[quote name='Supernothing'][quote name='The Gifuto'][quote name='Supernothing'][quote name='The Gifuto']Probably in the $500.00 price range. You could also just join the Marines, that's the standard pistol issue.[/quote]
But they remain locked up unless you are an MP.[/quote]
Sure, but even if you own a gun as civilian, it too, should be locked up when not in use.[/quote]
I didn't say "when not in use". With a military weapon you can never use it when you want. If you want to go to a shooting range with their weapon, that's a negative.[/quote]
LOL, that’s true. I shoot an M-16 in the Air Force... but only once every other year for training
And donssword, as far as 9mm go, I personally don't recommend them. IMHO they are only good for shooting people or targets, as small game is too small for em and big game is too big for em. A .40 or .45 is a much more versatile choice and packs a much bigger wallop. I would never trust a .22 for home protection. Don't get me wrong, you can get killed just as dead with a .22. But in the rare chance that I would be actually shooting at another human being I am not going risk that my rounds will fail to stop them.
It really depends on what you want to use your gun for. If it is just for sport shooting at the range, a 9mm could be a fun addition to a gun collection. Heck a lever action antique rifle would be a fun addition. But if you want a tool to protect your home try something you can rely on. I personally don't care for automatic pistols for home protection (even though I own 3) as they sometimes can jam at the most inopportune time. Like when loading the first round. Do you really want a round jammed in the slider when someone is breaking into your house? "Hold on Mr. robber sir, I seem to have a jam..." I love the reliability of revolvers. Fairly quick to load rounds (with a little practice) and there is a VERY slim chance of it ever jamming. There are no spring loaded clips to malfunction and each bullet is held individually, so they can't jam against each other. (And they are damn cool too lol)
As far as a beginner firearm, I agree that a .22 is a good choice. Easy to shoot and easier to get your form down. Form is 99% of shooting. Once you learn the proper way to control you gun (ie. Breathing control, easy trigger squeeze and a solid stance just to name a few). You don't have all the kick of larger guns messing around with your form. Though I think you might soon want a larger gun, so consider that before purchasing one if you only have the funds for one gun.
Oh and remember the rules of shooting.
1. Never point any firearm at something you do not intend to destroy.
2. Keep your finger off the trigger at all times when you do not intend to shoot.
3. Treat all firearms as loaded at all times, even if you are sure it is unloaded.
4. Never mix firearms with alcohol, drugs or fatigue
5. Know what is beyond the target you are shooting
6. Know your gun. Know how the safety works and never rely on a mechanical safety to keep your gun from firing. The best way is to insure the gun is clear. Remember to check Safety, Magazine, and Chamber when done shooting.
Sorry if it sounds preachy, but I see people at the range every weekend who take their life in their hands by treating guns without respect. It is a fun sport, but a gun will kill the user just as quickly if not treated right.
P.S. Your wife sounds like mine a few years ago. "Guns are dangerous, I dont want one in my house. More people get killed by their own guns than are protected by them." We sat down and had a talk and came to an agreement. I would buy a gun as long as when it was in the house it was locked with a trigger lock (most companies supply these for free when you buy the gun BTW) and also in a case with a lock on it. After I purchased the gun I spent a saturday getting familiar with how the gun worked and I practiced removing the gun from the case. You would be suprised how quickly you can do this with a little practice. I have even seen gun vaults with a numeric keypad for sale. I am considering getting one of those as it would make the process even faster. So, there are ways to make guns inaccessable to children while still making them quickly ready in an emergency.
Hope that helped lol, sorry for being long winded.
