G19 vs. Revolver, first gun

Ginger, I would be concerned about locking internal doors because you might have a problem with getting out during a fire.
Having a means of egress other than the stairs is a pretty darn good idea. And running away from a dangerous confrontation is always a good idea when possible. I know that would be my choice. You should plan on where you and yours are going to go after scramming out the widow. I'm sure you are more than capable enough to figure that out.
I still stick by my recommendation of a shotgun though. Even though it's not the best thing to shinny down a rope ladder with, it is still your best bet if by some chance you have to stay and wait for the police.

Anyway, take notes at the range and let everyone know how your day out with guns goes. Someday a newbie will want the benefit of your experience.
 
There is a lot of advice here, certainly enough to cause the decision paralysis mentioned earlier.
The best advice so far is to try the different guns mentioned. You are lucky to have NRA instructors nearby willing to let you do this.
Shotguns keep being mentioned. Definitely something to be tried before you settle on it. The recoil of a 12 gauge isn't for everyone. Another problem with a long gun is that it is virtually impossible to use a phone and hold a long gun on a subject at the same time.
I would pick up a copy of Mass Ayyoob's (? spelling) "In the Gravest Extreme."
It's a few years old now, but still very relevant. It covers home defense and justifiable use of force extremely well.
A forum member here, Pax, has an excellent web site, the cornered cat, that anyone, and particularly women, should check out. (www.corneredcat.com)

Mike
 
www.corneredcat.com

There is plenty of useful information for you at the above link. It is mostly written by women.

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This drawing of the Weaver Stance can help explain how it helps prevent "Limp Wristing".

The two-hand hold and the push-pull of the right hand and left hand both reduce muzzle flip, to reduce time for the second shot; and stabilize the frame to allow the slide to move as designed. More weight is place on the forward foot.

One of the things that is so great about handguns is that they can be carried on your person whenever you have your pants and gunbelt on.

Remember: When seconds count; the police are only minutes away.
 
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Buy an airlite .38/.357 snubnose revolver, if you are not sure. Easiest to carry, good consistency, ladies prefer the way it looks like and therefore they are more likely to carry it:), and if you can handle the .357 kick, you have a good power, if not, you can still switch to .38.
The only real drawback is the low capacity, but you can buy a 7 rnd Taurus (which is the choice of budget sensitive people) and you will be as good as anyone with a Colt Commander.:) And since the most sd situations are close and personal, you will, as the saying goes, more likely run out of time than ammo.

G19 is a wonderful choice but it can't be pocket carried. I was able to walk all the day long with a snubbie in my jeans front pocket and nobody noticed (no Mae West quotes). And many ladies have probs to retract the slide, namely if under stress. Snubbie makes really a perfect choice.
 
Thanks everyone for all the new advice. Limited egress in case of fire duly noted. Difficulty using cell phone with long gun trained on BG noted. Positioning of safes noted. Ayoobs book downloaded. Corneredcat bookmarked, I'm lucky with kids, they are both already bigger than me, have at least as much shooting experience, and we will continue to learn together as we grow into our newfound love. I'm really fortunate to have a 13 year old son who is sincerely level headed, someone I'd want to have my back. Doesn't mean I trust him and his every friend to avoid the hey look isn't this cool moment, since I've had to curtail that in men well older than him, but it is gonna make life a little easier. Ditto the 11 yo, although she's a CSI - SVU addict and loves the idea of shooting BG's, not so sure I want her to have my back just yet, I can just see pleading for her not to shoot some poor intruder ;) Anyway they are both on track to take classes and I very much appreciate the safety advice re kids.

I'll report back on my day at the range!
 
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Nate45 thank you! I think everyone should watch this!!!

Get the G-19. They are much easier to learn to shoot with than a revolver.

Don't worry about malfunctions, just occasionally practice malfunction clearance.

Tap, Rack and Attempt to fire.

If your pistol quits firing... here I'll let Clint Smith demonstrate instead.

Pistol Malfunction Clearance

After you have fired your Glock a few hundred times it will probably have never malfunctioned and if it does you will know how to clear it.
 
I'm pretty sure she has made her decision by now, as the last post in this thread had been made nine months ago.
 
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