Pistol Reccomendation?

[Inline6]

I agree:
My theory:
Those who learn (or can) shoot pistols accurately and well, will easy learn to use and shoot rifle.
But it doesnt work other way around.

Pistol is the hardest discipline in sport shooting.

Not only do I find it the hardest to master, it is also the faster to deteriorate.

Lot of good info on the subject, the only thing I feel I can really add...I have read mention of some pistols not as safe because they don't have a "true safety" I would argue, your finger is your safety. Don't put your finger on the trigger until you are ready to fire, same as with a rifle.

Nothing wrong with the pistol you are thinking about. I would offer this up. Pistols with thumb and/or beaver tail safety require a lot of reputation to become proficient. I know you said this is a comp gun. I would venture to say if something went bump in the night, you are more than likely to reach for it. Just looking at the bigger picture.

Other than that, spend the money going to a good instructor and ammo. You will be surprised how much people (accomplished shooters) forget what got them to a high level of shooting. A good instructor can look at your target and tell you what you are doing wrong and what to do to correct it.

Enjoy your quest.

 

[mark-hunter]

Hi @Inline6
In general, I am in agreement with you!
Except, I am quoted above, but I am not the one starting this thread, looking for pistol (i already have a number of them - from cal 22 till 44). I am just trying to help the OP.

On proper mentorship & instructor you are absolutely right, more then you know. ( I am speaking from my mentorship perspective)

Apart from struggling to be an international African hunter, participating on this forum, (with two PG safaris under belt) I am also, competitive or active recreational target shooter, bulls eye pistol, long range, idpa, and a bit of ipsc, and by my certification: ISSF judge/referee for Olympic disciplines pistol, rifle and clay targets and since recently, certified coach for pistol and rifle.

 

[Ares]

How you carry it is a big deciding factor. If I can't carry it on a belt, then I'd as soon tote a rifle. This I concluded after a couple seasons with a big, variable power scoped revolver. It's cool being able to lob them in at 250 or so, but I'm not carrying it all wrapped up across my chest anymore.

Some people really go for it, though, so you have to try and see for yourself.

 

[375 Ruger Fan]

I have a Ruger MkII 22 and a Sig Mosquito 22 and use them for training and for teaching my kids.

I am looking at either a Walther or Glock 22. Anyone have either of these? Comments?

The Walther PPQ M2 in 22 LR is the same size of the 9mm. Cost for the 22 is about $350

The Glock 44 is basically a clone to the Glock 19. Price is also around $350.

 

[crs]

When you go semi auto, please do not overlook the Walther 9mm. My grandson just bought his first handgun and with the shopping help of his uncle brought home a used Walther kit complete with 3 magazines, threaded barrel, and more. Very smooth action and he picked it up at Cabelas at a good price. Enjoy your new toy and do it safely.

 

[crs]

A previous comment
"Not only do I find it the hardest to master, it is also the faster to deteriorate." That depends.

I grew up in the edge of ranching county, and as a teenager bought my own revolver, and taught myself to shoot. I was 22 before I even tried the iron sights -- all instinct shooting -- double and single action --right and left handed -- this between learning to shoot 22 rifle and 20 ga shotgun.

Now, many decades later, at close range(less than 5 yards), I can still draw and shoot well enough for self defense. I have taught my family the basics of shooting but frequent practice is key to maintaining the edge of proficiency. I still must look at the target before firing, but still do not need to aim (use the sights) at close range. Practice, practice, practice.

 

[CoElkHunter]

I have a Ruger MkII 22 and a Sig Mosquito 22 and use them for training and for teaching my kids.

I am looking at either a Walther or Glock 22. Anyone have either of these? Comments?

The Walther PPQ M2 in 22 LR is the same size of the 9mm. Cost for the 22 is about $350

The Glock 44 is basically a clone to the Glock 19. Price is also around $350.

In my humble, but experienced opinion, the Glock is the finest combat handgun ever developed, hands down! I've carried a Glock 22 since '95 as a duty weapon and have never looked back. My CCW is either a Glock 27 or 29, depending on what I'm wearing over it. Nough said.

 

[Alistair]

Well, I did a buy at last.

Beretta 92x performance.

