My first semi-auto pistol - What do you recommend?

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dark1984

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Hi everyone,

This is my first post on this forum. I have just obtained my restricted arms permit and I am now in a search for a semi-automatic pistol in the 9mm caliber. I have searched around and I am leaning towards a Glock G17.

What do you guys think about this pistol and what else would you recommend in the same style/caliber?

:shotgun: thanks
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dark1984
 
The Glock is a fine pistol and reasonably priced, too. The new S&W M&P is also comparably priced, and seems to be well liked, Other options you could consider would be one of the CZ models (such as the CZ75 0r 85, the SP-01 of the Shadow), or H&K's, SIG's or Berettas. They're all very good, but there are wide variances in how they feel and shoot. The choice of which pistol is best is a very persoanl decision--ideally you'd have a chance to try before you buy.
 
get a 22, learn to do it right before jumping to a bigger caliber. Get a cheap 22 like a ruger shoot the #### out of it and when you can hit a 3 inch bull at 20 M ever single time buy whatever you want. glock is a good one but if i where you i would get one of questar sig p226
 
I'm not sure where you are from dark1984 but if you live in the Toronto/Hamilton/Niagara area head on down to Silverdale Gun Club. Lanz is having a Glock day today - shoot a Glock, $50 off etc. I'm leaving to go there right now.
 
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Beretta 92FS 9mm, great pistol, ammo cheap, accurate and you can find them easy enough for a good price.
 
G17 is a greartest gun for less than $600, infact it is one of the best among 9mm. Almost trouble free. The other gun that you may want to look at is a CZ 75B, 85 combat or SP 01.

Trigun
 
Almost any 9mm sold in the shops today are good guns. It all comes down to how it feels in your hand and how it shoots. Try out a bunch of them prior to purchase or you may find yourself on a long journey buying new guns until you find one that just suits you better.

I myself HATE neutered mags so I tend to stay away from guns that hold 15+ 9mm rounds. No need for a big gun since you can only have 10. The more compact double columns are better, and I love single stacks. Slimmer more comfortable mags on the belt.

But, once again make sure the gun fits you and you shoot it well. If you can let me know if you have big hands/small hands, like big or small guns etc. I can tailor the advice a bit more.
 
I got my first pistol back in February, a S&W M&P 9mm, which I really like. Many people reccommend starting with something in .22LR. I just bought a Ruger MKIII 22/45 Hunter for range practice with cheap ammo. Consider what your budget will be for ammunition when choosing a firearm. The gun itself is the least expensive part of the equation. If you plan on spending lots of time at the range, ammo costs in larger calibres adds up fast.
 
Springfield XD-9 Tactical

My suggestion, take your time and don't rush in buying. Try handling and shooting different semi's first and see how it feels for you. Then, it is a matter of personal preference and how you feel about the gun in your hand when you shoot it.

I will repeat what the others said to me; "shoot shoot and shoot." That will be the only way to really know. Once you've done that then decide which one you like. So Fit, Feel and Finance.

As for myself, I'm also a newbie but I picked up a XD-9 and never had any problems with it. I used it for my Black Badge and now for Production class in IPSC. It's similar to a Glock but the feel for me was nicer on the XD.
 
freshman,

Yes, the XD is a very nice gun too. Comfortable, loaded with features (compared to a Glock) and priced right. It's a lot of gun for the money.
It's on my shopping list when I'm getting a 45.
 
I really recommend the Walther P99. A very ergonomic pistol with a unique and surprisingly good trigger for a polymer gun.
 
Stay away from Beretta 92 unless you have very big hands , I sold mine because of the grip . I like my Mod 39 S&W (but 12.6) & I have several others , But if I had to choose only one it would be my Sig P226 . And having both 9mm & 40 S&W in the 226 I would choose the 40 over the 9 any day .
Just my 2 cents for what it's worth
 
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esquif said:
get a 22, learn to do it right before jumping to a bigger caliber. Get a cheap 22 like a ruger shoot the s**t out of it and when you can hit a 3 inch bull at 20 M ever single time buy whatever you want. glock is a good one but if i where you i would get one of questar sig p226
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I second that. The Ruger is a great shooter and fairly easy to take apart (but you need something like a paper clip to get started). However, reassembly is another matter.

When you move up to a 9-mm pistol I strongly recommend the CZ 75 B. It's the best value I've seen yet.
 
rustysdream said:
freshman,

Yes, the XD is a very nice gun too. Comfortable, loaded with features (compared to a Glock) and priced right. It's a lot of gun for the money.
It's on my shopping list when I'm getting a 45.
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rustysdream,

Only onething with the XD-45. Get a lot of mags because it seems like they are hard to acquire in 45. Besides that, it's a great gun.
 
You can't go wrong with a good Certified Pre-owned SIG P226 in 9mm. Great shooter, reliable, easy to take down.

Another option is a GLOCK G17 and purchase the Advantage Arms .22LR conversion kit so you can shoot cheaply and full power.
 
surfwaxcdn said:
You can't go wrong with a good Certified Pre-owned SIG P226 in 9mm. Great shooter, reliable, easy to take down.

Another option is a GLOCK G17 and purchase the Advantage Arms .22LR conversion kit so you can shoot cheaply and full power.
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Pre-owned is no longer good deal because Quester sell brand new 226 for $899.95. Not a bad price for a Sig.

Trigun
 
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