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Quality/Price Ratio for Pistols, Do Higher Priced Pistols Mean Better Quality?

somorris said:
My practice and recommendation is to buy from well established manufacturers with a reputation for quality. Price matters, but for a self defense gun a history of proven reliability is more important than price. I think you can trust Springfield Armory, even though some may call them medium priced. Like you, I think you should practice with your self defense gun. Unless you do an awful lot of shooting, wearing it out is not likely. That being said, cheaper guns may show wear more quickly.

If I feel it is necessary for me to be armed, the gun needs to work if I need it.
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Yes before I purchased my firearms I researched and looked up the information on the companies. Springfield does have a good track record for 1911s so that's why I went with them.
 
HayesGreener said:
I think SIG got it right with their Legion models. They upgraded important functional items like grips, triggers, and sights but didn't go all New Orleans whorehouse pimp with them. They cost a little more but the upgrades make sense. SA has done the same with their TRP 1911 models but I am undecided about the recent versions of them
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New Orleans Whorehouse Pimp...never heard that one before hahahaha!!! :ROFLMAO::ROFLMAO:
 
Bassbob said:
I think putting a price limit ( lower or higher ) as a general rule is fine. It is true you get what you pay for. Or more accurately, high quality products generally cost more. There are obviously exceptions. Demand to some degree dictates price so something can be high quality and attractive to YOU, but it isn't generally popular so the price is lower. And the inverse is also true.

Also I have gotten really good deals on guns that were "Gently" used.

It is true though, I won't pay much attention to a handgun that sells new for $350. In truth the only reason I began researching the Masada S is because I am an IWI fan boi and their products have a good reputation. All the reviews on the Masada that I could find were positive, many comparing it favorably to the P365XL. I took the chance and I'm pretty happy I did. It is by far the gun I carry most and I paid a third of what I paid for the gun I was carrying at the time.
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That's awesome, and yes for me personally as another general rule, I research extensively what information I can find on the manufacturer, the model, and the over ergonomics of the firearm. I am short only 5'6" and guys at the counter keep trying to sell me compact or micro models, however I have long fingers for my size, so for instance the full size 1911 fits perfectly for me.
 
TidalWave said:
Almost decided I wasn’t going to explain my position on this ques (and it is indeed an age-old one).
But I will anyway.
One reason it never gets resolved is the definitions: what does “quality” and “high end” mean to each individual?? I’m still trying to find out what defines a “match grade barrel” , Lol.
Right now, being involved in elder care for my folks while just a few shorts yrs away from my own retirement , any expense north of $500 requires careful consideration for me. So in the gun world, the majority of hardware is “high end”. For me.

I’ll say this, Gfan: I own a couple Ed Browns and a WC.
But my two most reliable pistols are my S&W SD9s and my plain ol’ Rock Island 1911 in .45…
Both eat any kinda ammo, both have almost never failed me on the range after break in period (if even needed). Both are plenty accurate, for both my typical range distances (60’ or less) and home protection (max 30’ based on my home layout & most likely scenarios).
Just throw in’ this out for consideration..
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By the way, what I was getting at before I had to hurry up and finish, was an old saying “Better is the enemy of good enough”. As I understood it, this was from a Soviet admiral back in the 50’s - 60s Cold War era.

Not always, entirely, true….but worthy of consideration.
 
To me "reliability" is 1st and "accuracy" is 2nd, I don't go by cost and fancy brand names.

I've had a Ruger LC9s Pro since it 1st came out. I don't remember it ever having a failure. I had a Sig P238 that wouldn't shoot through a mag without multiple failures. I actually took it apart after so many failures and found a bur in the slide I filed and then polished out and it's been good since. They same goes for multiple other handguns, most of which are all good reliable shooters, including my Hellcat Pro and my new XD mod 3. The ones that weren't reliable or accurate are gone.

Once reliability is established I next want to test my accuracy using the gun. It might be a great reliable gun but that doesn't mean I won't have a problem using the sights or not be comfortable with the grip or trigger while shooting. Holding it in the store with a few dry fires isn't the same.

Lastly, good maintenance and proper lubrication will keep it reliable for a long time.

To some degree dollars can translate to quality & relibilty. But buy what you can afford that works for you. Don't think the handgun won't protect you if you don't spend $2,000.00, that's wrong thinking to me.

P.S. - I too think Glocks are ugly as sin and the ones I've held didn't fit comfortably in my hand.
 
Bear007 said:
To me "reliability" is 1st and "accuracy" is 2nd, I don't go by cost and fancy brand names.

I've had a Ruger LC9s Pro since it 1st came out. I don't remember it ever having a failure. I had a Sig P238 that wouldn't shoot through a mag without multiple failures. I actually took it apart after so many failures and found a bur in the slide I filed and then polished out and it's been good since. They same goes for multiple other handguns, most of which are all good reliable shooters, including my Hellcat Pro and my new XD mod 3. The ones that weren't reliable or accurate are gone.

