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I'm going to buy a gun.

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theBearJew
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So I plan on buying a gun and I wanted to look to NS as to where I should start. I am looking to get a handgun for protection, I've thought about getting my CWP and probably will. Should I get my CWP first then get the gun or visa verse?

This thread is probably going to go terribly wrong and end up in a gun debate but hopefully I get some useful information about it.
Jan 21 2013 12:17PM
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987321654hgfd
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What state do you live in?
Jan 21 2013 12:17PM
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theBearJew
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Florida...
Jan 21 2013 12:18PM
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987321654hgfd
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Just curious, I know it's pretty easy to get there. Might as well buy the gun first and take the next class you can get in to.
Jan 21 2013 12:20PM
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Randy_Quench
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inb4 gun law shitshow.
Jan 21 2013 12:21PM
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SkiBum.
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9mm is a great 1st pistol. Easy to shoot. Not much kick. Cheap to shoot.

Once you buy one, you will want more. I started out with one, and ended up buying and trading for lots more.
Jan 21 2013 12:27PM
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spliff.Life
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yeah this is what i would suggest
Jan 21 2013 12:27PM
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Abu_Hajaar
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Buy the gun first. Then take the classes after you have the gun. I'd also recommend asking whoever would teach the class what type/caliber handgun would be best before you buy the gun or take the ccw class.
Jan 21 2013 12:30PM
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onLINE
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You should build your own. Why on NS if live in FL? just curious
Jan 21 2013 12:30PM
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bfulmer
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why are you buying it? self defense? or just for fun?

ALSO, INB4 GUN LAW DEBATE. No gun pulls it's own trigger.
Jan 21 2013 12:31PM
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Pancake_Fucker
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Desert fucking eagle.
Jan 21 2013 12:35PM
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El_Barto.
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get the gun first.

If you want to carry get either the ruger lcp .380 or lc9. Both are designed for concealed carry. I have the .380 for my cc gun.

dont get a full size if you wanna conceal it. I have a ruger p95 as my full size and its to big to conceal comfortably.
Jan 21 2013 12:43PM
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Olimar
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This is true, but 9mm have barely any stopping power, which if he is using it for self defense he probably wants. But i see where you are coming from. It would be a great first gun to have but once you get comfortable with shooting it and just guns in general, I would definitely get something with a little more stopping power.
Jan 21 2013 12:50PM
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Bubba-Snax
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1.) take a gun safety course
2.) go to a shooting range, try out a bunch of different hand guns and see what you like
3.) research whatever models strike your fancy
4.) make educated purchase and practice to gain proficiency and ability to operate your new weapon safely.
5.) enjoy feeling a little safer in your home and have fun shooting.
Jan 21 2013 12:50PM
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JeremyClarkson
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hay man yew shudnt buy a gun cuz gunz r bad and u mite end up shewting up a skewl maaaaaan

baaaan aaallll guuuns

Jan 21 2013 12:51PM
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theBearJew
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I want to buy it for self defense, hope to never have to shoot or aim it at a person, but when I need it, I want to have it.
Jan 21 2013 12:53PM
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SkiBum.
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Mossberg Chainsaw. When used for self defense against your home invader, they will be blasted into the next area code.

This is 100% opposite than my post above.
Jan 21 2013 12:57PM
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Barefootin_Fiend
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I am the proud owner of one of these....actually it's a baby eagle, i.e. 9mm.

To OP - personally, I would recommend a 9 mm. They're easy to shoot, and ammo is considerably cheaper than it is for a 40 - 50 cal guns. Plus, you don't have to worry (as much) about your rounds going through walls, etc. (if you needed to shoot it indoors) and accidentally killing an unintended target in the next room over.
Jan 21 2013 12:57PM
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LoathesRaisins
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This
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No, but really a .22 Smith and Wesson Pistol is a great gun. Easy to shoot, not much kick, good for beginning shooters and cheap.
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Jan 21 2013 12:59PM
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987321654hgfd
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Plus a hollow point is going to fuck somebody up regardless.
Jan 21 2013 1:03PM
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pmw
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i started with this for my CCP Click for larger image

great gun but a little expensive. i would take the class first. they taught me so much about cannon safety that i never really would have known. i know its a hassle and your ready to start the process, but you have your whole life to own these weapons, do it right.
i know i know. you cant wait to pack some powder down with your tamrod. true, there is nothing more satisfying then sparking your fuse. but you learn all the safety basics in the class. just puff up before or something, makes it 420x better
Jan 21 2013 1:05PM
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LoathesRaisins
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Jan 21 2013 1:07PM
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edai
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get an ar15 you pussy
Jan 21 2013 1:08PM
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Bubba-Snax
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and in 3... 2... 1...
Jan 21 2013 1:12PM
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uosdwiSrjewoH
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hooray for living a life in which i don't fear violent death at all times
Jan 21 2013 1:15PM
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El_Barto.
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Or get one of the new cc snub nosed Taurus Judges. Nothing says dont fuck with me like a pistol that shoots a 410 and a .45.

Its the ultimate close quarters defense gun. Deadliness of a shotgun and maneuverability of a pistol. Thats the next gun im gonna buy
Jan 21 2013 1:15PM
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edai
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lol isnt that the "executioner" from Black Ops 2?
Jan 21 2013 1:16PM
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El_Barto.
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the 22 is an excellent choice if your home is invaded by squirrels
Jan 21 2013 1:16PM
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.Capn.
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You definitely need a gun. Everyone out there is coming to kill you. Shit you have two hands, get two guns!
Jan 21 2013 1:20PM
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SkiBum.
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Made me laugh.

I do have an MP15 that is a .22lr w/ 100rd drum. That I feel is fine for home defense.

