So, what is your go to handgun to start Newbs off on the right foot?
I used to think a s&w 19 was about a perfect newb gun, but of late, I find they struggle with the DA and get disappointed.
My next step was the Glock 17/19, but that too has proven to have some grip complaint.
I let several choose their own based purely on newb impressions, and they flew M&P. It was all about the grip.
The last few really bought into some kind of XD. even without me directing at all. Tells me XD is doing something right. I like it because we work through basic shooting to CCW, the XD grows with them well.
This is a tough decision for a newb because they really have no idea. When you are focused on front sight focus, basic grip and stance, you just have no idea which gun. Any gun, training and 1000 ends of ammo will get you close.
I used to think a s&w 19 was about a perfect newb gun, but of late, I find they struggle with the DA and get disappointed.
My next step was the Glock 17/19, but that too has proven to have some grip complaint.
I let several choose their own based purely on newb impressions, and they flew M&P. It was all about the grip.
The last few really bought into some kind of XD. even without me directing at all. Tells me XD is doing something right. I like it because we work through basic shooting to CCW, the XD grows with them well.
This is a tough decision for a newb because they really have no idea. When you are focused on front sight focus, basic grip and stance, you just have no idea which gun. Any gun, training and 1000 ends of ammo will get you close.