Is Gaston Glock on the same level as John Browning? - Page 12

TxGun · 02-13-2013, 01:28

The 1911 secured it's place as a firearms icon many decades ago. The Glock has also become an iconic firearm...not nearly to the level of the 1911...but iconic nevertheless. Both do what they do extremely well. But the question was, "is Gaston Glock on the same level as John Browning?". And the answer is, overwhelmingly, "not even close".

countrygun · 02-13-2013, 01:35

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Originally Posted by TxGun

The 1911 has it's place well secured in history. The Glock has it's place also. Both do what they do extremely well. But the question was, "is Gaston Glock on the same level as John Browning?". And the answer is an overwhelmingly consistent "not even close".

There is their problem. You can almost argue Glock V 1911
but that wasn't the question. Browning's Shotguns, .22 rifles and pistols, lever action rifles, Squad machine gun, light machine gun and heavy machine gun are all better than the ones Glock designed......wait a minute....

Nah. In answer to the OP's question GG couldn't hold a candle to JMB

bac1023 · 02-13-2013, 03:34

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Originally Posted by Tiro Fijo

That's becuause many of the 1911 fanboys here on GT are not real shooters. They like to sit around and choke each other's gopher by talking about pretty photos and engaging in "wiener measuring" contests by who has the most expensive 1911. Usually with 1911's the "inverse" principle is in play, i.e., the worst shots have the best guns. Sort of like the fat balding 60 yr. old who drives a Ferrari like a Dodge Dart, or the guy who drives the 70K SUV, has the fancy walnut range case with all the bells & whistles and then shoots a 12" group at 15 yds. with a Wilson.....slow fire. They then post on the Internet of how great it shoots. "best 4K I've ever spent!! Ragged hole at 2 yds!!"

Once again, you bring nothing to the table other than a bunch of nonsense. You still have yet to give the examples I asked for after your last idiotic post.

bac1023 · 02-13-2013, 03:36

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Originally Posted by mongo356

The 1911 triggers are nice they will never be a Glock trigger, they weren't DESIGNED

that way.

Thank God...

bac1023 · 02-13-2013, 03:57

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Originally Posted by caraker0341

The 1911 is for tinkerers and hobbyists who enjoy a plethora of parts to dick with and adjustments to be made.

People who speak like this generally don't know a thing about the subject matter, which is certainly true in this case.

bac1023 · 02-13-2013, 04:01

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Originally Posted by TxGun

The 1911 secured it's place as a firearms icon many decades ago. The Glock has also become an iconic firearm...not nearly to the level of the 1911...but iconic nevertheless. Both do what they do extremely well. But the question was, "is Gaston Glock on the same level as John Browning?". And the answer is, overwhelmingly, "not even close".

Thank you

The 1911 vs Glock debate is certainly an agrument that can be made.

JMB vs GG is ridiculous.

Bob Hafler · 02-13-2013, 07:02

I love this post.

I've had to put clear plastic over the keyboard so it doesn't get ruined from coffee being spit all over it. Some of these ridiculous statements trying to make it sound like a 1911 vs Glock and that GG with his one shot wonder is on the same level as JMB has had coffee coming out of my eyes.

The dog (Cairn Terrier) is sitting on the top of the desk next to me and can't figure out what is so darned funny about this flat screen in front of me. Just looking at her face has made this GG vs JMB not a 1911 vs Glock on and off topic post a blast. I'd say it's been interesting if it wasn't for some of the comments from the Glock trolls being so darned stupid, it's become funny. Thanks from Bob and Bella.

jb1911 · 02-13-2013, 07:46

While I love both Glocks and 1911s, no one is on the same level as JMB.

Bob Hafler · 02-13-2013, 07:55

jb 1911 this is funny.
Chuck Norris wears Hickok45 pajamas.

bac1023 · 02-13-2013, 11:14

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Originally Posted by Bob Hafler

I love this post.

I've had to put clear plastic over the keyboard so it doesn't get ruined from coffee being spit all over it. Some of these ridiculous statements trying to make it sound like a 1911 vs Glock and that GG with his one shot wonder is on the same level as JMB has had coffee coming out of my eyes.

