#5 Smith & Wesson 686 - .357 cal #4 Ruger Mark IV - 22lr #3 Springfield 1911-A1 - .45 ACP #2 CZ Compact - 9mm #1 Springfield SA-35 "Hi-Power" - 9mm Nothing exotic - just good solid guns.
@@mannyfox8089 I've read every review on this gun, they range from good, to bad, to indifferent. But for me, it fits my hand, and I am a better shot with it than any other 9mm that I've shot. I don't know why. The CZ Compact is almost the same gun, I like it, but just not quite as good with it.
Got his Beretta 92B, his service pistol in SA. Rare gun, way too bulky for my small hands and difficult to conceal on my 5,4 body but would not let it go for the life of me
That’s sweet of you. I’m about to lose my father too and I hate that I can’t have a good relationship with him but I try to make the best of it. RIP to your father. 🙏🏿❤️
I found mine at Runnings. I live in the communist state of NY so the mags are pinned for 10 rounds. You can find the standard capacity ones online at a few places still. They are getting harder to find.
@@billyw8186me too - I can rewatch and go back and forth - it honestly gets more viewing time for the creator imho and it’s easier for us to reference and to watch more of.
@@IT_GRUNTHeck yeah, all those guns have been proven over the years! couldn't go wrong with any of them. M9A4 and P226 being my personal favorite I'd have to say.
Nice list, the Sig226 is all business, G19 is everything the G17 wish it was, add a 24 or 33 round mag and its a heck of a home defense weapon, RIA offers solid 1911's at a heck of a price but I would have to include the timeless Ruger MKIV and a good .357 in there
If you don’t already own one their prices are extremely good right now. I carried one for about 5 years with just factory parts, then I got the Cajun gun works complete upgrade for like $220, not it’s like it’s a polymer shadow 2, a much lighter smoother and shorter da trigger, a 3lb sa trigger with almost zero pre travel and almost zero over travel with a crisp glass rod break, but what it did to the reset is almost worth the $220 on its own, teh factory reset was the worst part of the gun and the Cajun gun works makes it very close to sig srt rest or the new beretta 92 reset.
@@Kennoisewater123 I love it. It's very accurate and as long as you get the good ammo like Buffalo bore or underwood I would definitely trust it for taking out any 4 legged friends
#5 Ruger MK IV 22/45 with Volquartsen LLV Upper #4 Springfield Operator frame paired with Kimber 22lr conversion (great trainer) #3 STI Hex Tac with Leupold DPP #2 STI Marauder #1 STI Staccato C (original pre-staccato brand name change pistol) Yes I have an STI problem 🙂
I’ve always enjoyed 1911s but only owned them here and there. My dad passed away a couple years ago as well and he loved his colt 1911. So I went out and got one just to shoot and remember him. May not carry one but will always be one of my favorite to shoot. Praying for healing on your ear but you still manage to make, in my opinion some of the best guntube videos either way. Keep it up
5. HK USP Tactical 4. P365x with Icarus Precision aluminum grip module (carry gun) 3. CZ Shadow 2 Compact ( there’s a reason these are sold out everywhere right now) 2. Staccato XC (Honorable Mention- Wilson Combat EDCX9) 1. Langdon Tactical Beretta 92 (yes i like it better than the XC- the trigger is just incredible)
@@jackomalley3687 Agreed. However it is just an iconic weapon that stands the test of time. And if you install the Grey Gun short reset trigger system to the match trigger that comes on the Tactical, it is very usable. Not to the level of the Langdon Beretta trigger, but IMO almost nothing is . . .. ;-)
Ahh...if only the CZ Shadow 2 Compact had a steel frame...it'd be near perfect. To be honest what I truly want is a full size Shadow 2 but with a full pic rail. But I'd take a steel frame version of the compact as well.
Would love to see more on the Volquartsen or other .22 pistols. Might be a good (quiet) way to ramp back up in your shooting. Best wishes on the continued recovery!
You’re my go-to review on a gun I’m thinking of buying. Just bought a shadow 2 compact because of your review on it and I love that gun. You haven’t steered me wrong. Thank you for your work!
@@AArpaiaM.D it really is. It’s my favorite gun to shoot for sure. I’ve only ever had striker fired guns before this. DA took me a bit to get used to but the thing shoots so smooth
If I could only keep 5 Mine tx22 compact for plink Ruger max 380 for pocket Hellcat rdp for micro 9 G19 for edc And m&p 2.0 10mm for woods gun But I love all my guns Got 5 g19 with different setups from stock,ported and comp. 😊. Thanks for the awesome vids outlaw
My first hand gun is a 1911 not comparable to your Wilson combat, but my kimber stainless custom II in 45 acp has been absolutely reliable and it is my bed side, answer the door hand gun!!
#5 S&W 659 #4 S&W 3913 #3 Ruger GP100 #2 Sig P220 and P226 from Germany #1 Marlin 22lr rifle. First firearm I ever had, bought for me on Christmas by my dad.
Surprised to see any old school S&W's on someone's list but I understand. Recently purchased a 6904 to round out my Wonder 9 collection. Only got it for the collection purpose so I was incredibly surprised when I shot it and genuinely really enjoyed it. Grip ergonomics are dated and slide mounted safeties are awful(so I milled mine flush), but it shot great. Did not expect it's single action pull and reset to be the best of all my DA/SA guns. I actually carry it sometimes even.
The Marlin Model 60 was a gift on my 16th birthday in 1971. It has the squirrels on the stock and was my first gun and squirrel gun for many years. I have a Weaver Marksman 4X scope on it.
