benboga37 2 Posted November 5, 2012 Well I made it out to Easton yesterday and was able to hold a bunch of guns. The four that I liked the best were the Glocks (17 and 19) The FNH FNX, the Walther PPQ and the Springfield XDM. I am going to take the 8 hour beginner pistol class, it should give me some great knowledge and a chance to shoot 3 of the 4 above guns. The FNX is not in the rental program. The full sized frames feel much more balanced in my hand. Looks like you re comfortable with polyframe pistols. See if you can get your hand on a SigSauer SP2022. One ofthe few that comes with standard 15round mag like the Glock19 and Ruger P95 also very and solid pistols. Its usually around $400 -$450. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
areacode201 4 Posted November 7, 2012 I was faced with the same dilemma as you about a year ago... I wanted an "all around" good first handgun. I narrowed my choices down to the Sig P226 and the Beretta 92. I had experiences shooting these in the past (friend's own them) so I did not consider guns that I did not shoot such as the S&W M&P 9 or the Glock G19. I chose the Beretta 92A1 over the Sig, primarily due to the price. Though I did like the Sig better overall, I could not justify the added expense over the Beretta, I do plan to own a Sig P226 someday when my wallet allows it, but I am incredibly happy with the Beretta and do not regret the purchase at all. The large frame is very forgiving with the 9mm recoil. It is easy to disassemble and clean. I have never had a malfunction other than when I let a female shoot it and she limp wristed the hell out of it causing a failure to eject. Also, Beretta is running a $50 rebate program until the end of the year on 92 series and Px4 pistols, when looking at prices figure either of these Berettas will be -$50 if you buy before the end of the year. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jamesbod 0 Posted November 9, 2012 9mm....things to consider. steel, alloy frame, or polymer? SA, DA/SA, or striker? recoil & noise vs other calibers? my personal choices: sig, beretta, xdm/xd Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wage 0 Posted November 9, 2012 I was able to put some rounds through the Glock 19 yesterday at my Guns for Hire class. It fit well and shot well. I have a friend with an XDM that I am going to try soon. The Sig didn't feel right in my hand. I'll have to try some of their other guns. The FNX (if i remember correctly) was really comfortable fitment wise as well as the PPQ. So many choices! I also shot an 8 round .357 Nighthawk. I like the action of a semi auto over the revolver. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SW9racer 262 Posted November 9, 2012 That limpwristing failure is disturbing. My Sig, Glock, M&P all function correctly even when the kids limpwrist it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wage 0 Posted November 20, 2012 Does anyone know where I can rent a Walther PPQ? Is there anything i need to be aware of with ear protection? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krdshrk 3,878 Posted November 20, 2012 Is there anything i need to be aware of with ear protection? Don't skimp on it. The higher the NRR level the better. If you're shooting indoors, you want a higher NRR level because the sound will echo. Most active hearing protection has low passive protection. You don't want to be shooting at SCFGPA's underground tunnels with an AR15 with low protection (under say 25db) .... I double up on plugs and muffs when doing that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maksim 1,504 Posted November 20, 2012 Don't skimp on it. The higher the NRR level the better. If you're shooting indoors, you want a higher NRR level because the sound will echo. Most active hearing protection has low passive protection. You don't want to be shooting at SCFGPA's underground tunnels with an AR15 with low protection (under say 25db) .... I double up on plugs and muffs when doing that. +1. Don't cut costs on the fixed expenses.... Such as guns, hearing and eye protection, range bag. Save some money on the ancillary costs... Range fees (if it means get a membership instead of spending $40 on range fees every time you go), ammo, etc. Guns to us is like jewelry or shoes to women. You can't say.... What's the best pair of shoes to get. You just got to go and try them out. After a while your closet is full of shoes that are reflective of your tastes. Sent from my PC36100 using Tapatalk 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krdshrk 3,878 Posted November 20, 2012 If you want some disposable foam plugs - I highly recommend these: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001EPQ3H4/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wage 0 Posted December 6, 2012 Well after almost 2 months I finally have my I.D. card. I'm pretty sure i've decided to go with a Glock despite all the negativity out there towards them (which i don't get can someone explain?) My question now is which one, the 19 the 17 or even the 34? I can't conceal/carry so a smaller gun isn't a must and considering the gun will be used for range time 99.999999% of the time and home defense the rest of the time wouldn't it make sense to get a decent all around gun that a longer barrel provides? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krdshrk 3,878 Posted December 6, 2012 G19 = 15 round mags. G17 = 10 round... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hd2000fxdl 422 Posted December 6, 2012 Go for the G19 and be done with it, while I like to shoot my other guns a lot more than my Glock, I still think a G19 should be in everyones safe. