I'm with you heavy metal all the way! I have the 365 metal grip with thumb ledge (icarus precision) and it fits my hand perfectly. The new 365 axg grip is metal and has replaceable grip panels. I want to give that a go but being cheap since I already have the 365 plus multiple compact metal CZs I carry, but who knows may snap one up eventually...
A quality revolver is far more tolerant of neglect, filth and abuse in general. I've worked Construction for most of my adult life Pistol is damn near always full of dust, debris, general filth It also is 100% rock solid reliable in that state. #1 requirement for my needs I prefer a full size metsl frame SA or traditional DA/SA for holster/duty purposes. 1911, P35 or CZ 75 derivatives run reliably and hit where my eye says they should. Reliability and first round hit probability. Only hits count
I like polymer simply because of less weight. On the other hand, it might be a silly thought, but I wonder if the weight of an alloy frame might subtly contribute to increased accuracy. The only pistol I have without polymer is my H&R .32 Auto-loader. But then, it's 100 years old.
I think the difference is probably all so subtle the standard shooter would never notice. I’d personally say it comes down to just preference in feel and looks.
My last handgun purchase was an all steel blued revolver. My next is going to be an alloy framed semiauto. I have a P365XL with a Wilson Combat polymer grip frame, and enjoy it. That said, if they make that frame in alloy, I will purchase it immediately. Three or four ounces is not a big deal to me and I far prefer my firearms to be made from metal.
@thegundungeon A fine choice, but I am leaning towards a Sig P229 Legion. I had a 226 many many years ago that I never should have sold. I see the 229 as a carry sized 226.
One of the drawbacks that doesn’t interest me in an alloy frame is they act like heat sinks in cold weather. Between damage from the military, a couple bike wrecks and a litany of other things. I’m just not interested in cold induced arthritic pain.
"What's old is new again". There seems to be cycle with almost everything. Something goes out of fashion or style then 20 or 30 years later it is the "new" hot thing. I think a big part of the resurgence is due to manufacturers like Tisas and other Turkish companies, Rock Island and Taurus for making affordable metal guns available. Polymer has its place but there is something special about a handful of metal handgun. I must be getting old, lol.
@@thegundungeon I'm ready man. I've got an 1894 Winchester chambered in .30-30 (.30 WCF) that was made in 1920 that can sit and watch the video with me.
Today's alloys are much improved. And today's manufacturing processes for them are make them as cheap as the polymer. I do miss grip panels. I surely hope its a real comeback.
@@thegundungeon True. And if that’s what people want, then I’m happy it’s an option for them. Speaking for myself, polymer has more than proven itself over the decades. So I’ll stick with it.
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I feel the Manufacturers have figured out they can market both polymer and metal frame guns as each has their own following.
And charge for em lol
I'm with you heavy metal all the way! I have the 365 metal grip with thumb ledge (icarus precision) and it fits my hand perfectly. The new 365 axg grip is metal and has replaceable grip panels. I want to give that a go but being cheap since I already have the 365 plus multiple compact metal CZs I carry, but who knows may snap one up eventually...
Yep, that was quite enjoyable. Thank you.
Thank you!!!
They seem to be. Hope youve been well brother.
Kinda what I think. Been well, hope you and yours are too
@@thegundungeon brother I have been so blessed in life that I would be embarrassed to complain. And you seem to be doing pretty good too praise jesus.
They never went away
Still carrying one.
Always have.
Check this out ( hot take)-
IT'S A REVOLVER.
lol 😂 got me there
A quality revolver is far more tolerant of neglect, filth and abuse in general.
I've worked Construction for most of my adult life
Pistol is damn near always full of dust, debris, general filth
It also is 100% rock solid reliable in that state.
#1 requirement for my needs
I prefer a full size metsl frame SA or traditional DA/SA for holster/duty purposes.
1911, P35 or CZ 75 derivatives run reliably and hit where my eye says they should.
Reliability and first round hit probability.
Only hits count
There is a metal P365 - the P365 AXG Legion
Yeah it’s a bit bigger than the xl.
I like polymer simply because of less weight. On the other hand, it might be a silly thought, but I wonder if the weight of an alloy frame might subtly contribute to increased accuracy. The only pistol I have without polymer is my H&R .32 Auto-loader. But then, it's 100 years old.
I think the difference is probably all so subtle the standard shooter would never notice. I’d personally say it comes down to just preference in feel and looks.
My last handgun purchase was an all steel blued revolver. My next is going to be an alloy framed semiauto. I have a P365XL with a Wilson Combat polymer grip frame, and enjoy it. That said, if they make that frame in alloy, I will purchase it immediately. Three or four ounces is not a big deal to me and I far prefer my firearms to be made from metal.
Let me suggest a cz pcr or p01 😉
@thegundungeon A fine choice, but I am leaning towards a Sig P229 Legion. I had a 226 many many years ago that I never should have sold. I see the 229 as a carry sized 226.
@@brianmoore1164 that sig p series would be my next suggestion. Good choice
One of the drawbacks that doesn’t interest me in an alloy frame is they act like heat sinks in cold weather. Between damage from the military, a couple bike wrecks and a litany of other things. I’m just not interested in cold induced arthritic pain.
Haven’t even thought of that but I can see it for sure.
"What's old is new again". There seems to be cycle with almost everything. Something goes out of fashion or style then 20 or 30 years later it is the "new" hot thing. I think a big part of the resurgence is due to manufacturers like Tisas and other Turkish companies, Rock Island and Taurus for making affordable metal guns available. Polymer has its place but there is something special about a handful of metal handgun. I must be getting old, lol.
Wait til my reloading and ramblings about lever actions lol 😂
@@thegundungeon I'm ready man. I've got an 1894 Winchester chambered in .30-30 (.30 WCF) that was made in 1920 that can sit and watch the video with me.
Today's alloys are much improved. And today's manufacturing processes for them are make them as cheap as the polymer. I do miss grip panels. I surely hope its a real comeback.
I’m all for it. Something comforting about metal in the hand
@@thegundungeon amen
I wonder about UV rays degrading polymer. The plastic parts on my 30+ year old pickup trucks are not doing very well.
I’ve seen that mentioned before but never any studies. Something to look into
Metal frames have much less flex and more felt recoil, unless you go big like a 1911
That’s another common argument I’ve seen talked about a lot
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If they are making a comeback its not with me. I'm more than satisfied with my Glocks.
Seems like it may be a trend, even the p365 has alloy frame options.
@@thegundungeon True. And if that’s what people want, then I’m happy it’s an option for them. Speaking for myself, polymer has more than proven itself over the decades. So I’ll stick with it.
@@Matteo_ you’re gonna like this video then cause I kinda hit on that and how before polymer got so popular alloy frames were seen as weak lol
@@thegundungeon I look forward to it.