Glad to know I have 2 of the 5 you mentioned: #1 Wilson Combat 1911 .45 #2 CZ Shadow 2 9mm #3 Dan Wesson Bruin 10mm #4 Colt Python 6" .357 #5 Ruger 22/45 Lite .22
To me, it would be: 1. SIG P365 (general purpose and carry) 2. Glock 19 (any G19 clone works. Most aftermarket, reliable, mags are everywhere) 3. Browning Hi-Power (Extremely reliable, gorgeous, my favorite pistol) 4. Taurus 692 (revolvers are always important to have in the collection, and the 692 can shoot 4 calibers by only changing the cylinder) 5. Taurus TX22 Compact (best 22 pistol in the market imo) Bonus: SIG P226 or CZ-75 (rugged, reliable, two of the best DA SA pistols ever made)
Excellent video. Pray you keep making progress with your ear treatments. No order from my collection besides #1. 1. HK USP 2. CZ P07 3. S&W Shield plus 4. S&W 2.0 metal floyds custom slide 5. Stealth arms platypus
great list man and I love all the firearms that you mentioned (especially the Walther P99 and PDP). How is the HK P30 with the Langdon trigger group? I don't know anyone who actually has one and always wanted to try it.
I have only been acquainted with a dozen or so guns. I've enjoyed them all from single shot 22cal rifle to M16 to M60 to magnum wheel guns. My favorite of all is a warm gun. Currently I am learning how to love my M&P 2.0 compact with baldr s and Holosun SCS. At 60yo I am moving from iron sights and going back to EDC, something I haven't done for 35yrs when I carried money for church deposits. Pray for Nov 2024.
First time commenter, been watching for awhile though. I love the channel, the guns and your easy going demeanor man. You definitely saved me from a few purchase errors. Thanks, and keep sneaking in the jokes!
Another great video, really like that you mentioned the optics you run, would like to see you do an optics video for AR again if your opinion has changed since the last one
Top 5 handguns, no revolvers... 1: Shadow Systems MR920 Combat OR 2: Sig P320 Compact 3: M&P Shield Plus OR 4: Ruger LCP Max 5: Dan Wesson ECO 9mm Honorable Mention: CZ P10c Revolver: Dad's 1956 Ruger Blackhawk
Of what I own . 1 . Staccato P 2. Cz ts2 3. Staccato c2 4. Dan Wesson guardian 5 Magnum research 1911 with extensive work by nighthawk customer. Honorable mention cz s2c and beretta centurion by Wilson combat.
Mate I know the feeling with the 1911. I have owned a fair few handguns (all 357 and smaller sadly due to Australian laws) and had the opportunity to pick up a 1911 for very cheap at Christmas from a mate who had to liquidate his collection in a hurry. It is something special to shoot. I love my 586 and cz but this 1911 really makes me happy. Sorry to hear about your ear issues, best of luck with your recovery!
1. Glock 26 gen3 2. Glock 17 gen4 3. Ruger LCR .38spl 4. S&W 686+ 2.5" .357mag 5. Glock 42 .380acp Large, Medium and Small Pistol, small revolver and larger Revolver. If I could pick a 6th one, probably Walther p22. Thank you for the nice Video. For me the 26 with 10+2 OEM Magazine ist nowhere near being subcompact. More of a medium to me.
I hear you about your dad. Whenever I watch Clint Eastwood movies especially his westerns it feels like my dad is sitting right next to me! Great list man 🤙🏼
My favorite carry gun is my S&W M&P Sheld Plus. I also recently bought a Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS. It's got a Holosun red dot sight on it and I love it. I have a few 1911's. Springfield Armory MC Operator, which I love, Rock Island Armory 1911 in 45 ACP in FDE. And a RIA 1911 in 9MM. All great guns and lots of fun to shoot. And one Staccato C2. Congratulations on the acquisition of the Wilson Combat CQB. New or used, they're great guns. Wish I had one.
No. 1: Beretta PX4 compact 9 mm; No. 2: Beretta 92X compact 9 mm; No. 3: Ruger EC9s 9 mm; No. 4: Bersa Thunder Plus .380; No. 5: Kel-Tec P3AT .380 (Honorable mention: Ruger LCP II and LCP Max .380; Beretta 3032 Tomcat .32 ACP. Mostly, I carry the Kel-Tec and the EC9s, because I live in Texas, where one needs to dress light. Both are reliable and stupid accurate in my hands.
Thanks for the video, prayers that your ear heals sooner than expected. 68 yo retired Seabee here and I shoot once aa week with a variety of hand guns. It was cool to see a 1911 as your favorite, it is my favorite platform. The po-7, m&p shield plus pc and shadow were also cool pics in the top 7, love them all.
I will give my two carry guns; Compact is a Shield Plus, not a performance center though, Springfield XD Service for my full-size carry. I am looking to get something to mount an optic on, I am thinking the Springfield Echelon. The debate is between the Echelon and an M&P 2.0 Performance Center. Leaning towards the Echelon because for whatever reason I have been doing really well with my Springfield. Who knew? I am not saying that Smith is not as good, it is just that it seems easier to shoot well with the Springfields I have used. I enjoy your content and respect your opinions. Thank you for what you do.
I've been through a LOT of guns the past few years. Maybe 20-30k worth. In no particular order my top 5 forever (barring AR pistols of course) are: -Glock 19 (completely stock any gen) -Walther PDP Pro SD Compact (set up a particular way, eps, pmm comp, ZR tactical Guide rod, 14# uncaptured recoil spring, Modlite OKW) -Alchemy Custom Weaponry Quantico Hicap with SRO and full DLC (the king of 2011s. Most accurate, most reliable, most tastefully manufactured. Beat out my Athena, Legion Precision, nighthawk and Lonestar Custom to make this list) -M & P Shield Plus w/ Night Sights ($200-$300 secondhand) -Staccato C2 Limited w/ extra bull barrel (comes with dawson comp and Leupold DPP, paid $500 extra for a DLC bull barrel for CC) I could go my whole life with just these five pistols and be happy. Would not desire to own any other firearms even. Of course I DO, so the honorable mention is the Tippmann Arms M4-22 elite micro bugout in 22lr. Reliable, amazing mags, accurate, no recoil, fast, and above all SMALL.
#5 Taurus G3C on MCK and open #4 Glock 17 on MCK #3 S&W Shield single stack with 10 + 1 extended magazine #2 APX Beretta Centurion with 17 + 1 extended magazine EDC part timer 😊 #1 S&W Shield Plus EDC with 15 + 1 extended magazine ❤ , thanks for the opportunity and very informative video !🎉❤🎉😊
Hello Chris, thanks for the awesome videos like usual. Just wanted to let you know youre the reason I got very heavily into guns the last few years. Keep up the good work !!.
