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drywallguy · 01-26-2008, 02:00 PM

Hi everyone. Let me start by saying that I am new to this site and firearms in general. I was hoping to get some good advice from people who know a thing or two about handguns and after reading other threads, I think I found the right place. Basically what I would like to know is what kind of gun I should buy? I already have an idea of what I want but I have no clue as to the differences in brands and caliburs and all the other specifics. The gun that I am looking for will be used for home defense and some target shooting (I have to learn how to use it, right?). It needs to be small enough that my wife won't be scared away from having to learn how to use it, but big enough to have good stopping power in the event that it ever needs to be used. My budget is roughly 300-$400 and I have no problem with purchasing something used. Thank you for reading and any input!

01-26-2008, 02:00 PM	#1
drywallguy Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 43	advice? Hi everyone. Let me start by saying that I am new to this site and firearms in general. I was hoping to get some good advice from people who know a thing or two about handguns and after reading other threads, I think I found the right place. Basically what I would like to know is what kind of gun I should buy? I already have an idea of what I want but I have no clue as to the differences in brands and caliburs and all the other specifics. The gun that I am looking for will be used for home defense and some target shooting (I have to learn how to use it, right?). It needs to be small enough that my wife won't be scared away from having to learn how to use it, but big enough to have good stopping power in the event that it ever needs to be used. My budget is roughly 300-$400 and I have no problem with purchasing something used. Thank you for reading and any input!