My first hand gun.

12.5.15 | myself

[EvilCapitalist]

That’s what I had. The 9mm that is. But I lost it in a tragic boating accident.

[Talisker]

I’ve always been a fan of Drastic Plastic. The Glock fires every time you want it to.

Seconded.

[Scrambler Bob]

get Class III stamp to carry in wallet holster
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I am not familiar with this. Can you elaborate, please.

[Lazamataz]

I hate you.

[samadams2000]

Ruger SP101- .357 revolver- You can buy less expensive .38 Spcl ammo for it. Buy American. Ruger/ S&Wesson etc. Buy Federal Ammo made in America. Buy Buy Buy!

[Ruy Dias de Bivar]

***I am lobbying for one that fits my hand like it was made for it!***

Try a Browning Hi-Power.

[Lee Enfield]

That’s the one.

[papertyger]

I've always been a fan of Drastic Plastic. The Glock fires every time you want it to.

True, but because of the grip angle you have to carry and train with it almost exclusively. Granted, it might not make much difference at 5 yards, but 15 or 20...?

[yarddog]

I agree. No gun fits my hand like the Hi-Power. You can improve on perfection by adding Hogue rubber grips.

[Arlis]

May I disagree with your .357 Mag recommendation? Ok for an experienced shooter who can hit the bullseye - but not good for an inexperienced shooter - even a lot of experienced shooters have a problem with the recoil and/or expectation of it.

And a .357 Mag is a terrible weapon for home defense - after dark. The flash will blind a shooter for 4 seconds or more - something you can afford if someone is in your house.

Love my S&W Pro-Series 686-6 in stainless w/5” barrel & 7 round cylinder, but it won’t be pulled after dark.....Oh - forgot.....lost it when the canoe flipped a year ago........

[bravo whiskey]

My EDC is a Glock 19 in an Alien Gear IWB. I like it a lot.

me too though i switch it out with a 26 depending on the situation. if i am sitting all day don't need 2 longer spare mags digging into me.

[Pollster1]

Put me on the pro-Glock list - conditionally. Only if you never, ever put your finger on the trigger when you’re not supposed to. Only if you never get careless with firearms.

Loaded Glocks will fire every time you pull the trigger; the only safety is your conduct. I’m okay with that. Do not buy a Glock unless you meet the highest possible firearms standards 100% of the time. People who occasionally think, “good thing I had the safety on” should never touch a Glock. If that’s true for you, my vote is find a Glock that fits your hand in a caliber you like. Otherwise, there are a lot of good choices that have a safety.

[OL Hickory]

late to the post..just thought here we go
Glock vs 1911..so i will end the argument fast
When Glock wins 2 world wars..maybe

[SkyDancer]

Well I’ve never seen nor heard of a 1000 rd box. Pretty heavy I should think if you buy the three quantity limit.

[smokingfrog]

[07Jack]

Not the sexiest choice but a my favorite functional outlier for close range self defense:

Bond Arms Snake Slayer (or any other .410 gauge Derringer style that sprays multiple slugs and requires little skill under pressure to effectively neutralize a potential threat.)

http://bondarms.com/bond-arms-handguns/snake-slayer/

[Redleg Duke]

Thanks, but I am sticking with a New Hampshire PRODUCT

[dangerdoc]

For a first handgun, it’s hard to go wrong with a Glock 19. Fairly small, but not too small to handle well and if you live in a free state, can deliver 15+1 +p 9mm rounds without a reload. That was my wife’s first pistol, and remains her favorite.

You didn’t mention the purpose of the weapon. Is this something for up close and personal against one person protecting just yourself or something for standing off a group of people and protecting multiple people?

Are you going to carry or is this a house gun?

There are going to be trade offs no matter what you pick. Generally once you get to know the strengths and weaknesses of your first handgun, it leads to more purchases to round out your capabilities.

Finally, the best accessory for any handgun you purchase is 1000 rounds. That is not your stash, buy your ammo stash separately. You need to go out and shoot that 1000 rounds as soon as possible preferably with a coach helping.

[Pollster1]

Just don't tell your wife to get it for Christmas without being specific:

[FreedomForce]

Glocks are more prone to limp wristing than many semi-autos. I wouldn’t call it a big problem, but it’s something people should be aware of.

My Kel-Tec P11 is probably even worse in that regard. I really can’t get sloppy with my grip or it gives me trouble. Much different from my S&W 5904—I doubt I could limp wrist that one even if I tried.