Newbie here
- Thread starter JamesPIII
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How much does a safety course cost, does it vary? I had my eye on this one http://www.thegunsource.com/store/i...ngfield_Armory_Springfield_Armory_GI_Mil.aspx
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A safety course runs around $75 in my neck of the woods (not terribly far from you). The Springfield Armory Milspec 1911 is a good gun (I have put 100 rounds through a friend's and cleaned it) but it may or may not be for you. It is chambered in .45 Automatic and holds 7+1 rounds (seven in the magazine with one in the chamber). Recoil probably wouldn't be an issue since it would be less than a .357 revolver.
How much do you plan to practice?
What is your ammunition budget?
Have you fired a centerfire handgun in a major caliber before?
I would recommend taking the safety class and renting a few guns at the range. They would definitely have a similar 1911 available to try out. You wouldn't want to get something only to find out that it either doesn't fit in your hand, or you don't like how it operates.
How much do you plan to practice?
What is your ammunition budget?
Have you fired a centerfire handgun in a major caliber before?
I would recommend taking the safety class and renting a few guns at the range. They would definitely have a similar 1911 available to try out. You wouldn't want to get something only to find out that it either doesn't fit in your hand, or you don't like how it operates.
Why not an S&W Model 686? A revolver may be safer for a beginner than an auto. It is a very accurate revolver and has a very large range of ammo availabel. Start with target load .38 spcl and then progress up to the .357 magnum. You get the full spectrum of felt recoil and cost of ammunition. I also would start with the .22, but if you feel the need for a larger caliber, my suggestion may be valid. Plus, it is a beautiful gun
scorpion_tyr
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If you the main use of the firearm will be for target shooting I'd suggest a .22. The guns are cheap, the ammo is cheap. If you plan on leaving the firearm loaded for home defense I'd suggest a .380 or a 9mm. The target ammo isn't too bad, and while the gun is in your closet or wherever you can keep it loaded with a good JHP.
ElectricHellfire
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+1 To the above replies. A .22 is a great place to start. Next I would recommend a 9mm as others have already. The Glock 19 is a great all round pistol and recoil is very easy. There are many others out there. Try some out and see what suits you.
Good luck and welcome.
Good luck and welcome.
samuraimizu
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Renting the range guns is definately the way to go. Its exactly what I did for a while before i decided to purchase a pistol.