[ARCHIVED THREAD] - First handgun (Page 1 of 3)
Posted: 2/19/2012 8:39:22 AM EDT
| I am looking at getting my first hand gun. Not exactly sure what i want but my limit is around 600 give or take just depends on what i find. Im looking at something that i might use as a carry piece possibly. The few that i have been looking at are the fn fnx and the fns was not sure what the differences are between the two. Also the beretta 90 two, glock 19 or 17, xdm 9 preferably the 3.8 inch. Im looking for some input and some other options which im sure im leaving some out. And yes i know i need to get out and actually hold them before i make a final choice as every gun has a different feel. |
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has there been problems with the 90 two's? And i havent heard anything good about the storms just a few bad things so i was not sure about them over the others i mentioned More aftermarket support for 92fs plus 90-'s are usually more expensive. I have a PX4 with over 2000 rounds no issues, only concern I have with it is the cost of magazines and not a large selection of holsters. The only issues i've ever heard about with the Storm are trigger "sting" (never happened to me) and some are finicky with steel cased ammo. |
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Glock 19. Mags are widely available and relatively cheap. Parts are available and can be installed by the owner. 9mm ammo is more affordable than other calibers but still is effective with modern HPs. G19 size is a good balance between a full size range/bedside gun and a subcompact carry piece. |
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Originally Posted By ––bullseye––:
Glock 19. Mags are widely available and relatively cheap. Parts are available and can be installed by the owner. 9mm ammo is more affordable than other calibers but still is effective with modern HPs. G19 size is a good balance between a full size range/bedside gun and a subcompact carry piece. This, every bit of it. |
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Not trying to detract from your original post or anything, but how much shooting experience do you have? Just thinking it may be wiser to buy a 22LR plinker and learn fundamentals first if you do not already have that.
Of the ones you have listed, personally, I would go with the XDM-9, but that's just me. I personally like the way they shoot & feel, and have never been a huge Glock fan-boy. Now don't get me wrong, Glocks ARE good guns (not trying to start a flame war), but I just prefer the grip design of the XDM to the Glock, just a personal preference. I have heard very good things about the FN's, and I would say go with the FNX (over the FNP) as the FNX was supposedly the "new and improved" version of the FNP.. From what i have read, they just refined the FNP to make it a little better, but what exactly they refined, I do not know. I do know that I have heard good things about the gun across the board though. As far as the Beretta 90-Two, though it is a cool looking gun, the size of it may make it harder to conceal. I know, I know, people can conceal just about anything with the proper clothing, but it will be allot easier with a slimmer / more compact gun, so think about that when looking at handguns. And as far as the "hold them all before deciding", that is a KEY thing to do when buying a gun, especially your first. You want the gun to fit and feel natural, as that will build your confidence, and make you want to shoot it more and train with it. |
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at 600 bucks you should consider adding a little dough and getting a battery if guns- one size does not fit all for concealed carry- plus you also need a good .22 for practice cheaply and learning fundamentals. this would be my list:
"regular size" carry glock 19, used 3rd gen smith and wesson, sig p6 or 228. don't even think of buying new- great consdition used guns are a lot cheaper and nearly always work fine. small concealment gun- kel tec p380 trainer ruger standard auto you can get all the above used with support gear (holsters spare mags etc ) for well under a grand. another option -revolvers- k frame smith + j frame smith = speedloaders/hosters etc well within your 600 budget |
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Originally Posted By ––bullseye––:
Glock 19. Mags are widely available and relatively cheap. Parts are available and can be installed by the owner. 9mm ammo is more affordable than other calibers but still is effective with modern HPs. G19 size is a good balance between a full size range/bedside gun and a subcompact carry piece. yup |
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i have some shooting back round with just going to the range with some of my friends and shooting what they had. Ive only shot a .44 mag not sure what brand but it was a older revolver and a beretta m9. other than that just rifles and shotguns i guess which i own a few of.
Aas of now the budget i have is all im willing to spend unless i make it to a gun show and find some good deals then i might up it. Im also not really looking for just a ccw thats why im looking at some of the bigger models such as the fnx. I will buy others down the road just looking to get started and get some more experience than what i have mainly my reasons with going with the nine for right now till i feel more comfortable with something bigger. I appreciate all the input from everyone. so the list as it stand ppq xdm9 fnx g19 possibly m&p 9 |
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Quoted: has anyone used buds gun shop online? I got my S&W M&P 15-22 from them. They're charging $500 for a Glock, which is probably close to the going rate. Little rich for my tastes. I'd keep an eye out locally for a little better price (Equipment Exhange, used guns at stores, etc).
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ya i really like the look of the fnx havent got the chance to hold one and have not heard anything bad about them either but i have held a glock at a gun show before not sure which gen but it was a bit bulky for my hand.
i would love to buy used but i am not exactly sure were to even look around here just moved here a few months back so online sources are all i have had time to check |
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I don't even particularly like g19 but I know I would have been much better off buying a g19 for my first pistol, getting a holster, mags and sights, then shooting it a ton. When you've shot and trained enough that you don't suck, then think about buying a different gun that might suit your needs better.
Thing is, when you get to that point you'll likely realize you already have a perfectly good gun and will get better results just spending more time practicing and training vs buying something new. |
| thats my plan i can always get something better later its more about the price right now and the fnx and ppq and some of the g19's are all about the same price point from what i have seen i would like to buy a used one of these if i can the g19 just not sure about the grip as i said i have held some glocks not sure what models but the grip was bigger on it and i have smaller hands |
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Quoted: thanks for the videos quick question should i be looking at a 9mm or a 40 I would DEFINITELY go 9mm. Practice ammo is noticeably cheaper. With modern hollowpoints (Speer Gold Dot, Winchester Ranger T, Federal HST) the expansion on the 9mm all but negates the size advantage of the .40. I've fired a fair amount of 9mm and .40 and really don't see a major advantage to .40. You will be able to afford to shoot more ammo with the 9mm (always a good thing when you're learning to shoot) and the recoil is more manageable on the 9mm (not that it's horrible with the .40, but it can be a bit snappy for a new shooter).
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Step 1: Decide what you like. Go to a gun shop and have them place all of these pistols in front of you. - Glock 17 - Glock 19 - Colt or Springfield (or similar quality) 1911. - Whatever 9mm Sig makes. - Whatever 9mm S&W makes. - Whatever 9mm H&K makes. Step 2: Do some dry fire at the shop, get a feel for them. If possible (indoor range/shop with rentals) shoot them all. If you're lucky one of those will fit you like a glove and feel like a natural extension of your hand (as handguns are supposed to feel). Step 3: Buy that one. ETA: I put the 1911 in there because there are many shooters who will try the 1911 and never switch back. It's best to determine if you are one of those people right off the bat before buying guns you inevitably sell at a loss. |