John Posted March 6, 2011 Report Share Posted March 6, 2011 colt python Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C-bus Posted March 6, 2011 Report Share Posted March 6, 2011 colt python^ bucket-list gun fo sho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedytriple Posted March 6, 2011 Report Share Posted March 6, 2011 springfield xd, or 1911. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeepman3ski Posted March 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 (edited) sorry been busy the past few days. I want one to shoot for sport (target), to make sure I stay up with practice and to make sure my girl knows how to use it properly. I think its important to know how to shoot incase the world ends or incase you need to protect yourself. Its better to know how to properly use it then to look at a gun if you need to use it and say "how the frick am I going to use this thing". I went out with my buddy a month or so ago and shot his AR-15, glock (i want to say .40), and some other high powered single bolt rifle. I kinda like the feel of the glock but I have only shot 2-3 hand guns ever.I went to the gun show over at the westland mall with a buddy his girl and mine this weekend. He kinda just left me to walk around which is ok I guess. I felt out of place being a city outdoorsy guy who isnt big into firearms. Not knowing what to look for in a gun, I have to say it was a bit intimating too.I shoot over at blackwing a while ago with a meetup group who took a "learn how to shoot class". I think we shot Ruger Mark III. My female friend who came with me to learn was thinking about getting something for protection and one of the sales guys walked her through a bunch of guns. Maybe I'll give him a call, he seemed pretty chill and not one of those (no offense to any of your guys who are this) an uptight gun carrying republican (one of those stereotypes). I think I will head over to a few shops to rent to see what I like. Edited March 7, 2011 by Jeepman3ski Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jporter12 Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 Be sure to consider how it feels in your hand, how it feels shooting it, and any safety features that may be important to you. I settled on my XD without ever shooting one, and I'm glad I like it. Otherwise I would be pissed at myself and looking for something else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeepman3ski Posted March 26, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 I took a trip to Blackwing tonight and after shooting a few I decided on an XD subcompact. I love how that sucker feels in my hands. I do have to say that the guys over at Blackwing were great talking me through what to look for and letting me take my time with no pressure to buy right then at all.Ill be getting on in the next month of so. Thanks everyone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevysoldier Posted March 26, 2011 Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 I took a trip to Blackwing tonight and after shooting a few I decided on an XD subcompact. I love how that sucker feels in my hands. I do have to say that the guys over at Blackwing were great talking me through what to look for and letting me take my time with no pressure to buy right then at all.Ill be getting on in the next month of so. Thanks everyoneWhat all did you try?I've never bought anything from Blackwing but was in there once with my dad. He bought two guns from them and really enjoyed the experience. It's a little out of my way to go over there, so I usually hit up Vance's or Buckeye Outdoors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigSaxy Posted March 26, 2011 Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 i've owned an m&p xd and glock. i trust my life with the glock. it has less parts to figure out and very reliable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gump Posted March 26, 2011 Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 Ruger mark iii .22 or s&w .22 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedytriple Posted March 26, 2011 Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 Have had a m&p and have 2xds like the xd much better. M&p was weird to take down didn't like the fact you had to use that little rod to flip a lever to take it down. Good choice on the xd. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xyloft Posted March 26, 2011 Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 1911personal favorite. I also like the springfield arms XD 45 compact. (4 inch barrel, 10 round clip with an 13 round expansion clip). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jporter12 Posted March 26, 2011 Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 I took a trip to Blackwing tonight and after shooting a few I decided on an XD subcompact. I love how that sucker feels in my hands. I do have to say that the guys over at Blackwing were great talking me through what to look for and letting me take my time with no pressure to buy right then at all.Ill be getting on in the next month of so. Thanks everyoneWhat caliber? I have a .40, but 9mm ammo is cheaper. If you get a 9, we'll need to set up a shoot sometime, so that I can try it out!What all did you try?I've never bought anything from Blackwing but was in there once with my dad. He bought two guns from them and really enjoyed the experience. It's a little out of my way to go over there, so I usually hit up Vance's or Buckeye Outdoors.I think we need to take a trip to Blackwing sometime, after talking to a friend tonight, and them telling me how good Blacking id. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeepman3ski Posted March 26, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 The guy who took me on the range was talking about price vs difference in round power etc and after talking to him for a bit besides the 9mm being cheaper it also isnt much different then a .40. also if the world ended I guess the 9mm is more common of a round to find.I only had time for the sub XD 9MM and the glock 19 (I think it was). But the guy said just from watching me shoot that it looked like the XD felt more comfortable in my hands even before I said I liked it better. I have to say that it was like night and day between the two guns. I have no issue letting others try mine (when I get it) but I want to try yours too. My buddy is getting back from the sandbox on the other side of the pond this week so he said he would take me shooting with his sig sauer 228. But at the moment the XD is the way I'm going.Question about buying: I am pretty sure Im going to buy from Blackwing but I went to a gun show a few weeks back and you can buy any gun with cash on the spot. Is there any bonus of buying a gun from either place (dealer or gunshow)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Butters Posted March 26, 2011 Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 cinergi on CR works at blackwing, hes