So im thinking of buying a handgun... opinions?

[marksman1uhm1]

Originally posted by: Thegonagle

It's that "personal protection conceal and carry" thing that makes me think that the people actually doing it are limp-dick, insecure pussies too scared of the world to deal with it, and so to compensate, they carry a pussy-ass man-killer handgun.

Any of my concealed carrying, IDPA or IPSC competing friends will gladly change your mind on that.

 

[marksman1uhm1]

Originally posted by: Don_Vito

Originally posted by: Thegonagle

Originally posted by: Amused

Originally posted by: Thegonagle
Liesure shooting's cool by me. I've done it, lots of times. It's fun.

It's that "personal protection conceal and carry" thing that makes me think that the people actually doing it are limp-dick, insecure pussies too scared of the world to deal with it, and so to compensate, they carry a pussy-ass man-killer handgun.

You've never been robbed at gunpoint, have you?

No, but if I am, what can I do? If someone's already got a gun out on me, would it be so smart to reach for my own, and end up dead one second later?

I actually tend to agree with you. I HAVE been robbed at knifepoint, in NYC. I was unarmed, and handed over my wallet. It really bothered me afterward.

In hindsight, I think that a concealed pistol might have helped, but it also might have ended up much worse, with one of us dead. Even if the robber were the only one hurt, I would have ended up under investigation, and possibly charged criminally, not to mention that I would have to live with the knowledge I had hurt or killed a man (even if he clearly deserved it, I can't believe this would not bother me in a major way). On balance, it was easier and cheaper to just hand over the wallet. I would readily use a gun to defend myself or a family member from rape, torture, or murder, but generally I would rather give up money or property than shoot someone.

I agree. I have attended the 8 hour concealed carry training in SC. They recommended throwing your wallet or other valuables in the opposite direction of the one you want to flee in. Even if you have a concealed handgun. You should only shoot someone if "a reasonable person" would strike a deadly blow in the same situation. So if your assailents start shouting: "You're gonna die, cracker motherf*cker!", they have the ability to make good on their promise, and you believe them, it would be reasonable to draw your concealed handgun and use it.

 

[dirtboy]

Desert Eagle .50AE

 

[Yossarian]

I took a handgun training class a few months back and was surprised that over half the class (20 people total) had Glocks. I have a G19 myself, I like it. Very easy to shoot and maintain.

 

[MithShrike]

TEK-9.

 

[marksman1uhm1]

I'm surprised no-one has mentioned the Springfield XD yet. This gun started out life as a Croatian (of all places....) design combining the best elements of Glock, HK and 1911 Guns. It comes with a Glock-style trigger safety and a 1911-style grip safety. It was originally called the HS2000, but then Springfield picked up the design and it is now called XD. It is available in 9mm and 40 S&W, in various barrel lengths. If you are only going to own 1 handgun I would recommend you check out their full size model in 9mm. I like the trigger pull better than the Glock (less stacking), and the added grip-safety gives you peace of mind for concealed carry. In addition, it comes with a loaded chamber indicator, firing pin status indicator and ambidextrous magazine release (something the southpaws among us will appreciate). You may be able to pick up a second-hand HS2000 for $300.


See: http://www.springfield-armory.com/prod-xdpstl.shtml

 

[MooseKnuckle]

Originally posted by: Thegonagle
Liesure shooting's cool by me. I've done it, lots of times. It's fun.

It's that "personal protection conceal and carry" thing that makes me think that the people actually doing it are limp-dick, insecure pussies too scared of the world to deal with it, and so to compensate, they carry a pussy-ass man-killer handgun.

It's too bad you don't value your own life... Do you value the lives of your loved ones? If yes, why not have a measure of protection rather than just be a victim.

 

[axelfox]

Shooting is fun. I've shot an AK-47, M-60, and an UZI.