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CMJeepster 2,781 Posted December 6, 2012 I suggest that you go handle (pre-shop) both models to see which one fits your had the best. If you can, go to a range and rent the one that you feel most comfortable with. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jamesbod 0 Posted December 6, 2012 G19 = 15 round mags. G17 = 10 round... yeah but I feel more macho intimating people with a Big G17 than a G19. what will people whisper about you at the range when you pull out a skimmy G19 from your range bag? come on, man. be an attention wh0re & sound off the big bangs of a G21 dude, size matters. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ALAN553 27 Posted December 6, 2012 If it is for home defense, there is no substitute for more bullets....ie the G19 for the 15 round mag, to quote my son the cop Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sixtytwo327 14 Posted December 6, 2012 Why do people hate Glocks? They're ugly, cheap, foreign, and did I say ugly? But mostly people hate because they need things to argue about to pass the time. Gun owners are worse than knitting circles. I have a G34; love it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jauslong 0 Posted December 6, 2012 Having just submitted my fingerprints today, I think the real news in this thread is that it only took two months to get your FID. They told me at the station that it would be 6 - 8 months, which seems outrageous. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wage 0 Posted December 9, 2012 Went to purchase my gun on Saturday only to find out the pistol permit had a typo and the issue date said 12/30/12. Back to he PD tomorrow have it corrected. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brocglock23 4 Posted December 9, 2012 What glock did you are you going to purchase when the date gets correct? 17,19? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wage 0 Posted December 9, 2012 Decided on the 19 gen 4, can't wait to put some rounds through it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CMJeepster 2,781 Posted December 9, 2012 Nice! Good luck with it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brocglock23 4 Posted December 9, 2012 excellent choice. have fun (safely) with it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
liquidskin 3 Posted December 9, 2012 Congrats! Still wish I went with a G19 instead of G17 as my first... Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mcbethr 42 Posted December 10, 2012 I'm pretty sure i've decided to go with a Glock despite all the negativity out there towards them (which i don't get can someone explain?) Hard to explain... Glocks have no soul. I've always said that my Beretta 92FS is my wife, solid, reliable. My PX4 is my high-maintenance young Italian mistress. My 1911 is the girl I first fell in love with. A Glock is just... a Glock. I mean, I could go on about the size of the grip, the comfort of the grip, the crappy sights (on the Gen 2 model that I had). In all honesty, you can't go wrong with a Glock 19. But it's just not my cup of tea. Guns for me are more about sport and fun than defense. And the G19 will do that very, very well. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ivana Revolver 0 Posted December 30, 2012 I guess my question is...what type of ammo is most readily available? Seems like every report I read shows that suppliers are running out. It would really suck if I got my first gun only to find out the ammo supply has dried up. And...Is "wad cutter" ammo ok for self defense? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NJScott 15 Posted December 30, 2012 I guess my question is...what type of ammo is most readily available? Seems like every report I read shows that suppliers are running out. It would really suck if I got my first gun only to find out the ammo supply has dried up. And...Is "wad cutter" ammo ok for self defense? I wouldn't want to take one in the belly or chest. As for ammo, I don't think there is any issue with getting the more common types, i.e., .9mm, .38. .40 and .45. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ivana Revolver 0 Posted December 31, 2012 I wouldn't want to take one in the belly or chest. As for ammo, I don't think there is any issue with getting the more common types, i.e., .9mm, .38. .40 and .45. Thank you! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GRIZ 3,369 Posted December 31, 2012 I guess my question is...what type of ammo is most readily available? Seems like every report I read shows that suppliers are running out. It would really suck if I got my first gun only to find out the ammo supply has dried up. And...Is "wad cutter" ammo ok for self defense? There are periodic ammo shortages that are caused by panic buying. I wouldn't worry about ammo drying up. There is nothing wrong (and several things right) using wadcutters as a SD round. A factory wadcutter gives adequate penetration even at target velocities. The bullet is already in an efficient shape that a hollowpoint has to expand a bit to get to. Less recoil and muzzle blast mean its easier to control. Where a wadcutter could use some improvement is velocity. However, this becomes less of an issue with short 2" barrels. If you have a 4" or longer barrel a +P round makes more sense. However, a wadcutter still makes sense if you are a new shooter and not accustomed to the recoil and muzzle blast of a +P. I carry wacutters in a small frame, 2" barrel revolver for the reasons I stated. I've beed doing that for nearly 40 years. So yes, a wadcutter is okay for a SD round and in some cases what I prefer. Don't buy a small frame revolver for your first handgun. They are hard to learn how to shoot well and you might get discouraged. A 4" 357 gives you a lot more options and is easier to shoot. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites