First IPSC gun "HELP"

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I need some help on what my first IPSC gun should be (for a newbie) . I have a large hand so holding on to double stacker is not an issue . I also would like it for just plinking around .I was looking at 40 cals like Glocks , S&W MP series and the like.Any direction would be appreciated .

Thanks in advance
Loris
 
I'm not sure I would call this direction or advice but this what I did.

Try finding a store with a number of different makes & models and see how each one feels to you in "YOUR" hand. This worked well for me.

I know of others that went to their friendly neighbourhood shooting range and explained what they were up too. They got to try a number of guns so not only did they get the feel of the gun but also how they responded to the gun while shooting.

Just some thoughts for your consideration.
 
Step 1...get out to an IPSC Match and browse...members just love to show off the tools...

There is a Level 2 match coming up in your area on March 15th and 16th

http://www.wssclub.com/

Stop by, introduce yourself and get a birds eye view of what it's about...and what type of guns people are using (in each Division)

Cheers
 
I’d check out the CZ series of guns, they also have a .22 kit or top end that works great for “plinking around” without breaking the bank. If you have a bigger hand Tanfoglio has their new gun (forget the name), it is similar to the CZ but has a bigger grip. You can also get a .22 top end for that gun, and actually a 9mm top end for it as well. It might be worth checking those pistols out, that style of gun is used by a lot of the top shooters in IPSC. My $0.02
 
If you live in or anywhere near the GTA you can try out one of these.
http://i233.photobucket.com/albums/ee1/relliott_photos/100_0421.jpg
While you don't want to start with an Open Division gun, these have exactly the same grip frame as their Standard guns. For that matter there are quite a few guys in the area shooting them in Standard and Production as well. Anyone who has one will let you test drive.

Awesome guns, fer sher.
 
I would take RElliot up on his offer, and you'll probably get a chance to try some other peoples guns too. Then decide which ones are the most fun to you, and what you can afford. Be aware that if you go with the full blown race gun you'll be spending more money, on everything pretty much. Standard, not quite so much, and Production a bit less (though you can still go crazy if you like).
in my opinion the Tanfoglio is the top of the heap, but it's hard to beat the value you get from a Glock or an M&P, both great guns.
is that wishy washy enough for you?
 
Wow. so many choices and so many decisions if you don't have a gun to start with.

Everyone on here will give you their favorite. STI, Tanfoglio (I shoot STI in Standard and Tanfoglio in Production) CZ, Glock, S&W, etc, so unfortunately, unless you know them and where they're coming from - that's not really much help. Each of us loves the guns we've settled on.

My advice;

#1 Set a budget. Think High - it's been wisely said here before - "buy as much as you can at first", so you don't have to buy something different later.

#2 Take Quigley's advice. Go check out a match and the guns the guys are using. Explain you're a new guy and they'll let you check out their toys. There are different guns for different divisions. You have to decide which division is where you'll want to be in order to pick a gun. Each division has something special to offer. Trigger Pull and Good Sights that you like are major factors regardless of division.

#3. Rob's advice - find good guys like him who will let you shoot the toys you've narrowed it down to.

#4. Buy an STI or Tanfoglio...err...buy the best you like. ;)
 
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All good advice given. My observation is that the most common IPSC gun is the Glock. If it fits your hand it is a decent gun right out of the box and probably the cheapest route to take.
 
jasonburnsdundee said:
All good advice given. My observation is that the most common IPSC gun is the Glock. If it fits your hand it is a decent gun right out of the box and probably the cheapest route to take.
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Well, there may be some truth to that. In fact, my first IPSC gun was a GLOCK, and it was cheap 'right out of the box'.....unfortunately, the cost of my upgrade to an SVI was not. I guess to echo what some have already said here, better buy smart once than to buy twice for the wrong reasons. I do like your .40 choice though, brass is cheap and plentiful. Oh, and good luck with your plinking - conducted at an approved range with approved regulation targets and under the watchful eye of an appointed range officer, etc etc etc.
 
1000gsxr said:
Good Day
I need some help on what my first IPSC gun should be (for a newbie) . I have a large hand so holding on to double stacker is not an issue . I also would like it for just plinking around .I was looking at 40 cals like Glocks , S&W MP series and the like.Any direction would be appreciated .

Thanks in advance
Loris
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Try them both, buy what you like or feels good in your hand
 
Quite a few folks are interested in IPSC. Some of those actually take the black badge course. Some of those who take the black badge course actually show up for other matches. Some of those folks that do show up to matches decide that this is the hobby for them and will spend thier money on a decent gun and equipment rather than new golf clubs or a canoe. If you know now that you will be the guy being eaten by misquitoes hauling steel poppers around the range 4 years from now because you just love this sport then you should buy the very best now.
 
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jasonburnsdundee said:
If you know now that you will be the guy being eaten by misquitoes hauling steel poppers around the range 4 years from now because you just love this sport then buy then you should buy the very best now.
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Yup. Always buy the best you can afford and buy it once. Penny-wise is pound-foolish. And I do speak from considerable experience in that regard.
 
relliott said:
Yup. Always buy the best you can afford and buy it once. Penny-wise is pound-foolish. And I do speak from considerable experience in that regard.
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But, when you are just starting, you don't really know what you'll like or dislike, what will work for you, and what won't.

Buy something good... a trustworthy brand name... and make sure it has good resale value.

Production, I'd say go for a Glock, S&W M&P, or Beretta. They never, ever have to go to a gunsmith right out of the box to get them working right. Never have to "tune" mags, either. Save yourself some trouble. Further, they are reasonably competitive.

Standard, go straight to STI, or if you are patient as a stone, and independently wealthy, SVI. Accept no substitutes. If someone suggests a pimpy Norinco or (worse) a Para, just smile and nod. Be ready: Standard guns generally need tons of gunsmith love before they work particularly well.

Open? Don't go open. You don't sound like a guy with a small enough #### to need an open gun :)
 
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Open? Don't go open. You don't sound like a guy with a small enough #### to need an open gun
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Do not take advice from people who give advice like this.

Anyone confused enough to think there is any relationship between firearms and physical attributes is probably a closet gun control freak.
 
Ipsik said:
Do not take advice from people who give advice like this.

Anyone confused enough to think there is any relationship between firearms and physical attributes is probably a closet gun control freak.
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Wow, you need to lighten up.

I guarantee, you are the one guy who didn't get that I was joking. Congrats.
 
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