Pistol dilemma!
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Brutus
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At first I didn't vote.... Not because either of the choices weren't good but because I read that the OP really needs something in 9mm. If you are really stuck on a budget and have to buy something now, look at one of the Norc options in 9mm [to keep ammo costs at a minimum] like the Sig copies.
But really, I'd say save up then buy the Glock in 9mm that you apparently want most. You can likely pick one up off the EE and save a bit, too.
Back to the two choices, just on them alone, personally, I'd go Norc 1911 in .45ACP over the NP-58 in .40 S&W. But then again, I'm kinda a 1911 guy.... So, I voted for the Norc 1911.
My .02
NAA.
But really, I'd say save up then buy the Glock in 9mm that you apparently want most. You can likely pick one up off the EE and save a bit, too.
Back to the two choices, just on them alone, personally, I'd go Norc 1911 in .45ACP over the NP-58 in .40 S&W. But then again, I'm kinda a 1911 guy.... So, I voted for the Norc 1911.
My .02
NAA.
but it gets boring VERY quick, and less challenging very fast.
How is shooting with a .22 any less challenging than any other calibre? Make the targets more demanding or set up more difficult stages if what you are doing is too easy.
Sgt. Rock, I am with you. .22LR is the best training and practice calibre going. I shoot lots of rimfire and it transfers over to the centerfire with no problems. You can't beat shooting all day for $30 or less.
OP, practice is everything and you can get 500 rounds of rimfire practice in for the same cost as 50 rounds of 9mm. If you move to .45, it would be more like 20-30 rounds of commercial ammo.
Mark
Thanks for the backup. I am not trying to dissuade the OP, just mentioning the options. I always opt for the most trigger pulls myself. I got bored to death with 9mm and 40s w
because I could never really afford to shoot much (even reloading) because of my other hobbies. (I shoot many hundreds of centerfire a year, and shotgun, so my costs have to remain inside the family budget) I got all excited each time on the way to the range with my big handguns, and then 10 minutes later , I was done shooting my 50 or 100 rounds. Ho Hum. Now what? Ended up realizing that it was as hard , if not harder to be consistent with a .22 pistol at longer ranges. I think everyone that has restricted status should own a centerfire pistol, but if budget is a consideration, I'd get the .22 first. Check out the .22 1911 copies on the EE. I hear they are awesome.
because I could never really afford to shoot much (even reloading) because of my other hobbies. (I shoot many hundreds of centerfire a year, and shotgun, so my costs have to remain inside the family budget) I got all excited each time on the way to the range with my big handguns, and then 10 minutes later , I was done shooting my 50 or 100 rounds. Ho Hum. Now what? Ended up realizing that it was as hard , if not harder to be consistent with a .22 pistol at longer ranges. I think everyone that has restricted status should own a centerfire pistol, but if budget is a consideration, I'd get the .22 first. Check out the .22 1911 copies on the EE. I hear they are awesome.
easyrider604
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Agree 110% with mmattockx and sgt. rock, above. I would've recommended a 22 but it was stated specifically that it is not one of the OP's options.
A .22 pistol is the best starter pistol caliber. The invaluable skills one learns with a 22 are the same skills he will use on all pistols regardless of caliber. The only difference between calibers is the amount of recoil or to some extent, the weight of the pistols.
Ideally, choose a pistol with the same format as your desired centerfire weapon. If you are inclined towards the 1911, then a 22 pistol like the GSG 22 1911 is perfect.
Or if you decide to skip the .22, then use the money for that .22 towards a basic reloading set-up. I believe shooting and reloading go hand in hand. YMMV.
A .22 pistol is the best starter pistol caliber. The invaluable skills one learns with a 22 are the same skills he will use on all pistols regardless of caliber. The only difference between calibers is the amount of recoil or to some extent, the weight of the pistols.
Ideally, choose a pistol with the same format as your desired centerfire weapon. If you are inclined towards the 1911, then a 22 pistol like the GSG 22 1911 is perfect.
Or if you decide to skip the .22, then use the money for that .22 towards a basic reloading set-up. I believe shooting and reloading go hand in hand. YMMV.
