Which pistols are "good out of the box?"?

Question

Good day. Came across comments from various gun site and magazine describing a pistol as "good out of the box." Generally, does it mean that some pistols are not safe to use or would require modification prior first use?

Thank you.

Answer 1

What they are talking about is that some rifles and handguns need about 200 rounds run through them, (those are not good out of the box) If you don't you may have jams or have feeding problems... You should do this with any gun you get to be familar with it anyway...
These are guns i would trust with my family's lives..
Glock 19
9mm accurate reliable 9mm hi cap mags tactical drop mags(means they drop out for easy reloading) I think plastic is a plus plus there are a lot of configurations for your Glock sights adjustable and so on.
Beretta 92fs
(m9) solid 9mm hi cap mags TAC DROP
Cz-75
in 9mm about the same as above

NUMBER ONE IS tHE FN 57 is the best pistol out of the box...
FN 5.7 the ultimate combat pistol in my estimation shoots the fast LOW RECOIL 5.7 HIGH PENETRATION rounds and long distance accuracy.. even the hollow points are very penetrable. With low recoil and high penetration (plus a 20 round mag) you put this gun in hands of a unskilled user they will have the ability for faster follow up shots and engage multiple targets easy and accuralty. If some one else has one of these in there hands you will have a Problem! You put one of these in a skilled combatant. You will have a serious problem.... If you engage someone with this handgun in there hand you should treat them as they were armed with a rifle. And take cover.

Spanky

Answer 2

If a person refers to a " Pistol ", " Revolver ", or " Handgun " should the person listening need to then ask a question to determine which exactly the two are speaking of ? Is the purpose of a proper use of terms in the English Language to convey a complete and descriptive thought both in the conversation then understand ? Ahh, this brings us to a point I often make. Very often those who are very knowledgeable about a subject have a very difficult time answering a question, or speaking to address a subject without having to have specification to know how to provide an answer that will not cover days of disorientation, and yet actually provide the information requested. So personally in my mind, We have Rifles, Shotguns, and Handguns. To describe which type of handgun, I may drop the phrase " handgun " and refer more specifically to a Revolver. Now the person I am speaking with understands wholly what I am talking about. Is that not the proper use of our English Languge ? To continue, ( as I do, too often ) If we may be speaking of something that is not one that fall into the normal description of Rifle, Shotgun, or handgun, we could skip Handgun, A Revolver does not correctly describe it, so may be we need to be specific, and call it a Derringer for instance. Or, a single shot Handgun. See, in my mind when speaking with another shooter, I envision handgun to be one without a shoulder stock that is meant to be or can be held and fired in ONE hand. This is similar to the term " Longun " does that cause you to envision, a handgun in your mind ? Of, course not. The terms are considered universal by some, and more of a complete detail to others. I believe we are speaking of conveying a precise complete thought to another. And there in is the conundrum of the use of Handgun, Revolver, and Pistol. Now that really mucks things up in your mind doesn't it ? But, you asked.....

Answer 3

Some come with very small magazines, no magazines, need to be put together, need better grips, etc.

Some guns can be made really good with the addition of accessories.

It all depends on what you want to do with it... if you just want a pistol with a conceal carry permit then a smaller pistol like a .380 (Walther PPK is good) would probably be a good choice.... although they dont have a whole lot of stopping power, they are small enough to fit in your pocket.

If you are constantly putting yourself in danger, then you might want a 9mm or .38

Most guns are fine out the box. The best thing to do is go to your local gun shop, and pickup, feel, & sight several pistols and go with the one that you are the most comfortable with. The salesman should be able to make great recommendations as well.

There are a lot of choices out there, and if you are looking for personal protection, you need a firearm that you are really comfortable with, that you can conceal well, and that you can use effectively to kill the person that is trying to kill you, should it come down to that.

Answer 4

Generally they're talking about guns that have all the desireable features any handgunner would want without having to take it to a gunsmith for customizing. Best guns "out of the box" these days are H&K, Sig Sauer, and Glock...in that order.

Answer 5

Exactly what is the question? Easiest to shoot, easiest to load, most accurate, ? Easiest to shoot and load probably are revolvers. Don't have to worry about cartridge jamming. In general, the longer the barrel the more accurate. Someone recommend a Walther PPK. I have one and I would do better throwing the gun at the targets. High quality, etc but my Tauraus .357 with 6" barrel far more accurate. This is just my opinion.

Answer 6

Good out of the box means that there isn't any need for modification or adding after market parts. I recommend H&k or Glock.

Answer 7

all depending on your budget glock is very popular and acurate for the price out of the box. easy to break down too. Kimbers and other highdollar handguns like to jam for the first 1000 to 2000 rounds due to the tight fit

Answer 8

Smith & Wesson,Glock or Ruger are all good right out of the box.

Answer 9

There are some guns that need to be slicked up a little to work smoother. Not really that they are unsafe.

Answer 10

Usually they are talking about accuracy or aftermarket parts, such as light rails, ect. I would go with H&K. Can't go wrong.