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11-21-2003, 09:47 AM #41
i have a colt 45auto.it is fun the rounds cost a bit but its a good gun... if you want a cheap hand gun get a 22 lol its like a bbgun but fun as hell
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11-21-2003, 10:01 AM #42Member
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Originally Posted by cb25
I'm sure the salesman at wherever you are buying it from could show you the quick
in's and out's of the gun. Just get some brochures or a book on gun safety. It's all basic common sense. Like don't look down the barrel. RR
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11-21-2003, 10:11 AM #43Originally Posted by redrock
are you leaning toward any specific gun at this point??
my stepdad had a 9mm luger that he loved...i think my mom kept it, so i may get it from her once I've learned a little bit more...but, even though mass recommended it earlier, i've heard things about lugers being dangerous, jamming or something...maybe i'm off...
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11-21-2003, 10:13 AM #44
I'm with bdtr and a couple of the other bros. Glock, in my opinion, provides the most gun for the $$. There are several different styles you can get, ranging from the regular service issue (model 17, 19, 22, 31) to smaller sizes that are better for concealment. Plus you can readily find a shitload of accessories for Glocks (holsters, grips, sights, etc.).
Mainly depends on what you are going to use it for and how much you are going to shoot it. If just carrying concealed and won't be shooting thousands of rounds through it each month, I like the G27 and G33 size. If you have big ol banana hands like bdtr, this won't feel good shooting. For me though, it fits concealed nicely and I don't shoot it much, so I like the size. There are medium sizes to choose from also that may be a good middle ground - models G19, G23, G32.
Next thing you will have to decide is the caliber. 9mm is a popular caliber and inexpensive to shoot, but kind of old school. 40 cal is the most popular nowadays and provides a little more punch and is still pretty inexpensive to shoot. This is what the majority (in my area) of the law enforcement carry.
The one caliber I do like all the stats on is the .357 sig. It has great knockdown and doesn't kick any worse than the 40, but is a little more expensive to shoot. I know some of the law enforcement agencies are switching over to the sig, so it should be around for quite a while and get less expensive to shoot. The guns themselves are all priced very close, regardless the caliber.
I would probably go with the 40 if I was you. Great all around gun. If you have any questions, I'm pretty sure between all of the bros on the board you will be able to get answers.
Hope this helps. Happy shooting!
peace,
ttgb
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11-21-2003, 01:32 PM #45
i love my sig p226.. .357 sig rounds. If i had to describe the firing action... it'd be smooth and effortless. Makes an awesome sound too... cross between a "pop" and a "crack"
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11-21-2003, 02:04 PM #46Member
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Originally Posted by cb25
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11-21-2003, 02:07 PM #47Originally Posted by redrock
peace,
ttgb
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11-21-2003, 02:25 PM #48Originally Posted by redrock
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11-21-2003, 02:28 PM #49
My first handgun was a .22 browning targeting pistol, limited edition. Small, but nice.
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11-21-2003, 02:34 PM #50
I hate guns, I think they are a terrible thing, and I'm kinda happy they are illegal in Canada, HOWEVER, I would say go with the Desert Eagle, cuz it just looks kickass (the silver kind, with a nice handle), maybe ivory handle. Yeah I know I'm sometimes a hypocrit
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11-21-2003, 02:53 PM #51Originally Posted by big daddy k de
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11-21-2003, 03:14 PM #52Member
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Originally Posted by chrisAdams
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11-21-2003, 03:28 PM #53
you might look into a ruger if money is a concern, great gun for a decent price.
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11-21-2003, 10:49 PM #54
trust me.......Berretta 92F or Kimber 45 (any model Kimber is bad ass).
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11-22-2003, 12:39 AM #55Senior Member
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bro it really doesnt matter wich one you get out of the sig and a glock both are great guns. I would go with either the glock 23 or 27.......Glock 36 is also a good choice .45cal(compact) very thin........Also the Sig Pro229 is an awesome gun.
here is a pic of my sig
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11-23-2003, 06:45 PM #56
Dunno much about handguns . . . when I was training police dogs in the military they issued me a Smith & Wesson 38. Never cared much for it. What seemed to make a stronger impression on troublemakers on base were the dogs . . .
