I think 1911's are for serious gun people who are really into them. Nothing wrong with the Glock as a duty gun. Glocks are much easier to maintain than a 1911 and do not require a more greater understanding of the design than the 1911.
Um, I believe many soldiers both basic and elite delta had much success w the 1911 for business vs fun. Also champion shooters dont usual sport glocks but do 1911s. Maintaining a 1911 is not much work and only has a few parts to take apart, so if that's too hard maybe a glock is for you. Glocks are fine guns, but ugly as hell, trigger is crap and the grip is to, plus all plastic guns are in my opinion cheap looking and feeling like my son's toy guns. Glocks are good for newbies who dont understand you need specific magazines and they are a little snappy due to their weight and size. I might buy one down the line but my Springfield 1911 fires like a champ.
I decided to buy my first pistol this year and was torn between the 1911, M9 berreta or a glock 17. Ended up going with a kimber TLE 1911. It was hard to clean at first but im so glad I went with the 1911. The feel is unmatched the steel looks amazing and the history...🇺🇲
They(1911s) are definitely my favorite handguns, and Kimber is amazing, especially for the price. My Glock recommendation in this video mostly refers to a wear and tear/low maintenance pistol. We use our glocks in very rough environments 30 - 40 days a year. They stay wet for days, get holstered with mud on them, broken down and put into backpacks in pieces, etc. I would never treat my 1911s like that ha. Glock is just so darn reliable and tough that it has to be my #1 for active use in the field while hunting and staying in remote areas.
@@UnprofessionalOutdoors I carry my S&W 1911 every whereand in any weather condition. It is a tool, it looks good, but I didn't just buy it for it's looks, I bought it for self defense. It has a scandium frame, so it weighs about the same as a Glock 19 when it is unloaded (28 ounces), all the steel parts are stainless steel, so no rust worries. It shoots anything I feed it, even steel cased rounds. It has an ambi safety, flared mag well and it's accurate. It went on a week long deep sea fishing vacation, got soaked in salt water the firsttwo days and all I did was rinse it thoroughly in fresh water at the end of each day. It functioned perfectly when I got home. I stripped it down and cleaned it after shooting it. That was10 years ago and it's still going strong. As for round count, it might not carry as many rounds as a Glock, but then again, the rounds are twice the size. To me, accuracy with your rounds is more important than throwing rounds down range and hoping you hit something vital. As for the Glock safety, I agree with you there, they need a manual safety. The gun with the most accidental discharges is the Glock and because of their popularity with people who have little to no training, they are also responsible for the most accidental deaths. More kids have died from finding their parents Glock and accidentally shooting theirselves or others because all they have to do is pull the trigger by accident. If you want a striker fired handgun for your first gun, get a S&W M&P or Springfield XD, you can get a manual safety with those
Why is your new carry? Because of the size and lighter weight. I'm just curious as I have a 1911 but might consider a 9mm gun down the line. Just curious why you dont carry 1911 anymore
@@user-bj1mx2ip1c Weight is a big factor. I also don't want to upgrade my irons on the 1911, and the Glock has aftermarket day/night sights that are pretty sweet. The ability to carry 17 rounds over 7-8 per mag is what finally sold me (although 9mm vs .45).
You are correct. I bought a G19 for my first gun because I was a novice and I wanted something easy to operate and maintain for my concealed carry. After shooting and cleaning it so much I got more confident to venture off to different platforms and I bought a 1911A1 and a AR. Got familiar with all of those and it grew into a fun hobby. Working on getting a revolver now. I'm a lot more confident with working with guns over the years so I don't mind the challenge of buying new guns.
Do you know how to take down a 1911 properly do you know how to use a firearm properly. If you are buying a firearm whether it be first time or not you want an accurate firearm which glocks are. But a 1911 is so much better. If you are scared to use it then why did you buy it? Not a very accurate video as to which one you should go with.
Yeah I see many videos where 1911 owners say I'm too afraid to dirty or use it up....well maybe that's why you prefer the glock....if youbtreated the 1911 the same maybe you would prefer it as your main gun for carry.