Once reliability is established I next want to test my accuracy using the gun. It might be a great reliable gun but that doesn't mean I won't have a problem using the sights or not be comfortable with the grip or trigger while shooting. Holding it in the store with a few dry fires isn't the same.

Lastly, good maintenance and proper lubrication will keep it reliable for a long time.

To some degree dollars can translate to quality & relibilty. But buy what you can afford that works for you. Don't think the handgun won't protect you if you don't spend $2,000.00, that's wrong thinking to me.

P.S. - I too think Glocks are ugly as sin and the ones I've held didn't fit comfortably in my hand.
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Yes well said. Maintaining your firearm and cleaning is of upmost importance. I love field striping my firearms, it's very therapeutic to me, just enjoying the cleaning really helps me relax. I also admire the craftmanship and the work that goes into the designing the firearm too.
 
Price is only one indicator of potential quality. I think a Tisas 1911 is every bit as good as a standard Colt 1911 at less than half the price. The little pony stamp is not worth the extra cost.

As for you Glock grip complainers, it's really not that big a deal. 1911 fanboys seldom make the transition without a little effort. Its a challenge to learn to shoot Glocks when you have one hand holding your nose. As for me, I'm a good enough pistolero that I can effectively shoot Glocks, 1911s, and revolvers and transition from one to another with ease. The process is called practice. I also have the ability to transition from my Ford F150 to my wife's sedan without running into the ditch. Heck, I can even transition from fork to spoon without spilling too much food in my lap.
 
Faulkner said:
Price is only one indicator of potential quality. I think a Tisas 1911 is every bit as good as a standard Colt 1911 at less than half the price. The little pony stamp is not worth the extra cost.

As for you Glock grip complainers, it's really not that big a deal. 1911 fanboys seldom make the transition without a little effort. Its a challenge to learn to shoot Glocks when you have one hand holding your nose. As for me, I'm a good enough pistolero that I can effectively shoot Glocks, 1911s, and revolvers and transition from one to another with ease. The process is called practice. I also have the ability to transition from my Ford F150 to my wife's sedan without running into the ditch. Heck, I can even transition from fork to spoon without spilling too much food in my lap.
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Oh, yeah? Can you eat peas with a table knife?😁
 
Faulkner said:
Price is only one indicator of potential quality. I think a Tisas 1911 is every bit as good as a standard Colt 1911 at less than half the price. The little pony stamp is not worth the extra cost.

As for you Glock grip complainers, it's really not that big a deal. 1911 fanboys seldom make the transition without a little effort. Its a challenge to learn to shoot Glocks when you have one hand holding your nose. As for me, I'm a good enough pistolero that I can effectively shoot Glocks, 1911s, and revolvers and transition from one to another with ease. The process is called practice. I also have the ability to transition from my Ford F150 to my wife's sedan without running into the ditch. Heck, I can even transition from fork to spoon without spilling too much food in my lap.
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Its not a matter being done effectively, its a matter of choice.
With the amount of handguns out there that are of great quality and reliability, why go with something you dont care for. Such as a glock grip.
 
HayesGreener said:
Oh, yeah? Can you eat peas with a table knife?😁
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Faulkner said:
Price is only one indicator of potential quality. I think a Tisas 1911 is every bit as good as a standard Colt 1911 at less than half the price. The little pony stamp is not worth the extra cost.

As for you Glock grip complainers, it's really not that big a deal. 1911 fanboys seldom make the transition without a little effort. Its a challenge to learn to shoot Glocks when you have one hand holding your nose. As for me, I'm a good enough pistolero that I can effectively shoot Glocks, 1911s, and revolvers and transition from one to another with ease. The process is called practice. I also have the ability to transition from my Ford F150 to my wife's sedan without running into the ditch. Heck, I can even transition from fork to spoon without spilling too much food in my lap.
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I'm not knocking the ergonomics or the reliability, or accuracy. I just think it's D@mned Ugly! :ROFLMAO:
 
KillerFord1977 said:
Its not a matter being done effectively, its a matter of choice.
With the amount of handguns out there that are of great quality and reliability, why go with something you dont care for. Such as a glock grip.
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I absolutely agree in part with you. There are several firearms that I'm not a fan of, Beretta 92 being one of them. The difference is Glock bashers can't just not like them, they take every opportunity TO bash them as though it's their mission in life.
 
Faulkner said:
I absolutely agree in part with you. There are several firearms that I'm not a fan of, Beretta 92 being one of them. The difference is Glock bashers can't just not like them, they take every opportunity TO bash them as though it's their mission in life.
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Understood.
A glock is a fantastic handgun.
Its just not for me and a Beretta 92 is a mammoth in my small hands 🙂
 
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