The one the fits in your hands and you like the best. Go hold, rent a bunch.
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?
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.
>If concealability isn't a concern
I don't think so at this point.
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.)
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.
>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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