I'm a pistol shooting wannabe. I wish I could shoot a pistol like you for sure. I have never been that good with pistols probably because I just don't give them enough time. I am more of a rifle guy and am pretty good with them. I don't own a 1911 but have had them in my hand on many occasions and they feel awesome. I have small hands and the CZ Shadow 2 compact feels great. I may pull the trigger and get one soon. I think I might like the Wilson Combat SF9 also.
$1,200 is not "super affordable"., for what you get. It's possibly "a bargain " for what you get. Id argue, a G3C IS super affordable for what you get. Choosing words carefully, matters.
This was really good, thanks . Talk about really liking the 45 auto ! I did three combat tours with them in the 60's . I actually owe my life to having that weapon . Actually saved me more than once there . When l returned home l joined our police department and back then we could Carey whatever we wanted . I had a Jim Clark very smooth 45. He was a famous gunsmith around here in the Shreveport , La. area .People bought his custom 45's from all over the country . I don't think l will go for a 10mm because l know what the .45 can do . Take care and keep sending out those very good programs . Yours, Rick Bicknell
If I could only have 1 gun it would be the gen 5 glock 20. The 10mm cartridge is so versatile. If however it could only be a 9mm my gun would be the Walther PDP
This is really hard !!! 1. FN 509c- my edc/1st gun/always goes bang 2. Watchtower Apache - impress the in-laws 3. Cz shadow 2- because of you!!! 4. Canik rival/walther pdp- struggling to choose one 5. Dessert eagle 50ae - makes me feel cool Honorable mention 1. Staccato c- aaaaaamericaaa!!! 2. Volquartson black mamba- makes 22lr cool again Prayers brother!! ❤️
.22LR has always been cool. The only people who think otherwise have an ammunition sponsor or don't shoot nearly as much as they claim they do. In terms of bang per buck, you get about 3.5x the number of bangs, and that matters to people who do honest work.
5) Ruger Standard .22 Red Eagle ($37.50 in 1950) 4) S&W MP/PD 340 3) Colt 1859 Navy revolver... .36 cal. (still functions) 2) Sig 938 Legion 1) CZ S2 Compact Fav is the standard Ruger .22...my dad bought it. Can remember shooting targets a 7yrs old. Priceless. The Colt came via the Oregon trail, great great granddads pea shooter. Priceless
#5 Springfield SA35 #4 S&W 686 plus TALO #3 All of my p220 series legions #2 CZ Shadow II Target #1 Dan Wesson Guardian 38 Super Commander. Honorable mentions. Sig 229 Elite 357 Sig, Springfield TRP 10mm 1911. S&W model 29. FN 510. You're right, this is hard, because I have a feeling with a few more rounds through my Kimber KDS9C it will move up to at least honorable mention.
Got my hands ona Sig DHR3 (I think that’s what it’s called) and it was honestly phenomenal. I can’t make a my Top 5 Picks cause I’m too indecisive. Love your videos👍🏼
Great list! 5-Color Case Hardened GI-1911 4-Ruger Single Six (Bisley style) 3-Tisas Raider .45 2-Taurus TX22(against all odds but mine is stupid accurate and I’ve ditched all my other 22 pistols due to this one’s performance being that darn good) 1-Sig Sauer P365XL
Nice guns. We are similar in only one aspect. The 1911. Mine is the Colt Combat Commander blue finish .45acp. Next up is my Ruger MKIII with threaded barrel. Followed by the Smith and Wesson 617 .22lr. Then my Sig P226R and Finally my Smith and Wesson 586 6". As an aside, if I could have a sixth, it would be my Gen 3 Glock 19.
The Volq Scorpion is a MkIII, but built to higher specifications. And I think they all have threaded barrels, and most of them come with compensators installed already, too. The Black Mamba is their MkIV.
I had the P07 and liked it pretty well, but it did not fit my small hands. If there was a version with a smaller grip I'd jump at it. Another reason I sold it was that my wife had a lot of trouble racking the slide. I opted for a S&W Equalizer. I don't really care for the grip safety but it suites my wife just fine.
Just took some new shooters to the range with the p07. One of my buddies struggled with the controls on it like crazy. There is a smaller version of the cz75 called the 2075 rami if you are interested in that.
Read that as only 5 guns period. I was thinking Glock 19 or 17, 1911, AR-15, GOOD semiautomatic or pump 12 gauge, and then last one would be shooter's choice. for me, probably a pocket pistol or revolver for deep concealment / basketball shorts weather. Maybe that LCR in 22, 10 shots of 22 in a revolver is pretty sweet. Plus it's cheap to train with, which is good for something like that since you really need to train when it comes to those heavy double action triggers.
Caro amigo. Não sei se você é brasileiro ou norte americano. Mas 5 armas (pistolas) no BR custam o 25 salários mínimos. (Algo próximo de 2 anos trabalhando como atendente em uma rede de fast food) Armas no Brasil são extremamente caras.
My ideal list would probably be: 1. CZ P-01, 2. S&W M&P Shield Plus, 3. M&P 2.0 compact, 4. 1911 45acp (classic) 5. A 22lr... im still unsure but possibly Ruger SR22 So hard to choose after i got thinking about it! Honorary mentions for the M&P 2.0 full size and CZ SP-01 and PX4 Storm for 40 or 9mm...
I unfortunately only have 1 atm. My P229 Legion with procut slide and Holosun SCS320 But I know the next 4. A Stealth Arms Platypus, X-5 P226 Legion, P365 Legion, CZ Shadow 2 and a Daniel Defense Hudson. Probably the P365 next because I need something smaller than the 229 for summer carry. And for me it shot like a champ same as the Hudson.
