Not being a real pistol aficionado but only a casual hand gunner, I’m thinking of switching some of my battery around a bit. I’d like to get a 10mm and admit to placing of aesthetics up as a high priority — I really like the classic “1911-look”, for example, that of the Kimber models. I also would want a 6” barrel.

So without a thought to further aftermarket accessorizing or tweaking, which (Kimber?) qualifying OTC pistol would you suggest? And I’m a lefty.

Thanks.

DAN WESSON! , beautifully built, tight, and accurate pistols ready to run right out of the box, good luck to you.

Glock 40.

I really like my Glock 40 MOS with Trijicon RM06 holographic sight. But, can see why others like the 1911 style guns.

Dan Wesson recently (last month) came out with this one with a 6" slide.

https://www.guns.com/news/2019/04/29/dan-wesson-releases-new-kodiak-10mm-long-slides-at-nraam


And here's a Bruin with a long slide, also.

https://www.gunsamerica.com/digest/loaded-bear-dan-wesson-bruin-10mm-long-slide-full-review/

If a 1911 style, Dan Wesson would be my choice. How 'bout a Sig? I love everything about this pistol.

There are so many options these days, take your time.

Gen 4 Glock 20 would be nice. I have a Gen 3 G20SF that I like pretty well. I'm a lefty also. With the Gen 4 you can switch the mag release to the right side.

Ron

" I’d like to get a 10mm and admit to placing of aesthetics up as a high priority — I really like the classic “1911-look”, for example, that of the Kimber models. I also would want a 6” barrel."

...simple solution...

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/815545547

I have a Kimber 5" 10mm that is a joy to shoot with 10mm... Also bought a PARA Elite LS Hunter (that is now the Remington Hunter) that has a 6" barrel and light rail... If the Kimber had been available before I bought the Remington I would have probably gone that way as I don't really have the need for the light rail...that said it is a very accurate shooting gun...

The reason I like the Remington and Kimber over the Springfield, DW and other long slide 1911s is that I don't care for front strap checking.... The Springfield is not bad as it isn't really "checking" but still just prefer smooth...

Bob

I'm going with the Ruger Stainless Target. It has a 5" barrel but I'm dont care for the 6" guns.

Yep. Quite near a custom.

I think this might be the one: https://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbt...915/filename/20190320_185114_resized.jpg

It was in the classifieds back in March. Maybe it's still available. https://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbt...s-les-baer-premier-ii-hunter-10mm#UNREAD

The Dan Wesson is probably the best bet of all the models mentioned. Just get a model with an ambi. safety and you're good to go (or install it yourself - it's not hard). I've been shooting the 10mm since 1996 and shot a lot of the models available. I love the Glock 20 (with a 5.5" barrel) for it's simplicity, durability, and comfort while shooting. The G40 is nice, but just seems big with little gain over a custom barrel in the G20. The 1911's have great aesthetics and triggers but only hold 9+1 rounds at best. They also tend to be a little heavier than the plastic crowd of guns. Recoil feels less in the Glock, even though it's lighter, I think because of the wider grip. I don't like the 6" 1911's but that's personal preference. If you've got the dough, STI makes (or used to) some impressive 2011 10mm's that will turn heads, offer the single action trigger, and aren't too heavy as the grip is all plastic. 2011 magazines are a picky though.

One more thing...

Whatever you do, get a model with adjustable sights! The 10mm ammunition available ranges from super mild to wild, and getting POA/POI in alignment with fixed sights is futile. For the life of me, I cannot figure out why manufacturers even offer fixed sights on a 10mm - likely just a cost saving measure and suckers fall for it everyday. It's not like they are pocket carry CCW guns.

Delta Elite.

The most esthetically pleasing 10mm would have to be the Glock 20. Hands down.

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Originally Posted by Mountain10mm

The Dan Wesson is probably the best bet of all the models mentioned. Just get a model with an ambi. safety and you're good to go (or install it yourself - it's not hard). I've been shooting the 10mm since 1996 and shot a lot of the models available. I love the Glock 20 (with a 5.5" barrel) for it's simplicity, durability, and comfort while shooting. [b]The G40 is nice, but just seems big with little gain over a custom barrel in the G20. The 1911's have great aesthetics and triggers but only hold 9+1 rounds at best. They also tend to be a little heavier than the plastic crowd of guns. Recoil feels less in the Glock, even though it's lighter, I think because of the wider grip. I don't like the 6" 1911's but that's personal preference. If you've got the dough, STI makes (or used to) some impressive 2011 10mm's that will turn heads, offer the single action trigger, and aren't too heavy as the grip is all plastic. 2011 magazines are a picky though.

It doesn't sound like you've shot a G40. They are much easier to shoot accurately than a G20, not that it's hard to shoot accurately. The extra barrel inch makes it more stable and absorbs recoil as well. The trigger is also a bit crisper.

Dan Wesson's are nice, but they are no Les Baer.

I have one. With a custom Bar-Sto barrel. Recoil is indeed less than a g20. All my 10mm glocks have aftermarket triggers. Accuracy isn’t an issue with either. Personally I don’t think the gains of the longer slide and barrel warrant the weight increase while packing it at 10,000’ elevation.

Hopefully my next 10mm: Dan Wesson Bruin
If it shoots anything like my Dan Wesson Specialist it would be a keeper.

I really like 1911 pistols and have had a Kimber since shortly after they started making them. But, I ended up getting a Tangfolio EAA Witness Hunter 10mm. 6" barrel and 14 round capacity with a very good single stage trigger has a lot going for it. Build quality, finish, and accuracy is excellent.

The 40, at 34.45 oz, does weigh 3.78 oz more than the 20, at 30.69oz.

Leave a couple rounds out of the mag, maybe, but never found 3.78 oz troubling, even at 10K.

I have a Gen 3 Glock 20 SF. I really like the gun,the recoil feels lighter than a 1911 with comparable ammo in my opinion.The gun is lighter,holds more ammo,and is more pleasant to shoot than any 1911 that I know about.

I would give a hard look to the new Springfield Armory XD 10mm pistols,the one with the longer barrel and adjustable sights should be about perfect. I have a Springfield Armory XD in 45 that I like a lot.

The polymer frame pistols just make a better field pistol in my opinion. Lighter Weight,more pleasant to shoot,higher capacity,probably more reliable than any 1911 that hasn't been carefully tuned by a good smith.

That Dan Wesson Kodiak cost some chips and surely looks it.

You're a hell of a nice guy George, bet you've lived a good lawful life and gave plenty to others along the way, splurge a little on yourself, you deserve it.

I Would look at the offerings from Fusion Firearms

gunner500, you are a gentleman and a scholar and of course highly intelligent and inciteful.....most of the time. 😏

FWIW Les Baer is making 10mm's again. They have a new model called the Kenai that looks exquisite. 5" barrel & hardchromed

I’ve been very happy with my 6” Springfield TRP 10mm with its trijicon rmr. They sell them without RMR and in both 5 and 6” variants. It did need a trip back to the mothership to polish the feed ramp but SA paid the freight both ways and I had it back in under 2 weeks.

https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/56409

Nice looking rig, MallardAddict. Continue to enjoy.

Another rec for the TRP

Has anyone played with the Armscor ROCK Ultra FS HC 10mm? I just noticed it and the couple reviews I saw were very positive.

I owned one and just sold it. BIG grip (bigger than it has to be) and the trigger left a lot to be desired in my opinion. Lots of capacity for sure but I'd rather have 9 or 10 rounds with a better trigger.

My G-20 with the RMR shoots this at 10yards.

I stopped load development when it grouped the top five.



Pretty happy how it shoots gold dots.