Looking to buy a second handgun?

Question

I'm looking to buy a second handgun and I was wondering about good choices for a caliber. I already own a Browning Buckmark .22 semi-automatic and now I'm looking for a centerfire caliber that is almost as cheap to shoot as .22's. I'm thinking about either a .380, a 9mm, or a .38 special. If anyone has some ideas, I'd be happy to hear from you. Thanks.

Answer 1

A 9mm semi -auto would be the way to go.Factory loads start at about $8 /50, sometimes even less.If you don't reload, this is the most ecomonical way to go. Check out the Glocks and other makes until you find something in your price range.

Answer 2

I don't think you will find a centerfire pistol caliber that is as cheap to shoot as the .22. The 9mm is probably the most economical since there is an abudance of 9mm ammo world-wide. Then the .38 follows. Ammo for a .380 can be costly as it can be with larger calibers like the forties n .45s.

If you buy a Ruger (like the old P-89) you can't really go wrong.

Best.

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Answer 3

The Best Choice is 357 Magnum because you get two (2)* handguns for the price of one.** You can shoot 38 caliber ammo in a 357 Magnum.** It is a great self defense & Target & Hunting caliber.** I recommend nothing less than a four (4)* inch barrel.** Awesome man & game stopper.* Its not what you pay for something that matters, its what you get for what you pay.** I recommend Smith & Wesson or Colt Brands.** Buy new or used and save $$$$$$.* A new one doesn't shoot any better than a used one.* Great Choice & Value for the $$.**

Answer 4

"Cheap" is relative. But one of the cheapest centerfire rounds is the 9mm.

I also second the Ruger as a sturdy, economical handgun. The P95 is the polymer-framed 9mm which is cheap, ugly, but practically indestructible.

I prefer the P89 which is only slightly more expensive, but has a metal alloy frame.

Another good-quality, mid-priced gun is the Springfield XD9. I prefer it to either of the Rugers, but mostly for personal reasons. I like the looks of it better, and I prefer the consistent trigger pull of this striker-fired gun over the double-action/single-action of the Rugers.

Answer 5

If you want to go cheap, get a .38 Spl. revolver and reload your own Ammo. The 38 is fairly cheap for remanufactured ammo in stores, but if you really want to shoot a lot and do it for less, RELOAD, RELOAD, RELOAD. Cast your own bullets and cut that price down even further. Casting your own and reloading gets you a 1000 rds. for what two boxes of factory run. Do the math....zip for bullets, $15.00 for powder and primers are, depending on the market, $15.00 to $20.00....
Sorry, I was thinking everyone owned reloading equipment. I've had mine for so long...Even after the initial payout you are going to save a bunch in the first few hundred rounds.

Answer 6

I have to concur with sheep on this one as I am a huge fan of the ruger p89's.

Depending on what you want to use it for and your shooting style I would take a look at revolvers as well.

I really enjoy shooting my .32 revolver. Like it so much in fact I bought one in semi and one in revolver.

It doesn't have a huge advantage for stopping power like the choices mentioned above, but if you just want a fun plinker with a bit more oomph I would look into it!

Cheers

Answer 7

9mm is a good choice, lots of different loads, easy to find, buy in bulk and save some bucks. My personal fav is the Browning Hi-power. Very reliable, will last a lifetime, very accurate, lots of aftermarket gear you can add to it, not much to dislike about it unless you prefer double action.

Answer 8

I would go with a 9mm and I prefer Ruger semi-auto handguns like p95dc that i carry

Answer 9

I'd go with the 9mm on this one (even though I don't like 9mms). You can find ammo ANYWHERE for cheap if you have a 9.