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Thinking about a new handgun, but just can't figure out what I "need" next 
. Currently have 2 CZ's, a PCR 9mm compact, and a 97 BD .45 ACP, as well as a SIG P220R, also in .45 ACP. The PCR and SIG are my carry pieces, the 97 is a range toy and sometime nightstand gun, although the SIG is better as the latter due to having a rail for a WML. Have been toying with the idea of a DAO pistol lately, an H&K with a LEM trigger has been on my mind, I'm leaning toward the HK45 V7, but don't see a need for another .45. At the same time, I really don't need another 9 mm, the PCR is fine for both carry and range. Was quite serious last summer about getting my hands on a Ruger GP100, even put my SIG on consignment to help finance one, but the SIG didn't sell, which I've decided is a good thing, but no GP100. I'm already set up to load for 9mm and .45 ACP, not totally averse to adding another caliber/cartridge, but it is an argument in favor of either 9mm or .45 ACP.
So here's my problem. When I step back and ask myself what purpose a new gun would serve, I come up with nothing but entertainment. That's all well and good, but that same money would pay for a lot of ammo and/or loading components. A DA/SA revolver would at least have the advantage of being a good training tool for my DA work with my other pistols, but would otherwise most likely just be a range toy. Don't really have a use/need for a magnum anything, and the guns I already have don't get shot nearly as much as I'd like.
So I guess the real question is, do I get a new toy or do I spend the money on the guns I already have? Not just ammo, I just replaced the sights on my SIG as well as the front sight on the PCR. I think I want to put an adjustable rear on the 97, as well as doing some action work on the SIG, the trigger is pretty good, but it could be better, especially in DA. The other upside to focusing on the ones I already have is just that, focus. We all know the old saying, beware the man with only one gun... My last range trip, I took just my SIG, and although not my best session ever, it was still good, and focusing on just one gun was a bit of an eye opener. I think I'll continue with only one gun at a time, or maybe two, but the other will be a rifle. It's harder to focus on the individual nuances of grip and trigger press when you're switching guns around in a session, especially when they don't happen that often.
So it looks like I answered my own question, sorry this ran so long, and if you're still with me, thanks for "listening". Still happy to hear any thoughts on the subject, later.
Dave
. Currently have 2 CZ's, a PCR 9mm compact, and a 97 BD .45 ACP, as well as a SIG P220R, also in .45 ACP. The PCR and SIG are my carry pieces, the 97 is a range toy and sometime nightstand gun, although the SIG is better as the latter due to having a rail for a WML. Have been toying with the idea of a DAO pistol lately, an H&K with a LEM trigger has been on my mind, I'm leaning toward the HK45 V7, but don't see a need for another .45. At the same time, I really don't need another 9 mm, the PCR is fine for both carry and range. Was quite serious last summer about getting my hands on a Ruger GP100, even put my SIG on consignment to help finance one, but the SIG didn't sell, which I've decided is a good thing, but no GP100. I'm already set up to load for 9mm and .45 ACP, not totally averse to adding another caliber/cartridge, but it is an argument in favor of either 9mm or .45 ACP.So here's my problem. When I step back and ask myself what purpose a new gun would serve, I come up with nothing but entertainment. That's all well and good, but that same money would pay for a lot of ammo and/or loading components. A DA/SA revolver would at least have the advantage of being a good training tool for my DA work with my other pistols, but would otherwise most likely just be a range toy. Don't really have a use/need for a magnum anything, and the guns I already have don't get shot nearly as much as I'd like.
So I guess the real question is, do I get a new toy or do I spend the money on the guns I already have? Not just ammo, I just replaced the sights on my SIG as well as the front sight on the PCR. I think I want to put an adjustable rear on the 97, as well as doing some action work on the SIG, the trigger is pretty good, but it could be better, especially in DA. The other upside to focusing on the ones I already have is just that, focus. We all know the old saying, beware the man with only one gun... My last range trip, I took just my SIG, and although not my best session ever, it was still good, and focusing on just one gun was a bit of an eye opener. I think I'll continue with only one gun at a time, or maybe two, but the other will be a rifle. It's harder to focus on the individual nuances of grip and trigger press when you're switching guns around in a session, especially when they don't happen that often.
So it looks like I answered my own question, sorry this ran so long, and if you're still with me, thanks for "listening"
. Still happy to hear any thoughts on the subject, later.Dave