It seems like you're willing to spend a little more to get something a little better. You might want to look into legoing together your own P365. Do a web search for Parker Mountain Machine and Icarus Precision. PMM makes excellent barrel-compensator combo packages and Icarus makes awesome grip modules. Maybe throw in a custom slide if you're feeling like a baller. If you're interested in learning more about custom P365 builds, you might want to check out Skips Gunz channel here on youtube. Outlaw has mentioned him once or twice on this channel. He does good trigger work, so he's someone to keep in mind to order the FCU+trigger from, or perhaps put together the whole thing for you. And I know I sound like an advertisement, but I'm really just a very satisfied customer. lol
#5 Smith & Wesson 686 - .357 cal
#4 Ruger Mark IV - 22lr
#3 Springfield 1911-A1 - .45 ACP
#2 CZ Compact - 9mm
#1 Springfield SA-35 "Hi-Power" - 9mm
Nothing exotic - just good solid guns.
Sa35 for number one?? That’s “hi-praise”
Thanks! Apparently he doesn't feel the need to offer this information in the description box. You gained a subscriber.
@@20alphabet these are not HO’s picks but rather Hallhalls
Great range and variety. 686!!!👏
@@mannyfox8089 I've read every review on this gun, they range from good, to bad, to indifferent. But for me, it fits my hand, and I am a better shot with it than any other 9mm that I've shot. I don't know why. The CZ Compact is almost the same gun, I like it, but just not quite as good with it.
Great picture of your dad, brings back memories for me of my Father and the way America used to be. Great times
LOL
I miss it too
@@xunheilvsnipezx3324 🤣🤣 oh my goodness 🤣🤣🤣🤣
@icallmy12gnot12 ah I see a fatherless troll, raised by a single mother who provided too much smother.
@@Son_Of_Europa there you go bud 👍🏽, how does the inside of your colon smell? Because you’re pretty far in there.
If I could only have 5 RUclips Channels, THIS would be one!!
yea i agree.. this channel is cool AF
One of the best. There are honestly so many good channels. We are so blessed to have 2A advocates. Responsible ownership community.
Always enjoy your channel, envy your handguns, and the amount of brass on your range!😂. Your CQN in 9 or 45? Thanks again
Yank
When a particular gun reminds you of you Dad, that's it, no further explanation is required.
Got his Beretta 92B, his service pistol in SA. Rare gun, way too bulky for my small hands and difficult to conceal on my 5,4 body but would not let it go for the life of me
Me and my late pops bought a Beretta 92F back in 86 and it means the world to me.
An old German police Walther which he brought home is my nostalgia piece
That’s why I own a Beretta 92FS my Vietnam Vet Father ❤
It’s like my dads old 357 magnum from Smith and Wesson wood grain and blued metal
That’s sweet of you. I’m about to lose my father too and I hate that I can’t have a good relationship with him but I try to make the best of it. RIP to your father. 🙏🏿❤️
5: canik rival
4: glock 9mm, your pick
3: cz p-10
2: p226 srt
1: m&p 2.0 with timney alpha competition trigger
Just went out and bought a P07 last Monday. What a great gun!Thanks for your reviews you were definately an influence on my decsion.
Had mine for years and shot many steel challenge events. Love the trigger and the reliability!
Just traded mine for G43X. Dumb
Where'd you find yours?
I found mine at Runnings. I live in the communist state of NY so the mags are pinned for 10 rounds. You can find the standard capacity ones online at a few places still. They are getting harder to find.
@@davidheck3926 For cheap they are. You can find p-10's for under $400 easy.
If i had to go with a similar list....
1. CZ Shadow 2
2. Springfield Echelon
3. Sig Sauer P322
4. Sig Sauer P220 10mm
5. Beretta M9A4
That's a nice list. I'd remove the 2 sigs tho lmao
#5 01:57 CZ Shadow 2
#4 04:34 Voltquartsen Scorpion
#3 06:15 S&W Shield M&P Plus
#2 08:00 Altas Athena
11:45 Honorable Mention: Altas Ares
12:12 Honorable Mention: CZ P07
#1 12:40 Wilson Combat QCB
thanks for ruining the video ranking
thank you for providing the timestamps! Unlike some others, I honestly appreciate it.
@@billyw8186me too - I can rewatch and go back and forth - it honestly gets more viewing time for the creator imho and it’s easier for us to reference and to watch more of.
Im sorry u lost your father bro. Lost my dad years ago now, still feels like yesterday most of the time.
No particular order.
• M9A4
• Sig P226
• CZ P07 or P10c
• Glock 19 or 17
• 1911 or 2011 of some sort
Agreed. Best list I've seen in the comments.
This 100%
Staccato for the 2011 the rest is perfect
@@TazzyOpzStaccato's are nice. I don't own one so I can't say but I wouldn't mind taking that as one of the 5 for sure.
@@IT_GRUNTHeck yeah, all those guns have been proven over the years! couldn't go wrong with any of them. M9A4 and P226 being my personal favorite I'd have to say.
Nice list, the Sig226 is all business, G19 is everything the G17 wish it was, add a 24 or 33 round mag and its a heck of a home defense weapon, RIA offers solid 1911's at a heck of a price but I would have to include the timeless Ruger MKIV and a good .357 in there
prayers up for speedy recovery.
What happened?
@@VihaanBelaniruptured his ear drum
honest outlaw did?@@israev9133
Forever grateful to you for introducing me to the P07. Criminally underrated pistol for the price.
The p07 introduced me to honest outlaw. Bought one then I was trying to find out why nobody talks about it.
If you don’t already own one their prices are extremely good right now. I carried one for about 5 years with just factory parts, then I got the Cajun gun works complete upgrade for like $220, not it’s like it’s a polymer shadow 2, a much lighter smoother and shorter da trigger, a 3lb sa trigger with almost zero pre travel and almost zero over travel with a crisp glass rod break, but what it did to the reset is almost worth the $220 on its own, teh factory reset was the worst part of the gun and the Cajun gun works makes it very close to sig srt rest or the new beretta 92 reset.
5. Smith and Wesson m&p 2.0 10mm
4. 1911
3. Sig Sauer P226 x5
2. Smith and Wesson shield plus performance center
1. Staccato P
Nice list! I would not be upset with those at all!
