Never have been to a firing range - they have different types of arms to try?
I agree with Paleo...and yep, the ranges I’ve been at do have ones you “rent” for the night. I’d also get yourself a private instructor...it goes faster.
You’ll be SOOOOOOOOO hooked on going to the range it’ll be unreal.
Well, that’s what I’ve heard and all. ;) :) :)
The NRA Basic pistol course will have different pistols. Find someone who teaches it in your local area.
Most will have a selection of arms to rent. Being that you’re female, expect the male chauvanist pig attitude from a lot of gun shop employees.
Depending on what area you’re in, you can find some good folks that can help you out. Might want to also talk to some of the ladies at the Second Amendment Sisters group.
If you’re near the eastern panhandle of West Virginia, look us up at the link in my sig line. My wife can take you to the range and help you pick a gun.
I hesitate to give advice leaning one way or another for various reasons. You need to find what feels good in your hand and what you can handle live fire. Also, men will usually try to steer you to cutsy little pink POS pistols in .22 or .380. Avoid that. Look at the full spectrum and don’t go cheap.
Remember, what you put into a gun is the exact amount you value your family and yourself. Look for good quality and ask lots of questions. Don’t just go with the gun of the week on the internet.
There are introductory classes taught almost everywhere. Don’t buy a firearm until you have an idea of how to handle it safely. IF you can find a local gun range, or gun shop, they can help you find someone; maybe they will have time to get you started with the basics.
Some firing ranges have guns available for rent.
Lots of things enter into the question about what is the right firearm for you. Hand size, recoil tolerance, whether or not you plan to carry it or keep it in your nightstand at night, etc., etc. Another thing to consider is how you are going to keep it separated from any children in your life. Guns and kids don’t mix well.
Were you familiar and comfortable with your Beretta?
Yes, the local range I belong to rents different types guns for people to try out.
Also, look around and see if there is an online gun organization in your state. here in Indiana, we have INGO, with over 27,000 members. Folks like myself often let others try out the weapons they have.