The dog (Cairn Terrier) is sitting on the top of the desk next to me and can't figure out what is so darned funny about this flat screen in front of me. Just looking at her face has made this GG vs JMB not a 1911 vs Glock on and off topic post a blast. I'd say it's been interesting if it wasn't for some of the comments from the Glock trolls being so darned stupid, it's become funny. Thanks from Bob and Bella.

It's certainly an entertaining thread.

caraker0341 · 02-13-2013, 12:47

Some folks are getting all huffy over what is essentially a .45 vs 9mm thread. Kick back. Relax, and enjoy the ride. For those who have enjoyed this thread, glad to have ya.

P.s. 380 is better than 45 GAP.

bac1023 · 02-13-2013, 17:27

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Originally Posted by caraker0341

Some folks are getting all huffy over what is essentially a .45 vs 9mm thread. Kick back. Relax, and enjoy the ride. For those who have enjoyed this thread, glad to have ya.

I'm having a great time myself

caraker0341 · 02-13-2013, 17:50

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Originally Posted by bac1023

I'm having a great time myself

Glad to hear it! Now ditch that nickel plated sissy pistol and get yourself a hGlock.

bac1023 · 02-13-2013, 18:15

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Originally Posted by caraker0341

Glad to hear it! Now ditch that nickel plated sissy pistol and get yourself a hGlock.

I've got a few Glocks actually

Bob Hafler · 02-13-2013, 18:29

caraker0341 · 02-13-2013, 18:48

Didn't Browning make the Hi-Point?

Iceman cHucK · 02-13-2013, 20:23

I'll hold back my opinion until after I've fired the Glock Carbine!

bac1023 · 02-13-2013, 20:25

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Originally Posted by caraker0341

Didn't Browning make the Hi-Point?

Yep...

Stock Perfection · 02-14-2013, 22:09

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Originally Posted by countrygun

And here is a personal Glock Salute to Lady Gaga

Oh... My... God.

Batesmotel · 02-14-2013, 22:21

Go to Netflix and have them send you,

American Gunmaker. The John Browning Story.
Great documentary.
Sorry not available for streaming.

Get a real look into the man. Glock is a one hit wonder. Browning was a genius.

BTW. John Browning never abandoned his wife and family so he could screw his nurse.

TH237 · 02-15-2013, 07:15

To the original question...NO, not even close.

bac1023 · 02-15-2013, 15:56

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Originally Posted by Batesmotel

Go to Netflix and have them send you,

American Gunmaker. The John Browning Story.
Great documentary.

I actually never saw that, but will have to at some point.

Batesmotel · 02-15-2013, 23:16

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Originally Posted by bac1023

I actually never saw that, but will have to at some point.

Similar to the one listed in the previous page but in my opinion a much better film. Narrated by Fess Parker.

bac1023 · 02-16-2013, 04:16

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Originally Posted by Batesmotel

Similar to the one listed in the previous page but in my opinion a much better film. Narrated by Fess Parker.

Very cool

I'll check it out.

hogship · 02-16-2013, 06:42

This thread is still going?

Since opinions are the only thing that can be said of the original question......I might as well give mine.

There really is no comparison......John Moses Browning is so far above in status, over Gaston Glock, it's not even close.

To me, it appears as though Gaston Glock's primary motivation is/was to produce a single profitable firearm design. He designed Glock pistols to be cheap and reliable.....and he succeeded in this objective in a very big way. That's well and good, but this is the main distinction between him and JMB.

GG is a capitalist, and JMB is an artist. JMB didn't do this because he wanted money, or fame........he did it because he wanted to be the best he could be, and if anyone recognized that is not relevant to his motivations. He spent time and effort most every day of his life pursuing something that neither made him wealthy, or famous......and he couldn't care less if that happened, or not.

I recognize this, because I am an artist pursuing my dreams of becoming the best I can be making artistic wooden bowls on a wood-lathe. I fancy myself as along the same lines as that which I recognize in JMB. Neither money, nor fame is why I obsessively drive myself.....and, this is the biggest difference between myself, and most others who pursue this. There are others who produce some very outstanding bowls, but there is that little spark of "Vincent Van Gogh" energy that only a few people will ever recognize.....

I recognize this kind of substantive personal, and very special energy in JMB's life efforts.......and, it is distinctly absent in the Glock pistol.

JMB most assuredly spent a lifetime living and breathing firearms design, while GG merely responded to a market.

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