When selecting a pistol you should select one that fits you. I look for the following when I select one.
1. Is it comfortable. Can I reach all operating features comfortably.
2. Pointability. Does the weapon naturally come on line with the target. I test this by picking up the pistol, get a proper grip, assume a fireing stance, sight on a target, Close my eyes moving the pistol down. Return the pistol to the fireing position. Open my eyes and determin if the weapon is still on target. If it is then consider that model.
3. Caliber. select a caliber which you can manage. It does no good to get a caliber which you cannot control. ie a 500 S&W does you no good if you can't hit a target with at least two rounds in quick succession.
4. Try as many different weapons and calibers as you can. RENT RENT was an outstanding suggestion.
5. once you select your pistol PRactice, practice and practice. This includes shooting, dry fireing, reloading. Reloading should become second nature. In an auto you should be able to do a magazine change without looking at the pistol. You must develop and have full faith and confidence in yourself and your equipment for you to survive any serious social encounter.
6. Above all don't select a brand/model/pistol/caliber because it is the flavor of the month or your buddies say it is the greatest.
Finally have fun.
1. Is it comfortable. Can I reach all operating features comfortably.
2. Pointability. Does the weapon naturally come on line with the target. I test this by picking up the pistol, get a proper grip, assume a fireing stance, sight on a target, Close my eyes moving the pistol down. Return the pistol to the fireing position. Open my eyes and determin if the weapon is still on target. If it is then consider that model.
3. Caliber. select a caliber which you can manage. It does no good to get a caliber which you cannot control. ie a 500 S&W does you no good if you can't hit a target with at least two rounds in quick succession.
4. Try as many different weapons and calibers as you can. RENT RENT was an outstanding suggestion.
5. once you select your pistol PRactice, practice and practice. This includes shooting, dry fireing, reloading. Reloading should become second nature. In an auto you should be able to do a magazine change without looking at the pistol. You must develop and have full faith and confidence in yourself and your equipment for you to survive any serious social encounter.
6. Above all don't select a brand/model/pistol/caliber because it is the flavor of the month or your buddies say it is the greatest.
Finally have fun.