re: Help me decide whether to get a Glock 17 or Walther P99

As you read through this thread and the responses given, you see the issue with people and their interpretations of guns (among other things).

You have two specific guns mentioned and in my mind a great case could be made for either depending upon your criteria. As many have stated, other similar makes and brands would be up for consideration as well.

The way I see it a vast majority of people hear GLOCK or HK or SIG and well by price and name alone they are the best and if you don't have one of those it's junk. That's their opinion. I have 5 Walthers and I love every one of them.

Do your research and look for facts. Hold and shoot what you are thinking of purchasing if you have the ability to do so. Look at things you may not think of such as breakdown (you would be surprised on some models just how big of a pain that is for cleaning).

Then make the best decision for YOU that you can