@@user-bj1mx2ip1c I think a lot of that comes from some of the high prices that 1911s can cost. I do own a 700 dollar 1911 (never had a problem) and I don’t have any second thoughts to take it to the range and dump 700 rounds through it every few weeks. Now if i did own a 3000 dollar 1911 I would be thinking twice about doing that because I wouldn’t wanna gunk up the finish. That is what I would use as a “safe queen” lol
@@connerp6369 I dont understand why someone would buy a High Price gun to keep in a safe or to just show someone??? I get only using it for competitions if your into that, but what a waste of money
If you have no idea which gun you want then it’s better to buy a plastic striker as a first gun. You will understand how much you need a handgun If you like shooting and carrying handguns then try 1911 or 2011… 1911 is way more complicated platform and more expensive handgun. If you like to own a real nice handgun then 1911 is your choice. I am not a super big fan of 1911s I just owe a dozen… just a fan
But think about it, if you were going into shtf battle I'd rather have a 1911 .45 with 10 round mags over a Glock. The thing just shoots... Accurate...
I'm entirely a 1911 person. With that said though, no way do I think it should be a first gun purchase for those who are not familiar with it. For those who have shot it plenty of times and understand the disassembly and critical points of lubrication, then yes by all means nothing wrong with purchasing a 1911 first. I would suggest though not going overboard price wise and start more with a budget friendly 1911 such as a Springfield Armory mil spec. If it's entirely a first gun purchase and user has zero 1911 experience. In my opinion, the 1911 is not the option to go with. Other options such as Glock, Walther, HK, and CZ are more appropriate.
@@UnprofessionalOutdoors CZ is really nice! I purchased a CZ 75B matte stainless in 2018. Really enjoy that pistol. Well made, accurate, and is a soft shooting 9mm.
Even tho in my country holding handguns is illegal (.22 for sporting competition only exception or you're in the Northern part points to whoever can guess the country) I own airsoft gas blow back replicas. I've had berreta m9, glock 18c and 1911. so far glock fits me best for ergonomics as a left hander and it just feels utilitarian more than the others I wish glocks came with a g18 selector but only semi and safe for civ sale in murica or just a neutered 18 slide because the extra safety on top of the trigger safety just feels better to me. But hands down I'd take glock over any of them because there's no end to what you can do to them out of the box with modifications and styling and they'll still look great even after fucking it around in course gravel.
So… I’m as stubborn as a mule, and no matter how much advice I’ve seen to not get a 1911 as my first weapon I did not listen, but to be fair I do not regret my purchase one bit haha.
honestly for my first pistol I would buy a CZ P07. It is cheaper than the glock, has a better trigger, also a double/single action gun, just as reliable as the glock and doesn't make you vommit when you look at it.
Currently back n forth on a zig pc1911 duty and a glock 19x love both platforms but as a first handgun to own and for conceal im leaning towards the 19x
As far as torture tests go, Glock is the winner all day long, no question. If you want something that can undergo harsh conditions get the Glock. 1911s can’t compete with glocks in this category.
First time buyer here, it is a tough decision, right now I can't decide if I should buy a Taurus 1911 .45ACP or a Walther PDP Full Size 5" in 9mm. Personally I like the 1911 more but the PDP seems to be the more reasonable option. Glock are very good handguns, the Glock Factory in Ferlach (Austria) is just a few miles away from my hometown but I don't like the look of a Glock, I can't help it ;)
Indeed glocks do look off putting. Just my two cents : the walther is awesome, I own many Walthers, but you will probably like a 1911 more. Can’t lose either way though, both great guns.
Got my first gun which was a smith and Wesson 1911 in 1999….I still have it today. I’ve now collected several more. Still carry a 1911 now for CCW sometimes and as a duty pistol regularly. I only own one Glock.
Opening statement is so true I want the 1911 but I know the Glock is a better first firearm for first firearm but still want the 1911 badly just cuz I love it!
Great video, Sadly firearm is banned here in my country🙁 Hopefully I'll get to own and shot a gun someday I like the beretta more than these two btw but I don't know about the perfomance since I never shot a gun
I owned a extremely good m9 airsoft gbb and they're pretty nice to handle but they do like getting dirt in weird places but they disassemble like a 1911 without having to take off the front of the slide.
