1911, Cz , springfield Xd , browning hi power , ruger american and sr series... so yeah I will have a hard time to choose which one I like the best. but my bed stand piece is a G21 and a 12 gauge... all my pieces shoot every time ... but I've put them through its paces accordingly.

 

Glock 41, if it's ok in calistan. Same as 21, better slide.

Half the weight of a 1911. Same recoil. Damn good pistol. I use a thin Dawson front sight, and a Warren Tac rear. Carver basepads.

 

 

if you are not planning on leaving Commiefornia get the Glock 30sf. order it if you need to, the 21 is a great gun but since you have the 10 round limitation just get the 30sf. you will love it...