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Originally Posted by Jooboy,Jul 14 2008, 08:26 AM
i suggest just buying a new gun from a respectable shop (vs gunshow or used). do they have a Sportsman's Warehouse in Oklahoma City? i've had very good experiences with them on two handgun purchases.
if you want a handgun for target shooting AND putting in your car (your original post said putting in the car, now you say target shooting) - i would say a nice .45 ACP 1911, kimber or springfield. if you want a polymer, go glock or HK, but nowadays all the companies are making them. the big differences are caliber, if it's striker or hammer fired, and safety features.
btw, what kind of budget are you on?
if you want a handgun for target shooting AND putting in your car (your original post said putting in the car, now you say target shooting) - i would say a nice .45 ACP 1911, kimber or springfield. if you want a polymer, go glock or HK, but nowadays all the companies are making them. the big differences are caliber, if it's striker or hammer fired, and safety features.
btw, what kind of budget are you on?
I dont want to spend more than 400 dollars.
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Firearms retain value partly because they tend to be durable. Used is an excellent idea if you can get a gunsmith to give it a once-over. It should only take a minute or two for an experienced eye to spot known issues in most models.
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Well, you aren't getting a 1911 for under $400 new. You could have problems getting one in good to excellent condition for that price used too, unless you buy a Taurus, which I wouldn't.
Personally I would just get a polymer frame .45 ACP. Springfield XD line is my favorite. They sit better in my hand than a glock, HK, etc, and I prefer the feel when firing. XD will run you abour $510-560 new depending on barrel length (4 or 5"). A Glock 21, 4.6" barrel, will run about $550-600. So clearly, a fine used example of either should be readily available at under $400. HKs run significantly more.
None of these are particularly small guns, but they could be concealed inside your waistband, or under your arm. They are also good range guns (comfortable to fire), and should be very reliable for when you get attacked by a bear or rogue climber with a bloody pick axe. So, get to a range and test drive a few..
XD, 4"
Glock 21
Personally I would just get a polymer frame .45 ACP. Springfield XD line is my favorite. They sit better in my hand than a glock, HK, etc, and I prefer the feel when firing. XD will run you abour $510-560 new depending on barrel length (4 or 5"). A Glock 21, 4.6" barrel, will run about $550-600. So clearly, a fine used example of either should be readily available at under $400. HKs run significantly more.
None of these are particularly small guns, but they could be concealed inside your waistband, or under your arm. They are also good range guns (comfortable to fire), and should be very reliable for when you get attacked by a bear or rogue climber with a bloody pick axe. So, get to a range and test drive a few..
XD, 4"
Glock 21
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i'd like to add to that list smith & wesson's m&p line. they're in a similar price range as the glocks and xd's. one of my buddies has one and had a chance to shoot it - pretty nice. also, the handgrips are interchangeable to get a more custom fit for your hands. i thought that was a pretty neat feature.
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i have to agree with a few of the others. definitely handle as many different brands as you can. cabelas and other larger gun stores are great cause the salesmen normally dont mind u handling everything. gun shows are good too.
if your not looking to spend more than $400 or so then you may want to look into getting a police trade in. beretta 92fs' and glock 22s in particular. alot of dealers sell these at gun shows. most dont have that many rounds through them and typically only have some holster wear and worn grips.
a great source for information would be www.ar15.com . they cover everything from assault rifles to handguns, laws for concealed and open carry, holsters, parts, ammo choices, and anything you can possibly think of.
i've owned quite a few different handguns and when i comes down to it you will only find a few that fit you perfect. sometimes spending a little more right off the bat is well worth it in the long run too (just like care parts). just take your time and you will be very happy with your choice.
if your not looking to spend more than $400 or so then you may want to look into getting a police trade in. beretta 92fs' and glock 22s in particular. alot of dealers sell these at gun shows. most dont have that many rounds through them and typically only have some holster wear and worn grips.
a great source for information would be www.ar15.com . they cover everything from assault rifles to handguns, laws for concealed and open carry, holsters, parts, ammo choices, and anything you can possibly think of.
i've owned quite a few different handguns and when i comes down to it you will only find a few that fit you perfect. sometimes spending a little more right off the bat is well worth it in the long run too (just like care parts). just take your time and you will be very happy with your choice.
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Originally Posted by Skuzzy,Jul 15 2008, 06:58 AM
Well, primary purpose is for the travels. But I see myself shooting it for "fun" a lot.
I dont want to spend more than 400 dollars.
I dont want to spend more than 400 dollars.
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I have a concealed permit and I carry the new Beretta 90-Two (.40). It is far from a concealable gun but I have yet to find a compact that I like.
Thinking the HK P2000k will be the new cc.
Thinking the HK P2000k will be the new cc.
