To the handgun afficianados...

[jcovercash]

Originally posted by: Promethply

Originally posted by: AMDman12GHz

I can't comment for him, but I will tell you even though my 17 is only 9mm, it has a helluva kick for a mm gun because of its lightweight, way more kick than my fathers heavy p89. But that doesn't make me dislike the gun, My fathers reason for not liking them was how the gun felt in his hands, he doesnt like any of the polymer gripped guns. He also didn't like the safty functions on the gun, until he actually got out and shot one.

Josh

I see, then it may take a little longer to get used to using a polymer handled handguns, and at the same time they're easier to carry around, because of its lightweight...

I would highly recommend you going to a FEW local gunshops, perferable ones with indoor ranges and testing the guns aforementioned. You will never know untill you shoot them if you like them or not. Its a waste to spend the money on it and not like the gun. However I think you would like any of the guns mentioned, they are all great guns, jut each one fits into a little different catagory than the other.

where are you located BTW?


Josh

 

[Promethply]

Originally posted by: K1052

Originally posted by: AMDman12GHz

Originally posted by: phantom309
.........but you sure wouldn't need to buy anything else. You will anyway, because guns are like that, but you wouldn't NEED to.

Yea isn't it the truth, you get what you need and then after that it seems like your lacking something, so you keep buying thinking you will finally be content, but it seems like the more you buy, the more you need to complete your collection

Fffftttt....handguns are chicken feed.

My rifle addiction has claimed many a paycheck.

My, I'd imagine that would incur a heavier toll than my current addiction to PC

Better make sure to choose the right one

 

[jlee]

A friend of mine has a Glock 22 (.40), and it's a nice gun..recoil is lighter than I expected. I may be buying a Sig P228 (.40) this year, depending on finances..

 

[Promethply]

Originally posted by: AMDman12GHz

Originally posted by: Promethply

Originally posted by: AMDman12GHz

I can't comment for him, but I will tell you even though my 17 is only 9mm, it has a helluva kick for a mm gun because of its lightweight, way more kick than my fathers heavy p89. But that doesn't make me dislike the gun, My fathers reason for not liking them was how the gun felt in his hands, he doesnt like any of the polymer gripped guns. He also didn't like the safty functions on the gun, until he actually got out and shot one.

Josh

I see, then it may take a little longer to get used to using a polymer handled handguns, and at the same time they're easier to carry around, because of its lightweight...

I would highly recommend you going to a FEW local gunshops, perferable ones with indoor ranges and testing the guns aforementioned. You will never know untill you shoot them if you like them or not. Its a waste to spend the money on it and not like the gun. However I think you would like any of the guns mentioned, they are all great guns, jut each one fits into a little different catagory than the other.

where are you located BTW?


Josh

I'd be relocating to Seattle in a month time.

 

[jcovercash]

I was going to say if you where local maybe we could get togather sometime and I could let you shoot some of my guns.

Josh

 

[JasonSix78]

Originally posted by: Promethply
I've been out of the handgun loop for the longest of time, but now interested in getting a semi-auto DA 9mm pistol as a hobby and maybe for self-defense.

In your experience, what would you recommend, and why...

Thanx in advance.

What pistols did you have/shoot before? Polymer framed pistols aren't that bad to get use to, I have a SA-XD in 9mm (Here's an "artsy" pic of mine). I know it's not a DA but I highly recommend them. The XD's are on the same playing field as the Glocks in many aspects. XDs are also easier on the wallet than Glocks.

If you must have a DA I would suggest a Ruger P89. I have one I bought from a police officer years ago and I love it just as much as my XD. I've been looking at getting a P345 for awhile, if you're looking for something in .45 I would suggest that.

-Jason

 

[Promethply]

Originally posted by: AMDman12GHz
I was going to say if you where local maybe we could get togather sometime and I could let you shoot some of my guns.
Josh

Much appreciated, though

 

[Promethply]

Originally posted by: JasonSix78
What pistols did you have/shoot before? Polymer framed pistols aren't that bad to get use to, I have a SA-XD in 9mm (Here's an "artsy" pic of mine). I know it's not a DA but I highly recommend them. The XD's are on the same playing field as the Glocks in many aspects. XDs are also easier on the wallet than Glocks.

If you must have a DA I would suggest a Ruger P89. I have one I bought from a police officer years ago and I love it just as much as my XD. I've been looking at getting a P345 for awhile, if you're looking for something in .45 I would suggest that.

-Jason

Yeah, I've only used bolt action hunting rifles up to the .338 Winchester Magnum, and 12 gauge pump action shotgun.

So, obviously a total newbie to the world of handguns

 

[bapace]

You can get the Sig P226 .40 in Florida for $525....DAMN good price

 

[JEDI]

Originally posted by: Amused
SIG.

And a .40 would be a better choice than a 9mm.

depends on how well you can handle the recoil. for me, i am waaaay less accurate w/a .40 than a 9mm at 25ft.

of course if the the perp is 7 ft from me, it doesnt matter

 

[Promethply]

Originally posted by: bapace
You can get the Sig P226 .40 in Florida for $525....DAMN good price

OK, thanks for the info, and what do you think about the Sig P229?

