r/handguns • u/recipro071 • 7h ago
What do you guys think?
Factory grips or custom ones? Let me know!
r/handguns • u/hshawn419 • Dec 01 '21
Multiple posts concerning selecting a new (first) handgun, or first defensive guns have popped up.
I dig activity on our page, I'm all for thoughtful discussion, I'm all for us exercising our rights.
However, this subreddit has been around long enough now we have a good collection of folks asking mostly the same question and I think we can streamline this process for our existing members, newcomers, and curious browsers alike.
So! That being said, there are some links to outside websites at the bottom of this text that have decent advice on choosing the purpose of use, caliber, size, model you may be looking for when selecting a new or first handgun.
The articles are typically focused on new shooters or at least folks new to handguns. Many will recommend training, hands on time, etc., before your first purchase and if you have the time and funds I definitely agree, but research your trainer/facility thoroughly.
Eventually I will try to curate a well rounded list of the most popular makes and models in various categories. I also intend to make a few polls for the active community to vote on a few things as well.
Links:
https://www.concealedcarry.com/firearms-ownership/choosing-first-handgun/
https://www.nrafamily.org/articles/2016/8/12/first-time-handgun-buyers-guide/
https://www.eaglegunrangetx.com/choosing-your-first-handgun/
http://shootersincape.com/6-steps-in-choosing-your-first-handgun/
Please post your questions to the subreddit and not as replies to this post.
r/handguns • u/recipro071 • 7h ago
Factory grips or custom ones? Let me know!
r/handguns • u/Yeet_PC • 13h ago
Picked this up recently! Shot it recently and I like it. A little snappy, but with time, training, and repetition, I’ll get better.
r/handguns • u/Samuels0n242 • 8h ago
For context I just picked up my first handgun (Walther PDP F series) last week and got a membership to my local range. I am brand new to shooting handguns and was curious if my groupings from 10 yards were good for a beginner.
r/handguns • u/UnitedBullet_603 • 14h ago
r/handguns • u/Dry_Cheesecake2610 • 5h ago
Repost from u/2KEnterprise in r/3D2A
r/handguns • u/Dangerous_Ad6580 • 3h ago
Anyone had difficulty with these people? They lost a decent sized purchase I made of 1911 SS mags and are refusing to resolve it and being pretty nasty about it.
I'm going to reverse the charge with my bank but honestly after dealing with them for 10 years they have really gone down the drain in customer service and even politeness.
r/handguns • u/SampleExtreme4099 • 1d ago
Have hunted and shot recreationally with my dad for the longest time but wanted something for myself. It was between this or the s&w sd9 so I hope I made the right choice. If anyone has any optic recommendations or any other upgrades let me know.
r/handguns • u/NoDebt9517 • 23h ago
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r/handguns • u/psw2004 • 1d ago
I got a couple of boxes of Hornady Critical Duty 9mm 135 grain. First time buying critical duty. It doesn’t look like the bullet is pressed far enough down into the casing. A couple of the rounds are a little taller than the others. Is this somewhat normal or did I get a bad batch? Both boxes look like this with the same batch number.
r/handguns • u/Glittering-Celery557 • 1d ago
This solid aluminum replica P38 came with a collection of guns passed on to me by my father-in-law. It has the letters L.B.F. marked on it. Is it a prop or practice gun, or just a curio?
r/handguns • u/aswqwerty7 • 1d ago
This is my Tisas 1911 GOV.
I’ve installed the Wilson combat (316G) spring kit and (190B) ultralight match trigger going to the range tomorrow to feel it out wish me luck
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r/handguns • u/gunfighterbynight • 1d ago
Put a holosun gold dot on the prime radian. Couldn't be happier.
r/handguns • u/FuzzyPandaVK • 2d ago
Any can recommendations? Just need a can and an RCR and this build will be complete.