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First firearm ownership suggestions
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Golddiggie
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If I had to chose between a high point and a grock (as much as I HATE grocks), I wouldn't pick a high point [anything]. Hell, I'd sooner get a M&P stupid compact. Then again, I DO have standards that aren't at the 99 cent bargain bin level. Which rules out high point.
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As already mentioned, go to stores and at least fondle the options. If possible, test fire stock versions of them as well. Don't test fire someone else's version that has an upgraded trigger, unless you factor the cost of that into your budget. I can't recall how many people have posted about swapping out grock triggers immediately in threads.
I think the only pistols I have, in the sub $500 range include a Ruger Wrangler and Old Army. Otherwise, everything else either started over that, or ended up over that before I was done working on them. The Ruger 22/45 (mark 4) is the closest when I got it. Went beyond that rather quickly once I started altering it. I suggest NOT doing that too fast with your first pistol. Especially if you're thinking about using it as a carry piece. IF you want it upgraded, get a good gunsmith to do it.
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I think you fail to see the superior quality of my sarcasmIf I had to chose between a high point and a grock (as much as I HATE grocks), I wouldn't pick a high point [anything]. Hell, I'd sooner get a M&P stupid compact. Then again, I DO have standards that aren't at the 99 cent bargain bin level. Which rules out high point.
As already mentioned, go to stores and at least fondle the options. If possible, test fire stock versions of them as well. Don't test fire someone else's version that has an upgraded trigger, unless you factor the cost of that into your budget. I can't recall how many people have posted about swapping out grock triggers immediately in threads.
I think the only pistols I have, in the sub $500 range include a Ruger Wrangler and Old Army. Otherwise, everything else either started over that, or ended up over that before I was done working on them. The Ruger 22/45 (mark 4) is the closest when I got it. Went beyond that rather quickly once I started altering it. I suggest NOT doing that too fast with your first pistol. Especially if you're thinking about using it as a carry piece. IF you want it upgraded, get a good gunsmith to do it.
Golddiggie
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Meter must be on the fritz... I suppose the yeet could be used as a projectile itself. So add another 'round' to it's capacity over what's listed.
@Lennypeters I mentioned the 22/45, but it starts outside his stated budget level (sub $500). Maybe finding one that's used would work.
A quality 22LR pistol would be a good first choice to get into shooting. Then progress up to other calibers along with makes and models. OP also needs to allocate funds for ammo... No matter how much you have, it's really never 'enough'. It's more "I have a decent amount, currently".
Tim_McD
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Buy the MP 2.0 and shoot it, enjoy it and plan your next purchase…which should include the Ruger SR22
Lots of fun to shoot with low cost ammo, my range trips always include the SR22
oldguy68
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No answer here is going to be right for you.
What are you looking for in a first handgun?
A range/target shooting firearm or one you would carry and am looking for concealability?
A full size pistol can be all those depending on how you would dress or horrible depending on how you would carry it.
Have you shot a firearm before.
Can you handle a bit of recoil or are you better suited to a rimfire cartridge.
Are you willing to learn the mechanics of a self feeding, magazine fed firearm? Or are you better off with a revolver?
What is your hand size? How far you do like the trigger reach and size of the grip of the pistol you are looking at?
Do you prefer a striker or hammer fired pistol?
The best answer here is try before you buy or at least handle some pistols to see how they feel in your hand.
The pistol you shoot most accurately and feels the most natural in your hand is the best logical choice given what you have told us.
What are you looking for in a first handgun?
A range/target shooting firearm or one you would carry and am looking for concealability?
A full size pistol can be all those depending on how you would dress or horrible depending on how you would carry it.
Have you shot a firearm before.
Can you handle a bit of recoil or are you better suited to a rimfire cartridge.
Are you willing to learn the mechanics of a self feeding, magazine fed firearm? Or are you better off with a revolver?
What is your hand size? How far you do like the trigger reach and size of the grip of the pistol you are looking at?
Do you prefer a striker or hammer fired pistol?
The best answer here is try before you buy or at least handle some pistols to see how they feel in your hand.
The pistol you shoot most accurately and feels the most natural in your hand is the best logical choice given what you have told us.
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Tartakovsky
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Might I mention Walther PDP or HK VP9? Go German. S&W is a fine gun but will need a trigger upgrade right away. You can get a VP9 for around $500 and will be good to go right out of the box unlike a S&W or Glock. Same with the PDP (or PPQ if you can find one). Also check out Canik.
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Umm..no a glock 20 in gods caliber is always the answer for these
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365 macro comp are very hard to beat for do it all guns.Might I mention Walther PDP or HK VP9? Go German. S&W is a fine gun but will need a trigger upgrade right away. You can get a VP9 for around $500 and will be good to go right out of the box unlike a S&W or Glock. Same with the PDP (or PPQ if you can find one). Also check out Canik.
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Good size...good cap...good shooter
Golddiggie
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All my pistols are SAO. The only thing I have that's DA/SA is my GP100. I've yet to handle a DAO gun that trigger didn't SUCK, at least to my standards. It's one of the reasons I refuse to get any DAO pistols at this point. IF I ever find a DAO pistol that has a trigger that isn't dog crap right out of the box, I'll think about purchasing it.
Another vote for this ... I'm probably buying an m&p 22 as a training companion piece to my Shield Plus.
Golddiggie
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I've been liking my CZ TS2, but that's SAO...
Tartakovsky
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My fall/winter carry is a 365 Macro. My spring/summer carry is a 43X with shield arms S15s
Bearcat996
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The Canik TP9SF for the money.
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I support this...i ran through 300ish rounds with one of my caniks the other day... still shoot those better than any other gun i pick up