Oh I’m very interested in that 10- what’s your thoughts? Ie bear back up. I carry the pc shield plus as well. Amazing
@@Kennoisewater123 I love it. It's very accurate and as long as you get the good ammo like Buffalo bore or underwood I would definitely trust it for taking out any 4 legged friends
What barrel length in that m&p 10?
@@Moderndaycowboy74great list! I was just looking at a that 10mm for a bear gun
#5 Ruger MK IV 22/45 with Volquartsen LLV Upper
#4 Springfield Operator frame paired with Kimber 22lr conversion (great trainer)
#3 STI Hex Tac with Leupold DPP
#2 STI Marauder
#1 STI Staccato C (original pre-staccato brand name change pistol)
Yes I have an STI problem 🙂
I bought a shield plus because the hellcat wasn't doing it for me and honest outlaw said it's the best.
Love my Plus. I'm surprised how that thing handles recoil and pretty accurate too
Great list! Memories of our parents are priceless! ❤️
I might swap out one for a compact carry option, but that's the beauty of firearm preferences-it's all about finding what works best for you.
I’ve always enjoyed 1911s but only owned them here and there. My dad passed away a couple years ago as well and he loved his colt 1911. So I went out and got one just to shoot and remember him. May not carry one but will always be one of my favorite to shoot. Praying for healing on your ear but you still manage to make, in my opinion some of the best guntube videos either way. Keep it up
Great list…the M&P Plus is my favorite carry weapon also.
5. Ruger 22/45 Tactical w/DA Mask
4. Sig 365xl
3. Beretta M9A4
2. Beretta 92x RDO Compact
1. Springfield Vickers Master Class 1911
5. HK USP Tactical
4. P365x with Icarus Precision aluminum grip module (carry gun)
3. CZ Shadow 2 Compact ( there’s a reason these are sold out everywhere right now)
2. Staccato XC
(Honorable Mention- Wilson Combat EDCX9)
1. Langdon Tactical Beretta 92 (yes i like it better than the XC- the trigger is just incredible)
Hk has too much over-travel and single action is bot so great
@@jackomalley3687 Agreed. However it is just an iconic weapon that stands the test of time. And if you install the Grey Gun short reset trigger system to the match trigger that comes on the Tactical, it is very usable. Not to the level of the Langdon Beretta trigger, but IMO almost nothing is . . .. ;-)
Ahh...if only the CZ Shadow 2 Compact had a steel frame...it'd be near perfect. To be honest what I truly want is a full size Shadow 2 but with a full pic rail. But I'd take a steel frame version of the compact as well.
Also the price of the Shadow 2 Compact is crazy...
@@ThisHandleIsTaken1 I have the Beretta m9a4 centurion and that reset is just as short as sig p226 legion. Walther ppq with apex trigger is awesome
Would love to see more on the Volquartsen or other .22 pistols. Might be a good (quiet) way to ramp back up in your shooting. Best wishes on the continued recovery!
You’re my go-to review on a gun I’m thinking of buying. Just bought a shadow 2 compact because of your review on it and I love that gun. You haven’t steered me wrong. Thank you for your work!
Isn’t it a great gun? I just swapped the grips for slightly wider ones and it runs like a dream.
@@AArpaiaM.D it really is. It’s my favorite gun to shoot for sure. I’ve only ever had striker fired guns before this. DA took me a bit to get used to but the thing shoots so smooth
Very enjoyable video. Thank you for sharing sentimental memories of your dad. I hope he's very proud of you. Please keep up the good work.
If I could only keep 5
Mine tx22 compact for plink
Ruger max 380 for pocket
Hellcat rdp for micro 9
G19 for edc
And m&p 2.0 10mm for woods gun
But I love all my guns
Got 5 g19 with different setups from stock,ported and comp. 😊. Thanks for the awesome vids outlaw
Ruger SR22
Ruger LCP Max
Shield Plus
M&P 2.0 Compact 9
G20
Great list, great reasons. Glad you are healing up😎
Please have Mrs. Outlaw make beeper sounds more often, I love that shit so much, she does such a great job.
My first hand gun is a 1911 not comparable to your Wilson combat, but my kimber stainless custom II in 45 acp has been absolutely reliable and it is my bed side, answer the door hand gun!!
#5 S&W 659
#4 S&W 3913
#3 Ruger GP100
#2 Sig P220 and P226 from Germany
#1 Marlin 22lr rifle. First firearm I ever had, bought for me on Christmas by my dad.
The Marlin60 22lr was my first rifle. Love it!
Surprised to see any old school S&W's on someone's list but I understand. Recently purchased a 6904 to round out my Wonder 9 collection. Only got it for the collection purpose so I was incredibly surprised when I shot it and genuinely really enjoyed it. Grip ergonomics are dated and slide mounted safeties are awful(so I milled mine flush), but it shot great. Did not expect it's single action pull and reset to be the best of all my DA/SA guns. I actually carry it sometimes even.
The Marlin Model 60 was a gift on my 16th birthday in 1971. It has the squirrels on the stock and was my first gun and squirrel gun for many years. I have a Weaver Marksman 4X scope on it.
Glad to know I have 2 of the 5 you mentioned:
#1 Wilson Combat 1911 .45
#2 CZ Shadow 2 9mm
#3 Dan Wesson Bruin 10mm
#4 Colt Python 6" .357
#5 Ruger 22/45 Lite .22
That’s the best list I have read so far
To me, it would be:
1. SIG P365 (general purpose and carry)
2. Glock 19 (any G19 clone works. Most aftermarket, reliable, mags are everywhere)
3. Browning Hi-Power (Extremely reliable, gorgeous, my favorite pistol)
4. Taurus 692 (revolvers are always important to have in the collection, and the 692 can shoot 4 calibers by only changing the cylinder)
5. Taurus TX22 Compact (best 22 pistol in the market imo)
Bonus: SIG P226 or CZ-75 (rugged, reliable, two of the best DA SA pistols ever made)
Excellent video. Pray you keep making progress with your ear treatments. No order from my collection besides #1.
1. HK USP
2. CZ P07
3. S&W Shield plus
4. S&W 2.0 metal floyds custom slide
5. Stealth arms platypus
I love my HK USP, even though it’s outdated in every way to modern pistols.
