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Title: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: handgun2 on February 19, 2017, 08:27:04 PM
Hi all,

while I am relatively new to handguns, I soon had a growing herd of CZ's and a few others.  I have come to appreciate lots of guns, some turn me on, some turn me off.  I have come realize.. I am becoming a bit of a handgun snob re: LOOKS

so, I would really like to see 'what' everyone else thinks is an attractive/handsome/ handgun. No restrainsts. Parkerized and beat w/ wear to Texas BarBQ style.

I would like to see.  I know what I am working towards on a rebuild. Just want to see what 'others' like.. so I can 'tweak' my idea of in needed.

thanks,
K in MI
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: zormpas on February 19, 2017, 08:30:15 PM
CZs are fine looking guns - but as far as the "best looking"?

Luger P.08. I'd say "nothing else even comes close", but the reality is that the Finnish/Swedish Lahti "comes close".
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: handgun2 on February 19, 2017, 08:34:52 PM
thanks! for your quick reply.. I can't wait to look those up!,   anychance you can post picts?  I would really like to see 'pictures' of what others like.
thanks,
K in MI
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Grendel on February 19, 2017, 08:35:08 PM
BHP for me
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: LittleJenny on February 19, 2017, 08:39:03 PM
I love my Luger and it has an iconic look. But gotta say it's a tough call between a Hi Power and a 75.

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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Earl Keese on February 19, 2017, 08:59:31 PM
I like the 75 short rail and round guard pre-b's followed closely by the BHP. Well, that's 3 not one but I like what I like.  :)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: RefurbGirl on February 19, 2017, 09:06:00 PM
2 of the sexiest guns I have and can think of off the top of my head are Beretta 92 and the Walther PP/K.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Kenneth on February 19, 2017, 09:11:22 PM
HK P7

Or

Mauser C96 "broom handle"


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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: snakeye on February 19, 2017, 09:14:11 PM
I totally agree with RefurbGirl
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: DenStinett on February 19, 2017, 09:30:26 PM
Luger P.08. I'd say "nothing else even comes close"

Yeah, IMHO, the Luger P08 Navy is by far the most elegant Handgun ever made
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: JaPes on February 19, 2017, 10:05:08 PM
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder my friend.  Here are some in my current collection I think are good looking.

(http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f275/suba-saab/CZ%2075B%20High%20Polish%20Stainless/1-_DSC3472_zpsvaehiiwt.jpg)

(http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f275/suba-saab/Glock%2019%20Gen4%20III/Modified/1-_DSC3528_zpsom70uffe.jpg)
(http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f275/suba-saab/Glock%2019%20Gen4%20III/Modified/1-_DSC3523_zpsxzguh1ci.jpg)

(http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f275/suba-saab/Glock%2022%20Gen4%20OD/bd8e666f-5eec-44d9-ae36-3586357d758d_zpsbq9kzojz.jpg)

(http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f275/suba-saab/SW%20MP%2038%20Special%201948/f82c44cf-3fe4-4cb1-a9ef-7597b81e92c3_zpsnavsdqik.jpg)

(http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f275/suba-saab/Woodsman1.jpg)

(http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f275/suba-saab/Super_Single_Six_1.jpg)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: SlvrDragon50 on February 19, 2017, 10:44:32 PM
No glock should ever be included in lists of best looking hand guns  ::)

I really love the look of the Shadow 2, but a classic 1911 always does the trick.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: 1SOW on February 19, 2017, 10:57:36 PM
American Companies:
Python.
Model 41,  high end models
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Tok36 on February 19, 2017, 10:58:19 PM
This.  ;D
(http://i.imgur.com/rgRJwZa.jpg)
And this.  ;D
(http://i.imgur.com/Phedmbe.jpg)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: cntrydawwwg on February 19, 2017, 11:00:36 PM
Gotta go with 1SOW on the Python. 2nd would be older Dan Wesson revolvers.
  No, don't own either. [emoji24][emoji24]
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: 1SOW on February 19, 2017, 11:27:50 PM
When my son was about 10 yrs old,  I made him a wooden Colt Python complete in details.  Also a Thompson Sub-gun.  ;D