 

[bapace]

Sig's are VERY nice guns, all of them. I think the P229 is just slightly smaller than the P226. Sig's are accurate as hell right out of the box. I own a Glock .40 now, and I am getting a Sig in the near future. the P229 is the same price as the P226 in the stores down here.

 

[Promethply]

Originally posted by: bapace
Sig's are VERY nice guns, all of them. I think the P229 is just slightly smaller than the P226. Sig's are accurate as hell right out of the box. I own a Glock .40 now, and I am getting a Sig in the near future. the P229 is the same price as the P226 in the stores down here.

OK, that's good to know about Sig's accuracy.

 

[KarenMarie]

one of the nicest feeling 9mm i ever shot was the Barretta 92F.

Very accurate. Nice feel. Reasonably priced.

 

[Promethply]

Originally posted by: KarenMarie
one of the nicest feeling 9mm i ever shot was the Barretta 92F.

Very accurate. Nice feel. Reasonably priced.

I've heard many nice things about this one -- it's pretty hefty though.

 

[K1052]

Originally posted by: Promethply

Originally posted by: KarenMarie
one of the nicest feeling 9mm i ever shot was the Barretta 92F.

Very accurate. Nice feel. Reasonably priced.

I've heard many nice things about this one -- it's pretty hefty though.

There are much better guns for the money, IMO.

I've owned a 92 and still own a 96. I only bought them because I got a very good deal on the pair from a friend.

 

[KarenMarie]

Originally posted by: K1052

Originally posted by: Promethply

Originally posted by: KarenMarie
one of the nicest feeling 9mm i ever shot was the Barretta 92F.

Very accurate. Nice feel. Reasonably priced.

I've heard many nice things about this one -- it's pretty hefty though.

There are much better guns for the money, IMO.

I've owned a 92 and still own a 96. I only bought them because I got a very good deal on the pair from a friend.

you might be right... i am not an expert or anything even close. it was the first gun i ever fired. I carried the Glock 27 every day, but found the Baretta to nice, accurate, comfortable firearm. I liked it. I liked the SIG, too but it was way too pricey for me on the budget I had at the time.

Different ppl and different hand sizes and different budgets will recommend different things.

 

[K1052]

Originally posted by: KarenMarie

Originally posted by: K1052

Originally posted by: Promethply

Originally posted by: KarenMarie
one of the nicest feeling 9mm i ever shot was the Barretta 92F.

Very accurate. Nice feel. Reasonably priced.

I've heard many nice things about this one -- it's pretty hefty though.

There are much better guns for the money, IMO.

I've owned a 92 and still own a 96. I only bought them because I got a very good deal on the pair from a friend.

you might be right... i am not an expert or anything even close. it was the first gun i ever fired. I carried the Glock 27 every day, but found the Baretta to nice, accurate, comfortable firearm. I liked it. I liked the SIG, too but it was way too pricey for me on the budget I had at the time.

Different ppl and different hand sizes and different budgets will recommend different things.

True enough.

 

[Nebor]

Originally posted by: KarenMarie
one of the nicest feeling 9mm i ever shot was the Barretta 92F.

Very accurate. Nice feel. Reasonably priced.

Aren't you originally from England?

 

[OJ]

I have had both Sig's & Glock's and I like the way a Glock sets lower in my hand. It
feels closer to the center support when you shoot, although the Sig is an good
firearm, just sits kind of tall in my hand if you know what I mean.

 

[Nebor]

Sig and H&K are the choice of professionals. I've got half a dozen Sigs. Best guns in the world, IMO. I have a couple Kimber's now, but while they shoot great, and they're pretty, they just don't inspire the confidence in me that my SIGs do. I could dunk my 228 in water and throw it against a wall as hard as I could, and it would still work when I needed it. I've put 20,000 rounds through it, and I've had one misfire. Due to a shell with no powder in it. That's reliability. That's what will save your life.

 

[Promethply]

Originally posted by: Nebor
Sig and H&K are the choice of professionals. I've got half a dozen Sigs. Best guns in the world, IMO. I have a couple Kimber's now, but while they shoot great, and they're pretty, they just don't inspire the confidence in me that my SIGs do. I could dunk my 228 in water and throw it against a wall as hard as I could, and it would still work when I needed it. I've put 20,000 rounds through it, and I've had one misfire. Due to a shell with no powder in it. That's reliability. That's what will save your life.

OK, thanks, looks like it'll be the Sig P229

 

[Promethply]

Thank you to everyone for helping me decide on which semi-auto handgun to get, it's much appreciated :thumbsup:

 

[JEDI]

Originally posted by: KarenMarie
one of the nicest feeling 9mm i ever shot was the Barretta 92F.

Very accurate. Nice feel. Reasonably priced.

the 92f is the civilian version of the standard army issue side arm. it's too big to carry as a concealed, imo.

 

[RGN]

Good grief... I don't know one gun enthusiast that would recomend a Ruger Auto. Not one... They make good wheel guns, but the autos are crap. Total crap.