First Handgun - Like a "Honda"

Haven't actually done anything, I was casually shooting .22lr at a club but it wasn't until I shot handgun last weekend that I realized it's what I want to practice and become my new weekend hobby.

I don't think the waiting time will bother me so much, I have a place within an hour that I can rent handguns at to ease the pain.

If someone doesn't mind helping, can they PM me the steps required to apply for for my RPAL? I was told by a member at the rifle club I can do a challenge test since I have some experience with their rifles, although I am not sure if I should do that or take the course offered in June at target sports canada in Ontario.

What should I do
 
if you have a normal PAL, then just challenge it. parts of it will be similar to the PAL and the few extra bits you can learn quickly. if you know how to actually handle handguns and how to store and transport them, that would cover the majority of the differences.
 
I believe one of the best values for the $$$ and performance is Tanfoglio. Of course, I own one (looking for another one to add to the collection) So I might be biased.

But they shoot very well, and fit.

Of course since they are based off of a CZ 75, I would have to give props to the CZ for being even more bang for the buck (pardon the pun)
 
I've got both a Beretta 92FS and a Sig P229. I'd be happy to let your try both and watch you decide for yourself in favour of the Sig.

PM me, I'll take you to Burlington.
 
Got Juice? said:
I believe one of the best values for the $$$ and performance is Tanfoglio. Of course, I own one (looking for another one to add to the collection) So I might be biased.

But they shoot very well, and fit.

Of course since they are based off of a CZ 75, I would have to give props to the CZ for being even more bang for the buck (pardon the pun)
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How about "...being even more bang for the buck (pardon the gun)" - lol double pun!
 
Most shiny handguns (I assume "fully polished" is the equivalent of stainless steel?) are on the more expensive side. If you're just talking blued steel, then a 1911 variant would probably be one of your best bets.

I like Sigs a lot, but unforunately they don't really qualify as cheap, as far as standard production guns go.
 
Met up with robertf and he let me try his Beretta 92FS and .40 Sig P229 - great experience!

Beretta comments:
- very heavy
- mag release was tucked away, hard to hit it one handed for me
- pistol grip was long and felt great in my hands

Sig comments:
- felt solid
- shot great
- pistol grip was shorter and did not feel as good in my hands

Overall I couldn't pin point a clear winner, my technique needs a lot of work and at this time I don't think it matters what I am shooting until i get more consistent


One thing I would like to comment on is that everyone says they love their Sig, I haven't really seen someone say they were not quality guns and that is what I like to hear when buying a gun. I'm going to rent the P226 (hopefully the longer grip will suit me better) 9mm and see how that goes!

HUGE THANKS AGAIN - THIS FORUM IS GREAT !!
 
You shot very well. Many new shooters can't hit the paper their first time, you had decent groupings. Keep it up, you'll be an IPSC Grand Master in no time!
 
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For me, it would have been nice to have the longer grip on the Sig - or even one of the plus size base plates. will have to see the 226 this week

thanks for the tips too, as you can tell I was still nervous and not fully confident in handling yet but it will come in due time with experience


LMK if you sell the 92FS one day, that thing is clean clean cleann
 
Beretta comments:
- very heavy
- mag release was tucked away, hard to hit it one handed for me
- pistol grip was long and felt great in my hands
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35oz is not really that heavy. you should try a 1911 or a cz shadow ;)

I had a problem hitting a mag release w/o shifting my grip as well so I installed a extended mag release - way easier to reach and looks better too. love that gun!
 
GlockMan said:
Who is giving the tests?
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An approved instructor!

Well I am done, passed both written tests with 98% and practical at 90% (didn't know what the semi-wad cartridge looked like?)

So I believe I have to wait now for my RCMP stamped approval before I can send in my PAL application including my identification photo :dancingbanana:
 
oh, you've got a LOT of waiting ahead of you! might as well pick up War And Peace or slip into a coma.
 
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