For a person with limited familiarity with handguns, it is hard to go wrong with a 6 shot revolver in 38 Special. Get a 3-4” barrel. Load it with Federal HST +P rounds.
This should fit all your requirements.
I’d second that.
Agreed. Semi-autos can be intimidating to people new to handguns, with all the moving parts. It will take range time to become comfortable with a semi-auto, and even then if you don’t shoot it from time to time you will you will lose that comfort level. Revolvers are simple, point and shoot.
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+1 on the basic .38 revolver. Practice some and save your empties in a dry place. Someday you can reload these. Use eye and ear protection when you shoot.
Never store a handgun in a case or bag because it will trap moisture next to it. Instead read up on basic care and maintenance.
Never go shooting with a jerk even if he is your bil. If you encounter jerks at the range, leave.