"Buy once, cry once" is the motto of the competition shooter. Buy the best gun that you can almost afford, because if you don't, you are going to upgrade soon. If you really get into this sport, you are likely to accumulate several purpose driven pistols.
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The Firearm - here are some of the most common competition firearms. Consider the division / class in which you would like to compete in order to make the correct purchase. You can learn more about the specifications at "Know the Rules".
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$$ - versitile, mid priced
There are endless modications that can be made with this platform.
The serialized paer is the FCU (fire control unit)
$ - price conscious, reliable.
Canik ships with everything you need to get started; holster, mags, maintenance equipment
$ - Get some Dawson Precision sights, or buy the MOS version for a red dot.
Buff the trigger and get a 3.5# connector...good to go!
$ - not as popular currently, but reliable
Most competitors will swap out the trigger to something like the Apex
$$$$ - High end, high quality, high service
Currently, Atlas serves as the high end standard. There is no grip safety, which in my opinion, is a step up.