What's a good gun...........?

Question

........for using at the range and personal protection?

Answer 1

By far the best choice for a first-time handgun owner is a revolver.

.357mag is preferred, but .38spl will suffice. You may shoot .38spl ammo in a .357, one of the rare cases where you can safely load and fire ammo of one caliber in another, however the inverse is not the case.

Choosing a revolver gives you a solid firearm that is easy to load and operate. It allows you to focus your practice on shooting correctly and safe handling, not dealing with removable magazines, slides, safeties, etc.

Revolvers are not at all obsolete....they are frankly the most dependable and easy to operate handgun.

I recommend a stainless model, from Smith & Wesson, Ruger, Colt or Taurus.

Answer 2

how about a wish lists... marlin SBL 45/70 lever action, pair of nickel m1911 a1's, BFR chambered in 45/70, S&W 500 mag, STI match master, maybe a pair of single actions in 45 colt, a quality rifle in 338 lapua, a 30-06 that i can shoot (not the old Winchester) a new .270, and better 22 that doesn't have the accuracy problems after 20 rounds a 357 or 44 with a 2 inch barrel, currently searching for one... Not sure about shotguns, but definitely a slug gun, perhaps an 870 or a 500 for home defense, My issue is I have several never been fired guns, and I'm not about to start with those, like the Winchester 70 from 1940, will not ever shoot that, and that the economy sucks, and I just started.

Answer 3

If your a beginner I would recommend a revolver in either .38 special, or .357 mag specifically a S&W model 10, 620,or 686 or even better (imo) a Ruger GP100.Revolvers are accurate, dependable, and are not affected by what type of ammo are put through it whether it's JHP, FMJ, CRN, CLN, or whatever you want to put through it. it will fire every time you pull the trigger whether your holding it limp-wristed, upside down (my colt series 80 wont fire upside down) or firing in rapid fire (all speed shooting records have been set by DA revolvers) and most importantly it wont jam. They are generally more accurate out of the box than automatics, the sights are generally better than standard automatics (imo) and a double action trigger pull on a revolver is better and smoother than the double action trigger on any automatic (I hate the glock trigger) you never have to worry about hitting the wrong button when you pick up the gun in the middle of the night (if you hit the mag release on an auto your in deep sh#t). If any one knows of an automatic that has the balance handling and shootability of a fine Double Action revolver tell me because I want to buy it. You can adapt a revolver to fit many different hand sizes by simply changing grips, which only requires the removal of one screw.So in my humble opinion go with a revolver.

If your not a beginner, or dont like revolvers (heathen!!!) I would recommend something Double action only such as a glock or a S&W Sigma, disregard what you've heard about them I own three and I like them more than my Glocks that cost twice as much. The problems were with the older model from years ago.

Answer 4

The one that you've rented and fired a lot, and that which fits your needs- revolver, semi-auto, whatever. THEN you get proper training from a credible instructor. I have a Ballester Molina [ near copy of 1911A1] that works for me .

Answer 5

A .9mm is perfect. Practice ammo is cheap and defensive ammo only costs a bit more. Or, if you prefer a revolver, a .38/.357 Magnum revolver. Again, .38 Special practice ammo is cheap and +P .38s or .357 Mag. rounds are somewhat more costly.

Answer 6

Here is a photo of me with my gat of choice: http://www.hellinahandbasket.net/Twelfth.jpg

it's boo-yah for personal protection

Answer 7

Nothing but a 357 Magnum or 45 ACP is an acceptable self-defense firearm*...

Answer 8

We use Glock Model 22s or Model 23s at work. Once you get used to them they are fairly accurate, VERY reliable and as safe as just about any other model. Just keep your finger off the trigger until you're ready to fire..

Your mileage may vary.

Answer 9

The one you own.

Miketyson26

Answer 10

None. Use common sense.