[aimhigh]

The latest in her series on buying a firearm while living in DC.

[Navy Patriot]

I recommend a compact Glock 40.

This thread will be fun.

[tickedoffnow]

Too many variables. It’s not like asking what’s the best LCD TV for the money.

She needs to go to a range, try quite a few and see what appeals to her.

[Floyd Rivers]

I’ve been looking at the Ruger LC9 and the beretta PX4 Storm. Good luck!

[frog in a pot]

In the source she states: Since Washington doesn’t allowed concealed carry (or any carry), I knew I wanted a full-size gun.

Haven't followed her series of articles but if she travels she should look into the Utah concealed permit.

That permit would give her 31 states in which to legally carry.

In which case she would be in the market for her second handgun! (Although it is not immediately clear whether she would have a problem getting that weapon into a DC airport.)

[Yosemitest]

For women just starting out with a firearm, check out the Smith & Wesson Model 317 AirLite, 317 LadySmith Revolvers.

[Cobra64]

Heckler & Koch P2000...

or

Sig Sauer P229...

[CelesteChristi]

Want a handgun that practically shoots itself? A weapon used by more government agencies than any other gun in the world? A weapon with 17 shots and one that will absorb the (shockingly light for the firepower) kick? A solid metal piece that will survive grit, salt, sand and anything else you throw at it? There’s only one... The CZ-75B. Get Two!

[smokingfrog]