amac Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 I jumped into the 2011 foray last year and am wondering is there such thing as too much gun for a mild hobbyist? I like to compete and have a strong competitive drive, but this is just a hobby. When I made the purchase, I justified the cost six ways to sundown. I was hot into 3gun and shooting USPSA every other weekend. Unfortunately, my shooting isn't the best and my drive for the hobby is waning. Couple that with limited ammo supply and now my practicing has become limited to match events. I went full on custom and am thinking of stepping back into the world of Glock. Not that there is anything wrong with Glock, but I'm wondering if I've got too much pistol for my level of interest? Any advice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 See what you can sell it for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merlin Orr Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 Man...It's all about what tickles you... Not what you "need." As the hair color advertisement used to say..... "Because your worth it!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flack jacket Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 2011 maintain certain value because you bought quality item... Never too much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G34 CORDY Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 If you dont need to sell I would say keep it and use it when you can. I dont think you need to be a pro shooter to have a nice pistol and if you like it keep it if not sell it. I never have time right now to shoot matches let alone practice but having my CZ Tactical Sport sent out for some custom mods, there will be a time when I can get back into shooting more and the gun will be waiting for me when that time comes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amac Posted February 18, 2013 Author Share Posted February 18, 2013 If you dont need to sell I would say keep it and use it when you can. I dont think you need to be a pro shooter to have a nice pistol and if you like it keep it if not sell it. I never have time right now to shoot matches let alone practice but having my CZ Tactical Sport sent out for some custom mods, there will be a time when I can get back into shooting more and the gun will be waiting for me when that time comes. I don't "need" the money, but I don't like having that much money tied up in something that might not get used as much as it should. Kinda like having a boat constantly parked in the driveway! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 Boats are a lot worse than guns, been there - done that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
56hawk Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 Well, my 2011 limited gun is one of my favorites to take to the range just for fun. I guess the question is: would you get more enjoyment from a Glock? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 If you enjoy the pistol, keep it and forget what you paid for it. I have plenty of guns that shoot better than me, but I like 'em so I keep 'em! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waynes_world_45 Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 Why drive a Camry instead of a Porche just because the speed limit is 55? Enjoy it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G34 CORDY Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 (edited) If you dont need to sell I would say keep it and use it when you can. I dont think you need to be a pro shooter to have a nice pistol and if you like it keep it if not sell it. I never have time right now to shoot matches let alone practice but having my CZ Tactical Sport sent out for some custom mods, there will be a time when I can get back into shooting more and the gun will be waiting for me when that time comes. I don't "need" the money, but I don't like having that much money tied up in something that might not get used as much as it should. Kinda like having a boat constantly parked in the driveway! If you enjoy shooting it and like it enough to keep it around do so if your feeling like you need to get rid of it and buy something else that is a option also. I have done the same with guns just laying around and sold them now I wish I didnt. I wish I would of kept my STI Edge just to play around with and Springfield RO. Edited February 18, 2013 by G34 CORDY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjb45 Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 (edited) Buy a .22 conversion unit for and shoot the heck out of it. I more comfortable with the 1911 platform than anything else. Dave, KC, Jessie, and Randi have proven you can win with a Glock. So it floats your boat then go for it. Edited February 18, 2013 by pjb45 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amac Posted February 18, 2013 Author Share Posted February 18, 2013 Sellers remorse does suck. One of my biggest regrets is dumping my STI Ranger. There is nothing like a 1911. Or in this case, a 2011. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rack&roll Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 I know what you are going through, it's like delayed buyer's remorse. Keep it, if you sell it, one day you will regret it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OPENB Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 What do you think will excite you about the sport again, and get you excited about shooting your gun? Maybe a training class, or hook up with the local GM/M for some one on one practice sessions. It's between the ears, man. I've seen a lot of shooters come and go since I've been doing this. They either love it or not. If you can find the passion, you will look at your custom pistol in a new light. Kind of like wives/girlfriends (but not both at the same time) now that I think about it. And this might get more reads in a different category. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tohm Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 Ultimately it is your decision. You have already invested in the 2011 and if you do not want to practice and shoot a lot now you may want to come back at some point. The one hard part is if you do sell you may or may not have the mindset or financial resource to come back, if later you choose to do so. To truly compete at the highest level as in any sport requires a commitment from you (financial and time) and some natural talent to be competitive. I am not such a person however i do really enjoy the folks who go to shoots, shooting in competitions and the satisfaction when i do well for my skills set (I compete against my last performance). I have a Dawson Edge and it has the capacity to outperform my ability (talent and desire) i would not put that much money in a competition gun and gear again, however it is there and when i go to a shoot or the range it is not the gun that determines my ranking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKT1106 Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 If you don't need the money, keep it. Everyone gets in a rut at some point. The key is to just put it in the safe and do something different for a while. Don't sell it. You'll eventually come back around and say, "Oh, Yeah, I got this 2011 I can smoke fools with, maybe I should go to the next match." And then you'll be back in it and glad you didn't sell it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biloxi23 Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 I have said for years: Need ain't got nothin' to do with it. The two most important things are do you want it and do you have the money to buy it. I like expensive, custom built/high end firearms and I own a bunch of them. If you don't have a pressing need for money, keep the STI and get a production gun. As has been mentioned, you may begin to shoot more and will kick yourself for selling you custom Limited. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig N Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 If you dont need to sell I would say keep it and use it when you can. I dont think you need to be a pro shooter to have a nice pistol and if you like it keep it if not sell it. I never have time right now to shoot matches let alone practice but having my CZ Tactical Sport sent out for some custom mods, there will be a time when I can get back into shooting more and the gun will be waiting for me when that time comes. I don't "need" the money, but I don't like having that much money tied up in something that might not get used as much as it should. Kinda like having a boat constantly parked in the driveway! Stick it in the safe and wait a year or 2 and see if your tastes don't come back to the 2011. I can't tell you how many times I have sold a 1911 and then a few months later had to get another one to scratch that itch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nebwake Posted February 19, 2013 Share Posted February 19, 2013 Sell it to me for cheap! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kneelingatlas Posted February 19, 2013 Share Posted February 19, 2013 I too have imagined myself getting to where it sounds like you are now; my plan is that once my progress levels off and I'm in danger of loosing interest to switch into another division and start again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CallMeBruce Posted February 19, 2013 Share Posted February 19, 2013 Keep it! I've been in the same place. Here's my rationale...You probably will never be able to replace it for what you currently have in it and you WILL wish you had it back at some point. I started out shooting an M&P 40. Love it and shot it well for the practice time I had available. Found an Edge for a good deal and bought it on impulse, didn't NEED it. Now I love it and am in a position where I do have time to practice. Matches are more fun and I see improvement so I practice more. I've sold off other guns, saddles, watches that were real quality and I just thought I don't use them so grab cash. It's never been worth it as my life changed, I would have used them again and now can't replace them for anything remotely reasonable. Glocks/M&Ps are relatively inexpensive and you can always find one. Not so for the 2011. Keep it! End of ramble... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ipscjoe Posted February 19, 2013 Share Posted February 19, 2013 I often wonder the same thing ,if most people would be just as happy shooting with say a glock etc than spending a ton of money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeg1005 Posted February 19, 2013 Share Posted February 19, 2013 I could understand if a 2011 was "too much"... like buying a motorcycle that is too heavy, or too much engine... but lets face it... there isn't anything "more" about a 2011 than a Glock. If anything, a Glock is more difficult to master with less practice. A lot of people I see that want to get into this sport think that a 2011 pistol is something that only belongs in the hands of a higher rank shooter.. that is completely false. To me it seems like you are saying "I have too nice of a gun for how little I shoot"... which sounds silly. If the Glock would help your performance get it, but if you want to get a Glock because you think you don't deserve a 2011, don't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff F Posted February 20, 2013 Share Posted February 20, 2013 I will just say that I have sold more then a few guns and 6 months later I wonder why I sold it. Then I get the itch to buy another. Keep the STI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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