@@Brad-ic4bp Bombproof reliability never goes out of date.
Mrs. Outlaw's 'beep' just cracks me up😆
Good on you for your Dad. My Dad also used a 1911! Had a few marksman medals from the service. I hope they meet in Heaven.
1. Walther P99 (my first full size)
2. HK P30 with the Langdon Tactical Trigger group
3. Sig P365, Xl, macro
4. CZ 75 Phantom
5. Walther PDP
great list man and I love all the firearms that you mentioned (especially the Walther P99 and PDP). How is the HK P30 with the Langdon trigger group? I don't know anyone who actually has one and always wanted to try it.
This IS my #1 channel. Thanks Chris, local Des Moines fan!
If only I owned 5 handguns 😂😂
More or less? :)
🤣🤣🤣
According to the ATF I only have 5.
@@sertank735🤣
Could make it six or seven or eight or nine or 10
Glad to hear your hearing continues to get better and pray it fully heals soon!
Honest outlaw not only shoots straight he cuts grass straight, WOW!
I have only been acquainted with a dozen or so guns. I've enjoyed them all from single shot 22cal rifle to M16 to M60 to magnum wheel guns. My favorite of all is a warm gun.
Currently I am learning how to love my M&P 2.0 compact with baldr s and Holosun SCS. At 60yo I am moving from iron sights and going back to EDC, something I haven't done for 35yrs when I carried money for church deposits.
Pray for Nov 2024.
First time commenter, been watching for awhile though. I love the channel, the guns and your easy going demeanor man. You definitely saved me from a few purchase errors. Thanks, and keep sneaking in the jokes!
Another great video, really like that you mentioned the optics you run, would like to see you do an optics video for AR again if your opinion has changed since the last one
Top 5 handguns, no revolvers...
1: Shadow Systems MR920 Combat OR
2: Sig P320 Compact
3: M&P Shield Plus OR
4: Ruger LCP Max
5: Dan Wesson ECO 9mm
Honorable Mention: CZ P10c
Revolver: Dad's 1956 Ruger Blackhawk
Mr920 w an RMR is my daily carry and go to. I applaud your list
Out of those the Shield series is an really good value and practical.
#5-Springfield TRP Operator 6" 10mm
#4-S&W M&P CORE custom 9mm
#3-Robar Custom G20
#2-Sig P226 Emperor Scorpion
#1-CZ 75 BD 9mm
Chris, you rock!
I appreciate the information, but really loved him showing his dad. Good stuff.
Of what I own .
1 . Staccato P
2. Cz ts2
3. Staccato c2
4. Dan Wesson guardian
5 Magnum research 1911 with extensive work by nighthawk customer.
Honorable mention cz s2c and beretta centurion by Wilson combat.
Mate I know the feeling with the 1911. I have owned a fair few handguns (all 357 and smaller sadly due to Australian laws) and had the opportunity to pick up a 1911 for very cheap at Christmas from a mate who had to liquidate his collection in a hurry. It is something special to shoot. I love my 586 and cz but this 1911 really makes me happy.
Sorry to hear about your ear issues, best of luck with your recovery!
No order
-S&W 686+ 6in
-Glock 19
-S&W Model 29
-Stacatto P2
-S&W Shield Plus
1. Glock 26 gen3
2. Glock 17 gen4
3. Ruger LCR .38spl
4. S&W 686+ 2.5" .357mag
5. Glock 42 .380acp
Large, Medium and Small Pistol, small revolver and larger Revolver.
If I could pick a 6th one, probably Walther p22.
Thank you for the nice Video.
For me the 26 with 10+2 OEM Magazine ist nowhere near being subcompact. More of a medium to me.
America! Did you know that every time a 1911 is fired, a bald eagle is born? Totally true.
❤ it 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Do you know that America is an entire continent and not just the United States?
@@luksuto Aw man….one of these. Shut TF up.
@@luksuto Did you know that it is actually TWO CONTINENTS? They are divided into north and south…..just FYI.
No less true than anything the democrats say about thier knowledge ON guns. ❤️🤍💙
I hear you about your dad. Whenever I watch Clint Eastwood movies especially his westerns it feels like my dad is sitting right next to me! Great list man 🤙🏼
Glad your doing better blowing an ear drum is not fun and I agree 100% on the 1911 love
My favorite carry gun is my S&W M&P Sheld Plus. I also recently bought a Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS. It's got a Holosun red dot sight on it and I love it. I have a few 1911's. Springfield Armory MC Operator, which I love, Rock Island Armory 1911 in 45 ACP in FDE. And a RIA 1911 in 9MM. All great guns and lots of fun to shoot. And one Staccato C2. Congratulations on the acquisition of the Wilson Combat CQB. New or used, they're great guns. Wish I had one.
No. 1: Beretta PX4 compact 9 mm; No. 2: Beretta 92X compact 9 mm; No. 3: Ruger EC9s 9 mm; No. 4: Bersa Thunder Plus .380; No. 5: Kel-Tec P3AT .380 (Honorable mention: Ruger LCP II and LCP Max .380; Beretta 3032 Tomcat .32 ACP. Mostly, I carry the Kel-Tec and the EC9s, because I live in Texas, where one needs to dress light. Both are reliable and stupid accurate in my hands.
Beretta PX4 Storm is also an under rated series! It's a great option, almost on my list
the ones no one talks about besides kahr
Thanks for the video, prayers that your ear heals sooner than expected. 68 yo retired Seabee here and I shoot once aa week with a variety of hand guns. It was cool to see a 1911 as your favorite, it is my favorite platform. The po-7, m&p shield plus pc and shadow were also cool pics in the top 7, love them all.
My 5
5. Hk Usp .45
4. 327 Performance center
3. 43x mos (for ccw)
2. Les Baer SRP
1. Springfield Professional railed
Brother, keep up the good work. God bless!
#5. Walther Q4 SF Steel, 9mm. #4. H&K: P30L, 9mm. #3. CZ SHADOW 2 9mm. #2. Wilson Combat CQB Elite 1911, 45 ACP. #1. Wilson Combat SXF9 9mm. Honorable Mentions: Magnum Research: 1911 10mm, Beretta 92FS, CZ 75B Omega and CZ PO7.
Good options
1) Para P-14 .45
2) Browning Hi-Power
3) Colt Combat Commander .38 Super /9mm barrel and Colt .22 conversion unit
4) Walther P88
5) Colt Woodsman Match Target
Honorable mention : Walther P5 Compact 9mm
Colt 1903 Hammerless .32 acp
Thanks for all you do.
5. Ruger Mark IV 22/45 - .22 target pistol
4. Taurus Raging Bull .454 - revolver
3. S&W Equalizer - concealed carry
2. Beretta 92FS - full size 9mm
1. Remington R1 Carry 1911 - first gun I ever bought
Your #1 is pick and story behind it is fantastic.
I will give my two carry guns; Compact is a Shield Plus, not a performance center though, Springfield XD Service for my full-size carry. I am looking to get something to mount an optic on, I am thinking the Springfield Echelon. The debate is between the Echelon and an M&P 2.0 Performance Center. Leaning towards the Echelon because for whatever reason I have been doing really well with my Springfield. Who knew? I am not saying that Smith is not as good, it is just that it seems easier to shoot well with the Springfields I have used. I enjoy your content and respect your opinions. Thank you for what you do.
honestly you make it look easy no matter what youre shooting. i aspire to be that way. Really appreciate the consistent quality content.
I've been through a LOT of guns the past few years. Maybe 20-30k worth. In no particular order my top 5 forever (barring AR pistols of course) are:
-Glock 19 (completely stock any gen)
-Walther PDP Pro SD Compact (set up a particular way, eps, pmm comp, ZR tactical Guide rod, 14# uncaptured recoil spring, Modlite OKW)
-Alchemy Custom Weaponry Quantico Hicap with SRO and full DLC (the king of 2011s. Most accurate, most reliable, most tastefully manufactured. Beat out my Athena, Legion Precision, nighthawk and Lonestar Custom to make this list)
-M & P Shield Plus w/ Night Sights ($200-$300 secondhand)
-Staccato C2 Limited w/ extra bull barrel (comes with dawson comp and Leupold DPP, paid $500 extra for a DLC bull barrel for CC)
I could go my whole life with just these five pistols and be happy. Would not desire to own any other firearms even. Of course I DO, so the honorable mention is the Tippmann Arms M4-22 elite micro bugout in 22lr. Reliable, amazing mags, accurate, no recoil, fast, and above all SMALL.
I really like how you can appreciate a good gun for a good gun and not be overly brand biased or blind to their success or failures.
1. Staccato P 2. CZ P01 3. SIG P365 4. CZ SP01 5. The UGLY Gen 3 Glock 19! Awesome video! KEEP ON ROCKING! I hope you get a 100% Recovery soon!
Right on. Great list! Thanks for sharing.
#5 Taurus G3C on MCK and open
#4 Glock 17 on MCK
#3 S&W Shield single stack with 10 + 1 extended magazine
#2 APX Beretta Centurion with 17 + 1 extended magazine EDC part timer 😊
#1 S&W Shield Plus EDC with 15 + 1 extended magazine ❤ , thanks for the opportunity and very informative video !🎉❤🎉😊
Who makes a 10 round mag for the Shield? I have the ETS 12 round one but only used it for ball/round nose ammo thus far.
@@filippocorti6760 Pro Mag it’s a single stack not for the Shield Plus
@@jorgealas4711 The ETS is single stack as well. Is the Pro Mag reliable with ammo other than round nose/ball?
@@filippocorti6760 I had shot jacketed hollow points on my shield with the pro mag . And no problem .
Hello Chris, thanks for the awesome videos like usual. Just wanted to let you know youre the reason I got very heavily into guns the last few years. Keep up the good work !!.
I'm a pistol shooting wannabe. I wish I could shoot a pistol like you for sure. I have never been that good with pistols probably because I just don't give them enough time. I am more of a rifle guy and am pretty good with them. I don't own a 1911 but have had them in my hand on many occasions and they feel awesome. I have small hands and the CZ Shadow 2 compact feels great. I may pull the trigger and get one soon. I think I might like the Wilson Combat SF9 also.
$1,200 is not "super affordable"., for what you get. It's possibly "a bargain " for what you get. Id argue, a G3C IS super affordable for what you get. Choosing words carefully, matters.
Thanks! Great info. Utility is king.
My personal top 5 are:
1) CZ Shadow 2
2) CZ P-10C
3) CZ P-01
4) CANIK TP9SA
5) (to be determined)
Great review 2 pistols I love out of that S&W shield plus and the 1911 Thanks Chris !
92F, hi-power, Colt commander, m&p plus, and Rhino 2" and sneak a cz 75b
This was really good, thanks . Talk about really liking the 45 auto ! I did three combat tours with them in the 60's . I actually owe my life to having that weapon . Actually saved me more than once there . When l returned home l joined our police department and back then we could Carey whatever we wanted . I had a Jim Clark very smooth 45. He was a famous gunsmith around here in the Shreveport , La. area .People bought his custom 45's from all over the country . I don't think l will go for a 10mm because l know what the .45 can do . Take care and keep sending out those very good programs . Yours, Rick Bicknell
If I could only have 1 gun it would be the gen 5 glock 20. The 10mm cartridge is so versatile. If however it could only be a 9mm my gun would be the Walther PDP
This is really hard !!!
1. FN 509c- my edc/1st gun/always goes bang
2. Watchtower Apache - impress the in-laws
3. Cz shadow 2- because of you!!!
4. Canik rival/walther pdp- struggling to choose one
5. Dessert eagle 50ae - makes me feel cool
Honorable mention
1. Staccato c- aaaaaamericaaa!!!
2. Volquartson black mamba- makes 22lr cool again
Prayers brother!! ❤️
.22LR has always been cool. The only people who think otherwise have an ammunition sponsor or don't shoot nearly as much as they claim they do. In terms of bang per buck, you get about 3.5x the number of bangs, and that matters to people who do honest work.
