Colt 1911 9mm, you can find a good used one for under $1000.
Said in first post he isnt a 1911 guy.
Said in first post he isnt a 1911 guy.
But back on topic, heck go for the new 5.25 XDm. That thing looks pretty cool and its certainly full size.
I too am a lefty. My favorite 9mm is the Browning HiPower. It doesn't have an ambidextrous mag release, but with a little practice you can get ptetty good at ejecting the mag with your index finger. That's what I did.
The Beretta 92FS has a reversible mag release, and it's a very simple procedure to reverse it. And MecGar makes 18-round flush fit mags.
A CZ-85 for less than $400 cause it's not a 1911, but you can still carry it cock-n-lock, 15+1 & it's ambidextrous but if you want to spend more money & not have a frame mounted safety, then get a WALTHER P-88 15+1Ok, my heart is set on a XDM 9mm in OD and Stainless. This is a very awesome gun and I have had the pleasure to shoot it as well. Here's the dilemma, I have a budget of $1,000 taxes and all to purchase a handgun. I love the XDM, but is there anyone who can convince me of a better 9mm for $1,000 or less?
A few key notes...
I am a lefty, so at least a ambidextrous mag release has to be standard.
I am not a 1911 kind of guy.
I want a FULL size pistol.
High capacity mags are a +!!! (XDM 19 + 1)
Any feedback is greatly appreciated!!
Is this your first handgun? If so that $1000 will be eaten in a quick hurry, If you love the XDm then get one, by the time you buy a holster a couple of mags, ammo, a cleaning kit, a laser, more ammo, zombie targets, more ammo, your budget will be used up, but you will have a silly grin plastered on your face.