cjd1215 Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 I have been a Glock shooter for a long time. I purchased a CZ and I love how the gun feells and shoots. I am looking to add a Tanfoglio to my collection. Based on reading the many posts it seems the Stock 2 is the preferred gun for USPSA. The problem is it seems the Stock 2 is hard to find. I have been able to find a Stock 3. I have also seen the Stock 2 Xtreme and the Stock 3 Xtreme for sale. I have read the Stock 3 has a problem with the finish coming off and then rusting. My question of the 3 Guns (Stock 3, Stock 2 Xtreme and Stock 3 Xtreme) which one would you advise to purchase. Looking for 9mm to be used in USPSA Production. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCalShooter69 Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 (edited) I never, ever... ever recommend S2X... but if you absolutely, positivey can't find a base model... get the S2X. Edited November 5, 2017 by SoCalShooter69 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjd1215 Posted November 5, 2017 Author Share Posted November 5, 2017 Why is it that you would never recommend S2x. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superlifer03 Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 Get whatever you can find and be prepared to jump on a stock 2 when you find one. Most Stock 3 shooters I know were in the process of looking for a stock 2 but couldn't find one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aandabooks Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 Stock 2s come up on here from time to time. Seems like there were 3-4 moved just a month ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwelhand Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 1 minute ago, aandabooks said: Stock 2s come up on here from time to time. Seems like there were 3-4 moved just a month ago. What’s the going rate of excellent condition Stock II these days? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjd1215 Posted November 5, 2017 Author Share Posted November 5, 2017 I am not much of a used gun buyer. I like to know how the gun was treated and cared for. I can only know this if I am the only owner of the gun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aandabooks Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 $1000-$1400 depending on what has been done to the gun and what accessories come with it. $800-$850 for lightly used stock gun. The thing to remember is that if you buy a stock factory gun you'll need to send $300-$400 to Patriot Defense if you want a super slick trigger, grips and sights. Each mag with an aluminum basepad is $45. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjd1215 Posted November 5, 2017 Author Share Posted November 5, 2017 I figured I would have to do upgrades to a stock 2 or 3. What about the xtreme guns. Do they need as many upgrades. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kneelingatlas Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 I actually prefer the Limited Pro to the Stock II or III, plus Bud's has them in stock at a great price: www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/mobile/product/411551357/eaa_wit_lmtd_pro_9mm_17rd_chr_da Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aandabooks Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 Have never owned one so can't say for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aandabooks Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 Just now, kneelingatlas said: I actually prefer the Limited Pro to the Stock II or III, plus Bud's has them in stock at a great price: www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/mobile/product/411551357/eaa_wit_lmtd_pro_9mm_17rd_chr_da I also prefer the Lim Pro and that is a solid price for a discontinued gun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjd1215 Posted November 5, 2017 Author Share Posted November 5, 2017 1 minute ago, kneelingatlas said: I actually prefer the Limited Pro to the Stock II or III, plus Bud's has them in stock at a great price: www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/mobile/product/411551357/eaa_wit_lmtd_pro_9mm_17rd_chr_da What is it about the limited pro you like better. I can’t get my hands on any Tanfoglio around here so my decision has to be based on others views. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
01Deuce Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 Jump on that limited pro and find a Stock II Later. If you dont like the limited pro you would have no probnlem getting your money back as they are becoming very hard to find. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kneelingatlas Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 24 minutes ago, cjd1215 said: What is it about the limited pro you like better. I can’t get my hands on any Tanfoglio around here so my decision has to be based on others views. I like the balance better, the other two feel a touch nose heavy to me. Between the Limited Pro, Stock II, and Stock III (roughly 42, 43, and 44oz respectively) the Stock III and Limited Pro are the same length (4.75" barrel), whereas the Stock II is a quarter inch shorter, all three share the same grip and internals to they all have the same trigger feel and potential. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjd1215 Posted November 5, 2017 Author Share Posted November 5, 2017 No one has commented on the Xtreme versions. These guns seems to be easier to get. What is it that steers folks away. Is it just the cost or are they an inferior gun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aandabooks Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 3 minutes ago, cjd1215 said: No one has commented on the Xtreme versions. These guns seems to be easier to get. What is it that steers folks away. Is it just the cost or are they an inferior gun. Knowing what it costs to upgrade a normal model, I'm not sure what the extra $300 is getting me for an Xtreme model. Plus resale will not be as easy due to the higher initial cost of the gun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjd1215 Posted November 5, 2017 Author Share Posted November 5, 2017 I can honestly say I have never bought a gun based on what it’s resale value would be. I do understand not getting what you paid for. Are the internals of limited pro the same as the stock 2 and 3. Sine it is a discontinued model can you still find any parts that may be specific to the limited pro model of any. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwelhand Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 1 hour ago, 01Deuce said: Jump on that limited pro and find a Stock II Later. If you dont like the limited pro you would have no probnlem getting your money back as they are becoming very hard to find. What is so special about that Limited Pro? is it better than Stock 2? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aandabooks Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 Same internals but the Lim Pro comes with a 1-piece sear so you won't have to buy that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aandabooks Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 20 minutes ago, cjd1215 said: I can honestly say I have never bought a gun based on what it’s resale value would be. I do understand not getting what you paid for. Are the internals of limited pro the same as the stock 2 and 3. Sine it is a discontinued model can you still find any parts that may be specific to the limited pro model of any. Just that if you want to sell it down the road you'll need a higher price for it and therefore the pool of buyers will be less. Not saying don't buy it. I just don't see the value. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwelhand Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 33 minutes ago, aandabooks said: Just that if you want to sell it down the road you'll need a higher price for it and therefore the pool of buyers will be less. Not saying don't buy it. I just don't see the value. Very good advice... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Mitch Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 There are no valid reasons to buy S2/3 Xtremes. DA trigger is garbage, Cerakote is a pathetic finish, front sight is too wide. Stock 3 regular is blued, which is the absolute worst finish of all time and why they rust. You could by the Stock 3, put in a good Dawson front sight, do a trigger job, send it out to be hard chromed, come out way ahead on price versus the Xtreme guns, and have a way better end product. Or put out a WTB for a Stock 2 Or buy a Shadow 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yigal Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 (edited) model like this? http://www.tanfoglio.it/eng/catalogo/sport-amp-competition/stock-iii-special.html better than painted gun. i choose a gun as a base from witch to start trigger repair and many other things that's what this forum exist Edited November 5, 2017 by yigal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjd1215 Posted November 5, 2017 Author Share Posted November 5, 2017 Based on the responses so far it looks like either a stock 3 or a limited pro. If I get either of these guns, what are the parts I need improve the performance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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