I REALLY liked the looks of those big .357 Pythons.  Sorry I didn't buy one back in the day.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: ZardozCZ on February 19, 2017, 11:41:23 PM
The pistol in hand!.That's the best looking. Bonus if it's a CZ!
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: tattooo on February 20, 2017, 12:56:06 AM
That orange glock definitely takes 1st place [emoji12]
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Pilot1 on February 20, 2017, 01:37:32 AM
My Mauser 1941, P.08 Luger followed closely by my 1991 CZ-75 Pre-B. 
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: CZNate on February 20, 2017, 02:32:43 AM
This!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170220/a2371d62ca33899de57ab59da1e4baf1.jpg)

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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: SI VIS PACEM PARRABELLUM on February 20, 2017, 04:43:12 AM
American wheel guns with real wood stocks not the cheesy laminate crap and the original 1911 and 1911A1 before they learned how to ruin the look with beaver tails and skeletonized hammers are my favorites.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Batt 57 on February 20, 2017, 06:35:03 AM
I have a 4" nickel Python. Gorgeous. And the HK P9S


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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: ShoMeMule on February 20, 2017, 10:06:35 AM
Series 70 Colt Gold Cup
60's vintage Colt 4" Python
60's vintage blued Blackhawks and Super Blackhawks

And then, my P-01
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: aguila9 on February 20, 2017, 11:02:28 AM
Although I'm not a Luger fan the P.08 is my number one when it come to catching the eye. My second is the C96 broom handle Mauser.

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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Tenbones on February 20, 2017, 11:16:09 AM
BHP and the 4" Colt Python for me.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Psyop96 on February 20, 2017, 12:45:40 PM
Revolvers are, indeed, beauties. This is sexy. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170220/093d8720120633a4da440c38d5248afa.jpg)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: loujitsu78 on February 20, 2017, 02:59:03 PM
SW perfomance center 629 2.5"
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170221/71acbabcd36f59fd59cdd17b6603a42a.jpg)
EAa elite goldteam/limited
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170221/60a427a3f1482db01a9637c03f41406b.jpg)
Sig X6 supermatch
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170221/c7a3cbe44916efd35cbd8102f89ebc8b.jpg)
about any 1911 (especially doublestack)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170221/0d454d0dcf0c6708075ba73f0f38e113.jpg)

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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: bgw45 on February 20, 2017, 03:01:46 PM
BHP for me
+1, then the deep blue on a Python
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: chimera8 on February 20, 2017, 06:15:13 PM
Old school but hard to beat.
(https://i.imgsafe.org/b77da4cdb9.jpg)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: SailDesign on February 20, 2017, 06:19:20 PM
Beretta 80 series.

In 22LR:
(http://theliberalgunclubinc.memberlodge.org/resources/MemberAlbums/12767418/Beretta%2084F/Beretta%2087BB.jpg)

And 380

(http://theliberalgunclubinc.memberlodge.org/resources/MemberAlbums/12767418/Beretta%2084F/_SCB8548_resize.jpg)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: handgun2 on February 20, 2017, 08:43:31 PM
thanks guys! I gotta find a way, to post the picture of my favorite CZ rebuild.. its in 'gunsmithing" section.. if anyone can help, please do.. its it the CASE COLORED CZ 75.  w/ the followup post " one my all time favorites.."holy jeebies, on a river of diamonds..."  best line ever.. wish it was mine!  in fact, I am gonna go search for it again now... to drool over!
K in MI
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Tok36 on February 20, 2017, 08:56:09 PM
thanks guys! I gotta find a way, to post the picture of my favorite CZ rebuild.. its in 'gunsmithing" section.. if anyone can help, please do.. its it the CASE COLORED CZ 75.  w/ the followup post " one my all time favorites.."holy jeebies, on a river of diamonds..."  best line ever.. wish it was mine!  in fact, I am gonna go search for it again now... to drool over!
K in MI

Including images in your posts.