Had some guys show up at the main gate on base making a lot of trouble, the gate guard called for assistance. First MP showed up, told 'em to straighten up or else, and they just cackled, "Or else what? Are you gonna shoot us?" A minute later my bud showed up with his german shepherd, told 'em to simmer down, and the dog snarled at 'em a few times, and they were as polite as kids at grandma's turkey dinner.
Given a choice, I'd take a trained dog over a handgun.
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11-23-2003, 06:54 PM #57
lol.. being a swede an all this shit sounds unreal..
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11-23-2003, 07:12 PM #58Originally Posted by RoNNy THe BuLL
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11-23-2003, 07:12 PM #59Originally Posted by AnabolicSwede
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11-23-2003, 07:26 PM #60
What are you going to use it for? Target, concealed, home defense? If your going for protection go with a .45 cal. More knock down. Asking what is a good gun to buy is like asking what kind of car should I get. I used to be a marksmanship instructor so PM me and I can give you more advice.
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11-23-2003, 07:41 PM #61Originally Posted by Tock
I have shot hundreds of coyotes (dogs). Gun seemed to be more powerful than a dog. So given a choice I take the gun. Besides, my guns never shit in the floor either.
peace,
ttgb
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11-24-2003, 02:48 AM #62Originally Posted by Terinox
Things to consider:
1) ease of operation
2) cheap, readily available ammunition
3) low maintenance, as few moving parts as possible
4) is it for practice, conceal and carry, etc
5) availability of accessories
6) practice, practice, practice, no point in carrying a tool you don't know how to skillfully use
Btdr is on the money when he says guns are for killing people, that is their ONLY modern use. Hunting doesn't count, it's a hobbyist simulation of 'old school' living. This however, doesn't make them good or bad...guns are inanimate objects. An external force needs to act on them in order for them to do something. Food for thought for any firearm haters out there.
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11-24-2003, 04:11 AM #63Originally Posted by chicamahomico
i dont agree at all with Michael Moore's "Bowling for Columbine", but some parts of the film say trues. This is not a personal reply, just agree-disagree guns discussion.
Into the thread: Beretta 9mm parabellum, light power but cheap (69 euro) and nice aiming and perforating.
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11-24-2003, 08:35 AM #64Associate Member
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11-24-2003, 12:37 PM #65Originally Posted by wiky
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11-26-2003, 12:40 PM #66Originally Posted by chicamahomico
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11-26-2003, 12:40 PM #67
But back to guns..get a .45...
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11-29-2003, 09:32 AM #68New Member
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Originally Posted by redrock
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11-29-2003, 10:41 AM #69Member
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Well, I ended up getttinng a Beretta 96 .40. The price was good. It felt great in my hands. It's easy to take apart for cleaning purposes. I'll let you guys know how is shoots as soon as i get it. Thanks for all the help. RR
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11-29-2003, 04:52 PM #70
great choice! Sounds like you made the right decision since it felt good to you. I really like the .40 cal also. Let us know how well it shoots.
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11-30-2003, 10:17 AM #71
1. Hand guns are not illegal in Canada. They are heavily controlled. Before you go to the shooting range you have to inform the police of when you're going, the route you're taking, and when you will be returning. You are not allowed to stop anywhere between your house and the gun range.
2. We have so many juiced up strong people on this board...why do they need guns to protect themselves from a 130 pound cracked out thief. Grab the punk and beat the f u c k i n g crap out of him.
I find it funny how scared and paranoid people are. What are you afraid of? You spend more time worrying about something that's never going to happen. Don't live your life in fear.
Check out Bowling for Columbine.
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12-03-2003, 04:53 AM #72
Good choice bro I have a Cougar
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