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    Vast majority of cops never ever pull their piece out on the job. What makes retired ones so special? They are no longer required to take action during a crime.

    Now if there was an exception for retired COMBAT infantrymen then I may go along with that. May even support exception for certified instructors. But would need further debate on anyone getting an exception.

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    To clarify, my question is not so much which specific .22 or 9mm to get but should I get a .22 or 9mm (or .357) first given my limited budget and intended use.

    I made this mistake 30 yrs ago with my first rifle. I bought 308 because that was what I was going to use hunting. At a $1 a shot I rarely used the thing so I was stuck in a vicious cycle -- did not practice, so I didn't use it--didn't use it so lost interest-- lost interest so I didn't practice --etc...

     

    When it came to getting my first handgun this year, I wasn't going to repeat the mistake. I got a new Walther P22. The new model eats anything I've thrown at it ---much like the Ruger Sr22. The point is I got a 22lr so that I would not have any excuse for not practising and enjoying the gun. The gun is a tool and its useless if you are not proficient.

     

    In regards to caliber--that is a source of constant debate. Here's my story and I'm sticking to it...

     

    I went the 22lr route because I think that getting lead-on-target is more important than the size of what's in the mag. So my strategy is to get a gun that can be easily shot without ear protection in the middle of the night while standing in the middle of my four foot wide hallway. Another concern was penetration of misses and making sure hits don't exit the target. My advice is to envision yourself in your hallway in nothing but your PJs and buy something that you won't hesitate firing in that situation.

     

    Look, does the perp really know the size of your bullets? It's like your pant size, no one really knows except you, your tailor, and your laundry. All they see or hear is a gun. So I focus on a rig that facilitates me placing 3-4 rounds in the chest.

     

    In regards to a shotgun, I've had a rem 870 for 30 yrs. it was great in its day. If I were buying a new pump shotgun today I would go with mossberg 500. There are more owner repairable parts; e.g., the ejector clip. Someday when you save up a stockpile of cash, look at Benelli -- beautiful -- especially the semiautos and the cordoba.

     

    That's my two sense.

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    i just told mom that as soon as her paperwork comes through, and she gets her p22, i'm getting her a holster, and defensive shooting lessons. then i'm gonna drag her to an outdoor range every weekend, to make sure she practices.

    i shall have a holster for my ria 1911cs, and will be wearing it constantly at home now. right now, when i get home, i load my remington 1911, and keep it in easy reach, as i don't have a holster for that one.

    I put a Viridian GREEN laser on my P22. This setup is for me. Awesome shoot-from-the-hip setup. I can hold the gun close and tight against my hip and quickly empty a mag in a tight pattern. That will get someones attention and not make your ears ring. Remember that there's no time for ear protection. If your wife never fired a gun without protection she may be the one that gets spooked. I got the laser for P22 from xfighterdefense-dot-com for under $200 and they throw in a free holster that holds the sight+gun perfectly.

     

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    i just told mom that as soon as her paperwork comes through, and she gets her p22, i'm getting her a holster, and defensive shooting lessons. then i'm gonna drag her to an outdoor range every weekend, to make sure she practices.

    i shall have a holster for my ria 1911cs, and will be wearing it constantly at home now. right now, when i get home, i load my remington 1911, and keep it in easy reach, as i don't have a holster for that one.

  9. Posted

    Has your GP refused to write the letter, or are you just assuming he won't? I suspect the prescribing physician will have no problem supplying a letter that states they have no reason to believe you are a threat to yourself or others. If they believed that you were they would be obligated to commit you. They cannot speak to what they do not know, however they can (and should have no problem) stating that they are not treating you for any condition that would make you unfit to own a firearm (assuming that this is true). .

    In my mind If you "pose a threat" you shouldn't be allowed to drive (aka 2 ton weapon of mass destruction) or operate a meat slicer or a boat or construction equipment, etc... You can kill a lot people without ever touching a trigger. So if your Dr is OK with you operating any of these then why not a gun ? I would frame it that way if he is one of those people that is afraid of guns. If he still doesn't get it then maybe it's time for a new Dr--perhaps someone that belongs to local range or club.

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