Beginning Gun? - Page 3

GlockMeister · 03-26-2008, 11:53 PM

What do you want? A rifle or a handgun? And with that kind of cash, you can probably get 1 or 2 of each. or 1 of each and some accessories for both. Or 1 of either and a safe to keep it in. Many options out there to choose from. Good luck.

perdidochas · 04-01-2008, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by MembraneShock

What gun do you suggest I get as a newbie?

What is your eventual goal with a gun? How many guns do you intent do own?

If it's deer hunting, start with a .22 LR rifle (to learn how to really shoot), and then go for a "deer rifle" in a larger caliber.

If it's self defense, start with a .22 LR handgun, and from there get a major caliber pistol--9mm and up.

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Originally Posted by MembraneShock

Rabbits, and Deer O_o

I'd buy three guns. 1) a .22 LR rifle (probably a Ruger 10/77 bolt action)
2) a Remington 870 express 12 or 20 gauge shotgun
3) A deer rifle--.308, 7mm-08, or .270.

The .22 will be a cheap way to get in a lot of practice shooting. The shotgun is necessary for rabbit hunting in most places, and you can use it for deer as well. The deer rifle is only if you live in a state that allows rifle hunting for deer.

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Originally Posted by ummoiforgot

LOOKING FOR A GOOD RELIABLE BRAND THAT WILL LAST ME A LONG TIME ....

GUN TYPE : SHOTGUN 12 GAUGE

PLEASE LET ME HAVE SUM ADVICE

Remington 870. If you want an inexpensive one, you can usually find a 870 express (which has a cheaper finish) for under $200. Inside, it's the same as any other 870. The 870 has a great reputaion.

Mossberg has good shotguns as well.

ScouterJoe · 04-30-2008, 09:37 AM

I'm new too. I'm thinking personal defense. Something in a 45 acp. I want something absolutely reliable with a good stopping power.

Wingwiper · 04-30-2008, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by ScouterJoe

I'm new too. I'm thinking personal defense. Something in a 45 acp. I want something absolutely reliable with a good stopping power.

Good stopping power is ONLY good if you can hit your intended target.

It may be better for some people to get a smaller caliber that they can shoot accurately and put multiple well aimed shots at the target versus one big bang and hope it hits shot.

Get what you are comfortable with and can shoot well.

ScouterJoe · 04-30-2008, 07:36 PM

I had a guy try to sell me a Walther knock off in a .320 today. That thing would slow down my girlfriends cat. There has to be a better caliber in the middle? 40?

rondog · 04-30-2008, 08:55 PM

This would be a good one to start with...

GlockMeister · 04-30-2008, 09:00 PM

I'll take 2. Thanks.

ScouterJoe · 05-01-2008, 08:13 AM

Great gun. Do you use that in a stong side holster or on the ankle?

andrew cochran · 05-01-2008, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by rondog

This would be a good one to start with...

That ought to work!

sell33 · 05-01-2008, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by ScouterJoe

I'm new too. I'm thinking personal defense. Something in a 45 acp. I want something absolutely reliable with a good stopping power.

I would probably start out with a 9 mm instead of 45, they have pretty heavy recoil and you can practice A LOT more fore cheaper with the 9

big boomer · 05-01-2008, 10:48 AM

The Moose has it 100% right get a bolt 22 a bolt big game(308,30-06, 270,) and a good shogun(Rem 870 or Mossberg pump) if you want a semi auto 22 the Ruger 10-22 or TC are good choices. and to Joe a 9mm would be a better starter and work up to a 45.

ScouterJoe · 05-01-2008, 12:45 PM

Thanks for the help. I'll post what I get.

03-26-2008, 11:53 PM	#41
GlockMeister Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Northern Illinois Posts: 5,556	What do you want? A rifle or a handgun? And with that kind of cash, you can probably get 1 or 2 of each. or 1 of each and some accessories for both. Or 1 of either and a safe to keep it in. Many options out there to choose from. Good luck. __________________ I'd rather be tried by 12 than carried by 6!

04-30-2008, 08:55 PM	#46
rondog Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Parker, CO Posts: 1,361	This would be a good one to start with... __________________ What she doesn't know about, doesn't piss her off.....

04-30-2008, 09:00 PM	#47
GlockMeister Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Northern Illinois Posts: 5,556	I'll take 2. Thanks. __________________ I'd rather be tried by 12 than carried by 6!

04-30-2008, 09:37 AM	#43
ScouterJoe Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 10	I'm new too. I'm thinking personal defense. Something in a 45 acp. I want something absolutely reliable with a good stopping power.

04-30-2008, 07:36 PM	#45
ScouterJoe Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 10	I had a guy try to sell me a Walther knock off in a .320 today. That thing would slow down my girlfriends cat. There has to be a better caliber in the middle? 40?

05-01-2008, 08:13 AM	#48
ScouterJoe Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 10	Great gun. Do you use that in a stong side holster or on the ankle?

05-01-2008, 10:48 AM	#51
big boomer Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Minn. Posts: 1,012	The Moose has it 100% right get a bolt 22 a bolt big game(308,30-06, 270,) and a good shogun(Rem 870 or Mossberg pump) if you want a semi auto 22 the Ruger 10-22 or TC are good choices. and to Joe a 9mm would be a better starter and work up to a 45.

05-01-2008, 12:45 PM	#52
ScouterJoe Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 10	Thanks for the help. I'll post what I get.