Fist Handgun
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TheNocturnus
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I had a Kel Tec PF9 at one point. Besides the long trigger pull, low capacity and it "biting" me when I shot it, it was a great little gun for the money. The PF9 will function when needed but is not fun to shoot.
loose_holster_dan
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+1 on 9mm. the one i have that i feel best accomplishes all 3 tasks of HD, CCW, and range fun for under $400 is the cz p07 duty.
WHATEVER YOU DO - DO NOT WASTE MONEY ON TAURUS OR S&W SIGMA
WHATEVER YOU DO - DO NOT WASTE MONEY ON TAURUS OR S&W SIGMA
sub-$400 price range semi auto pistol...
In the market for a decent semi auto around $400.00, I would look into a major brand, used(like new or good condition) law enforcement trade in.
Sites like JG Sales, GunsAmerica.com, Cheaperthandirt.com, Gilbert's Guns, Buds etc have good prices & choices.
A used SIG Sauer P6/P225 9x19mm, a Beretta 92 or 96 pistol, a 3rd gen S&W like a 4546 .45acp or a 5946 9x19mm, a Walther P99 in .40 or 9mm, a Glock 23 or 22.
A used SIG P229 .40 or a Glock 22/23 are a smart pick IMO because you can switch out the barrels from .40S&W to .357sig.
With some major pistol models you could also buy a .22LR kit for cheap, low recoil(less wear & tear) skill training. These add-ons run about $200-300.00.
If you are inclined you can also buy new springs, magazines, sights, grips, barrels. Parts & service work are a lot faster & easy to replace than a DA revolver.
There are a few $400 range NIB pistols out there but quality and service life may vary.
Clyde
In the market for a decent semi auto around $400.00, I would look into a major brand, used(like new or good condition) law enforcement trade in.
Sites like JG Sales, GunsAmerica.com, Cheaperthandirt.com, Gilbert's Guns, Buds etc have good prices & choices.
A used SIG Sauer P6/P225 9x19mm, a Beretta 92 or 96 pistol, a 3rd gen S&W like a 4546 .45acp or a 5946 9x19mm, a Walther P99 in .40 or 9mm, a Glock 23 or 22.
A used SIG P229 .40 or a Glock 22/23 are a smart pick IMO because you can switch out the barrels from .40S&W to .357sig.
With some major pistol models you could also buy a .22LR kit for cheap, low recoil(less wear & tear) skill training. These add-ons run about $200-300.00.
If you are inclined you can also buy new springs, magazines, sights, grips, barrels. Parts & service work are a lot faster & easy to replace than a DA revolver.
There are a few $400 range NIB pistols out there but quality and service life may vary.
Clyde
wcasey755,
If you can afford to go just a bit more, Jet Guns http://www.jetguns.com has the Sig SP2022 with night sites for $437.00 in 9mm with 15 round magazines or the same gun with standard sites for$383.00 but they only come with 10 round magazines and the 40 caliber for $371.00 with 12 round magazines or the Smith M&P 9 or 40 full size or 9 compact for $439.00 these prices include shipping. I am not affiliated with Jet Guns in any way, but they do have reasonable prices and I have had very pleasant experiences with them.
Good luck in your quest for your first handgun!
If you can afford to go just a bit more, Jet Guns http://www.jetguns.com has the Sig SP2022 with night sites for $437.00 in 9mm with 15 round magazines or the same gun with standard sites for$383.00 but they only come with 10 round magazines and the 40 caliber for $371.00 with 12 round magazines or the Smith M&P 9 or 40 full size or 9 compact for $439.00 these prices include shipping. I am not affiliated with Jet Guns in any way, but they do have reasonable prices and I have had very pleasant experiences with them.
Good luck in your quest for your first handgun!