Steel frame to polymer

[Paul2036]

From rifles to pistols, and all in between, I've always preferred steel frame, currently using a 5" 1911. So I went to the range and rented out a few of the popular ones, and found the Walther PDP and G19 somewhat tolerable shooting experiences. Does it take much time getting used to shooting with polymer frames? Has anyone gone back to steel after trying out polymer?

 

[no2gates]

It's definitely a different feel shooting plastic compared to steel. The muzzle flip with polymer guns is much greater and it's not as pleasant an experience.

 

[zackmars]

A metal frame makes for a nicer experience, but grip shape, grip texture, and operating system all matter.

I have no trouble going from steel, to aluminum, to polymer frame

 

[General Zod]

I've got both, I shoot both. No problems. I'll go from my 1911 to my SIG 2022 to my Ruger SR9 without any change in accuracy on the range. Each one feels exactly like what it's supposed to.

 

[Paul2036]

The plastics are cheap enough to try out, so will likely pick one up from this forum and resell if anything.


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[General Zod]

Doesn't look like you're going to like it. You've already decided.

 

[robertc1024]

I went on a rampage a few years ago - looking for only steel framed 9mm pistols. I kept all of them except for a - sort of steel CZ75. Then I got a Canik. The low bore axis makes them not have much muzzle flip. I love that gun.

 

[Paul2036]

Doesn't look like you're going to like it. You've already decided.

I’m going to give it a fair try. Heck, there must be a reason why millions love their blocks of plastic aka, glocks.

 

[Paul2036]

I went on a rampage a few years ago - looking for only steel framed 9mm pistols. I kept all of them except for a - sort of steel CZ75. Then I got a Canik. The low bore axis makes them not have much muzzle flip. I love that gun.

You mean, you don’t have spare change to fork out for a staccato c2?

 

[General Zod]

I’m going to give it a fair try. Heck, there must be a reason why millions love their blocks of plastic aka, glocks.

If you're used to a 1911, a Glock will feel extra icky. The grip angle's all wrong.

 

[Paul2036]

If you're used to a 1911, a Glock will feel extra icky. The grip angle's all wrong.

You're right, it does feel "icky". Now you got me second guessing, so will now have to do another trial

 

[Renegade]

It's definitely a different feel shooting plastic compared to steel. The muzzle flip with polymer guns is much greater and it's not as pleasant an experience.

I shoot both in competition. Steel is a little faster due to less muzzle flip.

 

[General Zod]

You're right, it does feel "icky". Now you got me second guessing, so will now have to do another trial

There's other brands of polymer pistols. That are shaped right...

 

[jrbfishn]

Try different polymer pistols and see what feels good to you. 1911s and Single Action just feel natural in my hand. And I shoot them well. But they are what I am used to. Most polymers, not so much.
At a Hicksville meetup I tried another member's Ruger LC9s Pro. The first polymer pistol that I shoot well without having to try, hard, to shoot. I bought one. Still the only polymer frame I own. And it is one of my daily caries.

Bottom line, borrow or rent as many as you can. See how they feel and how well you shoot them. Then buy the ones you like.

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[zackmars]

I’m going to give it a fair try. Heck, there must be a reason why millions love their blocks of plastic aka, glocks.

Of all the polymer framed 9mm's out there, glock has the best grip when it comes to promoting proper recoil control.

 

[General Zod]

Of all the polymer framed 9mm's out there, glock has the best grip when it comes to promoting proper recoil control.

I've had no problems with a polymer framed SIG or a polymer framed Ruger.

 

[PinnedandRecessed]

FYI, some manufacturers like S&W and SIG are releasing metal frame versions of their traditionally polymer guns.

 

[Texasjack]

Some pistols just work better for one individual than another. I know I've had a couple of pistols that were just not comfortable or I just couldn't seem to shoot well, and then there are others that work and feel just great. I think that's largely independent of whether it's metal or polymer.

 

[zackmars]

I've had no problems with a polymer framed SIG or a polymer framed Ruger.

Of course, it's a 9mm after all. But glocks (in particular gen 4 and 5 guns) give lots of flat space to let the grip texture do it's job.

A PPQ feels better in the hand but doesn't promote the same level of control as a glock.

 

[Tnhawk]

The caliber and barrel length of a pistol have been larger factors for me than the material of the frame.