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Indeed, it does depend. What the fuck do you want to use it for. Any other answer is stupid, like asking should I marry her?

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I KNEW it.

I know you're right.

Just self defense. Those 44 magnums look pretty cool but I'm afraid I'd blow my own head off.

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I would be very hesitant to recommend anything to a non shooter. Certainly not a .44 but I think you know that. Im not entirely sure this is even a serious post. Glock grip angle is a bit weird for people use to something else but can be overcome. I would recommend something with a true safety since you dont know what your doing, not a trigger safety ( who thought that was a good idea, dont pull the trigger dummy)

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I'm serious, I'm just a nut. This is great info and I appreciate it.

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Look at the Judge. Taurus revolver, shoots .45 rounds and .410 shotgun shells. 5 round capacity. Great for up close and far away.

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If you plan on concealed carrying, a single stack pistol, 9mm being the best choice due to capacity. If it's for home defense only, I'd probably do a long gun in a pistol cartridge, like a 9mm AR. Improves your chances of hitting your target, and cuts down on muzzle flash in a dark hallway.

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Yes, home defense, thanks very much.

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CZ-75

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Is that a revolver or automatic?

I watched one youtube video and they got me so confused on which one to buy.

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Picked up a 75 compact the other day. I was going to get the P-01, but it was bulkier and I wanted the smooth rounded edges of the compact for concealed carry.

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Just bought a PCR, pretty happy this is the top answer.

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Fool! No man can live on one pistol alone.

  1. You need a plinker (22LR) for practice - cheap and fun. Best to get one with a threaded barrel if you want add a suppressor later.
  2. You need a single stack compact 9MM for concealed carry.
  3. You need a large double stack 9MM or 40 for your bedside table.
  4. You need a "pistol" with a 12 inch barrel and a fake stock, because fuck the ATF. (CZ Scorpion EVO 3 or similar, lots of good options.)
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Wow. I better learn to shoot first. Thanks, good info.

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It's an addiction when you start shooting. Such a fun hobby. Used to be cheap before the ammo got stupid expensive (hence the 22LR as a good option), but yeah. Good luck.

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Yeah it must be, so many doing it on a regular basis including my boys (whom I can learn from as well if they can get the time).

Thanks!

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Also, going to a gun store is a lot like going to a jewelry store. You are going to get your own salesman, and they are actually there to help you. This is a major purchase and they make a good margin on it. The same way that women look at the whole case of jewelry and try on a few rings, the gun store is happy to let you "try on" a few pistols (hold them, point them in safe directions, etc.) You can dry fire some guns after asking. Some guns can be damaged by dry firing, and the clerk will let you know which ones, which is why you ask. If you are holding a gun and it doesn't feel right then it is probably a bad purchase* and you should move on to trying another pistol.

People don't work in gun stores for the money, like at Target. They work there because they are gun nuts, like the comic book store. That guy (if he seems down to earth and not an obvious nutcase) is almost certainly going to give you good advice -- at least better than guessing.

*There aren't many "bad" gun purchases -- unless you vastly overpay -- because guns rarely depreciate in value (unless you break them) and usually appreciate. Investing in guns is probably safer than the stock market. But you can certainly end up in a bad purchase in that you don't like the gun and end up trading it six months later. BTW, selling trading guns to a gun store is also common. They have to get a margin, but you can also trade guns on some gun forums.

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> If you are holding a gun and it doesn't feel right then it is probably a bad purchase

Best advice that I'm hearing.

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The one the fits in your hands and you like the best. Go hold, rent a bunch.

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Try some out you're saying. I gotta admit I know about as much about pistols as I know about cars.

If Glocks are good enough for cops why not just get one of those?

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There's nothing wrong with Glocks. Same can be said of many brands. Sig, Beretta, Ruger, CZ, Smith and Wesson, etc are all quality mainstream brands. What are you looking for in a handgun? If concealability isn't a concern AR pistols are nice. Great for home defense.

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>If concealability isn't a concern

I don't think so at this point.

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Cops carry glocks for the same reason they drive Ford Explorers -- it's what the department issues. Many, many cops don't care about guns, don't shoot guns other than to qualify to carry it, and know fuck all about them. They strap on the issued gun and climb in the issued squad.

That said, I still recommend a Glock, for the same reason that I recommend a Toyota Camry for a 16 year old getting their drivers license. It's the most common car in the country, it's reliable, and if you manage to fuck it up there are plenty of replacement parts and people who know how to work on them.

Is it sexy? Nope. Is is the fastest thing out there? Nope. Is is a sold, dependable choice for starting out? Absolutely. A Glock 17 is the Toyota Camry of guns. (The Glock 19 is the Corolla.)

Oh, and just like the Toyotas, buying a used 20 year old model for cheaper is a good idea. Guns can wear out, but it takes a long, LONG time, and the wear parts are easily replaced (usually springs and very rarely barrels.)

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A lot of ranges let you rent different pistols. All are different sizes and shapes. Some will be too small, some to large. Some feel good, some feel awkward. Its a very personal thing.

Best ways.

Go shooting with friends and try their guns Go to a range the rents guns and try different ones. Or at the very least go to a gun store and HOLD different guns, and talk to them about the different ones.

Sure glocks are nice.

Cops use glocks in .40cal. 40 is SNAPPY. I prefer a glock in 9mm or 45acp. I prefer 9mm and 45acp in most my pistols.

So as you can see, you only will really know till you shoot it. Also is why people collect guns. Buy your first pistol, then later upgrade, and get different ones.

My pick for low entry point, and a decent gun without breaking the bank is.

A SCCY CPX2. Small can easily conceal, under $300. Good warranty. Made in FL USA. Carried mine for years never an issue.

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>A SCCY CPX2. Small can easily conceal, under $300. Good warranty. Made in FL USA. Carried mine for years never an issue.

I will check that one out for sure.

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An M2011. That's what I want to get next

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Get a heritage rough rider .22. Least accurate for your money but still fun. Bonus, .22 shot shells are super effective against spiders.

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Thanks (I used to have one of those 22 caliber pellet rifles).

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Grab a 80% pistol

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A pistol that is 20% incomplete and has to have the final milling completed, aka as Ghost Gun. There are jigs that you buy that will allow you to complete the gun with a drill press, and then you have a gun with no Form 4472, no serial number, and no definitive paperwork on. (They can still figure out you bought a bunch of parts and an 80% lower, but no official paperwork.)

It's a terrible idea for you. You don't know how to assemble a gun, and you don't know what could go wrong and blow your hand up.

Buy a Glock 17 (or 19 if they don't have 17s) and be happy. It was my first gun, and I'm still carrying it at least once a week 30 years later.

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I'm a welder and fabricator ain't scared to mill a 1inch sort or 2 screw holes gtfoh. You can do it with a burr bitt and a hand drill but I can how tinkering scared you. Man didn't learn ins and out of guns without collateral damage

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I'm not afraid of finishing my own 80% gun. Hell, if I had a mill, I would enjoy getting a block of steel and starting with a 0% "receiver."

I'm afraid of someone who doesn't own a gun and doesn't even have an idea which one to buy grabbing an 80% lower and trying to finish it.

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You mean like an old Remington Fireball?

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No like a 80% lower online. Non traceable. Doesn't get registered and no serials

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Ah, gotcha. Yeah I think I still have to give info when buying gold, stupid.

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Stacco

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Will check it out. Dang you guys are eclectic..

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It depends

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