Owning multiple handguns in the same caliber?

[Riksors]

I used to own multiple caliber pistols.

When I started reloading, I consolidated it to only 3 calibers. 45acp, 9mm and 22lr. I prefer to have the same powder for both 45acp and 9mm (w 22lr as exception, I buy factory). Most with the same ergonomics, 3 different calibers.

Simplified approach.

 

[Just Ed]

Having handguns all in the same caliber is like being married to your kindergarten sweetheart for 60yrs.

She might be quite a looker though

 

[satx78247]

Don’t fret it good folk. I happen to own 5 different handguns in 9mm. I own the Glock 21 in 45 ACP but the rest are all 9mm. Just like the different weapons and styles that are offered and trust me there are plenty. The trusted Beretta 92 FS, Canik TP9SF and the one series elite sf from Canik as well as the Sar9 from Sarsilmaz and my trusty EDC Ruger EC9s which is a joy to shoot and no one even knows you have it on you. So there is no right or wrong in my humble opinion and if you want to buy 10 more in 9mm then go for it good folk.

Just Ed,

I personally believe that you should only ADD more calibers when you have a plentiful supply of ammo (or components for reloading) for the calibers that you already own.

For example, I'm in the process of buying a 3rd generation S&W in .40S&W to EDC when we move OCONUS (Our "current plan" is for 4-6 months a year.) where my .45ACP & 9x19mm handguns are UNLAWFUL for anyone but military personnel to possess.

yours, satx

 

[FireInTheWire]

I'm a 9mm guy. That's all I have... other than my 1911's of course.

 

[Rooster Cogburn]

Would anyone be willing to part with one of their multiples? Located in east tex, thx in advance!

 

[Jarine88]

When I first started my, uh, investments, I had planned for specific calibers. I’ve always wanted duplicates within each caliber for redundancy, but I also wanted multiple calibers. Once you have your second pistol in say 9mm, the next could be a 40 or 45. (Just examples).

 

[bbbass]

She might be quite a looker though

There's not a lot of that at age 65...

 

[cporfe]

I'm an "accumulator" of firearms, mostly handguns. I've got multiple guns in the same caliber, multiple "same" guns (who knows when parts might not be available) and "type" of gun (S&W K-frame) in multiple barrel lengths for the same cartridge. Guess I'm just a old fart with too much time on my hands.

 

[p230]

I'm an "accumulator" of firearms, mostly handguns. I've got multiple guns in the same caliber, multiple "same" guns (who knows when parts might not be available) and "type" of gun (S&W K-frame) in multiple barrel lengths for the same cartridge. Guess I'm just a old fart with too much time on my hands.

I may have missed it in the other posts but this is something to keep in mind. So people are shooters, some collectors and some self defense only. These are also not mutually exclusive. I "collect" a lot of different handguns/rifles. I would not pick my Romanian Tokarev as my EDC. I mean if its the only thing around it will do the job but I much prefer a SIG or Steyr. I have 2-3 EDC pistols and a couple home defense rifles that get the majority of the shooting I do. I then have probably 4-5 pistols that I use to evaluate ammo and mags in. Then it gets esoteric with stuff that I might shoot once every couple years. Bottom line do what works for you I don't think there is a "wrong" way to do it as long as you keep a good supply of ammo handy. What constitutes a "good" supply of ammo is a whole different post we would have to open up. Lets just say I have been able to keep shooting at a close to normal place and my coworkers who did not buy many months ago when I told them too have been whining.

 

[Carloswood72]

Owning multiple handguns in different calibres will always seem to me as a more viable option . Variety is the spice of life , they say

 

[TexasRedneck]

Owning multiple handguns in different calibres will always seem to me as a more viable option . Variety is the spice of life , they say

Except in a 1911....anything other than 45 ACP just seems silly - unless you're talkin' a 10mm.

 

[satx78247]

Texasredneck,

You don't like the 1911 in .38 SUPER or 9x23 WIN??

yours, satx

 

[jbrig]

I haven't been collecting for long but all I have is 9mm and I do love the caliber, but if there is one thing I have learned with ammo being harder to come by is that it won't hurt to have multiple calibers. I plan on expanding to other calibers soon.

 

[1911'S 4 Me]

Better hurry.

 

[jbrig]

Better hurry.

Definitely. The prices seem everything seem to go up every time I blink.

 

[tonelar]

yeah, nothing better than having a list of calibers to hunt around for... not for me

majority of my handguns are in just a few calibers

cowboy guns are a different story (almost all of mine are in .44 spl russian and magnum).

 

[ZX9RCAM]

No need to hunt, if ya already have it....

 

[Jreed6741]

I have multiple handguns of identical calibers with no reason. I just like the looks and function of the multiple designs

 

[James1979]

Just a curiosity question. Do you think think it's best to own multiple handguns in the same caliber or do you feel you should have several different caliber handguns in your collection? Do you feel there's a point where you have "too many" pistols in the same caliber? I know answers will vary, I just wanted to hear some different opinions.

 

[James1979]

Well, I own many handguns in 9mm. I own a couple Revos in .357. But for me it just makes life easier. However, I can see why diversifying one's tools can be helpful when ammo is in short supply.