the first person i spoke to about what firearm to choose....i told him i liked how the XD felt in my hand and hes the one who helped me make the decision to try to find a nice XD or to wait and get an HK if i find a good deal.....ergonomics are similar, so he suggested both....just happened to come along a good deal on an HK thats why i got it - XD was my second choice....theyre good guys up there and they will try to do whats best for your interests, even if it means they might not get your business (he was suggesting to wait for a used HK, instead of trying to sell me new stuff)i need to make a trip up there sometime to check it out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeepman3ski Posted March 26, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 I will agree with you tbutera, the 3 times I have been there they have been great guys to work with. I cant say enough about the, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSB67 Posted March 26, 2011 Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 Question about buying: I am pretty sure Im going to buy from Blackwing but I went to a gun show a few weeks back and you can buy any gun with cash on the spot. Is there any bonus of buying a gun from either place (dealer or gunshow)?You can buy any gun with cash on the spot at a dealer too. If you buy from a reputable retail place they will take care of you should you have any issues. If you're the paranoid type that thinks the gubmint is gonna show up one day to take your guns, cash FTF leaves no paper trail. An actual dealer at a show will run the same background check the store will, and that paperwork never leaves the store anyway.I've never found any deals at a gunshow anyway, all I see is overpriced junk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Butters Posted March 26, 2011 Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 try looking on www.armslist.com too - thats where i found my gun, and i got a great deal on it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted March 26, 2011 Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 Have had a m&p and have 2xds like the xd much better. M&p was weird to take down didn't like the fact you had to use that little rod to flip a lever to take it down. Good choice on the xd.That is only the case if your m&p has magazine disconnect safety without it take down is similar to others clear chamber, flip take down lever, close slide, pull trigger and remove Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Butters Posted March 26, 2011 Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 mine you just pull slide back and remove a little pin lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedytriple Posted March 26, 2011 Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 Then the one I use to have must have had the mag disconnect safety. Still like my xd's better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted March 26, 2011 Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 XD's are nice and will probably be my next purchase Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedytriple Posted March 26, 2011 Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 Where do you shoot at conn e Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted March 26, 2011 Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 We've just been shooting outside but recently found a local gun club has an indoor range so trying to get info to join the clubI was just at a gun shop out your way after the show last weekend had a nice indoor range Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wadepenn Posted March 26, 2011 Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 First you need to evaluate your primary use? Home defense? Plinking? Concealed? If you have a spouse, will she be using at well? If yes, then it needs to fit her needs as well. Children at home creates additional needs as well, keeping it secured from them yet easily accessible to you. In our situation I have a sigarms 45 which I wear on my hip at home, my wife started with a m&p 9mm, yet was too heavy for her to wear daily, so she recently opted for a smith & wesson 380 bodyguard/integrated laser sight she carries in a ankle holster and carries concealed with her ccw. The change to the 380 means she carries her protection much more consistently.We have a six yr old so when we are not carrying we have a full size safe they are secured in, we have taken him to the gun range to let him see that our guns are not toys or a video game, children they need constant reminders of it as well. I can't stress that if you have children in the house you must never leave your gun unattended. For home defense I recommend a 45 if you are familiar with handguns, less rounds available, 6-7 in most vs most 9mm hold 14-15, but the 45 does equate to better overall defense if you are a accurate shooter.For concealed either a compact 45 or 40 if your body frame can conceal it properly. Compacts have shorter barrels which allows for less range of accuracy yet is not a factor once you realize that a concealed gun is for close quarters and most use of concealed weapons occur when in close proximity of an assailant. I prefer sigarms myself but they do have a premium price attached to them. I suggest you go to a gun shop and try holding numerous handguns to see which feels most comfortable to you. Try to keep with a well known maker though... Name brand does mean better quality control. Your protection is worth the slight extra money you will pay for a name brand. Regardless of the gun you choose, training is important once you have it. You need both range and retrieval training. A gun you don't know how to get out safely and quickly doesn't help you. Do you carry it loaded or do you have to cycle a round in the chamber? Some guns have external hammer that can be more dangerous if carried loaded. The hammer could possibly snag on something and release before locking possibly causing an accidental discharge. Additionally you should remember that ever round you fire has a lawyer attached to it. So know the local laws for use of the weapon in a home defense and ccw situation. For home defense you are only allowed to protect yourself within the confines of your home once the bad guy steps out of your home you cannot legally shoot... Regardless of the legal use of a gun, you can expect a lawyer will be telling the bad guy or his family that they can sue you and they will try to persuade a jury that you were unjustified in the shoot. But it's better to be alive than dead...WadePrior Army Ranger, Sniper, Sniper instructor, CQB instructor, SERE instructor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedytriple Posted March 26, 2011 Report Share Posted March 26, 2011 What range stonewall? I shoot there alot. I also been driving out east to shoot outdoors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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