I know I post a few years ago about a first pistol and I still haven't buy one yet just couldn't decide I have looked at glocks m&p revolver bersa thunder just about every pistol my local shops have I have handle them been looking at different 1911 and they feel pretty in my hand I have handle a rock island a ati commander style a ruger and a taurus and I like the feel of the taurus the best it felt really good in my hand. It wouldn't be technically my first pistol I have a sa 22lr revolver that was my grandfather and have shot it alot but I want something I can carry and shoot I mostly carry while I'm hunting or fishing mosty just thought I would get some advice here
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Vern Humphrey
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Actually, a good .22 LR would fill the bill exactly -- cheap to shoot, and ideal for carrying while hunting and fishing.
But since you're talking about what you WANT, I think you should go with whatever floats your boat.
But since you're talking about what you WANT, I think you should go with whatever floats your boat.
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For what you want, it's hard to beat Ruger Mark series pistols. They are tons of fun, cheap to shoot, crazy accurate, affordable and will last several lifetimes. They are also very easy to shoot well.
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So a centerfire, then? I think it depends on if you want a revolver or a semi-auto.
If a revolver, it's hard to do better than a .357 magnum of some sort that also shoots .38 Special. My first handgun was (and still is) a Ruger GP100.
If a semi-auto, a 9mm makes for affordable centerfire practice and all around versatility. My first centerfire auto loader was a Beretta 92FS.
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^^^^^^^ This
Peter Gun
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Buy what feels good, got start somewhere. Go with whatever 1911 feels good to you.
Whatever you get, shoot it like crazy. Buy tons of ammo and shoot, shoot, shoot! You may change your mind after you shoot it a lot, but that's ok, get something else that feels good.
Whatever you get, shoot it like crazy. Buy tons of ammo and shoot, shoot, shoot! You may change your mind after you shoot it a lot, but that's ok, get something else that feels good.
Vern Humphrey
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Don't worry, it won't be -- they're addictive.
Yes, I agree with 460Shooter, this ^^^^^^^^^^^. In my case, it was a CZ75. Later a Ruger .357 (Speed Six).
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Good advice here about trying out as many different pistols and revolvers to see which ones have the best "feel" to them. For instance I have small hands. A lot of full size service autos, like the Beretta Model 92 and the Glock 17, don't feel comfortable in my hand or the ergonomics just don't seem right. Now give me a 1911 or a Browning Hi-Power and I'm right at home with the way they fit my hand.
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Back in 1987, the day after I turned 21, I bought my first handgun, a Taurus M66 .357 Magnum. It didn't take long for me to learn that the hours-long plinking sessions I'd gotten used to with my Ruger 10/22 would quickly become rather expensive if the revolver got much play time. About two weeks later, I was back in the sporting goods store for the Ruger Mk-II Standard they had.
I still have both guns.
Either that Taurus, or the slimmer Ruger Service Six I have, would be a fine trail sidearm when hunting, but that's not something I've gotten to do. For fishing here in Florida, a .22LR S/A revolver feels pretty good on the hip. I have three, a Ruger NM Single-Six, a 4.75-inch HRR, and a 3.5-inch "birdshead" HRR.
I still have both guns.
Either that Taurus, or the slimmer Ruger Service Six I have, would be a fine trail sidearm when hunting, but that's not something I've gotten to do. For fishing here in Florida, a .22LR S/A revolver feels pretty good on the hip. I have three, a Ruger NM Single-Six, a 4.75-inch HRR, and a 3.5-inch "birdshead" HRR.
You haven't really given enough information for us to you any more than very random, generic advice. Why are you wanting to carry it while hunting or fishing? What is it's purpose? To look cool? (nothing wrong with that, but it may change the advice) Will it be concealed? Will it actually be used for hunting? If so, what is the intended game animal? Squirrels? Elk? Is this for self defense from humans? We need more info my friend.
chicharrones
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Funny, after a few years of owning the 92FS, I sold it and purchased a CZ75D PCR to replace it.
