Any handgun owners?

[FranDaMan]

Illegal here in the Netherlands. You can only own one if you are shooting for sport at a shooting range. And even then, the rules you need to stick too are very strict.

Would love to try it though one day.

 

[E-izzle]

Illegal and unnecessary in Canada.

skieur

Who says handguns are illegal in Canada? As long as the barrel meets minimum length requirements, they're classified as restricted. Unless you were referring to carrying, in which case we do have laws for it, it's just impossible to get that permit to carry.

Looking to get my first one this week if my permit to buy shows up by then.

Debating between the Springfield Armory XD 9mm and XDm 9mm right now, the Glock 19 is still in the running as well, but slipping.

No experience with the XD, and I'm no good with Glocks. Best to try before you buy...whichever one you shoot better with and that feels better in your hands. They're both reputable manufacturers so it's really a personal preference thing.

 

[o hey tyler]

Just get a Desert Eagle. You won't ever need to buy ammo, because once someone sees you take it out of your holster, they'll be gone.

Cheapest gun to maintain for self defense purposes.

 

[RauschPhotography]

Unfortunately, no. I really do want a 1911, though. Someday..

 

[skieur]

If you are using this for self protection in the woods. I wouldn't go smaller than a .40.

I'm missing something. Why does anyone need self-protection in the woods?

skieur

 

[o hey tyler]

If you are using this for self protection in the woods. I wouldn't go smaller than a .40.

I'm missing something. Why does anyone need self-protection in the woods?

skieur

Bears and ****?

 

[Light Artisan]

I'm missing something. Why does anyone need self-protection in the woods?

skieur

There's been 2 killings in the last 3 years, not to mention wild animals that roam the area.

Look, if you don't want/need a firearm that's your choice - I have the right and the desire to do so. I'm asking for some input, not an argument here... which is what you seem to be looking for.

 

[skieur]

If you are using this for self protection in the woods. I wouldn't go smaller than a .40.

I'm missing something. Why does anyone need self-protection in the woods?

skieur

Bears and ****?

Any bears that I ran into in B.C., I shot with a camera. I doubt that most handguns would stop a bear anyway.

skieur

 

[Photo95]

im more of a glock man...
i had an xdm9 and sold it for the glock 23

they are both fine guns, just depends on what feels better on your hands.
rent one out and see which one you like. I have 2 glocks, about to buy my 3rd one.

 

[Light Artisan]

Might have to see if I can do that around here, thanks.

 

[Photo95]

I'm missing something. Why does anyone need self-protection in the woods?

skieur

Bears and ****?

Any bears that I ran into in B.C., I shot with a camera. I doubt that most handguns would stop a bear anyway.

skieur

it would... if you shot him in the head.....

 

[Photo95]

Might have to see if I can do that around here, thanks.

most ranges... (actually all) will require you to go with someone.

They only allow renting if you come in pairs.

I would recommend doing that. Everyone here in cali on the forums does that since once you buy and dont like, that would be a huge hassle in just trying to resell to buy one that you really like.

Good luck. Youll love the hobby.

Im currently sitting on a Glock22 (nightstand handgun), Glock 23 (Daily Carry), Winchester 1300 defender 12GA, Home Defense, AR15 for the outdoor range, and about to purchase another Glock. Either 21 or 26

Man, i should be buying another lens lol

 

[MWG]

Im telling you, go hold and/or shoot an h+k. Go test out anything you really like, you will pick the one you like after shooting.

 

[sierramister]

I have a S&W sigma 9mm. Apparently, Glock sued (successfully) S&W because the design and features are almost identical. It was only $349 new and came with 4 17-round mags (and these are all steel, not plastic). It's a 4-inch barrel and is accurate and less protuding.

I like the XD with the extra back safety mechanism, my S&W (and the Glocks) only have the trigger guard mechanism.

 

[chito beach]

I own several Taurus in S&W 40. Dont go nine, they are for girls