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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: CZ Aficionado on February 20, 2017, 09:01:33 PM
In many ways the guns I find best looking aren't the stock ones from the factory.......DIFFERENT is almost always better, if tastefully done and when you look at it you know what it is (lets say a CZ 75  ;D) but it catches your eye and your like "wow" that looks good  :)
Title: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: srREXed on February 21, 2017, 06:17:52 PM
Ok, so I'm not too much of a wheel gun collector. But if I had to pick the best looking firearm.... Period.... It would have to be the short barreled magnum 500. Something about how basic the operation of a wheel gun. The fact that it was around before the automatic and how basic it is to use. I just seem to be very attracted to how they look and their build quality. The 500 with a short barrel is my googley eye type. I can't leave well enough alone. Compensated short barrel with some deep engraving is what I think is totally amazing and beautiful. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170221/72369a1de2be4748197aa1e9dc410529.jpg)


I am a huge automatic guy. I love the 1911. If I was rich I'd have many more than I already do. Something about the case hardened Turnbull guns turns me up a bit. The commander length CH fame and a nice set of rich wood grips really does it for me with automatics. It's a sign of beauty when so much time and craftsmanship is put into one. This is beauty to me:

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170221/0b2fb6a1b8b7d2b052539889b2a5ccc8.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170221/b882c9576e4e21ddf4dfcbdf7316bead.jpg)


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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: CZ Aficionado on February 21, 2017, 06:50:37 PM
Sweet....those stand out from the crowd, in the best of ways.....not really open for opinion or discussion, they just ARE!  ;D
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Tok36 on February 21, 2017, 07:39:48 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/BBwweCd.jpg)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: handgun2 on February 21, 2017, 07:54:00 PM
thank you all!  this gives me something to really look forward too when get home and finally unwind!  GREAT GUNS! great photos!  you guys are all opening my eyes.
thank you

k in MI
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: RefurbGirl on February 21, 2017, 08:07:15 PM
thanks guys! I gotta find a way, to post the picture of my favorite CZ rebuild.. its in 'gunsmithing" section.. if anyone can help, please do.. its it the CASE COLORED CZ 75.  w/ the followup post " one my all time favorites.."holy jeebies, on a river of diamonds..."  best line ever.. wish it was mine!  in fact, I am gonna go search for it again now... to drool over!
K in MI

The line is now yours. ;)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: handgun2 on February 21, 2017, 08:14:18 PM
Refurbgirl!  thank you so much for your generosity.. such a great line!  you by line say's you are a 'Newbie" here on CZ.. but your gun tastes are exquisite!  please tell us a bit more.. and about YOUR favorite guns.. w/ photo's if possible please!
respectfully,
K in MI
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Louiczana on February 21, 2017, 08:56:23 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/BBwweCd.jpg)

If that's a Coonan I'll vote for it.


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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: srREXed on February 22, 2017, 02:41:25 AM
Those Coonan frames have this silhouette of sleekness to them. Full dust cover but no rail. It's like the word 'class' can be my best try to define it.


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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: srREXed on February 22, 2017, 02:48:26 AM
thanks guys! I gotta find a way, to post the picture of my favorite CZ rebuild.. its in 'gunsmithing" section.. if anyone can help, please do.. its it the CASE COLORED CZ 75.  w/ the followup post " one my all time favorites.."holy jeebies, on a river of diamonds..."  best line ever.. wish it was mine!  in fact, I am gonna go search for it again now... to drool over!
K in MI


This? (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170222/1e8f33926be2283c5add8822447e69f3.jpg)


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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: BobC on February 22, 2017, 10:52:05 AM
my newest acquisition.....cz 75 BD from CZ Custom.....Loving it...

Bob

Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Swamp ash on February 22, 2017, 03:50:32 PM
If we are talking about a "base form" (no engravings; fancy finishes, etc) it really has to be a CZ 75, with no FLDC.  The lines are classic; the pistol is sleek.  Of course, it owes all this to the  Browning designs!
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: IFFV68 on February 22, 2017, 04:30:54 PM
The best looking Gun is the one you use every day.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: leo61651 on February 22, 2017, 04:31:17 PM
I'm partial to Stainless Steel, Hard Chrome & Nickel finishes, here are a couple of mine that are favorites.
Custom Colt XSE Lightweight Commander and my Coonan Compact.

(http://i68.tinypic.com/25p75lj.jpg)
(http://i66.tinypic.com/2cztvsx.jpg)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: burley on February 22, 2017, 05:11:15 PM
(http://i622.photobucket.com/albums/tt309/burley_bucket/44%20mag.jpg)

It's big, it's beautiful and it's a .44 magnum. And it's mine and I took this picture.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: SpeedYellow on February 22, 2017, 06:19:30 PM
Gotta say my 6" nickel Python is the best looking handgun I've ever seen.  Granted, the worst possible carry gun, expensive ammo, poor capacity... but dang it's sexy.

Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: handgun2 on February 22, 2017, 08:22:00 PM
wow, thanks all!   and a special thanks to Rex!  for posting 'my dream build look"! and my Uncle owned a "Dirty Harry Special"... I shot a lot!  w/ my cousin.. we took down pine tree's cuz we shot so much at the same tree and target... during 3days of MI deer opener!  I really got look my cousin up.. I know he still has gun.. he never sells.  I want to see! hold, shoot again..    again, my memories of the big ol revolver!  teenage fun!   now getting geriatric!  gotta shoot again. 

Thanks guys... you helping me decide on how 'spend' some dollars here in good ol America!

K in MI
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: handgun2 on February 22, 2017, 08:24:16 PM
AND, refurbgirl!   gets to keep her signature line!  if you have not read in original form.. please do.  Just so cool! so original .. at least to me!
thanks,
K in MI
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: bayouredd on February 22, 2017, 08:27:47 PM
I'm all about Purdy!!! :-*
While I don't consider the Broomhandle or Luger to be good looking, I do put them in the "Exceptionally Cool" category. Even the 1861 Navy Colt goes there in a homely sort of way.

You have to admit that cowboy guns set the standard for handgun beauty. So my first choice would have to be the Colt Peacemaker & variables.
The picture does the Ruger Montado (bottom) absolutely no justice. It really is a beautiful pistol.
(http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l29/bayouredd/Forum%20Fodder/3cowboy.jpg) (http://s92.photobucket.com/user/bayouredd/media/Forum%20Fodder/3cowboy.jpg.html)


Next, I have to go with a fighting pistol & nothing screams fighting like a good ol' 1911. I need to add a Dan Wesson Bobtail, something fierce.
Don't get me wrong, I think my matte stainless 75B is nice but the P01 just looks better.
(http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l29/bayouredd/Forum%20Fodder/3auto.jpg) (http://s92.photobucket.com/user/bayouredd/media/Forum%20Fodder/3auto.jpg.html)


Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: handgun2 on February 22, 2017, 08:31:24 PM
love it! the picts make me 'want' so many things! so many way's to make handguns! so cool! each different and special! thank you!
k in MI
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: SpeedYellow on February 23, 2017, 09:32:14 AM
And to support my argument on the 6" Colt Python (nickel, not stainless or chromed!), I submit:

(http://www.lopplemanstaunton.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/2.jpg)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: ThompsonCustom on February 23, 2017, 09:38:22 AM
And to support my argument on the 6" Colt Python (nickel, not stainless or chromed!), I submit:

(http://www.lopplemanstaunton.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/2.jpg)

Ive considered polishing my brothers CZ 75b Stainless to that level of shine.... Need to talk to him again about that  ;D
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Grendel on February 23, 2017, 09:59:35 AM
The best looking Gun is the one you use every day.

Like this?

(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/16832134_10211897900587593_5145288716714706076_n.jpg?oh=0530adf3ca9412b4d1c45dd3a7e8a46a&oe=59482561)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Tyerone on February 23, 2017, 10:24:53 AM
Grendel,

I figured someone in the world thinks Rosie O'Donnell is beautiful; just didn't think it was YOU!
 :o
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Mike - on February 23, 2017, 12:06:42 PM
Browning High Power
AMT AutoMag (.357, .44)
Sig Sauer P229
Desert Eagle (.44)

Mike
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: srREXed on February 23, 2017, 02:14:20 PM
Grendel,

I figured someone in the world thinks Rosie O'Donnell is beautiful; just didn't think it was YOU!
 :o

I'm rofl'ing right now....


