Handguns

[Ja Rhule]

6 minutes ago, thomas96 said:

Budget?

No budget really.  I was looking at dessert eagle lol

[PanthersBigD]

Just now, ARSEN said:

No budget really.  I was looking at dessert eagle lol

Don't waste your money. Get a pistol you like, and then upgrade the sights, grip, rail add-ons. Spend the same amount of money to dial in a less expensive pistol with really good accessories. Desert Eagles are for show. 

[Ja Rhule]

1 minute ago, PanthersBigD said:

For home defense, a shotgun is the way to go. Does your shotgun look tactical? If so maybe that makes her nervous, maybe not. I'd try letting her shoot a long shotgun in maybe 20 gauge. Way less kick and while the shells are more expensive, if you're mainly using it for self defense, shell costs won't really be a factor. The simple sound of a shotgun slide can be a deterrent to criminals, and the ability to hit a large area with minimal aiming makes it a little less difficult to hit your target under duress. Also, shotgun pellets don't tend to go through multiple walls, possibly killing your kids or your neighbor. 

My sister shoots a 20 gauge and loves it. She's 5'8" and 110 lbs. Just something to think about. 

My wife is 5’2 and 95lbs lol.  I got 12G and it is tactical. 8+1

[Bronn]

my 9mm is a Sig SP2022... and I really like it

I like Sig a lot, but they have a slightly different sighting image than most people are accustomed to. It takes a little getting used to tbqh.

I've never had a misfire or any other issue with mine.

[Ja Rhule]

Just now, PanthersBigD said:

Don't waste your money. Get a pistol you like, and then upgrade the sights, grip, rail add-ons. Spend the same amount of money to dial in a less expensive pistol with really good accessories. Desert Eagles are for show. 

Yea, that’s what everyone says so I said f it, no desert eagle.  I blame call of duty.

[Ja Rhule]

Just now, Bronn said:

my 9mm is a Sig SP2022... and I really like it

I like Sig a lot, but they have a slightly different sighting image than most people are accustomed to. It takes a little getting used to tbqh.

I've never had a misfire or any other issue with mine.

Yea, I want 1-2 tactical attachments on it

[t96]

5 minutes ago, ARSEN said:

No budget really.  I was looking at dessert eagle lol

Colt 1911 would be my first choice. .45 or 9mm would be up to you. Unless you prefer a revolver 

[Bronn]

2 minutes ago, ARSEN said:

Yea, I want 1-2 tactical attachments on it

like what?

a light and/or laser?

It has a rail for either but meh...
 

[PanthersBigD]

4 minutes ago, ARSEN said:

My wife is 5’2 and 95lbs lol.  I got 12G and it is tactical. 8+1

Tiny, so a big, tactical looking 12 gauge is intimidating. Try a 410 or 20 gauge. A pistol isn't going to be less intimidating. 

[Ja Rhule]

4 minutes ago, thomas96 said:

Colt 1911 would be my first choice. .45 or 9mm would be up to you. Unless you prefer a revolver 

What’s the main difference between 9m and .45 except for obvious reasons?

[Ja Rhule]

4 minutes ago, Bronn said:

like what?

a light and/or laser?

It has a rail for either but meh...
 

Laser.  For my Wife convenience 

[PanthersBigD]

Just now, ARSEN said:

Laser.  For my Wife convenience 

I've watched plenty of guys with laser sights still not be able to hit the broad side of a barn. 

[Ja Rhule]

4 minutes ago, PanthersBigD said:

Tiny, so a big, tactical looking 12 gauge is intimidating. Try a 410 or 20 gauge. A pistol isn't going to be less intimidating. 

She wants to try a handgun.  That’s a first step lol

[PanthersBigD]

2 minutes ago, ARSEN said:

What’s the main difference between 9m and .45 except for obvious reasons?

9mm ammo is cheaper. Some argue that it doesn't have the stopping power of a .45, but if you're shooting at close range, and you empty a 10 round magazine into someone and they don't stop, then a .45 wouldn't have saved you either.