A little more info would help..
Is this for you or are you just wanting to gather some info on what people recommend and why?
Obviously, with 5 years of experience here & almost 800 posts - you're not a raw rookie.
First, I’d establish a realistic budget of what they can afford to own and train with (i.e. not just the gun, but ammo cost, securing it, slings, holsters, cases, etc.)
Second, are they going to carry it? Because the main point of a handgun is to sacrifice power and accuracy for convenience. If you aren’t going to make use of the convenience then why sacrifice? Likewise, long guns are usually right out the door if you plan to carry them.
Once, you’ve got that sorted out try out as many different firearms as you can within your budget/use parameters and let the new shooter picks what works for them. If we all had the same needs, we wouldn’t have several thousand different firearms.
No, she won't carry the weapon for the foreseeable future. My impression is she'll stick in the sock drawer or closet and it won't see the light of day unless it hits the fan or I make her practice My main concern with long guns is there are a few spots in her place where wielding one would be difficult. Another concern is maintenance. Although I will try and practice with her, I don't want a long period of time to lapse with respect to maintaining the weapon which is why a revolver made some sense to me.
Couldn't agree more, depending on what the price range you are looking for I don't know if a glock 19 with a light on it can be beat for a nightstand gun.I recommend Glock. Malfunction is not much of a concern. The manual of arms is as simple as can be.
My wife is a great shot, she just does not enjoy the range much. The Glock does nightstand duty.
Remove from holster, point at BG and pull trigger. Repeat as necessary.
My main concern with long guns is there are a few spots in her place where wielding one would be difficult.
My main concern with long guns is there are a few spots in her place where wielding one would be difficult.
Why would she be doing that instead of hunkering down behind the bed, calling 911, and pointing the muzzle of a shotgun at the door?
No, she won't carry the weapon for the foreseeable future. My impression is she'll stick in the sock drawer or closet and it won't see the light of day unless it hits the fan or I make her practice My main concern with long guns is there are a few spots in her place where wielding one would be difficult.
Another concern is maintenance. Although I will try and practice with her, I don't want a long period of time to lapse with respect to maintaining the weapon which is why a revolver made some sense to me