[Lockbar]

I have lots of experience with handguns. Probably fired 30,000 plus rounds in handguns in the past 35 years. Number one the most important thing is training. Make sure you have handgun experience/training before buying a handgun. Number two, I strongly suggest a new handgun owner to get a quality revolver as their first handgun. Revolvers are easy to learn with, and are less complicated, and can also be more reliable than a semi-automatic. I would go with a Smith and Wesson model 10 in .38 special caliber. Holds six cartridges. Its the most basic handgun Smith & Wesson makes. You can find a really nice used Model 10 for around $275-$300 if you look around. Even with having a lot of experience and a lot of other handgun options, I would not be afraid to stake my life on the Model 10.

[Spok]

“I would not be afraid to stake my life on the Model 10.”

Good advice. I have a couple model 10’s, model 13, model 14, model 67 and some Colts, all DA .38’s, but when my wife has my model 36, I carry a Pug .44 special. I prefer a gun that will fit in my pocket and won’t leave home without it.

[Armedanddangerous]

Sir I commend you..you gave good advice..

[ChocChipCookie]

Do you have any theories as to why I shoot with more accuracy w/ our .375 revolver than any of our pistols (Sig/Glock/Walther)? It really bugs me.