Polymer frame versus steel frame pistols

[@oleboy7615]

Polymer frame pistols will absorb shock better over time , so they’re really better overall.

[@thedoubleop]

So what you're saying is I should buy a Tanfoglio.

[@douglasmoore8033]

That's what I heard!

[@Gun_Dork]

They’re really wonderful. I have vids up of my matches.

[@juhmonti]

I've seen some people remove the beaver tails from the PDP. What are you thoughts on that?

[@swiftaudi]

I cut the beaver tail off my strike one. For me it just gets in the way. My guess is people think it allows them a higher grip, maybe?

[@johnfischer2034]

@@swiftaudiI did it to my Compact Pro SD and my SF Match. I carry appendix and the beaver tail gets in my way when I draw. I put my thumb on the rear sight as I’m coming out of the holster. I’d done it so many times appendix I even do it coming out of the 3 o’clock position with a big offset USPSA holster. It wasn’t bad on the polymer but I had it removed when I was getting it stippled up. The SF has a much more pronounced beaver tail. Chopping them off didn’t change my control of the gun one bit.

[@boomee78]

​@@swiftaudiits to draw bwtter from appendix if you do a claw grip

[@swiftaudi]

@@boomee78 I actually removed the beaver tail on my strike one because I carried it appendix for a long time and shot USPSA like that. I just figured explaining that here was irrelevant considering most USPSA shooters run OWB. Kind of funny both of you explaining the exact reason I took it off. I wasn’t expecting that.

[@joelpark556]

@@juhmonti I like the frame just the way it comes. I haven’t cut on mine at all.

[@willp5527]

What did you think about those lok palmswells? I used your video on silicon carbide to add size and texture to mine after shooting doubles better with my polymer w/large backstrap. Also, thanks. I learned a lot from you and Ben at your Iowa class this year.

[@joelpark556]

@@willp5527 hey man. I have the on one of my steel frames currently. The contour is ok, but they’re too sharp for me and I think the silicone carbide gives better traction without hurting my hands like the bogies do.

[@willp5527]

Yea I think you’re right about the texture. I found the shape swell to be just way too different than what I was used to. Just got through my first month of pstg, and you guys are killing it. Keep it up!

[@Gabierama]

Hey Joel, Between CZ S2 Vs Walther PDP Match SF, if you can only choose one, which one do you prefer?

[@A4Blue-m7n]

I like that the polymer gun costs less. At least when it comes to the PDP. By the way I got a PDP because of you after shooting nothing but Glocks. The controls are just so comfortable I can’t stop touching it 😅

[@Jason_The_Man]

Over all what is your opinion on the PDP?

[@PretendtoImagine-k9f]

Have you tried a brass backstrap on a polymer gun?

[@biker1958]

I have a Taylor Freelance on my polymer frame Canik SFX Rival, it really helps. As for recoil I installed a Rune tactical full length ss guide rod with a 13# recoil spring. It shoots awesome.

[@joelpark556]

@@PretendtoImagine-k9f I tried one and I couldn’t tell the difference. Brass is also soft and it didn’t have any checkering so I just took it out.

[@lovetopew9054]

Are there any good videos out there showing how to do the silicon carbide thing?

[@armorers_wrench]

Hey Joel so you're saying that the Walther duty trigger has the same weight as the dynamic competition one? So if I wanna replace it I can just replace the shoe and get the full effect?

[@boomee78]

No it dosent it has less

[@oddsparrow8522]

the real different is that you have less take up with the dynamic trigger. I don't even recognize the weight of any of them they are both really good. I would say that they are both 1911 crisp and that was matter not the weight.. If you want it lighter Sprinco have an spring kit for that.

[@joie0]

Does your clientele care if they see you with a strait metal “match” trigger vs a curved polymer “duty” one? If the polymer vs metal frame attracts attention, I’m curious if the tiggers do too.

[@falconp226]

steel faster follow up shots, polymer cheaper you can buy 2 , up close it dose not matter shooting farther away steel all day , i have both the steel frame match and the polymer match , the steel just helps it return faster without fighting the gun , if you look at all the top USPSA shooters they are mostly using a heavy gun , they both have a place , good comparison !

[@83tactical]

what about the recoil? does the steel absorb some recoil vs polymer

[@ZizinRacing]

I like metal purely because it is more SOVLful. I don't give a crap what's actually better haha.

[@CitizenCarrier]

You said something that gave me an idea. Maybe not a GOOD idea, but an idea either way. I have 2 full size 5 inch polymer PDP’s and I put a Floyd’s magwell on one of them. Of course it does give you a little wider “funnel” for mag changes. But I do notice it has a different feel. Then when I use my other PDP wit no magwell, it just feels slicker. I wonder if it’s possible for someone to make a polymer magwell for the slicker feel I perceive. Hmm….probably a dumb idea. Anyway, I just need to concentrate more on my skills than the small stuff.

[@awokeone7997]

You're not wrong, saw a video with a Competition shooter reviewing a Shadow systems and he explained how he liked the polymer magwell especially since it takes the polymer Glock mags but I wonder if it's different since Walther mags are metal.

[@shootinbruin3614]

The Dawson ICE magwell has a replaceable polymer liner and it’s been around forever so it’s definitely not a bad idea

[@CitizenCarrier]

@ Replaceable polymer inserts? Very cool! I’m pretty new to all of this. I mean, I’ve been shooting off and on for quite a bit throughout my life. But just in the past couple years started really taking classes, training and practicing to be a better self defense shooter. Of course, that led me to trying little things to my guns to customize them a little bit. I keep them pretty stock. Just an optic, magwell, basepads etc. I wish they made one of those for the PDP. I’d sure try it!

[@shootinbruin3614]

@@CitizenCarrier Yeah, Dawson only makes them for Glocks and 2011s I believe. Maybe they’d consider making a product line for the PDP if you sent them an email? Enjoy your journey!

[@boomee78]

Its 3 times the cost of the match steel frame

[@Bluwrx]

No he’s right, if you compare the polymer match to the 5” SF it is about 2x