So I've finally gotten around to putting in for a pistol permit. My toy money is limited so I need to stay reasonable. I hate extra saftey features and I'm back and forth between 45 and 9 since a 9 is cheaper to shoot but I want a 45. Suggestions... go!

Try a .44 Magnum, it's the most powerful handgun in the world....

 

There are literally thousands of options for pistols out there, i am preferable to Sigs and HKs. Gotta go handle and shoot some guns to see what you like. Its all very objective when picking a pistol.

You could purchase a .40 and get a 9mm barrel?

Well, what are you going to use the gun for?

 

.....and why did you only apply for one permit?

If this is your first pistol purchase a .22lr caliber handgun. Since your funding for this hobby is limited a .22lr handgun would allow you to shoot more often and gain more practice without breaking the bank. A box of 50 rounds of .45 is probably $22, a box of 9mm is about $12-15. A box of 500 rounds of .22lr is about $17-22. I generally shoot 250 rounds in an hour range session. It adds up quick.

Glock 19.... now to wait fot jOn

Second the Glock 19. Or, consider a Smith & Wesson M&P 9/9C, or a Beretta 92A1 if you have big hands. As a new shooter, consider a 9mm. 9mm is much cheaper than .45ACP. It will have less recoil, and defensive 9mm work quite well. Later on, you can get a .45 and/or a .22LR of some kind.

Go to a gun store with a large inventory and handle the ones you are considering. Nothing worse than finding out after you bought it that it doesn't fit your hand.

Thanks for some advice.. O live in north Jersey first place that comes to mind with large selection in NJ is Rays down south a bit.. can anyone recommended a place with a good selection, not even sure Rays is still open ill have to call first.

Ray's Sport Shop closed a few years ago.

 

Go check out RSTP in Randolph or Ramsey Outdoor in ... wait for it ... Ramsey. lol Actually, they have a store in Paramus too.

 

Sometimes Meltzer's is worth a look. I haven't been to The Bullet Hole in years.

 

What are you going to use the gun for?

Can't go wrong in Caso's. Big selection. Great service

Heritage in Rahway has a huge selection

Hackettstown guns and ammo has a pretty good selection. And Walt is a great guy to deal with.

Target practice... lol no realty target practice. I've shot a few l, colt combat commander 45. A glock 45 not sure what model, 38 defender, few 22s, 44 blackhawk. 357 mag. Honestly I enjoyed shooting the glock I'm just not a fan but guess I could be. Kick on the gun didn't bother me I'm 260 and lift a bit here and there lol. Just want opinions, 90 percent of what I've been suggested has been 1911.

Not to sound like a jerk but you physical size really has nothing to do with control of recoil... Im 315 and if the gun is gun kick its gonna kick LOL ... Def agree with the rest of the guys go finger up some guns... And apply for more permits !

Target practice... lol no realty target practice. I've shot a few l, colt combat commander 45. A glock 45 not sure what model, 38 defender, few 22s, 44 blackhawk. 357 mag. Honestly I enjoyed shooting the glock I'm just not a fan but guess I could be. Kick on the gun didn't bother me I'm 260 and lift a bit here and there lol. Just want opinions, 90 percent of what I've been suggested has been 1911.

 

If you are leaning towards the .45, take a good look at a 1911. There's a reason it's been around over 100 years.

Not to sound like a jerk but you physical size really has nothing to do with control of recoil... Im 315 and if the gun is gun kick its gonna kick LOL ... Def agree with the rest of the guys go finger up some guns... And apply for more permits !

No problem jerk..lol. I hear ya going to do that once the card comes in.. money restricts the need for extra permits but I assume ill be getting another within the year. Thanks

 

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If you are leaning towards the .45, take a good look at a 1911. There's a reason it's been around over 100 years.

 

 

So correct

Go to a gun store with a large inventory and handle the ones you are considering. Nothing worse than finding out after you bought it that it doesn't fit your hand.

This... And a few rental sessions...

Sig p220!!!

Jim Flynn once you decide what you want. Classic old school shop.

if you are a little wittle girl, then get a 9mm

if you are a little wittle girl, then get a 9mm

 

Ha

RTSP has a large selection of handguns. They also have a decent sized handgun rental selection. They have 9mm's and 45's for rent. Give a couple try.

 

 

My #1 all time favorite, can do all, no frills, no bs pistol, is the Glock 19.

I'll go against the grain here and recommend a revolver as your fist handgun. A Ruger GP100 would be perfect. Shoot .38 for economy and .357 for fun. I've taken a few first-time shooters to the range and while they enjoy the 9's, nothing puts a smile on their face like shooting .357.

I'll go against the grain here and recommend a revolver as your fist handgun. A Ruger GP100 would be perfect. Shoot .38 for economy and .357 for fun. I've taken a few first-time shooters to the range and while they enjoy the 9's, nothing puts a smile on their face like shooting .357.

+1 5 years ago when I first fired a handgun since I was a teen my buddy said ill bring my 357 and you can shoot 38 at first and after you are comfortable ill put 357 in it. Well when i pulled that trigger him along with others at the range said my face lite up like a kid on Christmas. Will never forget that. I think everyone should have that experience