1. Shadow 2 Compact (Winter Carry / Favorite Handgun)
2. Shadow 2 (Competition and 22lr Kadet Kit)
3. Sig P938 (Summer / Lightweight Daily Carry)
4. FK Brno 7.5 PSD (Czech Guns Are Cool)
5. Laugo Alien Gen 2 (Czech Guns Are Cool)
The FK Brno is an awesome pistol
5) Ruger Standard .22 Red Eagle ($37.50 in 1950)
4) S&W MP/PD 340
3) Colt 1859 Navy revolver... .36 cal. (still functions)
2) Sig 938 Legion
1) CZ S2 Compact
Fav is the standard Ruger .22...my dad bought it. Can remember shooting targets a 7yrs old. Priceless. The Colt came via the Oregon trail, great great granddads pea shooter. Priceless
#5 Springfield SA35
#4 S&W 686 plus TALO
#3 All of my p220 series legions
#2 CZ Shadow II Target
#1 Dan Wesson Guardian 38 Super Commander.
Honorable mentions. Sig 229 Elite 357 Sig, Springfield TRP 10mm 1911. S&W model 29. FN 510.
You're right, this is hard, because I have a feeling with a few more rounds through my Kimber KDS9C it will move up to at least honorable mention.
Love the 38 super, wish it were more popular
Long live the 1911! Great review and list. Thanks for posting. My list of 5 are CZs, Colts, and a Remington.
Got my hands ona Sig DHR3 (I think that’s what it’s called) and it was honestly phenomenal. I can’t make a my Top 5 Picks cause I’m too indecisive. Love your videos👍🏼
Always awesome & informative to watch; love you guys so much.
HO that Wilson is slick looking for sure! Please more 1911/2011 stuff.
Great list!
5-Color Case Hardened GI-1911
4-Ruger Single Six (Bisley style)
3-Tisas Raider .45
2-Taurus TX22(against all odds but mine is stupid accurate and I’ve ditched all my other 22 pistols due to this one’s performance being that darn good)
1-Sig Sauer P365XL
Nice guns. We are similar in only one aspect. The 1911. Mine is the Colt Combat Commander blue finish .45acp. Next up is my Ruger MKIII with threaded barrel. Followed by the Smith and Wesson 617 .22lr. Then my Sig P226R and Finally my Smith and Wesson 586 6". As an aside, if I could have a sixth, it would be my Gen 3 Glock 19.
A friend of mine has a 617 he has let me shoot a few times. It's a sweet, sweet gun. 👍
The Volq Scorpion is a MkIII, but built to higher specifications. And I think they all have threaded barrels, and most of them come with compensators installed already, too. The Black Mamba is their MkIV.
Great watching all your videos and hope your ear heals up very soon.
I had the P07 and liked it pretty well, but it did not fit my small hands. If there was a version with a smaller grip I'd jump at it. Another reason I sold it was that my wife had a lot of trouble racking the slide. I opted for a S&W Equalizer. I don't really care for the grip safety but it suites my wife just fine.
Just took some new shooters to the range with the p07. One of my buddies struggled with the controls on it like crazy. There is a smaller version of the cz75 called the 2075 rami if you are interested in that.
I only have 2 handguns! CZ P09 - HKVP9 I really love these 2 pistols & we're purchased from listening to your channel. Thanks
Read that as only 5 guns period. I was thinking Glock 19 or 17, 1911, AR-15, GOOD semiautomatic or pump 12 gauge, and then last one would be shooter's choice. for me, probably a pocket pistol or revolver for deep concealment / basketball shorts weather. Maybe that LCR in 22, 10 shots of 22 in a revolver is pretty sweet. Plus it's cheap to train with, which is good for something like that since you really need to train when it comes to those heavy double action triggers.
I agree with you Chris. Nothing like a classic look and feel of a 1911 in the hand. 👍
I wish I could afford 5 handguns. 😢
Caro amigo. Não sei se você é brasileiro ou norte americano. Mas 5 armas (pistolas) no BR custam o 25 salários mínimos. (Algo próximo de 2 anos trabalhando como atendente em uma rede de fast food) Armas no Brasil são extremamente caras.
My ideal list would probably be:
1. CZ P-01,
2. S&W M&P Shield Plus,
3. M&P 2.0 compact,
4. 1911 45acp (classic)
5. A 22lr... im still unsure but possibly Ruger SR22
So hard to choose after i got thinking about it! Honorary mentions for the M&P 2.0 full size and CZ SP-01 and PX4 Storm for 40 or 9mm...
Personal Picks: Glock 34 Gen-5, Korth 8-Shot .357 Magnum 4", FN SCAR 17S, Benelli M4, CDX-50 Tremor.
Some of my best memories of my father was us shooting and our turkey hunting trips. Never forget.
I unfortunately only have 1 atm. My P229 Legion with procut slide and Holosun SCS320
But I know the next 4. A Stealth Arms Platypus, X-5 P226 Legion, P365 Legion, CZ Shadow 2 and a Daniel Defense Hudson. Probably the P365 next because I need something smaller than the 229 for summer carry. And for me it shot like a champ same as the Hudson.
It seems like you're willing to spend a little more to get something a little better. You might want to look into legoing together your own P365.
Do a web search for Parker Mountain Machine and Icarus Precision. PMM makes excellent barrel-compensator combo packages and Icarus makes awesome grip modules. Maybe throw in a custom slide if you're feeling like a baller.
If you're interested in learning more about custom P365 builds, you might want to check out Skips Gunz channel here on youtube. Outlaw has mentioned him once or twice on this channel. He does good trigger work, so he's someone to keep in mind to order the FCU+trigger from, or perhaps put together the whole thing for you. And I know I sound like an advertisement, but I'm really just a very satisfied customer. lol
1 echelon 2 hellcat pro 3 rock island double stack 10mm 1911 4 emissary in 45acp 5 cz shadow 2 compact. Did cz discontinue the p07?
No.
Shield Plus, P10C. P10s ,P01, Stacatto C2. Love CZ, shot my first Staccato and absolutely love it more