[OKSooner]

In time, if there's still time left, you'll learn the value of having at least two good .22's in your safe. One handgun, one rifle. If you just want to go shooting, that's what you want. And as a matter of fact, the .22lr cartridge is more effective than you might think in many situations.

(Not to change the subject, but have you read Clancy's "Debt of Honor"? Man, that's a really good book. Clancy's best, IMO.)

Now, to answer your question: For novice shooters wanting a handgun - revolver, revolver, revolver. Just grab it by the handle and go blam. Ammo is relatively cheap in .38 special, and it's easier to reload than 9mm or .45acp. Even if you later go Rambo and accessorize with combat tupperware, (just kidding you guys) you'll still love your good ol' revolver and you'll appreciate it more with time. Again, assuming that there is time.

JMO.

[mamelukesabre]

Revolvers are already a thing of the past. You can tell by the way revolver ammo prices are getting insane. I hate to admit it myself cuz I really like revolvers. I have two smiths. ONe in 22rimfire and one in 357mag. Both K frame.