New handgun suggestions please?
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pythagorean
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You're missing a few I'd want:
1. .41 or .44 Magnum
2. Colt SAA
3. .22
4. 1911
5. smaller detective type undercover revolver
1. .41 or .44 Magnum
2. Colt SAA
3. .22
4. 1911
5. smaller detective type undercover revolver
You are just getting started my friend
You definitely need a 38 sp snubby, a nice 22lr, a 1911, maybe a 41 or 44, and a couple more 357's...
I would start with a Colt Detective Special, or a nice 22, or maybe a Springfield 1911, maybe a Ruger sa revolver in 45 lc, oh hell theres a million ways you could go...just dont get another glock, your Python will be very upset if you do
You definitely need a 38 sp snubby, a nice 22lr, a 1911, maybe a 41 or 44, and a couple more 357's...
I would start with a Colt Detective Special, or a nice 22, or maybe a Springfield 1911, maybe a Ruger sa revolver in 45 lc, oh hell theres a million ways you could go...just dont get another glock, your Python will be very upset if you do
zombieslayer
New member
A few worth adding to a collection-
- Browning Hi-Power
- 1911
- Ruger MkI or mkII
- S&W model 36
- Browning Hi-Power
- 1911
- Ruger MkI or mkII
- S&W model 36
S&W-Keeper
New member
It looks like to me that you need a S&W model 617.
I would go with a 1911, especially if you can find one in you're price range in stainless and without the forward cocking serrations. Maybe a Mil-spec or GI model. Unless you're into the whole forward serrations then I would go with it. Its up to you, but you need to add that JMB design to your collection of semi's.
cougar gt-e
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A nice .22 either pistol (my choice) or revolver. Pure cheap fun.
Depends on the snub. Pocket sized guns are a challenge to shoot, though I do better with little 5 shot snubs than tiny pocket autos. Still, I don't shoot my J Frame 642 as well as larger guns. And recoil can be an issue for some once the weight of the gun drops below 18 to 20 oz or so.
OTH, I have a 2" S&W Model 15 6 shot (S&W's medium K Frame) with adjustable sights that is as easy to shoot as well as my 6" S&W Model 14. Though it is no pocket gun (well, maybe a coat pocket). It is a fun one to shoot because recoil is tame, and other folks at the range that don't know better are often stunned to see such a short barrel gun capable of ragged one hole groups at 7 yards (fired double action).
OTH, I have a 2" S&W Model 15 6 shot (S&W's medium K Frame) with adjustable sights that is as easy to shoot as well as my 6" S&W Model 14. Though it is no pocket gun (well, maybe a coat pocket). It is a fun one to shoot because recoil is tame, and other folks at the range that don't know better are often stunned to see such a short barrel gun capable of ragged one hole groups at 7 yards (fired double action).
pythagorean
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The short barreled revolver of smaller size and weight is not as accurate as most other longer barreled handguns. Up to 15 yards or so they can be accurate in the SA mode.
What makes them desirable to me is the ease of taking them anywhere without being obviously packing. What makes a good carry gun is the ease of carry without feeling compromised.
Most times guns are left at home is because the decision to carry causes more frustration in freedom of movement.
There are small autos one can substitute to overcome this problem. But the revolver is kind of a classic undercover piece and has more reliability.
Yes they are extremely fun to shoot at the ranges they are effective with.
What makes them desirable to me is the ease of taking them anywhere without being obviously packing. What makes a good carry gun is the ease of carry without feeling compromised.
Most times guns are left at home is because the decision to carry causes more frustration in freedom of movement.
There are small autos one can substitute to overcome this problem. But the revolver is kind of a classic undercover piece and has more reliability.
Yes they are extremely fun to shoot at the ranges they are effective with.
bluetopper
New member
I've had just about all of them and nice 1911's and S&W revolvers are all that really trip my trigger anymore.
Try either, or both.
I found no "pride of ownership" with polymers.
Try either, or both.
I found no "pride of ownership" with polymers.
buck460XVR
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Do you reload? If not, I recommend a good reloading set-up so you can shoot what you have more. If you do, then for sure, you need a 1911.