I mostly hunt on public land in a country north of my country and pretty close to a state prison, and I'm close to Memphis, tn. So, I just have a fear of running into a drug operation or deal. I have looked a lot at a glock 19 but, it just doesn't feel right in my hand like say a 1911 does. I would love a revolver especially a ruger security six. I probably will get a revolver next.
A country north of your country? You mean Canada? Not gonna carry a Glock 19 or 1911 or any pistol for self defense purposes there. I have a sneaking suspicion you meant "county", not "country", but it is what you wrote so.....
I'll make it easy, Glock 19.
Everyone should have at least one. If most newbies just bought one right off the bat and then used the rest of their money, energy and research time on ammo, mags and training and other stuff that matters that would kill most of the gun related net and the world would be a better place.
If the newbie just hates polymer I'd vote that the other standard choice be a CZ-75 Compact.
Everyone should have at least one. If most newbies just bought one right off the bat and then used the rest of their money, energy and research time on ammo, mags and training and other stuff that matters that would kill most of the gun related net and the world would be a better place.
If the newbie just hates polymer I'd vote that the other standard choice be a CZ-75 Compact.
I did mean county sorry I have always had a problem with getting them mix up
You should focus on getting some basic training first and then pick a handgun. I did a brief Google search and found this place near you: http://www.rangeusa.com/classes_description_entrylevel.php#1 Maybe check out a couple of their intro courses. An educated purchase decision based on hands on training is always better than one based on a bunch of random advice from the internet.
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You're about ten years late to the party if you want a Security Six; they are scarce as hen's teeth now. A word on Glocks: they balance like a 2x4, but it takes learning that SPECIFIC platform. They are easy to shoot well, almost without exception.
That said, I have 5 handguns and shoot 3 of them. If it were me buying my first pistol, I'd buy a CZ-75B, then a S&W 686 .357 Magnum, then a Glock 30 .45 ACP, then I'd call it quits.
For what it's worth I have two of these three. My .357 currently is a 6" S&W M27-2. Given a chance to buy a different .357, I might well buy a 686, The 27 is a heavy beast and it's physically a BIG gun. A 1911 was my first handgun; I've owned it ten years and haven't shot it in almost six years
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Funny, after a few years of owning the 92FS, I sold it and purchased a CZ75D PCR to replace it.
Good for you man.
I prefer the feel, function, and finality (fatality) of the 1911, but the CZ75 is a LOT BETTER (in every way) than the 92.
Three tips:
1. Money is tight, and you need to shoot a LOT to be good . . . so go with a .22 auto. The ammo is always the most expensive part of buying/using a gun. Put the money in lots of cheap .22LR ammo.
2. You'll never be a good pistol shot until you learn NOT to flinch . . . so don't get a "boomer," go with a .22 auto. Plus, a decent target .22 pistol isn't much money and you'll think you're an incredible shooter in no time, for they are super, super accurate.
3. Invest in great training from someone who understands all the intricate little things that can turn you into a really fine shot.
Bottom line . . . if you want to be good, start with a .22 auto to complement the .22 revolver. Get a boomer centerfire later, and when your accuracy goes south on you . . . always start your practice sessions with the .22 and your groups will tighten right up!
1. Money is tight, and you need to shoot a LOT to be good . . . so go with a .22 auto. The ammo is always the most expensive part of buying/using a gun. Put the money in lots of cheap .22LR ammo.
2. You'll never be a good pistol shot until you learn NOT to flinch . . . so don't get a "boomer," go with a .22 auto. Plus, a decent target .22 pistol isn't much money and you'll think you're an incredible shooter in no time, for they are super, super accurate.
3. Invest in great training from someone who understands all the intricate little things that can turn you into a really fine shot.
Bottom line . . . if you want to be good, start with a .22 auto to complement the .22 revolver. Get a boomer centerfire later, and when your accuracy goes south on you . . . always start your practice sessions with the .22 and your groups will tighten right up!
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