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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: SPO1SHADOW on February 23, 2017, 06:00:37 PM
Rosie and Hilary.......That's hot right there.......I like a woman with Kankles.  ;D ;D ;D Hee! Hee!
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: handgun2 on February 23, 2017, 07:26:38 PM
hahahahaha..   so many good lines! good chuckles and laughs!  okay, back to business!  although I do have to say, I too have found a certain 'appeal' to good guns.. that have 'character".   my Greatgrandfathers .22short Winchester pump w/ octagonal barrel complete w/ scratches / dents  in wood,  and all steel having turned to 'plumb'...   is downright attractive as well!  and I find some twerks acceptable and even highlighting a good gun.. or girl!  I once dated this girl.. hahaha

thanks guys! back to guns!
K in MI
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: BuckJm53 on February 23, 2017, 10:32:06 PM
While there are lots of beautiful pistols around, for my money I love the look of the CZ 75b and Hi-powers  ;D


(http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk27/BuckJM53/0a50f102-2e04-4fdb-b9cc-9d5bf15d241b_zpsfejjepvn.jpg)


(http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk27/BuckJM53/0dc3d47a-57ec-4ba7-9ca9-72eb194eddd7_zpsatmwtzbd.jpg)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Stojanovich on February 28, 2017, 06:31:01 PM
Gotta go with 1SOW on the Python. 2nd would be older Dan Wesson revolvers.
  No, don't own either. [emoji24][emoji24]

I concur about the Python.  Here's my 6" 1978 model.

(http://i.imgur.com/vmXEqBu.jpg?1)
(http://i.imgur.com/WR9YqjS.jpg?2)

Because the original walnut grips are worth $600-800 by themselves, they are locked away in my safe.  The one's on there now are Colt factory replacement grips that I got a few years ago.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Hawker800 on February 28, 2017, 07:08:43 PM
I've got a 1979 4 inch Python.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170301/20e5b2cfea215e67eab1811bb95996b7.jpg)


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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: RPN on February 28, 2017, 07:52:00 PM
For me- a Wlison Combat all black model.  I was at a lgs earlier and they had a CQB...oh mama, what a great looking gun.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: thedude on February 28, 2017, 08:07:11 PM
Those Pythons sure are purdy!  I still have to go with a 1911.

(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/f2/a0/ac/f2a0acdc1c8da8d71f48cbac24b97503.jpg)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Firemanjones on February 28, 2017, 10:16:12 PM
CZs are great looking, but I think the two Walthers are the best looking, PP and P5(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170301/3079ac9bdac005b2eaa7eed3dce7a52a.jpg)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Firemanjones on February 28, 2017, 10:21:00 PM
Oh heck, let's make it three, P1/P38(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170301/c2a439b1a3e8d96958c74cb44bd72d8b.jpg)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Pilot1 on March 01, 2017, 06:57:00 AM
Love the Teutonic steel firemanjones!  What no Luger?   O0

I will have to post a picture of mine.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Firemanjones on March 01, 2017, 07:13:13 AM
Would love to see yours.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Stojanovich on March 01, 2017, 11:05:38 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/97Ycuxq.jpg?2)

P38/P1 is one of my all-time favorites.  I found this 1968 Model 'Single Line' NIB back in December with the original box, owner's manual, cleaning rod, test target and two mags.  No import marks of any kind.  Original thin-slide that Walther later replaced with a thicker slide (at no cost to the owner) to enhance durability.  It's what I love about Walthers: all the oddball variations.   
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: copemech on March 02, 2017, 12:12:56 AM
Those Pythons sure are purdy!  I still have to go with a 1911.

(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/f2/a0/ac/f2a0acdc1c8da8d71f48cbac24b97503.jpg)

Neeeds the little vase on the side!
(http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab205/copemech/20161226_0004271.jpg) (http://s864.photobucket.com/user/copemech/media/20161226_0004271.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: copemech on March 02, 2017, 12:25:15 AM
However, I must soon have the most expensive .22 made! It is not like I don'yt know how to take down the old MkII that I have had since the 80's, It is just that this is likely the ultimate evolution of the awesome Ruger pocket rifle!

With a $799 msrp, and street a bit less, I still have not found one since I took a pass on the one in my LGS before Christmas.

Billet Stainless lower is even more awesome than my Mk II.  Volquartsen trigger kits are now available as well, for that 2.5 lb sweet sweet feel!

(http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab205/copemech/4.jpg) (http://s864.photobucket.com/user/copemech/media/4.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Inusuit on March 02, 2017, 10:20:41 AM
Not something you want to buy and carry, but I think the Colt 1851 Navy is best looking handgun ever made.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: NHForester on March 02, 2017, 11:47:50 AM
BHP for me

This is my answer for pistol. For a revolver it's the 3 1/2 inch model 27 Smith & Wesson
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: srREXed on March 03, 2017, 12:24:13 PM
However, I must soon have the most expensive .22 made! It is not like I don'yt know how to take down the old MkII that I have had since the 80's, It is just that this is likely the ultimate evolution of the awesome Ruger pocket rifle!

