Smokin Gator
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Yes. You see new shooters with little to no experience yet they just have to get a 10mm, 500 S&W, 300 Winchester Magnum.
Mostly the answer to what gun to get is to shoot a few different guns until you find one you are comfortable with and then get some very basic training in how to safely use that particular firearm.This is a pretty good article on giving advice about firearms purchasing and use: https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/how-to-give-good-advice-when-youre-asked-about-guns/
One point I find most important is that lots of folk (like here) immediately turn the conversation into comparative stopping power, etc. without discussing training, mindset. etc. So many ask things like what 45 ACP should I buy - when they haven't training and/or competed. If the gun is to fight for your life - most of the hardware discussions are trivial with any modern, quality firearm.