Ideal Pistol?

Question

Here is what I am looking for: It should have to the greatest extent possible all of the following characteristics:
1. Largest bullet (regardless of cartridge size) to make the hugest holes
2. The highest power (in terms of muzzle velocity and energy) to create the most damage
3. Not a revolver
4. Hold the highest number of rounds without sacrificing the other requirements
5. Factory made, not custom, and in current or recent production
6. The manufacturer should have the highest reputation for pistols. Quality is paramount.
7. Highest reliability
8. Don't care about recoil
9. Purpose is defense and vanity
10. Price is not an issue

I understand that it may be impossible for a pistol to have all of these characteristics because there may be tradeoffs but please suggest which pistols come closest to matching the spirit of these requirements. Thanks

Answer 1

.50 cal. Desert Eagle

Answer 2

The main problem with a high velocity is over-penentration. There is a good chance that if used in a home that the round will blow thru the walls (or intruder) and potentially injure somebody else. Recoil should be considered as well. If it kicks like heck, it will be hard to get the muzzle back down and on target faster for a second round if needed (not to mention you probably won't want to practice alot with it). Find a pistol caliber you know you can handle and handle well. The find the heaviest bullet made for that caliber and use it. Desert Eagles don't like cheap target ammo (especially if it is lead slug or dirty powder), it clogs the gas ports (higher maintenance). Beretta makes a full size that you can switch between a 9mm and a .40 cal. ( 9 for practice, .40 for self defense). It has an open slide (large gap) so that the gun won't trap an ejecting case. Mine has been solid, never had any problems with it. I'm not a fan of the "plastic" guns like Glock or H&K. But personal quirks aside, both are rock solid and I've never heard a bad thing about either of them. As far as calibers go, a .40 gives a good combo of velocity and knockdown. The good old .45 isn't real fast in the velocity department but it will pack a wallop when it hits.

Answer 3

The 10mm Auto GLOCK 20 ranks with the most powerful autopistols ever made, if you add up the total foot-pounds of muzzle energy represented by each cartridge in a high capacity magazine holding 15 rounds. The GLOCK 20 boasts the accuracy and power normally only associated with a magnum-hunting revolver.

Answer 4

I can recommend the XD pistol line from Springfield armory. Best bet is to go with the XD .45 pistol. It is based on the HK system which makes recoil manageable. It is a .45, so it will make a big ragged hole. It comes in three styles, OD green, Black & Bi-tone. The XDs have been tested to fire several thousand rounds without problems. Of course, you have to maintain any firearm for it to function properly. The XD also holds 13 +1 in the magazine. (10+1 for California owners. ) It is fairly accurate right out of the box and can tolerate +p loads. Hope this helps.

Answer 5

Try the Springfield XD .45 acp. It'll leave a big hole and combine that with JHP's. recoil is nil even for a polymer framed pistol. AAs far as round capacity. The XD has a double stack of 13 + 1. As far as reliability, I have put 3000 rounds through mine and not a problem yet. No ftf, or fte. It'll eat any round I throw at it. Also, Springfield and Canyon Creelk Customs do some awesome custom work for the XD's

Answer 6

I own a STI Eagle 5.0 chambered in .45ACP and I can truly say it is the best gun I have ever purchased. The build quality and craftsmanship is really amazing, with a match grade stainless barrel and a 14 round magazine it’s sure to put a smile on any enthusiasts face. About power, I have used the gun twice when I was bear hunting……. Thunk, it stopped them in there tracks. The only limitation of this weapon is my personal accuracy. Every time I take it to the range I always have a flock of people asking me about it. I have had people comment that it will outshoot there 3500 dollar custom built 1911. I ask you as one shooter to another do your self a favor and try a sti gun. ITS FREAKING AWESOME

Answer 7

Absolutely do not get a Desert Eagle, it's the most expensive, and unreliable waste of a handgun out there. Buy something in .45 acp with a double stack magazine, something from Springfield Arms or Smith and Wesson should do the trick.

Answer 8

AHH,must be a relative,so just go get a DESERT EAGLE,in50cal,it kicks like a horse,and makes Harrys 44 mag look like a Daisy.How do I know this,well,after 20 years of shooting,everything,I finally whacked my face with the DE 50cal.Its embarrassing,but the 44 could fire rapidly,in the weaver position,but the DE is capable of making a seasoned shooter look like an AMATEUR!And for vanity,NOTHING tops it!eddie/67

Answer 9

Oh, that's easy. STI International's Edge is a .45ACP double-stack semiauto in a semi-1911 style. STI is a company known for competition guns, so reliability and quality is the focus, not price. They're definitely not cheap, but a race gun with 19+1 rounds of .45ACP sounds like what you're looking for.

Oh, and as for defense - hope you're not planning on carrying this beast. It's 39 ounces unloaded.

Answer 10

Colt Gold Cup Trophy SS 45
Wilson Combat - CQB or Protector SS 45

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