With a $799 msrp, and street a bit less, I still have not found one since I took a pass on the one in my LGS before Christmas.

Billet Stainless lower is even more awesome than my Mk II.  Volquartsen trigger kits are now available as well, for that 2.5 lb sweet sweet feel!

(http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab205/copemech/4.jpg) (http://s864.photobucket.com/user/copemech/media/4.jpg.html)
I've got quite a like for the ruger mk .22 pistols but they're pretty ugly in my opinion. Although a hunter with the fluted barrel is pretty sweet, I'd have to say my PacLite All Aluminum 22/45 is a hotter ticket to punch. I like it more than some, but not more than the case colored 1911. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170303/05ffcf7549ba9ea187941db66bc69181.jpg)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Batt 57 on March 12, 2017, 05:50:02 PM
H&K P9S
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170312/b7e1fd87fc1a1bef464e48e5b5416a5d.jpg)

H&K P7M8
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170312/a345df8ad29a0746936ad90e9f3d8a46.jpg)

Colt Python 4" Nickel
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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: SPO1SHADOW on March 12, 2017, 07:03:44 PM
The very first custom handgun will always be my favorite. From 1928 until now they haven't made one more beautiful to me.


(http://i435.photobucket.com/albums/qq75/Bowenbuilt/the_Keith_no_5_revisited.jpg) (http://s435.photobucket.com/user/Bowenbuilt/media/the_Keith_no_5_revisited.jpg.html)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-ef3z9Sv3s
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: handgun2 on March 12, 2017, 08:45:19 PM
Great looking guns guys!  I almost thought this thread had died.
But, thanks for reviving.. 
Bat57,  tell me more about that HK P7!  that is a clean looking gun to my eye, don't think I know anything about them. Hmmm, gonna have to use some search kung fu! 
While I am not a really a revolver guy.. those 'Snake guns" really are sweet.  I shot many times as a kid, my Uncle's Dirty Harry Model!

thanks for giving more good things to look and at, ponder and lust over guys!
K in MI
Title: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Batt 57 on March 12, 2017, 08:57:13 PM
Bat57,  tell me more about that HK P7!  that is a clean looking gun to my eye, don't think I know anything about them. Hmmm, gonna have to use some search kung fu! 


The P7's were amazing guns. A little complicated but a great gun nonetheless. An engineering marvel to be sure. They have been out of production for some time and I think the prices have gone through the roof.

www.thetruthaboutguns.com/2015/01/jeremy-s/heckler-koch-p7-is-the-best-pistol-ever/amp/


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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: aguila9 on March 12, 2017, 11:43:11 PM
I always fancied that HK P7

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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: M1A4ME on March 13, 2017, 08:28:12 AM
The ONE CZ that grabs my attention when seen at a gun show is the urban gray CZ 75.  I don't know why, but it does.  Every time I see one I want to pick it up.  But I'm scared if I pick it up, I'll want it, if I want it, I'll buy it.  And I don't need it.  I've got a carry gun or two.  I've got a few range guns.  I'd have it, never carry it, never take it to the range, and I'd feel bad about it.

I've got some pretty pistols.  A two tone CZ 85 (pre B), a satin nickel CZ 85 Compact, an urban gray P01, a two tone P07, a two tone P09, a stainless steel 1911 (Colt Series 80), a two tone Browning BDM, and I won't even talk about the S&W revolvers that are over 30 years old and still look new.  But that urban gray CZ 75 just calls to me every time I see one.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Batt 57 on March 13, 2017, 08:40:44 AM
The ONE CZ that grabs my attention when seen at a gun show is the urban gray CZ 75.  I don't know why, but it does.  Every time I see one I want to pick it up.  But I'm scared if I pick it up, I'll want it, if I want it, I'll buy it.  And I don't need it.  I've got a carry gun or two.  I've got a few range guns.  I'd have it, never carry it, never take it to the range, and I'd feel bad about it.

I've got some pretty pistols.  A two tone CZ 85 (pre B), a satin nickel CZ 85 Compact, an urban gray P01, a two tone P07, a two tone P09, a stainless steel 1911 (Colt Series 80), a two tone Browning BDM, and I won't even talk about the S&W revolvers that are over 30 years old and still look new.  But that urban gray CZ 75 just calls to me every time I see one.
Post some pictures of those two tone guns!


