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Originally posted by }{arlequin
I've decided to learn how to fire a weapon. Now I'm looking at different types of handguns. I've heard of all the great guns out there, and have seen the "glamorous" looking ones on film. What's the reality of it?
I know I am not looking for a revolver. Not yet. I know that most beginners are told to start w/ simpler guns, such as revolvers. I'm interested in an automatic.
I don't have super huge hands so I'm not looking for a really wide grip. I guess that rules out some of the high capacity clips/guns, right? Does the caliber play a big role in the gun's size? I am probably going to go w/ a 9mm due to low cost of the bullets. It may not be the most powerful but it's fairly universal and I am using it to learn to aim etc.
I've been given several suggestions:
Beretta (Cheetah model, due to its size, not quite full frame)
Sig 228
1911
I know that Glocks are user friendly but I'd like to stick to the "traditional" gun design to better acquaint myself with them. From all the 1911s out there, how do you decide which one? For cost reasons I'd like to keep out of the lineup all the "special" models that have been massaged by a gunsmith etc.
Do same models of guns have different sights? Fixed vs. adjustable? What's the benefit? Tritium finish? Any suggestions welcome.
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Well, I have some experience with this topic. :-)
First of all, what is the intended purpose of the weapon?
Second, how much are you willing to spend?
If all you want to do is target practice, I would just get a .22 or 9mm. The .22 is a lot of fun, accurate, and you can shoot all day long for $10. My fav is the Ruger Mark II you go with a .22
For a 9mm, there are so many choices. Personally, I like Glocks, but I like the Springfield XD9 better. The CZ75b is also a great gun. There really are a lot of choices out there.
Will you be carrying this gun(concealed)? If so, don't count out the revolver. It is the least prone to failure and easy to conceal.
I guess that you need to narrow down the scope a bit and give us some more details. Your question is like asking what kind of vehicle you should buy... Without knowing if you want a sedan or SUV, or if you can afford a Lexus or a Honda, our recommendations will be all over the place.
Give us some more details, as well as what state you live in, and I am sure we can give some good advice.
I personally favor my 1911 for a home protection gun, and I carry a slim pocket pistol in .32ACP.
If the **** were to ever hit the fan, I have an AK47 and an AR15 carbine as well. :-)