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re: With all the gun talk, need handgun recommendations...
Posted on 12/7/15 at 7:41 pm to VaBamaMan
Posted on 12/7/15 at 7:41 pm to VaBamaMan
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The only thing equal on all of them, is the abysmal trigger
That would make sense... might have been attributing it to the weight, but really other factors.
Are you saying this is consistent across S&W (including the Shield) or across the SDs regardless of quality? Seems like that would be a con for the Shield if so, so assuming it's the latter.
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Posted on 12/7/15 at 7:42 pm to The_Joker
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The 1911 is over 100 years old and is severely limited in magazine capacity, and the .45 is overrated.
The fact that it's still one of the most sold guns every year says a lot for the design. If you can't drop a couple assholes at close range with 8 rounds, you probably shouldn't carry.
This post was edited on 12/7/15 at 7:46 pm
Posted on 12/7/15 at 7:44 pm to AU86
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S &W M&P Shield 9 mm. Great gun.
This is an awesome gun. Especially for a first gun. Price is good, feels good....just do it.
If you have a gander mountain nearby, pull up academy's price on your phone-they match AND give you 10%
This post was edited on 12/7/15 at 7:45 pm
Posted on 12/7/15 at 7:46 pm to TideJoe
Not to hijack this thread, but I'm someone who has never shot a handgun in my life (only used a rifle a handful of times). I've already signed up for the saftey class required to to get a conceal carry permit in TN (memphis... yeah 
), but I was wondering what any of you guys would suggest I do about choosing a gun once I'm ready. Should I just go to a store and handle a few until I find one that feels good in the hands?
), but I was wondering what any of you guys would suggest I do about choosing a gun once I'm ready. Should I just go to a store and handle a few until I find one that feels good in the hands?This post was edited on 12/7/15 at 7:47 pm
Posted on 12/7/15 at 7:47 pm to UMRealist
Find one that is comfortable and then shoot it, if you like it buy it.
Posted on 12/7/15 at 7:47 pm to fibonaccisquared
For CC: S&W model 642
Snub nose so it fits in the pocket, hammerless and has a heavy trigger pull so it's safe to put in your pocket without a holster. .45 so it's got good stopping for close range, which is the type of situation you would most likely need CC for
For home defense: Taurus Judge
Loads .410 shotshells and .45. I like to load mine with increasing leathality starting with ratshot for a warning working to the .45 horndays for the potential kill shot
Snub nose so it fits in the pocket, hammerless and has a heavy trigger pull so it's safe to put in your pocket without a holster. .45 so it's got good stopping for close range, which is the type of situation you would most likely need CC for
For home defense: Taurus Judge
Loads .410 shotshells and .45. I like to load mine with increasing leathality starting with ratshot for a warning working to the .45 horndays for the potential kill shot
Posted on 12/7/15 at 7:48 pm to UMRealist
Probably not the person to ask, but just my two cents since I'm in the market. I will not buy a gun I haven't shot. Regardless of feel, hands on experience firing is different. My plan is to narrow it down to a few models, then find a range(s) that rents the models I'm looking at.
Posted on 12/7/15 at 7:50 pm to fibonaccisquared
Got a pretty fair recoil but man it'll knock some shite over.
Posted on 12/7/15 at 7:57 pm to fibonaccisquared
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Are you saying this is consistent across S&W (including the Shield) or across the SDs regardless of quality? Seems like that would be a con for the Shield if so, so assuming it's the latter.
Just the SD's. There is a reason they are full size guns that are $75-$175 less than the Shield.
My dad has a SD .40. I can't shoot it to save my life.
Supposedly they were designed to be aimed like you were pointing your finger, but I can't hit a target with more than 2/3 of the mag from 25-30 ft.
The Shield is completely different, I can put it where I want it as long as the distance isn't too great. 4" barrels don't do well with longer shots.
Posted on 12/7/15 at 7:59 pm to UMRealist
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UMRealist
Do you want it for conceal carry, for home defense, or just to go to the range and look cool?
A gun is a tool and there are different ones for different jobs m.
Posted on 12/7/15 at 8:04 pm to UMRealist
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Not to hijack this thread, but I'm someone who has never shot a handgun in my life (only used a rifle a handful of times). I've already signed up for the saftey class required to to get a conceal carry permit in TN (memphis... yeah ), but I was wondering what any of you guys would suggest I do about choosing a gun once I'm ready. Should I just go to a store and handle a few until I find one that feels good in the hands?
I'm a firm believer in cutting your teeth on a revolver, especially if you plan on carrying. I'm pretty certain that's what they'll recommend in your class.
Posted on 12/7/15 at 8:08 pm to UMRealist
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Should I just go to a store and handle a few until I find one that feels good in the hands?
Dead on it.
Also, a lot of places will let you try on holsters with the gun you like to see if its a comfortable carry for you. I carry inside my belt just in front of my right hip. You might be more comfortable with an ankle holster, or a pocket holster.
Where you can comfortably carry and easily get the gun out fast and safely, should also determine what gun to get.
Posted on 12/7/15 at 8:27 pm to fibonaccisquared
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Posted on 12/7/15 at 8:30 pm to DarthTiger
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Federal HST,
I haven't bought these, how do they compare to the Hornady Critical Defense FTX?
Posted on 12/7/15 at 8:41 pm to VaBamaMan
I've been a dealer for 15 years. Answer...the gun that fits your hand the best. That is the truth.
Don't play the game "is Ford or Chevy the best?".
Don't play the game "is Ford or Chevy the best?".
Posted on 12/7/15 at 9:11 pm to fibonaccisquared
Glock 19
Posted on 12/7/15 at 9:49 pm to VaBamaMan
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Posted on 12/7/15 at 9:56 pm to TideJoe
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fact that it's still one of the most sold guns every year says a lot for the design.
I hate this argument so much. Nobody buys it because it works better or is more practical than a shitload of other guns in the market. They buy it because it's old, cool and everybody makes 25 models of them.
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If you can't drop a couple assholes at close range with 8 rounds, you probably shouldn't carry.
Just because a Model T gets you to work doesn't mean there's no reason to get a 2016 Fusion instead.
Almost all modern polymer framed handguns are lighter, have a higher capacity, and require a LOT less maintenance than a 1911.
Posted on 12/7/15 at 10:22 pm to The_Joker
I'm a 1911 guy, have many, shoot all of 'em and know them inside and out. But I can't say one bad thing about the polymer guns. They, for the most part, are well designed (using Browning's concept), well built, reliable and safe.
The absolute best firearm is the one in your hand when you need it. The worst one sits in your night stand, while your standing some place wishing you hadn't left it there.
Carry early, carry often.
The absolute best firearm is the one in your hand when you need it. The worst one sits in your night stand, while your standing some place wishing you hadn't left it there.
Carry early, carry often.
Posted on 12/7/15 at 10:45 pm to five_fivesix
That's why I like the Hi Power, it's a simplified 1911.
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