This is it GLP. Going to buy my first firearm.

The list of reasons is a mile long but they all end up at the same place. This is the perfect all around combination for most people for most situations Lightweight, high capacity, lethal, inexpensive, RELIABLE, controllable, common parts everywhere, inexpensive mags, most common weapons in the USA

If anything buy multiple sets of this combo

1st thing and most important.
Never vote democrat ever again.

Good advice posted here otherwise.
The .38 revolver is a great and reliable choice.

I should be taking notes on this thread.

GlockTard Always has to Tard.

12 gauge isn't too big. I'm like 100 pounds and I can handle a 12 gauge. You don't need to worry about anyone getting close enough to grab it. You don't let them, fire that baby when they cross that door threshold

too late democrats have closed all the gun shops

Glock 17 9mm with few 33 round magazines. The gun will go bang every time unlike a lot of other semi - autos. I got 4 in bedrooms, kitchen and living room all with 33 round magazines.

I would advise a woman to get Low Recoil 00 buckshot.

I have the RIA Rock Ultra .45. Best 1911 I've ever owned.

Ruger 9mm pistol or a Mossberg 12 ga shotgun and an AR15 and you are g2g

Don't worry sweetie, it is only a sordid affair to unite humanity.

A revolver is generally regarded as "safest" for the new shooter or never shooter.

You can swing the chamber out and there's no way it will fire. You can look at the chambers to see if it's loaded. The double-action trigger pull is usually pretty heavy, so not much chance of accidental discharge.

A .38 special snubnose is a pro weapon. Lightweight 38s have more recoil and are difficult to control.


A .22LR semi-auto pistol is pretty easy to handle, pretty easy to learn to shoot with accuracy, and has almost no recoil. Not the greatest in stopping power, but you can aim for the eyes... Load it with Stingers or other super velocity loads. A Ruger MKII or MKIII is a very reliable and easy to operate .22 pistol. Holds 10 shots. You buy a spare magazine and keep it will the gun, and you have 20rds ready to go... A 4" barrel is pretty concealable. The Browning Buckmark is another very fine choice for a .22 Stainless steel if you can find one.


A 20ga shotgun is also a decent choice for in-home defense. Not much recoil from a semi-auto, the gas operation reduces the recoil and automatically reloads the gun. A 25" or 20" barreled gun, like a "deer hunters special" will have sights. Have the plug removed so you have full 5rd capacity rather than 2 in chamber that the law requires for hunting. Buy 2-3/4" shells, not 3"magnum. Buy #4 or #2 waterfowl shells, maybe some #4 buckshot and a few slugs. #6 & #7-1/2 for killing birds or rabbits.

A Ruger 10/22 semi-auto carbine in .22LR is also worth considering. Very reliable and you can get 25rd magazines from Ruger. 25 shots is a lot of firepower. Again, aim for the eyes...

Need to try out what you buy first, if you can. Semi-auto shotgun will be spendy, but very versatile.

A Glock 9mm might also be a good choice, but easier to learn to shoot a handgund with a .22... Unless your local range can provide a lesson or two.

I would call your local gun ranges and ask about getting a lesson and being able to rent the guns you are considering. Ask them to waive the rental fee if you buy a gun.


Best deals on used guns at gunshops and pawnshops. Offer 40% less, and pay in cash at the pawnshop. Ask for 10% off at the gunshop on a used piece. Never know...

Buy several boxes of each type of ammunition. Can probably still get a carton of Stingers, which is 10 boxes of 50rds.

Probably no waiting period on a shotgun or rifle. Don't buy the gun unless the dealer has ammunition for it.


Teach the kids about safe gun-handling, better yet, after you learn from your lessons, teach them by taking them to the range.

Probably want a holster so your handgun is always with you. Stainless Steel is better for when you shower or bathe.

A handgun and a shotgun or carbine is a good combination for self-defense in the home. If you live in the country or suburbs, maybe an AR-15 or Ruger Mini-14 instead of the shotgun.

Just remember lots cases where the gun is taken from a hesitant gun owner and used to kill the owner.

Inside the house a shotgun is an excellent choice. Large margin of error at target and limited travel of shot. But if he gets one, he better give it little workout or the first time he fires in a tactical situation he'll knock himself on his ass.

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LoL...

oh jeez

if this thread proves anything it's "don't go to GLP for advice on guns/ammo"

waht a bunch of morans with no brians

13 gauge is best, make sure you get hollow tipped 8 mm bullets

Get a good scope too.

Last Edited by Slowly awakening on 03/30/2020 11:50 PM

My favorite is my .32 Beretta tomcat. Small enough to slip in the pocket or purse and fun as hell to shoot. The .38 is good too but is bigger and bulkier to carry around. People tell me I should carry the .38 because it has more "stopping power" also it has a laser sight that would presumably be a deterrent itself. But, I figure the .32 in my pocket is better than the .38 I left in the glove box because it is too big. I don't shoot the good stuff through it very often at $1 a bullet, but when I have the holes it makes look plenty big enough to me.

22 rifle, AR 15 with mags both (5.56 and 308), marlin 30-30, 1 shotgun a 45 or 9 mm and 1 cross bow

Cant go wrong

oh yeah...plenty of ammo

You can't stay home all the time. Need to leave the safety of your home to buy food or go to the doctor for example. Don't want to be walking around with a shotgun or ar drawing attention or causing alarm. Need a weapon that can be hidden ie a handgun. Choose a common caliber. .380 acp, 38 spl., 9mm, even 22LR works if you are recoil adverse. Some gun is better than no gun.

Read the book by Tom Givens: Fighting Smarter

Having said all that I'd get a Glock G43. It's reliable, easy to shoot, concealable and chambered in 9mm, a serious self defense caliber.

man... cops say some dumb shit.

I agree, If I were a chick getting a first pistol I would get a decocker or a striker fired gun.

OP, just get a glock 17 and be done with it. Too many choices, too little time.

....can’t get a gun permit in Wake County NC right now.

Due to public health concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic; the Wake County Sheriff’s Office will temporarily postpone accepting new applications for pistol purchase permits and new concealed carry permits until April 30thth, 2020.

Applications received prior to March 25, 2020 and a have ALREADY signed a mental health waiver will continue to be processed. Those applicants who have not already signed a mental health waiver will not be processed. Applicants will be notified when their application is approved .Approved permits will be mailed to applicants.

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M&P Shield 9mm.....

Get a black one...no, no, get a shiny silver one. Forget what I just said, get the black one they look really cool.

Go buy a pump action shotgun.

1. Because they are much less expensive than a good handgun or AR-15.
2. They are very versatile because you can pick different size shot depending on the circumstances. For example if you are worried about shooting through walls and hitting your kids then go for a large bird shot, or if you are worried about jackbooted thugs with body armor then go for a big ass slug.
3. And lastly the design is very simple so much less can go wrong.
4. Oh and nothing gets more respect than the sound of a round being chambered in a shotgun.

Now for a suggestion I would say go with the Remington 870.

You will be shaved now fo sho!

Would you get a shiny stainless steel one, or the cool black one?

Not a big issue if you just get a 20 gauge shotgun.