I live in Vermont so none of the "gun laws" apply.
2007-01-15 07:47:19 · 13 answers · asked by Jess B 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Other - Society & Culture
I bought my wife a S&W model 2213 .22 caliber semi-automatic, she loves it! She also has small hands and this particular model fits her perfectly, plus the slide is easy for her to manipulate. Unfortunately S&W doesn't make that model anymore but you can find them used for around $200-$250.
If you don't have a lot of experience with handguns I would recommend a .38 calibre revolver like a S&W LadySmith. Revolvers are much more user-friendly than their semi-automatic counterparts, especially if you are just starting out.
I would also recommend taking a course on firearm safety and spending a lot of time at the range getting familiar with how your handgun handles, once you choose one that is.
Being familiar with your handgun and how it points and shoots could be the differance between life and death when/if the time comes that you ever have to defend yourself. My aunt was killed with her own handgun because she failed to become familiar with it, she assumed that just having one would be good enough. The guy who broke in called her bluff when she pulled it on him, he took it from her, raped her, then shot/killed her. This happened in 1991 and the case is still open because he has never been caught. If she had spent some time at the range and taken a few self-defence courses the outcome may have been a lot different- 1 dead bad guy and I would still have my aunt.
2007-01-15 08:25:57 · answer #1 · answered by Kevin B 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Kal-Tec has a 9 mm ($300) in a small auto that is a good gun. If you can load it then you can shoot it. No hammer or safety-just pull the trigger.
Also Beretta has a 32 cal. Tomcat ($400) that is easy to load.
Go to the gun shop-they can help you find whats right for you.
2007-01-15 07:55:15 · answer #2 · answered by Mr Marc 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get a revolver, they don't jam and are easier to figure out for a beginner. Six rounds should do the trick, for safety though leave the first cylinder empty. Semi automatic 9 millimeters are not beginner guns. Try a .38 Cal. to start, six inch barrel.
2007-01-15 07:51:55 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go to your gun range and try out a few if you have friends that have guns. If you can handle a 9 mil. you should use that. If you can't you can go down to a 22 mil. which can be jsut as accurate but wont always do the job.
2007-01-15 07:51:18 · answer #4 · answered by urrrp 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They make a Lady 38 revolver.. Smith and Wesson I believe. I would say go to your local gun store and feel different guns and pick out the one you like the best.
2007-01-15 07:50:20 · answer #5 · answered by tchem75 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
For a novice user, a glock or .38 caliber.
2007-01-15 07:51:56 · answer #6 · answered by Craig T 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I love my glock, you should try a 22 or 23 Glock
2007-01-15 07:50:45 · answer #7 · answered by bb77blueeyes 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
definitely a .22 caliber semi-auto reliable cheap easy to use and control..plus it is the weapon of choice for most assassins great weapon...my first..and i do not care what anyone says about a .22 let me shoot you with one at 10-15ft and lets see if you keep coming
2007-01-15 07:52:32 · answer #8 · answered by mrdavidc1974 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
get a .25 cal. if youre gonna get a gun. but for krikes sake. be careful.
2007-01-15 07:50:02 · answer #9 · answered by dm41901 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
9mm Baretta.
2007-01-15 07:49:51 · answer #10 · answered by Uncle Tim 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