[lm6y]

Definitely try a 1911. I have two. For some reason, they just "fit". If you can, try out the 22's. Good fun, for CHEAP! I recently put a few rounds through a Browning Buckmark, and now I'm in the market for one. When you factor in the price of 22LR ammo against the 357mag, and 45 ACP I'm shooting now, it will pay for itself in a year.

But as others have said, SAFETY FIRST!
Check your chamber
Keep the muzzle pointed downrange
Know your target and what's behind it
Finger off the trigger until you want to fire
When you're done firing, if it's a semi auto, leave the slide locked back, with the magazine out. If it's a revolver, leave the cylinder open. This lets everyone know that the gun isn't in a firing position with a quick glance.

Get in the habit of checking the chamber right off the bat. More people get hurt with a gun they THINK is unloaded than anything else.

Also, if you see someone doing something stupid, DON'T be shy to yell cease fire, and point it out to the range officer. It's better for someone to go home with hurt feelings, than with lead poisoning.

Prepare to become addicted.