@@tdkyt46 I have a battery operated M4 and a springer glock 18, but still can't bring it outside because toy gun that replicate the real gun is banned too
To me this is like comparing a brick to a longsword. The glock will do the but my first pistol was a kimber 1911 and i would rather sand paper my sack then own a glock .
I also thought that about Glock until the gen 5's came out. Purchased a couple of the first variant of the gen 5 model 19. Very pleased with it. The gen 5's are worth taking a look at.
Lol if your buying your first gun don't buy the glock they break they have plastic frames 1911 don't they are made right un like the glock the glock is still a good pistol but they don't last very long because of that polymer frame
Really appreciate the muffled shots in the video. Super underrated and most UA-camrs dont muffle anything. Sometimes I want to watch a gun video without scaring my housemates
You nailed right at the beginning.
Why bother when you can have them both?
Jokes aside, 1911 is for fun, 17's for duty.
That’s a great way to put it.
I think 1911's are for serious gun people who are really into them. Nothing wrong with the Glock as a duty gun. Glocks are much easier to maintain than a 1911 and do not require a more greater understanding of the design than the 1911.
@Murdered5.2 Ram Can you do a ruger 10/22, or .357 snub nose revolver?
@Murdered5.2 Ram good stuff man
Um, I believe many soldiers both basic and elite delta had much success w the 1911 for business vs fun. Also champion shooters dont usual sport glocks but do 1911s. Maintaining a 1911 is not much work and only has a few parts to take apart, so if that's too hard maybe a glock is for you. Glocks are fine guns, but ugly as hell, trigger is crap and the grip is to, plus all plastic guns are in my opinion cheap looking and feeling like my son's toy guns. Glocks are good for newbies who dont understand you need specific magazines and they are a little snappy due to their weight and size. I might buy one down the line but my Springfield 1911 fires like a champ.
I decided to buy my first pistol this year and was torn between the 1911, M9 berreta or a glock 17. Ended up going with a kimber TLE 1911. It was hard to clean at first but im so glad I went with the 1911. The feel is unmatched the steel looks amazing and the history...🇺🇲
They(1911s) are definitely my favorite handguns, and Kimber is amazing, especially for the price. My Glock recommendation in this video mostly refers to a wear and tear/low maintenance pistol. We use our glocks in very rough environments 30 - 40 days a year. They stay wet for days, get holstered with mud on them, broken down and put into backpacks in pieces, etc. I would never treat my 1911s like that ha. Glock is just so darn reliable and tough that it has to be my #1 for active use in the field while hunting and staying in remote areas.
@@UnprofessionalOutdoors I carry my S&W 1911 every whereand in any weather condition. It is a tool, it looks good, but I didn't just buy it for it's looks, I bought it for self defense. It has a scandium frame, so it weighs about the same as a Glock 19 when it is unloaded (28 ounces), all the steel parts are stainless steel, so no rust worries. It shoots anything I feed it, even steel cased rounds. It has an ambi safety, flared mag well and it's accurate. It went on a week long deep sea fishing vacation, got soaked in salt water the firsttwo days and all I did was rinse it thoroughly in fresh water at the end of each day. It functioned perfectly when I got home. I stripped it down and cleaned it after shooting it. That was10 years ago and it's still going strong. As for round count, it might not carry as many rounds as a Glock, but then again, the rounds are twice the size. To me, accuracy with your rounds is more important than throwing rounds down range and hoping you hit something vital. As for the Glock safety, I agree with you there, they need a manual safety. The gun with the most accidental discharges is the Glock and because of their popularity with people who have little to no training, they are also responsible for the most accidental deaths. More kids have died from finding their parents Glock and accidentally shooting theirselves or others because all they have to do is pull the trigger by accident. If you want a striker fired handgun for your first gun, get a S&W M&P or Springfield XD, you can get a manual safety with those
@@chuckjones4343 couldn't agree more. My springfield 1911 fire anything I shove in it. Very reliable.
I got a 1911 first, and I love it! When I got my first glock though, it became my new daily carry.
