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so my Rpal FINALLY came in the mail. I have been looking around at handguns now for a while and havent decent what I want yet. What would you experienced shooters recommend a newbie. I dont want a .22, was thinking 9mm or 45. Those a good choice or something else, as for brands im guessing its the same as rifles, everyone has their favorite company but looking for some guidance.
 
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so my Rpal FINALLY came in the mail. I have been looking around at handguns now for a while and havent decent what I want yet. What would you experienced shooters recommend a newbie. I dont want a .22, was thinking 9mm or 45. Those a good choice or something else, as for brands im guessing its the same as rifles, everyone has their favorite company but looking for some guidance.
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Try before you buy. Especially if you are new. Either at your range, or go to a public one that rents. You'll be amazed how quickly your preferences become apparent.
 
These guys are on to something. I researched and read everything I could on pistols, only to change my mind after buying my first... I held on to that pistol for a while because I didn't want to take the hit but finally sold it to fund another project.

I had a thing against a certain brand because of their "operator status" then bought one because it was 10 mm. I'm now a fan and wished i had taken my time with the original .40 purchase... go figure, expensive mistake

Shoot as many as you can, they all have pros and cons.
 
A 22LR would get you good, cheap practice but I remember when I first started shooting, a 22LR got old in a hurry and I wanted something with more BANG in it. A 9mm would be a lot more cheaper to shoot than a 45. The more you shoot, eventually you'll end up with a 22LR in the stable.

One option is to purchase a pistol that has a conversion kit option like a Sig226 etc.

Do some browsing on the dealer or gun manufacturer sites for something that you like. It may not be the right gun for you but you never know. Do some Google research on reviews and then see if you can try one at a range or store preferably before plunking down the $$.

Sometimes it's difficult to get to handle one physically so then it's up to an educated guess based on your research.
 
Inclined to agree...gotta have a .22 lying around...got tired of mine..but went out and bought another, identicle version...and it's the pistol I take with me every trip... .22's Rock.....get to practise drills for cheap...pretty accurate too..
 
Ive shot at the range just rented .22 9mm and 45. That is why i said no to the 22 and was going to choose between the 9mm or 45 because that is what I shot. Was wondering if those are a good starter caliber or if there is something else that would be better to start. Only shot 20 rounds of each so not to sure what one felt better.
 
Nothing wrong with starting off in a 9mm. Enjoy
Also handle a few revolvers, I came to find out i am very much a revolver guy when all I did was drool over semis before I had my rpal.
 
Yes my recommendation is a 357 revolver, 3 reasons.
1) Best to start with single action no blow back to deal with, you will have to most fun if you can hit the target never miss judge a handgun as a tack driver its a true skill. I admit I bought and auto to start with and really should have tried something else.
2) Once you are ready 357 is always fun
3) 38special is cheap and if you reload its really cheap. Plus revolvers do not eat ammo like autos, so if your on a budget as in not a millionaire you can enjoy loading it.
 
I love my 1911 GI in .45acp, but I reload and cast my own bullets, WBAS requires one for competition. If you don't reload or cast a 9mm is much cheaper to shoot than a .45, a bit less recoil and it puts holes in paper or rings steel with similar vigour. Not to mention there are a million different 9mm pistols out there to try, not as many are chambered for .45 acp. The idea of a .22LR or a revolver are also quite valid. I would say don't discount the Tokarev, ammo Is pretty cheap, the pistol is very nice in the hand and takes down for cleaning easily ( similar to a 1911). If you don't like it, you haven't dropped alot of money on it. But that's just my early morning two cents.
 
I tried a few 22's when I first started and then tried 9mm, then 40s&w, 45acp a few revolvers...

I enjoy them all to this day,

in 9mm I started with the Ruger P85, not too bad but the double action was hard, then went to 9mm in the M&P and I really like that one, mostly because no double action and if you get the kit it has different grips incase you have smaller hands or larger hands, One of the 3 grips should make the gun feel better. In my 40 it is the STI Trojan and I love that little beauty... The pistol feels great in the hands and has a nice little bang to it...

Good Luck in your search, hope you find something that will make you happy shooting.
 
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