I'm pretty happy with it. Shot my first rounds through today and it's a sweet shooter. Plenty of practice over the next couple of months, some coaching, then ipsc this summer is the plan.

 

[Rob404]

I own several Beretta,s all good shooters

 

[Wyatt Smith]

Very nice. Is it single action only? The safety looks different.

 

[Alistair]

Very nice. Is it single action only? The safety looks different.

Single or double, but with no decocker and the frame mounted safety instead of the slide mounted one.

Personally I find the safety a lot more accessible there vs the slide ones

 

[Wyatt Smith]

The slide mounted safety was the biggest reason I sold my 92fs. I like the looks of that a lot better.

 

[Velo Dog]

I’m +1 with Alistair, Wyatt Smith and others who, dislike the slide mounted, upside down and therefore awkward, original “Safety” lever on the otherwise well made, original Beretta 92.

 

[Rubberhead]

I know this thread is getting a little old but I'm with @BourbonTrail.

Autoloading pistols are great at hiding bullets in the chamber. I know there's a handful of folks that will think something like, "yep but that can't/won't happen to me. That happens to guys who are either too careless to too stupid to own a gun." My retort to their retort is that the guys who think they are too careful and/or too smart to have a gun accident are exactly the guys who end up having a gun accident.

I won't get into all the reasons but I tend to carry a Bond Arms derringer because it's extremely safe: It's easy to load and check the loading, it has a safety, single action, rebounding trigger and heavy trigger pull. The biggest reason is because of the versatile loading possibilities with the .45 and .410 options and it's nearly indestructible - it just works for me.

 

[shark_za]

If I was starting to shoot in the USA right now, and I wanted a super fun gun, I would get a Canik METE SFx and a RMR sight.
Spend the money I saved on lots of ammo. Well a little bit more ammo.

 

[shark_za]

Because I would already have a Glock 17/19 for end of the world and a Glock 26 for carry.

 

[rookhawk]

I know its an old thread going, but I’m suprised we didn’t introduce our British friend to America’s resistant and rebellious heritage by giving him the most libertine advice possible.

Build yourself your very own, legal, unserialized handgun. (***while still legal for a brief period of time)

Options include the Glock clones based on the Polymer 80 (G17/G19/G26/G43) and the SIGs as well.

He shed his elderly overlord ruler by moving to the States just like we did to King George, he might as well become proper American rabble and make his own firearm.

 

[Alistair]

I know its an old thread going, but I’m suprised we didn’t introduce our British friend to America’s resistant and rebellious heritage by giving him the most libertine advice possible.

Build yourself your very own, legal, unserialized handgun. (***while still legal for a brief period of time)

Options include the Glock clones based on the Polymer 80 (G17/G19/G26/G43) and the SIGs as well.

He shed his elderly overlord ruler by moving to the States just like we did to King George, he might as well become proper American rabble and make his own firearm.

Nice!

But I had enough trouble finding a gun shop who were willing to sell me a middle of the road gun on a temp visitor's permit (even if it's entirely legal). That... might be a step too far.

Still, if I wanna go full Team America then maybe a green card next year, then CCW license after that. As it turns out, I can't carry as a 'legal non-resident alien' anyway.

 

[rookhawk]

Nice!

But I had enough trouble finding a gun shop who were willing to sell me a middle of the road gun on a temp visitor's permit (even if it's entirely legal). That... might be a step too far.

Still, if I wanna go full Team America then maybe a green card next year, then CCW license after that. As it turns out, I can't carry as a 'legal non-resident alien' anyway.

@Alistair to build your own P80 glock clone requires no paperwork, licenses, background checks, or gun shops. Order the parts online. About 2 hours of work later, you have a functional glock. It’s one of the easiest things to do. Far easier than a plastic model car you glued together when you were 9 years old.

’Merica. You get to make and own your own weapons. You’re only a criminal Federally if you build it with intention to sell it. Total cost $450-$650 complete.

Google P80 Polymer 80 for an education. Welcome to the US of A.

 

[Tanks]

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On proper mentorship & instructor you are absolutely right, more then you know. ( I am speaking from my mentorship perspective)
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Yep. When I got into USPSA shooting I figured the fastest way I could improve was to hire a guy for a few days to teach me. Nothing less than a World Champion would do.