...or a lot of squirrels
Jan 21 2013 1:20PM
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Bubba-Snax
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still hurts like a bitch and one to the head can make you just as dead as a .45.

not to mention a hollow point any size will fuck up anybody's day.
Jan 21 2013 1:21PM
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theBearJew
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Mainly the Russians, they have been out to get me since '94. But now I have the Czech's tailing me daily. And after the '03 crisis in Budapest, the Hungarian's are always watching.

The French sent threats back in '97, but I haven't seen any since '98.
Jan 21 2013 1:23PM
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theabortionator
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Jan 21 2013 1:26PM
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accualyisdolan
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Deagal boiiii
Jan 21 2013 1:28PM
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shocker611
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He wants a personal protection gun. A .22 won't work. I decided to go bigger (.45) with my first gun and while I love it, I would agree with everyone and just go 9mm. Cheaper ammo and you can always go bigger.
Jan 21 2013 1:29PM
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El_Barto.
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im not gonna argue the killing power of a .22 vs anything. Thats stupid. Its like saying "yea, but you can still ski powder on 65mm waisted 210s." Of course you can but its not as easy and nobody should recommed it.

I have two 22lrs, a sig 522 and a walther p22. I shoot them more than anything because the ammo is dirt cheap. I would never grab either of thise guns to defend my home though and i would never cc my p22.
Jan 21 2013 1:30PM
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accualyisdolan
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http://youtube.com/#/watch?v=dFJjaj7pXsA&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DdFJjaj7pXsA
Jan 21 2013 1:35PM
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volvotom
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I would go to a gun range and try a few out first. I've shot various glocks and berettas, but my favorite is was a sig sauer.


Jan 21 2013 1:35PM
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Pancake_Fucker
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Pistols only. No deagles guys!
Jan 21 2013 1:41PM
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alex=
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Buy a Glock. Gangster or go home
Jan 21 2013 1:47PM
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Bubba-Snax
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i understand what your saying but unless if your dealing with a real psychopath, any run of the mill home invader or burglar is gonna get the fuck out when bullets start flying, especially if they have been shot.

I'm not saying to get a .45 is wrong. If that what you feel more comfortable with then by all means, it's your choice. But or a first time gun owner i would recommend the .22, and just because it's a smaller caliber is no reason to dismiss it as an effective weapon for home defense.

just my opinion is all.
Jan 21 2013 1:47PM
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shocker611
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The problem is that if said home invader also has a gun, you shoot him with a .22 and wound him, he shoots you with his 9 and kills you. You're trained and shoot him with your 9 he dies, never shoots you.
Jan 21 2013 1:50PM
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El_Barto.
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i agree to an extent. A bullet is still gonna fuck shit up and a 22 fired indoors is gonna be pretty loud and would scare a lot of people. I would rather have a 22 than no gun thats for sure. A 22 will still kill the crap out of bad guys.

The 22 is an awesome caliber and every gun owner should have one. It just wouldnt be my choice as my first gun for an adult.

Jan 21 2013 1:57PM
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LoathesRaisins
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All of the squirrels were killed by the Black Plague where I live. No joke.
Jan 21 2013 2:06PM
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Abu_Hajaar
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If you ask me a cz75 is the best handgun out there.
Jan 21 2013 2:07PM
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montanan
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a 9mm is a great first gun easy to shoot, not much recoil, and relatively cheap all things considered . i however for my first handgun got an xdm .40 tactical , full size with 4 inch barrel. of alll my handguns and i have quite a lot , 9mm, 38 special, 45 acp, xd 9mm, i have to say .40 is my favorite caliber. the ammo is still cheap , way cheaper than 45 and just a lil more than 9 mm. and a .40 in my opinion has just the right amount of power ( full metal jacket 180 grain hollow points ) , the right amount of recoil to stay on target even when shooting rapidly. i just love that caliber, and to be honest it is surprising to me that that is my favorite considering what i own. but i think that the .40 is a great choice for a first gun, i really like the full size since its not my concealed weapon ( i have a permit, and my .38 special takes care of that ) but its def my fav gun to shoot, just my 2 cents, 9 mm are cheap and fun, but don't have a lot of balls, and 45 ammo is quite spendy. thats why out of all my caliber's i think the .40 fits in perfectly in between as a good home defense weapon, and a very fun gun to go shoot without breaking the bank like i do when i go shoot my .45 acp ( xdm as well ) . i just love handguns ! and i would def recommend either a .40 or a 9mm if its your first handgun, and i know your set on ur brand pretty good, but if i were you id deff look at the springfield usa xd lineup. good luck , safe shooting . montanan.
Jan 21 2013 2:17PM
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.frenchy
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Yeah, ask a bunch of skiers...
Jan 21 2013 2:25PM
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arnie_grape
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Just pick one up at 7/11 with a 6pack and some smokes.
Jan 21 2013 2:32PM
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Bubba-Snax
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i completely agree, every gun has it's place. You wouldn't go deer hunting with a .22 just like you would go small game hunting with a 12 gauge. And i wouldn't pick a .22 first for an adult.

If you read my first post i didn't even make a gun recommendation and i'm still trying not to. I said to go to a shooting range and try a bunch out, then pick what you like. I just didn't want him to write off the .22 without trying one because it "doesn't have killing power" or its so small its just a "girls gun". That was all.

Btw I'm proud of NS. This has been a good conversation about guns without anybody flying off the hinges. +k
Jan 21 2013 2:41PM
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theBearJew
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Because being a skier means you dont do anything else or have any other interests outside of skiing.. What was I thinking!
Jan 21 2013 2:55PM
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nagger
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a bunch of skiers who know everything about guns and gun laws. or like to think they do, anyways.
Jan 21 2013 2:59PM
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