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| gettin skeered User ID: 502229  United States09/30/2008 12:26 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | |
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 User ID: 494203 United States09/30/2008 12:31 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | my hubby says...glock or makarov ....depends on how much you want to pay...and the size of your hands...go check out what feels good in your hand...and get some target time in if you can.not much good if you can't hit what you are aimin' at or so unfamiliar you fumble.... Hope is the thing with feathers That perches in the soul, And sings the tune--without the words, And never stops at all.... Emily Dickinson |
| malu
User ID: 497098 United States09/30/2008 12:31 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | gun like procurement? a friend of mine who is a gunsmith is happy with these for the money, i owned the carbine and it was ok, but i have shot lots and lots of guns, it is what i love to do, but anywho, check this out: [link to www.hi-pointfirearms.com] nice thing is you can have a pistol and carbine that uses the same ammo and magazines "By way of deception, thou shalt do war." Israel's Mossad "The truth shall set you free." U.S. Central Intelligence Agency Motto |
| Anonymous Coward (OP) User ID: 502229 United States09/30/2008 12:43 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Yes, this would be purchased by me and for personal use. I guess of course I can research online, but I was hoping for personal experience from other members who are familiar with gun ownership. I am totally unfamiliar with the entire process including how to purchase. I'll check out that link. Thanks! |
| Nebulous
User ID: 433558 United States09/30/2008 12:45 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Ok, never owned a firearm in my life. But now beginning to see the logic in owning one. Would like to get advice from members here on the purchase of a handgun and also the purchase process. Nothing fancy, just something reliable to protect me and my family when things go south. Not interested in rifles or shotguns. Prefer something with easy portability. Reliable. And preferably with a good reputation. Quoting: gettin skeered 502229Can we get a nice thread going here? I can think of several members here who are knowledgeable on this subject, so I hope at least Omega and ET chime in here. Read up on what's right for you. Buy some gun mags, if you have I-Tunes there's a great podcast or two on handguns. Taurus all the way, myself. Browning is good too. Your Focus Determines Your Reality. |
| malu
User ID: 497098 United States09/30/2008 12:45 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | although i gave you a link for semi automatic handguns, i feel better saying you should probably purchase a revolver based on your experience, caliber would be .357 magnum , which will also shoot the .38 special which is a little more mild ruger, smith and wesson are the companies i am familiar with, i have always been happy with every ruger product i have ever bought, it is a great value for the money [link to www.ruger-firearms.com] go to revolvers "By way of deception, thou shalt do war." Israel's Mossad "The truth shall set you free." U.S. Central Intelligence Agency Motto |
| Omega
User ID: 409194 United States09/30/2008 12:46 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | DON'T get beginner's into semi auto weapons without the training and money to procure a weapon that won't get you killed in a real gunfight, Malu I am surprised at you man. Handguns are a skill; shotguns an art; rifles a science. _____________________________________ Democracy is two wolves and a sheep voting on whats for dinner. Disarmament is the precursor to Genocide. Better to take action now rather than chances later. Your choice. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 415872 United States09/30/2008 12:47 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | |
| Omega
User ID: 409194 United States09/30/2008 12:47 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I take that back MALU, you just corrected yourself....OP go with a .357 revolver... Handguns are a skill; shotguns an art; rifles a science. _____________________________________ Democracy is two wolves and a sheep voting on whats for dinner. Disarmament is the precursor to Genocide. Better to take action now rather than chances later. Your choice. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 415872 United States09/30/2008 12:48 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Yes, this would be purchased by me and for personal use. I guess of course I can research online, but I was hoping for personal experience from other members who are familiar with gun ownership. I am totally unfamiliar with the entire process including how to purchase. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 502229I'll check out that link. Thanks! what state do you live in |
| malu