Why is your new carry? Because of the size and lighter weight. I'm just curious as I have a 1911 but might consider a 9mm gun down the line. Just curious why you dont carry 1911 anymore
@@user-bj1mx2ip1c Weight is a big factor. I also don't want to upgrade my irons on the 1911, and the Glock has aftermarket day/night sights that are pretty sweet. The ability to carry 17 rounds over 7-8 per mag is what finally sold me (although 9mm vs .45).
@@nathanielpatterson6963 In CT we are only allowed 10 round mag limit after the Sandy Hook incident. So I just said might go for the bigger caliber.
You are correct. I bought a G19 for my first gun because I was a novice and I wanted something easy to operate and maintain for my concealed carry. After shooting and cleaning it so much I got more confident to venture off to different platforms and I bought a 1911A1 and a AR. Got familiar with all of those and it grew into a fun hobby. Working on getting a revolver now. I'm a lot more confident with working with guns over the years so I don't mind the challenge of buying new guns.
First Handgun: Glock. Second Handgun: Dan Wesson 1911
Just took a good look at Dan Wesson. Blown away. Have decided I must own a Bruin or a Kodak.
Do you know how to take down a 1911 properly do you know how to use a firearm properly. If you are buying a firearm whether it be first time or not you want an accurate firearm which glocks are. But a 1911 is so much better. If you are scared to use it then why did you buy it? Not a very accurate video as to which one you should go with.
Yeah I see many videos where 1911 owners say I'm too afraid to dirty or use it up....well maybe that's why you prefer the glock....if youbtreated the 1911 the same maybe you would prefer it as your main gun for carry.
@@user-bj1mx2ip1c I think a lot of that comes from some of the high prices that 1911s can cost. I do own a 700 dollar 1911 (never had a problem) and I don’t have any second thoughts to take it to the range and dump 700 rounds through it every few weeks. Now if i did own a 3000 dollar 1911 I would be thinking twice about doing that because I wouldn’t wanna gunk up the finish. That is what I would use as a “safe queen” lol
@@connerp6369 I dont understand why someone would buy a High Price gun to keep in a safe or to just show someone??? I get only using it for competitions if your into that, but what a waste of money
@@user-bj1mx2ip1c I 100% agree with you.
If you have no idea which gun you want then it’s better to buy a plastic striker as a first gun. You will understand how much you need a handgun If you like shooting and carrying handguns then try 1911 or 2011… 1911 is way more complicated platform and more expensive handgun. If you like to own a real nice handgun then 1911 is your choice. I am not a super big fan of 1911s I just owe a dozen… just a fan
Very well put.
This is the video i was looking for. Finally
But think about it, if you were going into shtf battle I'd rather have a 1911 .45 with 10 round mags over a Glock. The thing just shoots... Accurate...
Nice review. All points are very true! Love the mouse pad comment lol
I love them haha
I'm entirely a 1911 person. With that said though, no way do I think it should be a first gun purchase for those who are not familiar with it. For those who have shot it plenty of times and understand the disassembly and critical points of lubrication, then yes by all means nothing wrong with purchasing a 1911 first. I would suggest though not going overboard price wise and start more with a budget friendly 1911 such as a Springfield Armory mil spec. If it's entirely a first gun purchase and user has zero 1911 experience. In my opinion, the 1911 is not the option to go with. Other options such as Glock, Walther, HK, and CZ are more appropriate.
Agreed on all points and well put. Looking at getting a CZ as well. People I know with those are really happy with them.
@@UnprofessionalOutdoors CZ is really nice! I purchased a CZ 75B matte stainless in 2018. Really enjoy that pistol. Well made, accurate, and is a soft shooting 9mm.
GLOCK ALL DAY!👍
My first handgun was a 1911
okay you convinced me. get a 1911 first purchase got it
Even tho in my country holding handguns is illegal (.22 for sporting competition only exception or you're in the Northern part points to whoever can guess the country)
I own airsoft gas blow back replicas. I've had berreta m9, glock 18c and 1911. so far glock fits me best for ergonomics as a left hander and it just feels utilitarian more than the others I wish glocks came with a g18 selector but only semi and safe for civ sale in murica or just a neutered 18 slide because the extra safety on top of the trigger safety just feels better to me. But hands down I'd take glock over any of them because there's no end to what you can do to them out of the box with modifications and styling and they'll still look great even after fucking it around in course gravel.
