Looking to buy a Gun - suggestions... - Page 4

Vegas_Dave · 02-17-2006, 12:16 AM

My best friend is in the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Academy. Was over at his house this evening and he showed me his new Glock 40 calibur handgun, which will be the gun he will carry in his new profession.

Granted, I have never owned a gun before and don't shoot a ton... but I do enjoy it the few chances that I have.

I was just in awe of this handgun.

I have been thinking of getting a gun for several years now. So my question is mainly this... is there another handgun that I should consider or have I already sighted in on the best one?

One thing that is nice is that as a member of LVMPD, he can take 1 person at a time to the police shooting range... which happens to be about 5 minutes away from my house.

Anyways... tell me what you think...

**alanm** · 02-17-2006, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Demonpenz

in protecting my home there is only one name that counts. scanlon

Listen to Demon. He's got all you guys whipped.

jspchief · 02-17-2006, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by PastorMikH

Yeah, whatever. I've used them for hunting a lot. Killed a deer with my .357 magnum and when I lived in Kansas I used a TC Contender with either a 10" 222 or 10" 22 hornet barrel to kill lots of prairie dogs - my dad has used his TC to hunt deer and send lots of prairie dogs to heaven too. I've also had lots of fun at the local range shooting targerts, cans, and such. To say that pistols are only good for shooting people is a bit narrow-minded. If it DID come down to me having to defend myself against someone in range of a pistol, I'd just as soon have that 12 gauge shotgun Big K mentioned.

Relax Francis, it's a Skynrd song lyric.

**Iowanian** · 02-17-2006, 11:26 AM

My bedside pistol is a Rueger P89 .40 cal.

If you're new to shooting, especially handguns, and just want something that you can shoot with your friend, and use for home protection.....I think you should start out with a mid caliber revolver.

While Glocks are nice, they're expensive, and not necessarily a pistol for a beginner.

A revolver, if the hammer is cocked, its going to shoot....if not, you're safe for the most part.

Whatever you do, if you're new to it, become very familiar with gun safety, control of your weapon, and be comfortable with it, before you think of shooting alone, or keeping it nearby for protection.

If you have Kids...be very, very aware of where it is, and how you control it.

Kylo Ren · 02-17-2006, 11:36 AM

May I suggest and AK-47 or some other assault rifle? I'm shopping around for a good assualt weapon too.

Radar Chief · 02-17-2006, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by PastorMikH

Yeah, whatever. I've used them for hunting a lot. Killed a deer with my .357 magnum and when I lived in Kansas I used a TC Contender with either a 10" 222 or 10" 22 hornet barrel to kill lots of prairie dogs - my dad has used his TC to hunt deer and send lots of prairie dogs to heaven too. I've also had lots of fun at the local range shooting targerts, cans, and such. To say that pistols are only good for shooting people is a bit narrow-minded. If it DID come down to me having to defend myself against someone in range of a pistol, I'd just as soon have that 12 gauge shotgun Big K mentioned.

Contenders are awesome. Dad had one with barrels for .223 and a couple other calibers along with one for a .45-70.

Talk ‘bout a “hand cannon”.

**Bwana** · 02-17-2006, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Gunther_Fan

May I suggest and AK-47 or some other assault rifle? I'm shopping around for a good assualt weapon too.

How much are you willing to spend?

**Bowser** · 02-17-2006, 12:06 PM

I'm interested in this subject, as well. For myself and for my mom, who lives by herself. I have been considering getting her a .22, much like dtebbe suggested. And for myself, I heard a Glock .10 is a good handgun to get started shooting with. It's light and fairly accurate, from what I've been told.

MOhillbilly · 02-17-2006, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Bwana

How much are you willing to spend?

what do you think about Cetmes?

Immaculate · 02-17-2006, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by MOhillbilly

what do you think about Cetmes?

Good gun, Not an AK but a good gun.

Better have your ear plugs close.

Immaculate · 02-17-2006, 12:41 PM

Glocks are great. You can beat 'em, But not for the price.

MOhillbilly · 02-17-2006, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Immaculate

Good gun, Not an AK but a good gun.

Better have your ear plugs close.

my buddy hadone seemed like it was always ****ing up. Dont know if it was because he was jackin w/ it(he knows his stuff). But for the price vs. a com-block a.k. what do you think performance wise?
Ive shot both BTW. looking for some outside perspective.
I like the .308 caliber.

Inspector · 02-17-2006, 12:55 PM

I'm partial to the giant soaker cannons.

Those babies will squirt over 20 feet.

Hog's Gone Fishin · 02-17-2006, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by ENDelt260

Consider this your warning.

OOPS! MyBad. Feel free to delete that post.

Duck Dog · 02-17-2006, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Bowser

I'm interested in this subject, as well. For myself and for my mom, who lives by herself. I have been considering getting her a .22, much like dtebbe suggested. And for myself, I heard a Glock .10 is a good handgun to get started shooting with. It's light and fairly accurate, from what I've been told.

Check out the Lady Smith, .32 cal. Tiny hand grip, easy to operate, and has a great big boom. My dad bought my mom one a while back. She shoots it pretty well. I like them because they fit in my front pocket and are easily concealed.

Immaculate · 02-17-2006, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by MOhillbilly

my buddy hadone seemed like it was always ****ing up. Dont know if it was because he was jackin w/ it(he knows his stuff). But for the price vs. a com-block a.k. what do you think performance wise?
Ive shot both BTW. looking for some outside perspective.
I like the .308 caliber.

AK>* IMO.

Plus I can get $3-$400 AKs all day long.

02-17-2006, 12:16 AM
Vegas_Dave Veteran Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Las Vegas, NV Casino cash: $1834720	Looking to buy a Gun - suggestions... My best friend is in the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Academy. Was over at his house this evening and he showed me his new Glock 40 calibur handgun, which will be the gun he will carry in his new profession. Granted, I have never owned a gun before and don't shoot a ton... but I do enjoy it the few chances that I have. I was just in awe of this handgun. I have been thinking of getting a gun for several years now. So my question is mainly this... is there another handgun that I should consider or have I already sighted in on the best one? One thing that is nice is that as a member of LVMPD, he can take 1 person at a time to the police shooting range... which happens to be about 5 minutes away from my house. Anyways... tell me what you think...
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02-17-2006, 11:26 AM	#48
Iowanian Supporter Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Utopia Casino cash: $4638454	My bedside pistol is a Rueger P89 .40 cal. If you're new to shooting, especially handguns, and just want something that you can shoot with your friend, and use for home protection.....I think you should start out with a mid caliber revolver. While Glocks are nice, they're expensive, and not necessarily a pistol for a beginner. A revolver, if the hammer is cocked, its going to shoot....if not, you're safe for the most part. Whatever you do, if you're new to it, become very familiar with gun safety, control of your weapon, and be comfortable with it, before you think of shooting alone, or keeping it nearby for protection. If you have Kids...be very, very aware of where it is, and how you control it.
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02-17-2006, 11:36 AM	#49
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02-17-2006, 12:55 PM	#57
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