I'm moving into a place of my own soon, and I feel it would be best to have some method of self defense. I feel I am responsible enough for a gun, and certainly physically strong enough to handle most anything. I do, however, want something on the medium to small scale because I also intend on getting a concealed gun permit. Any suggestions?
2006-08-14 04:22:23 · 9 answers · asked by swisted 1 in Social Science ➔ Gender Studies
Have you fired a handgun before? If not, then go to a local shooting range and spend an hour or two trying out a few.
I would suggest a 9mm. Glock 19 I believe is the compact. I have full size 9mms and .45s so my knowledge of compact guns is limited. You can get a Colt 1911 Commander style size .45 with a 3inch barrel that would give you all the stopping power you need.
And as a few have said already, An S&W J frame revolver to avoid snags if you're gonna CCW.
2006-08-14 04:35:01 · answer #1 · answered by JediGuitarist 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Consider a .38 revolver with a 4" barrel. The revolver is highly reliable and with +P ammuntion, it has plenty of stopping power. I would suggest a Smith & Wesson J-frame because the hidden hammer won't catch on anything if you have to extract the gun from your clothing, under the bed, etc...
2006-08-14 11:29:14 · answer #2 · answered by Irish Eyes 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Go to a reputable firearm dealer, get information and do research about the makes and models. You make be able to take a gun safety course before purchasing, same with conceal and carry permits, some will "rent" the firearm for the course. Go to a shooting range, you can rent different guns for target practice and find one you are comfortable with. I like to shoot for fun, don't carry it around with me. Self defense classes are a good addition to round out your ability to protect yourself.
2006-08-14 11:34:40 · answer #3 · answered by msuzyq 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Go to a shop and check out a few different ones and see what you're comfortable handling. I prefer a 9mm or .357 personally.
2006-08-14 13:56:17 · answer #4 · answered by nimbleminx 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I understand how you feel..but you need to know that if you decide to use it and take someones life...that person better have shot at you threat to take your life...try some self defense class..have a bat on hand....believe guns are not a toy....
2006-08-14 11:32:31 · answer #5 · answered by babo1dm 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Walther PPK
2006-08-14 11:29:43 · answer #6 · answered by DB 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
With all do respect, if you're so certain you are "strong" and "capable" why do you feel the need for a handgun?
2006-08-14 12:41:03 · answer #7 · answered by man_id_unknown 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
.380. this is like a 9mm short. my ex had one. low kick if any
2006-08-14 11:28:09 · answer #8 · answered by fasteddie 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Saw off shotgun. Point and shoot
2006-08-14 19:36:32 · answer #9 · answered by poeticmn91271 1 · 1⤊ 2⤋