So… I’m as stubborn as a mule, and no matter how much advice I’ve seen to not get a 1911 as my first weapon I did not listen, but to be fair I do not regret my purchase one bit haha.
It really is hard to beat a 1911. They are so much more enjoyable to shoot.
As a 1911 guy I honestly agree.
A glock is like the working man's handgun
honestly for my first pistol I would buy a CZ P07. It is cheaper than the glock, has a better trigger, also a double/single action gun, just as reliable as the glock and doesn't make you vommit when you look at it.
Ha! Can’t argue with that. CZ is great.
Currently back n forth on a zig pc1911 duty and a glock 19x love both platforms but as a first handgun to own and for conceal im leaning towards the 19x
Can’t go wrong.
My first was a Glock 21 gen 2.
I wanted a glock for a long ass time but i seen the 1911 win alot of torture tests makes me rethink
As far as torture tests go, Glock is the winner all day long, no question. If you want something that can undergo harsh conditions get the Glock. 1911s can’t compete with glocks in this category.
My first gun was a Glock 34 9mm
I bought a Springfield EMP4 10 round. The break down is different and super easy.
Those are great firearms.
First time buyer here, it is a tough decision, right now I can't decide if I should buy a Taurus 1911 .45ACP or a Walther PDP Full Size 5" in 9mm.
Personally I like the 1911 more but the PDP seems to be the more reasonable option.
Glock are very good handguns, the Glock Factory in Ferlach (Austria) is just a few miles away from my hometown but I don't like the look of a Glock, I can't help it ;)
Indeed glocks do look off putting. Just my two cents : the walther is awesome, I own many Walthers, but you will probably like a 1911 more. Can’t lose either way though, both great guns.
I had one Glock and I dropped it from a tree stand and it broke also it was gifted to me so I didn’t buy it.A 1911 was my first handgun.
Got my first gun which was a smith and Wesson 1911 in 1999….I still have it today. I’ve now collected several more. Still carry a 1911 now for CCW sometimes and as a duty pistol regularly. I only own one Glock.
I ran my Glock 23 over with the car and still runs like a champ and own a Kimber 1911 as well
Haha, yeah. I’ve seen glocks put through quite a bit. They really are tanks. Maybe more of us actually run over them than I thought.
Just for the record my first handgun was a 1851 colt navy so I'm out of this argument
Ha! Lucky. Hope you still have it and never let it go.
Ok Clint Eastwood
Opening statement is so true I want the 1911 but I know the Glock is a better first firearm for first firearm but still want the 1911 badly just cuz I love it!
Great video,
Sadly firearm is banned here in my country🙁
Hopefully I'll get to own and shot a gun someday
I like the beretta more than these two btw but I don't know about the perfomance since I never shot a gun
Beretta makes great firearms. We own many and love them.
@@UnprofessionalOutdoors the Beretta m92fs is my favorite so far
But I love all guns anyway 🙂
I owned a extremely good m9 airsoft gbb and they're pretty nice to handle but they do like getting dirt in weird places but they disassemble like a 1911 without having to take off the front of the slide.
@@tdkyt46 I have a battery operated M4 and a springer glock 18, but still can't bring it outside because toy gun that replicate the real gun is banned too
1911s are nice but a glock is just superior way more capacity ,
To me this is like comparing a brick to a longsword. The glock will do the but my first pistol was a kimber 1911 and i would rather sand paper my sack then own a glock .
Lol awesome. “Brick to a long” sword I can get behind.
The Glock just makes more sense to me. Love the thing but I wish for a metal receiver or frame what some people call it
Glock for me
FYI Kimber has moved to Troy Alabama and I would never spend my money on a Glock
I also thought that about Glock until the gen 5's came out. Purchased a couple of the first variant of the gen 5 model 19. Very pleased with it. The gen 5's are worth taking a look at.
Lol if your buying your first gun don't buy the glock they break they have plastic frames 1911 don't they are made right un like the glock the glock is still a good pistol but they don't last very long because of that polymer frame
I'm honest.
Glock all day
Really appreciate the muffled shots in the video. Super underrated and most UA-camrs dont muffle anything. Sometimes I want to watch a gun video without scaring my housemates