noob looking for is first pistol IS THAT DEAL ?

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Im looking to buy my first handgun all my paperowrk is set
only miss the gun now.

I found this this morning should I go and and buy it ?

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colt 1911 serie 80 crome wood grip. Wichita Sight with compensator ,Ambidex safety, oversize mag release , plastic trigger, Modded mag entry for faster reload. 4 extra mag , storage box and a box of 50 bullets weapon modified for competition asking price $700
 
Prolly an ex IPSC gun. Aside from the fact it is so ugly my eyes are burning I think it is a bit overpriced for a used, heavy modded, fugly as hell series 80.
 
If your looking for a starter pistol I would suggest a Nork in 9mm or for a bit more money, a S&W M&P9 or a Glock 17. You can find them for about $500 here on the EE and it will get your feet wet.

A 45ACP is great but at the cost of ammo these days a 9mm is probably the better choice, maybe even a .22 till you get the hang of things. IMHO
 
I already tried a S&W Mp9 and did not like it.
Must I was thinking of a NorK but my first choice is a 686 357mag

I already fire 9mm 357 and the 45 them all I really didnt like the 9mm
9mm will the last thing I would buy

I was just wondering maybe that colt was a deal, Ill just got back on my S&W 357 research
 
Definately get something in 22LR first and when you learn how to shoot a handgun go for a 9mm or 40S&W.

My preference in semi-auto's is still the Glock's revolvers Ruger or S&W... :)

One option is a Glock 17 9mm or Glock 22 40 S&W and an Advantage Arms 22LR conversion kit.

I have a G20 10mm and the AA 22LR kit it is great fun and I have even though the handgun is a bit big for some taught beginners with it.

Here is a link to my older son shooting the G20 with the 22LR kit installed.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KFQ_8tei-NI&feature=channel_page

Here is a link to some guy I found on Youtube shooting a G23 with a AA 22LR conversion kit.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQE_FWRNs9Y&NR=1

edit to add; just saw your post I would still go with the Glock and a 22lr conversion kit for my first handgun.
 
I have to say as a noob, I like to think guns are a bit like gloves , some fit you , some make you sweat , some are too big... It's just a question of finding the right one for you

My first choice was a Pistol , but until I tried the old Grampa revolver. I kind of change my mind and now only think of a 357/38 revolver.

I never thought I would say that but im even thinking of a cowboy action revolver:redface:
 
Like you I shot some semi pistol first before trying my first "odd looking" revolver. I thought they would front heavy and awkward to hold. But after shooting two cyliders worth of .38Spl through a Model 19 I was totally hooked on revolvers. If you had the same experience then by all means get a 686. They are a fine gun that will be a good cornerstone for your handgun collection.

But as a second handgun I would strongly recomend a .22 in either revolver or semi. First of all they are far, far cheaper to shoot. Secondly they really help work you past any bad flinching issues and help you work on achieving a nice smooth trigger pull and proper follow through. Shooting .22 was by far the best thing I did to aid in my accuracy and consistency.

Also .45 is far more costly to shoot unless you're already into reloading. And in that case it is still more costly but not by that much. To keep the costs lower you should stick with 9mm or .40 at the most for a semi pistol. So again that 1911 would not be a great first gun... along with the fact that chrome guns don't do it for me either so I also think it's totally fugly.... but that's a personal thing so if you do like shiney mirror like guns then satisfy yourself. Still, I think there's far better first gun options for all these reasons.

In fact I would suggest you keep an open mind and shop for 3 guns at the same time and buy whichever first comes up at a good price as your first gun. These options would be the 686 you already know you like, a nice .22 like a Ruger or a Buckmark and whichever 9mm you take a fancy to. Buy the first then save up for the next and the one after. And if you find you have a taste for 1911's in .45 then that could be your fourth gun. Or maybe that single action cowboy style if you get to try one and like it.

The message here is that very few folks are happy with only one handgun. There's no "do it all" handgun out there if you're doing this as a hobby and enjoy more than one aspect of handgunning. So plan on at least a modest collection and don't be afraid to buy the first good deal on one of the foundations for your eventual collection be it a .22, the 686 or a nice 9mm. But if you get one of the center fire guns as your first the .22 really should be the second one you buy.
 
BCRider said:
Like you I shot some semi pistol first before trying my first "odd looking" revolver. I thought they would front heavy and awkward to hold. But after shooting two cyliders worth of .38Spl through a Model 19 I was totally hooked on revolvers. If you had the same experience then by all means get a 686. They are a fine gun that will be a good cornerstone for your handgun collection.

But as a second handgun I would strongly recomend a .22 in either revolver or semi. First of all they are far, far cheaper to shoot. Secondly they really help work you past any bad flinching issues and help you work on achieving a nice smooth trigger pull and proper follow through. Shooting .22 was by far the best thing I did to aid in my accuracy and consistency.

Also .45 is far more costly to shoot unless you're already into reloading. And in that case it is still more costly but not by that much. To keep the costs lower you should stick with 9mm or .40 at the most for a semi pistol. So again that 1911 would not be a great first gun... along with the fact that chrome guns don't do it for me either so I also think it's totally fugly.... but that's a personal thing so if you do like shiney mirror like guns then satisfy yourself. Still, I think there's far better first gun options for all these reasons.

In fact I would suggest you keep an open mind and shop for 3 guns at the same time and buy whichever first comes up at a good price as your first gun. These options would be the 686 you already know you like, a nice .22 like a Ruger or a Buckmark and whichever 9mm you take a fancy to. Buy the first then save up for the next and the one after. And if you find you have a taste for 1911's in .45 then that could be your fourth gun. Or maybe that single action cowboy style if you get to try one and like it.

The message here is that very few folks are happy with only one handgun. There's no "do it all" handgun out there if you're doing this as a hobby and enjoy more than one aspect of handgunning. So plan on at least a modest collection and don't be afraid to buy the first good deal on one of the foundations for your eventual collection be it a .22, the 686 or a nice 9mm. But if you get one of the center fire guns as your first the .22 really should be the second one you buy.
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Very wise Comment , thanks alot really helped me.
Im new to reloading but I reload for my rifles and wouldnt mind doing the same with handguns. I will do what you said whatever come first Thanks :rockOn:
 
Same here, I was shopping for a semi and went to the gun club and try their gun out, no sooner I changed my mind after fired a 686. Needless to say the 686 is my first centerfire handgun. and I add a CZ 75 and a Ruger 2245 and a G17 into my stable. But a 357 mag is one the best first gun choice.

Trigun
 
polaris said:
That's an excellent choice...

and for a 9mm I recommend a CZ Shadow.

this gun is easy and cheap to shot and even beginners can
hit targets with it...and that's what counts, right ?
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I really didn't want to go making hints but if it helps I had the chance to shoot about 9 or 10 various 9mm hanguns before I made my first purchase. In the end the Shadow stood out well above the rest overall other than an STI Trojan in 9mm.

One of the reasons was because I wanted to move towards IPSC Production class shooting so I had no qualms about going with the Shadow over the STI, which would have needed to shoot in Standard due to it being SA only.

If you have a rental range anywhere within a day's drive it would be money and time welll spent to go there and try out as many as you can lay your greasy little fingers onto and shoot. Even if they seem really ugly try them.

Also before you make up your mind on them look at and read these two links on your grip for semi handguns. You can't evaluate them well if you're not holding them right. And obviously do NOT use the same thumbs forward for revolvers unless you're intent on removing the tip of the leading thumb.

http://www.handgunsmag.com/tactics_training/combatg_100306/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ysa50-plo48
 
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