Reposting my question here...

No, what would you buy, Ladybug

What any of us would buy should be the least of your concerns. You mentioned
going out to try a few at a local range and that is probably the best thing you
can do (make sure you try out a few different calibers as well) And don't be in
a rush either, all the guns that are here today will be here a month from now
- and maybe a few more. What best fits your hand and you are most comfortable
shooting will probably be what you buy, because you'll probably find it the most enjoyable as well.
 
I think going with a 9mm auto.

Small and light enough to learn and use. Heavy enough when you get into the +p+ ammo.

If you can rent a few at your range try:

Glock 19
S&W M&P compact
Sig 250
Kahr PM9
and the Kel tec 9 you listed as well
all nice 9mm Autos that are light in weight, small in size and are very versitile.

I hope this helps.
 
358 BLR said:
Might I suggest something in a .22 LR. They are an inexpensive way to build up
your shooting skills and they are just an all round blast to shoot.:D Down south
there you have such a wide selection to choose from that I am frankly quite
envious. Semi-Auto or revolver, you could probably get one of each for the same
price of one of the other calibers. You might want to look at the S&W Model 18 K22
(Combat Masterpiece) 4 inch, it's absolutely gorgeous. I have to wear a bib every
time I look at the pictures. But it is a little pricey.
Good luck
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I'm with this post. If you're just getting used to shooting a .22LR will allow you to develop the proper skills you will require to adapt to the larger calibres. Its not about being macho or tackling recoil, it just allows you to concentrate on fundamentals without having to battle flinch (which everyone has to tame eventually). If you get to work on the fundamentals with a .22 then you will have an easier time dealing with the larger calibres. Crawl, walk, run.
Don't make the mistake of thousands and go big right away!
There are quite a number of terrific .22LR revolvers and semi's. I'm partial to the Ruger offerings, like the 22/45.
 
If you are budged minded, the price of .22 is a pleasant surprise. You will also be able to shoot thousands of rounds through your new .22 handgun and sell it for maybe $100 less then new and buy one of the other excellent suggestions in 9mm here.

But I doubt you would sell it.
 
I bought a Ruger MkIII 22/45 for a first gun. It's so much fun to shoot, that I let my little girl try it out at the range, and even she loved it! You can't go wrong with a .22LR for a first gun. Cheap to buy, and even cheaper to run!!
 
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