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Sorry guys but I don't frequent this part of the site much,hell this is my first time..
Anyhoo...here's the deal.
I have my PAL but recently my son (jr) wrote/passed his restricted test.

So now he's thinking about getting a handgun.(he's not a member here so I'm asking for him)

What would be a "fun" handgun for a first time buyer?

Please keep in mind that he is a full grown man and is not recoil sensitive but he isn't looking for a handcannon either.

Any ideas?

Oh...just to let you know we are both greenhorns when it comes to handguns..
 
win70 said:
Sorry guys but I don't frequent this part of the site much,hell this is my first time..
Anyhoo...here's the deal.
I have my PAL but recently my son (jr) wrote/passed his restricted test.

So now he's thinking about getting a handgun.(he's not a member here so I'm asking for him)

What would be a "fun" handgun for a first time buyer?
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Usually, a 9mm semi-auto is a good place to start. The ammo is about as cheap as it gets (save for .22 and 7.62x25) and there is a wide selection of guns chambered for that round. Other than that, it's largely a question of preference. My first handgun was a 9 mm HK USP and I didn't regret that decision. Sig P226 and Browning Hi-Power are also good choices. Personally, I wouldn't go for a DAO (double action only) gun like Glock, Springfield Armory XD and S&W M&P. The long heavy trigger is more difficult to master than the traditional design, which may be frustrating to new shooters.
 
If you want a revolver, get one chambered in .357 Magnum. You get quite a bit of flexibility that way, as you can shoot anything from very mild .38 Specials to full-power magnum loads through the same gun. And .38 special ammo is almost as cheap as 9 mm.

S&W 686 would be a pretty good bet.
 
capp325 said:
Usually, a 9mm semi-auto is a good place to start. The ammo is about as cheap as it gets (save for .22 and 7.62x25) and there is a wide selection of guns chambered for that round. Other than that, it's largely a question of preference. My first handgun was a 9 mm HK USP and I didn't regret that decision. Sig P226 and Browning Hi-Power are also good choices. Personally, I wouldn't go for a DAO (double action only) gun like Glock, Springfield Armory XD and S&W M&P. The long heavy trigger is more difficult to master than the traditional design, which may be frustrating to new shooters.
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Holy smokes...I'm being overwhelmd here..:confused:

Sounds like a 9mm is the way to go tho..
 
capp325 said:
If you want a revolver, get one chambered in .357 Magnum. You get quite a bit of flexibility that way, as you can shoot anything from very mild .38 Specials to full-power magnum loads through the same gun. And .38 special ammo is almost as cheap as 9 mm.

S&W 686 would be a pretty good bet.
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Thanks for the info..:)

Jr has a good job and cost isn't really an issue..

I'm sure after his first handgun he will get hooked and get more..:)

I did shoot a friends revolver once many years ago.I think it was a Llmama or something in a .44....it was fun..:)
 
Yep. Start with a .22. Inexpensive shooting while you learn how to shoot a handgun. Then or at the same time, buy the .357 revolver and shoot .38's out of it. Have a trigger job done to the .357.
Pop into your local gun shop and try a few revolvers on for size. The fit to your hand is important. Both of you need to do this. A bit too small can be fixed with a change of grips. Too big can be fixed this way too, sometimes. However, if the frame doesn't allow you both to easily reach the trigger, changing grips won't help. Same thing applies to pistols. 9mm or otherwise.
 
Depending on how hold he is...you/he may not want to invest much in a gun, say maybe 150 bucks for a Norinco 22LR. Ammo is 3 cents a pop as well. Hate the novelty to wear off, he can shoot your guns as well. If he is really into it, maybe a 9mm and get into reloading. I love that as a hobby and it save a bundle....just my opinion.
 
scottshotz said:
Depending on how hold he is...you/he may not want to invest much in a gun, say maybe 150 bucks for a Norinco 22LR. Ammo is 3 cents a pop as well. Hate the novelty to wear off, he can shoot your guns as well. If he is really into it, maybe a 9mm and get into reloading. I love that as a hobby and it save a bundle....just my opinion.
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Jr is 31 years old and 5'11".He's been raise around guns (long guns) and shot his first moose when he was 14.:)
Perhaps a .22 is the way to go for the first one.He can always go bigger later.

Thanks all....;)
 
Look into getting a CZ75b with the kadet kit. That way you have your 9mm and can shoot .22 as well.


cz75b a great bang for your buck.
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Ultimately is depends what feels good in your hand and shoots well for you.
 
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