When considering pistols for the title of the best around the world, first of all, the impact on the world arms market, the revolutionary design and the massive use of them were taken into account. All representatives of the global pistol market - military, hunting, sporting and civilian models - took part in the review. Due to the fact that many pistols are modifications of one specific model, then this pistol model will receive a place in the rating.
So, actually the rating of pistols for the title of the best in the world:
1. Glock pistols
With the advent of these pistols, a new era in the development of personal firearms begins. The absolute record holder of recent decades, in terms of the number of modifications and other pistols created on the model of the Glock, few people will compete with modern pistols. The main differences are:
- excellent reliability;
- polymer frame;
- increased ammunition;
- USM with non-stop effort on the trigger;
- without external fuse;
- many modifications for a wide range of ammunition.
2. Colt pistols, in particular the Colt M1911A1
The "oldest" pistol in service was created by designer D. Browning. Played a major role in the development of pistols. Today it is the most massive pistol in the world, it has the widest number of different clones. Key Features:
- automation with a short barrel stroke;
- locking at the top of the barrel with 2 lugs;
- using a steel shackle to disengage the bolt and barrel;
- trigger trigger with open trigger single action;
- non-automatic safety lock on the frame;
- automatic safety lock - key on the back of the handle;
- single-row magazine in the handle;
- clip for the store, made as a button;
- used caliber.45 APC.
Since we have already mentioned D. Browning, truly the greatest weapons designer, we share the second place with the Browning "Hi-Power" pistol. The pistol was created after the death of the brilliant designer, but according to his drawings. The pistol turned out to be so successful that at one time various modifications of this pistol formed the basis of military personal weapons in many countries of the world.
3. Pistols CZ-75/85
Undoubtedly the best creation of Czech gunsmiths. Although the pistol was created in the 80s, it received the greatest fame in Western countries. The highest indicators of reliability, convenience, as well as the simplicity of the design itself brought the Czech pistol a well-deserved success. In terms of the number of clones released, it is second only to the Colt series pistols. Key Features:
- the shutter moves along the guides inside the frame;
- USM is constructively assembled as a separate unit.
4. Pistol Desert Eagle "Mk XIX"
Created by American and modified by Israeli designers. It was the first and today the only, high-quality and powerful pistol. Oddly enough, the pistol gained popularity in the civilian arms market. If other pistols first conquered the paramilitary units and only then conquered the rest, the powerful "Desert Eagle", thanks to computer games and world cinema, quickly won the hearts of all connoisseurs of powerful personal weapons. The Desert Eagle variant with 50 AE ammunition is today one of the most powerful serial self-loading pistols. The design of the weapon is quite original. Feature - a gas outlet propulsion system is used.
5. Stechkin pistol
Domestic APS Stechkin - an original development, a distinctive feature of the pistol, is the butt-holster, docked to the pistol. Definitely one of the best domestic pistols. But as the saying goes - you were not born there. It is quite possible that if such a pistol appeared in the United States, it would now be in the top three. Key Features:
- increased firepower;
- increased efficiency due to the capacious store;
- firing not only single shots, but also bursts;
- the pistol is provided with a retarder for the rate of fire;
- reduced sound from a shot compared to conventional pistols.
6. Remington XP-100 pistol
A fundamentally and constructively new pistol for sports and hunting. Roughly speaking - a sawn-off shotgun type rifle. He made a huge contribution to the development of pistols of this type. Pistols based on the design and principle of the Remington XP-100 are the most popular pistols for hunting and long range sport shooting. It was these pistols that led to the next decision - the use of optical sights on various pistols. Key Features:
-use as ammunition of a rifle cartridge;
- shortened rifle bolt;
- original and comfortable, completely plastic pistol stock;
- firing from both the right and left hands;
- the empty space in front of the pistol holds up to 5 ammunition.
Sixth place in the ranking went to the Thompson - Center Contender pistol. Another gun for hunting and shooting. In fact, it is the ancestor of hunting with a pistol. It is still considered a cult example of a hunting pistol. The main feature is the extraordinary ease of changing the barrel, which made it possible to use a variety of ammunition.
7. Pistol Heckler & Koch USP
One of the most successful pistol designs for special and police units. The polymer frame and the Browning-Peter locking system gave excellent results. Due to its features, it has become widely used throughout the world. Key Features:
- USM double or double - single action;
- a proprietary buffer system is used to reduce the friction force;
- differs in extremely unpretentious conditions of use, is not afraid of heat, cold, dirt and falls;
- quick change of caliber is possible.
8. Pistol Taurus PT-111 "Millenium Titanium"
This pocket-sized pistol was included in our rating for an exceptional combination of power and increased ammunition. The small size, combined with the features of the pistol, has greatly expanded the scope of its application. Key Features:
- constant readiness for use;
- ammunition 9x19 Parabellum;
- the use of titanium in the design of the pistol;
- ammunition 12 rounds.
9. Pistol Walther PP / PPK
Designed as a police pistol. Became one of the earliest pistols to receive the trigger. Has a large number of clones. By the way, the domestic PM is one of them. He received a well-deserved success not only in the military, but also in the civilian market.
10. PSS pistol
At the bottom of our rating is an extremely amazing domestic-made pistol. Silent and self-loading, this pistol does not use a silencer and is unparalleled worldwide. The main feature is the use of a special cartridge, in which the powder gases are cut off inside the sleeve, due to which the clap of a shot does not sound stronger than an ordinary clap. Again, the trouble with this pistol is that it was not born there. Without widespread use, the PSS could not achieve great results in our rating. Key Features:
- special ammunition SP-4;
- small dimensions;
- original design;
- low weight.
Well, in conclusion, I would like to say a few words about the GSh-18 pistol. Excellent domestic development of personal weapons. The pistol is capable of reaching great heights in the arms market. But in the leaders of the best pistols in the world, he "does not shine" to get - the pistol is not a completely original development, but there is a variation of the Glock pistol. Perhaps the next modification of the GSh-18 pistol will bring him well-deserved fame and honor.