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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Stojanovich on March 16, 2017, 05:24:29 PM
Here's one for the Python-haters: an early 6" S&W Model 586 (no dash) with the S&W logo on the right side of the frame and the pinned Patridge front sight blade.  S&W couldn't tell me anything other than a 'limited' number were built at the factory, like this, in early 1982.  I stumbled across it at my LGS last week.  No original box but there isn't any dings, scratches or signs of handling on it.

(http://i.imgur.com/OcCCjDr.jpg?1)

I think the early L Frame S&W's had some of the nicest bluing outside of the Model 27's, which were slightly more polished.  I'm very excited to be taking this one home the day after tomorrow.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Tanners Owner on March 23, 2017, 01:47:55 PM
the one that's in my hand at the time ;D
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: FieldGrade on March 24, 2017, 08:40:57 PM
That's easy.....my new Model 10....circa 1978.

(http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o222/CharlieB401/Rifles/pix087973504_zps5fotl5r2.jpg) (http://s121.photobucket.com/user/CharlieB401/media/Rifles/pix087973504_zps5fotl5r2.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: handgun2 on March 25, 2017, 09:26:29 PM
thank you guys!  great photo's , great guns! cant wait to see more! helps me.. think about next purchase's! 
cheers all!
 
 K in MI
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: aguila9 on March 26, 2017, 12:57:49 AM
That's easy.....my new Model 10....circa 1978.

(http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o222/CharlieB401/Rifles/pix087973504_zps5fotl5r2.jpg) (http://s121.photobucket.com/user/CharlieB401/media/Rifles/pix087973504_zps5fotl5r2.jpg.html)
I had a new model 10-7. It was beautiful and had maybe two dozen rounds through it. I foolishly had it made into a PPC open gun. In hindsight I should have gotten a more used model 10 or 64 and saved the beauty for safe queen duty.

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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Tok36 on March 26, 2017, 01:43:04 AM
I have always thought this CZC build was pretty amazing looking. Not mine.
(http://i.imgur.com/GdJoaOt.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/vwroBXX.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/OvzhHq4.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/7mVvwdh.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/b3ZGAx2.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/EUwuYWJ.jpg)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Marcus on March 26, 2017, 05:02:55 PM
A nice, pristine, early 1911 Colt is about as good looking as it gets.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Marcus on March 26, 2017, 05:05:05 PM
An original .44 Automag is a thing of beauty also.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Marcus on March 26, 2017, 05:11:19 PM
Or a mint German Luger.....
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Marcus on March 26, 2017, 05:16:40 PM
And of course due to it's Colt 1911 design heritage,  any Polish VIS P-35 "Radom", from early Polish guns to the last crude example assembled by the Germans at the end of WW2,  is very classy in a no-nonsense, business like, manner.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: rhart on March 26, 2017, 06:05:56 PM
If we're talking modern handguns, I go with the CZ Shadow2. If we're talking any era, I go with the sleek and elegance of the 1851 Colt Navy revolver - Wild Bill Hickock's favorite.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Marcus on March 26, 2017, 08:33:20 PM
Looks like something out of science fiction and never was very practical, but I always thought the "Gyro-Jet"  that fired those little rocket powered projectiles was kind of cool.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Marcus on March 27, 2017, 06:13:22 AM
The tragically flawed Kimball is a beautiful looking pistol...sadly not one that is safe to fire.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: bpnkrtn on March 27, 2017, 09:42:17 AM
This!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170220/a2371d62ca33899de57ab59da1e4baf1.jpg)