User ID: 497098 United States09/30/2008 12:50 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Yes, this would be purchased by me and for personal use. I guess of course I can research online, but I was hoping for personal experience from other members who are familiar with gun ownership. I am totally unfamiliar with the entire process including how to purchase. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 502229I'll check out that link. Thanks! simply go down to a gun store, tell them straight up you are not there to buy, you want to know how the process works, ask if you are allowed to shoot some, you want instruction, this is a must, study online about makes, calibers, and prices, check ammo prices also get an idea of the total price, paperwork involved, warranty, if they try to talk you into buying a big cannon or something shiny and expensive, walk away, really think about why you are doing this, where you will keep it, do you have children/spouse to think about you have to shoot it, that is an absolute must be careful though, it is as addicting as this forum ;) "By way of deception, thou shalt do war." Israel's Mossad "The truth shall set you free." U.S. Central Intelligence Agency Motto |
| malu
User ID: 497098 United States09/30/2008 12:52 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I take that back MALU, you just corrected yourself....OP go with a .357 revolver... Quoting: Omegayeah i just went on price, and thought,,, oh crap! i started out on semi autos, but had thousands of rounds through rifles and shotguns by then "By way of deception, thou shalt do war." Israel's Mossad "The truth shall set you free." U.S. Central Intelligence Agency Motto |
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| Evil Twin
User ID: 513850 United States09/30/2008 12:57 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | In most states, purchasing a handgun is not a big deal at all, as long as you don't have any violent or felony convictions. You will be required to fill out a questionaire for the background check which basically asks if you are a citizen, have any felony or domestic violence charges, drug or alcohol abuse, etc. The seller then phones that in, which takes about 5 minutes, and you are approved provided yur record is clean. Then local waiting periods apply, 3-10 days in most states. I also suggest a .357 revolver with about a 4" barrel for most new shooters. Very simple, rugged, and one of the most versatile handguns made. You shoud be able to find a Taurus, Ruger, or Smith & Wesson for under $400. Colts are very nice, but more expensive. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 489828 United States09/30/2008 12:58 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Gun purchase regulations vary from state to state, so it's hard to be specific, not knowing where you are at. Quoting: Evil TwinIn most states, purchasing a handgun is not a big deal at all, as long as you don't have any violent or felony convictions. You will be required to fill out a questionaire for the background check which basically asks if you are a citizen, have any felony or domestic violence charges, drug or alcohol abuse, etc. The seller then phones that in, which takes about 5 minutes, and you are approved provided yur record is clean. Then local waiting periods apply, 3-10 days in most states. I also suggest a .357 revolver with about a 4" barrel for most new shooters. Very simple, rugged, and one of the most versatile handguns made. You shoud be able to find a Taurus, Ruger, or Smith & Wesson for under $400. Colts are very nice, but more expensive. That's why I LOVE living in Texas! Bwhahah, no waiting period! Wooo! We love our guns! |
SHR
Forum Administrator 09/30/2008 12:58 AM  Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | GLOCK Quoting: Anonymous Coward 415872EASY TO USE, PRACTICABLY INDESTRUCTIBLE, SAFE unless you finger is on the trigger. you can throw a loaded glock off a rood onto concreete a thousand times it will never go off unless your finger is on the trigger. Bleh....I hate glocks. OP if you are serious get a simple revolver, .357 is a good choice. Go to a range and shoot as much as you can with it, try some others after you get used that, most ranges rent them. After you learn some more about firearms? then you can make the choice on a more complicated firearm whick might have better benefits for you, but take more experience to use, or you might just find that a .357 revolver is all you will ever need, for many that is more than enough. Colt Smith & Wesson Ruger all make great revolvers, choice depends on what you want to or can spend. If you want to buy used, make sure you take someone who knows what to look for. Any revolver you buy should have what is called a called a "Transfer bar" safety, any new revolver will, some older ones won't, but you should have that. ____________________________________________________ E-mail anytime [email protected] Inquiring about a ban?, include the IP address found here. [link to www.showmemyip.com] Ooooh, see the fire is sweepin' Our very streets today... Burns like a red coal carpet, Mad bulls lost the way... War, children, it's just a shot away...it's just a shot away.... |
| malu
