Which one would you buy?

optimator · January 23 2022 11:01:19 AM MST

I'm looking for a 10mm woods carry gun to replace my G20. I know, I know, it's a good gun but I just hate Glocks. I still want a double stack, right now this is my list.

RIA 1911 ULTRA FS HC
M&P 4" NS
Witness Elite Match
IFG Defiant Stock I

I'd like to keep it at 1k or less, is there anything I'm missing?

The_Shadow · January 23 2022 02:15:24 PM MST

There is nothing wrong with the Glock 20, very reliable firearm...I do like the Elite Match and Stock series

optimator · January 23 2022 03:19:55 PM MST

Nope, nothing wrong with it. I just don't enjoy shooting Glocks.

challer61 · January 24 2022 04:33:31 AM MST

The problem most of the market gave up on double stack 10mm leaving it all to Glock. Love my p220/10 buts it?s the G40 in the woods. Am looking at the RIA HC inn10mm - 16 rounds. But I feels SA only is just as bad as striker fired.

blaster · January 24 2022 07:18:01 AM MST

I vote for the M&P or Witness.

sqlbullet · January 24 2022 08:33:01 AM MST

I want to love my RIA Ultra FS HC. I even spent a fair bit of labor re-contouring that magwell to make it carryable under a shirt. But it has never passed my 200 rounds without a stoppage test. My Para P16-10mm does, so it gets the nod when I want to carry a 1911. But...A day or two with that much weight in the holster makes me re-think my life choices.

The Elite Match is a solid gun and I can't remember the last time I had a stoppage. But, every single edge on that gun can be used to shave. Fine for the range, not great for carry. I would guess after a day or two I would also grow tired of the weight, but I never have gotten through two days before I decide the sharp edges are not fun.

The IFG Stock I has promise based on the pictures. But weight will once again be a big issue, and I gotta think that beaver tail will be bothersome too. Maybe the pictures just make it look big, but I am pretty sure with some trap wires an F-14 could land on it.

That leaves the M&P, which I have no experience with. However, in general poly framed guns are light enough to be carried and tend to be pretty reliable. On that list it is the gun I would have the most confidence I would be happy with for actual carry.

If you want a steel frame, don't over-look the plain old Witness. Mine is very good and gets the nod at least 10 days a month for EDC.

optimator · January 24 2022 08:12:53 PM MST

Thanks all, I appreciate the replies. I've decided to go with the M&P. I already have 6 of them. 5 in 9mm and one in 22. So I'm more than familiar with the platform. I also have a handful of CZ pistols, so the Witness is a damn close second. If I need warranty work down the road I'd prefer to deal with S&W.

gnappi · February 08 2022 04:30:40 AM MST

Quote from: optimator on January 23 2022 11:01:19 AM MST
I'm looking for a 10mm woods carry gun to replace my G20. I know, I know, it's a good gun but I just hate Glocks. I still want a double stack, right now this is my list.

RIA 1911 ULTRA FS HC
M&P 4" NS
Witness Elite Match
IFG Defiant Stock I

I'd like to keep it at 1k or less, is there anything I'm missing?

I have the RIA it's a well done 10 though I prefer my Witness Hunter it fits the hand better.

steve59 · March 03 2022 12:09:24 PM MST

Witness fan here.

TXCOONDOG · March 06 2022 04:12:41 PM MST

I have the RIA and it has been reliable, accurate, etc. However, it's heavy so chest holster works best.

I had the G20 and I had nothing but problems with it. I have the G40 MOS with a Delta Point Pro and it's been my go to for spot & stalk pistol in thick brush.

I also have a SF XD-M 4.6 and it's accurate, reliable, etc and it's my back up woods pistol.

M&P is my next buy, mainly because it's a 10mm and closes the gap between the XD and G40.

Cottonwood · March 08 2022 03:39:28 PM MST

Never had a problem with a G20 or the G20SF, they have always ran top notch.... and yes, I hate the Glock grip as well... they just run like tanks. ${$default_cool_smiley}$

DenStinett · March 08 2022 03:57:11 PM MST

A Tanfoglio P-Carry in 10mm would be a nice Carry option

SHOOT1SAM · March 14 2022 05:25:20 PM MDT

Doesn?t the XD Series come in a double-stack 10mm?

Sam

sqlbullet · March 15 2022 08:50:30 AM MDT

Quote from: SHOOT1SAM on March 14 2022 05:25:20 PM MDT
Doesn?t the XD Series come in a double-stack 10mm?

Sam

The OSP 3.8" is still on the website. The larger 4.5 and 5.2 variants have been dropped.

thequintessentialman · March 16 2022 09:21:05 PM MDT

If you're shopping RIA take a look at the Big Rock model 52000. 16+1 w/ a 6" barrel but it's heavy. Almost 4lbs loaded (weight does calm the recoil a bit.) The fiber optic sites, longer barrel, and rail makes it a little difficult finding a holster.

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