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Yep ... this about does it ..
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Vinny on March 27, 2017, 05:50:04 PM
Wow, That 75D Compact sure looks sweet.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Vinny on March 27, 2017, 06:25:47 PM
(http://i350.photobucket.com/albums/q403/leon4658/SW%20PC%20627-5%20%20Spfld%20Armory%201911%20Range%20Officer_zpslb4car2d.jpg) (http://s350.photobucket.com/user/leon4658/media/SW%20PC%20627-5%20%20Spfld%20Armory%201911%20Range%20Officer_zpslb4car2d.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Vinny on March 27, 2017, 06:45:05 PM
Sorry, I'm new at posting images. Just throwing a couple more into the hat. Those two stainless beauties are my S&W Performance Center 627-5 8shot 357 Magnum wheel gun and Springfield 1911 Range Officer in 9mm.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Marcus on March 30, 2017, 04:15:11 PM
Chrome plated Lorcin .380 with imitation pearl grips, held side-ways, "gangsta style".
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Marcus on March 30, 2017, 04:27:06 PM
Those matched cased sets of European dueling pistols are works of art.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Marcus on March 30, 2017, 04:29:05 PM
Montenegrin Rast and Gasser, the Big Dog of the Balkans!
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Marcus on March 30, 2017, 04:30:23 PM
The big top-break Smith and Wessons like the .44 Russian #3 and the Schofield are pretty good looking too.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Marcus on March 30, 2017, 04:31:03 PM
Or the big Colts like the Walker and Dragoons.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Marcus on March 30, 2017, 04:33:01 PM
How about one of those big Chinese .45 ACP copies of the Broomhandle Mauser?
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Marcus on March 30, 2017, 04:34:15 PM
Did I mention the Wildey yet?
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Marcus on March 30, 2017, 04:35:50 PM
Then there is the .45 ACP prototype trials gun that the Remington Model 51 is based on.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: krehmkej on March 30, 2017, 04:36:14 PM
I'll go in a different direction.
High Standard "Space Gun"
(https://dyn2.heritagestatic.com/lf?set=path%5B1%2F2%2F7%2F1%2F7%2F12717118%5D%2Csizedata%5B850x600%5D&call=url%5Bfile%3Aproduct.chain%5D)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Marcus on March 30, 2017, 04:44:56 PM
Elgin Cutlass Pistol?
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Marcus on March 30, 2017, 04:46:41 PM
I'll go in a different direction.
High Standard "Space Gun"
(https://dyn2.heritagestatic.com/lf?set=path%5B1%2F2%2F7%2F1%2F7%2F12717118%5D%2Csizedata%5B850x600%5D&call=url%5Bfile%3Aproduct.chain%5D)

Looks like something out of "Buck Rogers" or "Flash Gordon"!
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: bayouredd on March 30, 2017, 06:47:26 PM
The Votes Are In...

I put in my vote & the ante was upped every time someone had a different opinion. I could not argue with those opinions, because some of those choices were awesome.

It's "ALL OF THEM", except a few...
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: The Conservative on March 31, 2017, 02:49:57 PM
My vote goes to 4' Python and I am not a revolver man.
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: CBrayton on April 11, 2017, 01:16:39 AM
In my opinion, the colt night defender talo edition is one of the best looking. I can't figure out how to load the picture though...
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: CZNate on April 11, 2017, 10:25:00 AM
Maybe not best looking but my new PCR I finished up is a contender.. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170411/eb7160925a07afdf575fbd77a05f70d3.jpg)

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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: handgun2 on April 11, 2017, 09:16:29 PM
wow, you guys just keepin me evaluating! wow. so many cool guns.. I wonder.. how many buy a gun because of hand fit.. vs recommendation? just wondering.. hmm, lots of cool stuff  to handle?

k in MI
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: james.c.wiseman on April 12, 2017, 04:17:21 PM
Obviously Urban Grey is Romanian for "Tan" but she's still a beauty(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170412/5bbf24e4da13c11bab5eb3916dad85dd.jpg)

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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Ron M. on April 13, 2017, 06:16:21 PM
(http://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o482/secomron/100_1180_zpsr7g7tejt.jpg) (http://s1144.photobucket.com/user/secomron/media/100_1180_zpsr7g7tejt.jpg.html)

Or maybe this?

(http://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o482/secomron/Guardian%202_zpsukx3rkj2.jpg) (http://s1144.photobucket.com/user/secomron/media/Guardian%202_zpsukx3rkj2.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: salibas007 on April 14, 2017, 02:31:55 PM
Bay far my nicest pistol is the beretta M9A3.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170414/26bf725dd90e9d11eaa1eb24729f644f.jpg)


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Title: Re: Ok, so what is the best looking handgun?
Post by: Vinny on April 14, 2017, 02:57:56 PM
Really handsome firearm....Except... IMHO the safety is redundant and backwards.  ::)