User ID: 497098 United States09/30/2008 01:01 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | damn, i have this horrible urge to buy a gun.......ahhhhhhhhh gun show oct 25&26 can't wait to go!! best one of the year for us yankees ;) "By way of deception, thou shalt do war." Israel's Mossad "The truth shall set you free." U.S. Central Intelligence Agency Motto |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 501257 United States09/30/2008 01:04 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I take that back MALU, you just corrected yourself....OP go with a .357 revolver... Quoting: OmegaI agree... The revolver that fits your hand best. Trust me, any six rounds of magnums will kill just about anything god created. Revolvers are deliberate and easy to learn with. You aren't going to accidentally chamber a round and shoot yourself... I'd just look at and hold some different ones to see what you like best. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 501257 United States09/30/2008 01:06 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Gun purchase regulations vary from state to state, so it's hard to be specific, not knowing where you are at. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 489828In most states, purchasing a handgun is not a big deal at all, as long as you don't have any violent or felony convictions. You will be required to fill out a questionaire for the background check which basically asks if you are a citizen, have any felony or domestic violence charges, drug or alcohol abuse, etc. The seller then phones that in, which takes about 5 minutes, and you are approved provided yur record is clean. Then local waiting periods apply, 3-10 days in most states. I also suggest a .357 revolver with about a 4" barrel for most new shooters. Very simple, rugged, and one of the most versatile handguns made. You shoud be able to find a Taurus, Ruger, or Smith & Wesson for under $400. Colts are very nice, but more expensive. That's why I LOVE living in Texas! Bwhahah, no waiting period! Wooo! We love our guns! Alaska too... I can go buy a gallon of milk and a desert eagle in the same purchase, with ammo. |
| malu
User ID: 497098 United States09/30/2008 01:11 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Alaska too... I can go buy a gallon of milk and a desert eagle in the same purchase, with ammo. i had to dab a little tear from my eye when i read that thats beautiful man lol "By way of deception, thou shalt do war." Israel's Mossad "The truth shall set you free." U.S. Central Intelligence Agency Motto |
| ZOSIME
User ID: 498762 United States09/30/2008 01:17 AM  Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Ok, never owned a firearm in my life. But now beginning to see the logic in owning one. Would like to get advice from members here on the purchase of a handgun and also the purchase process. Nothing fancy, just something reliable to protect me and my family when things go south. Not interested in rifles or shotguns. Prefer something with easy portability. Reliable. And preferably with a good reputation. Quoting: gettin skeered 502229Can we get a nice thread going here? I can think of several members here who are knowledgeable on this subject, so I hope at least Omega and ET chime in here. Go and sign up for a gun course first. Don't be another idiot that just wants a gun just because. you need to have respect, you don't just buy a gun there are many and you need to know what would be the best fit for you. |
| Evil Twin
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| Omega
User ID: 409194 United States09/30/2008 01:24 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I use a Springfield XD and it's muthafuckin' fantastic! Quoting: Evil TwinI have one of those, and I like it a lot. Sorta Glock meets 1911...  Don't like glocks or plastic guns my old friend. Nice piece but how you gonna pistol whip a mutherfucker with that if need be???? Naw...old skool my friend........ Handguns are a skill; shotguns an art; rifles a science. _____________________________________ Democracy is two wolves and a sheep voting on whats for dinner. Disarmament is the precursor to Genocide. Better to take action now rather than chances later. Your choice. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 495964 United States09/30/2008 01:27 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Glock 19. If there's somewhere near you that you could test fire some guns, that's what i recommend. Don't listen to this revolver over semi BS talk. I bought a glock 23 for my first handgun and had no problems learning to fire it effectively. I recommend the 19 because 9mm ammunition is cheaper, can be fired more accurately particularly by someone with less experience, and has a higher round capacity. Again as stated above, glocks are reliable; true tried and tested. |
| Evil Twin
User ID: 513850 United States09/30/2008 01:30 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Don't like glocks or plastic guns my old friend. Quoting: OmegaNice piece but how you gonna pistol whip a mutherfucker with that if need be???? Naw...old skool my friend........ Pistol whipping with a plasic gun is a problem, lol. That XD is not a gun that I carry daily. I use mr. 1911 for that. All steel! But, that XD I can leave in my truck console for a month, and not worry about it rusting, plus it holds 14 rounds of .45 instead of 8 or 9. |
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| Evil Twin
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| Anonymous Coward User ID: 513890 United States09/30/2008 01:49 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I use a Springfield XD and it's muthafuckin' fantastic! Quoting: OmegaI have one of those, and I like it a lot. Sorta Glock meets 1911... :xdlight: Don't like glocks or plastic guns my old friend. Nice piece but how you gonna pistol whip a mutherfucker with that if need be???? Naw...old skool my friend........ Pistol whip? You sound kinda badass omega Kinda made me hot for a sec. |
