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Best handgun for the buck

Delinquent

Delinquent

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Looking for opinions on best handgun for under $300.

My friend mentioned the Hi-point 9mm for a cheap starter handgun but wanted others opinions.

Any help is appreciated and how fast can I apply for the gun and be able to get it?
 
Smith&Wesson Sigma 9mm. I picked one up about 4 months ago and it was $279 + $50 mail in rebate and the rebate came with two additional clips. I have put about 400 rounds through it without a single problem. It is just like a Glock 19 only half the price. Very good, reliable, and cheap to own personal carry gun.

I am also in Florida and there is a three day waiting period for handguns.
 
chewyxrage said:
Do you already have a FOID card?


What caliber are you looking for? 9mm?
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This will be my first gun, ever which is why I was curious as to how long the application process will be.

My friend suggested 9mm for a decent first gun. It's for defense so I'll eventually get my concealed weapons permit but I can't afford it right now.

Do you have a better suggestion? I don't want a shotgun as I know this would probably be the best home invasion deterrent but I would like a handgun first
 
jocephus said:
Smith&Wesson Sigma 9mm. I picked one up about 4 months ago and it was $279 + $50 mail in rebate and the rebate came with two additional clips. I have put about 400 rounds through it without a single problem. It is just like a Glock 19 only half the price. Very good, reliable, and cheap to own personal carry gun.

I am also in Florida and there is a three day waiting period for handguns.
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Ah yea he said 3 days but I wanted to confirm. My record is completely clean with the exception of a possession of alcohol charge when I was a minor which shouldn't even show up, but that's it
 
Hi Point are cheap. Is this just for plinking or protection?

The background check takes about 20 minutes here.

I think you can get a .40 s&w for under $300.

Is this for CCW?
 
For a CCW I'd get something small like a .38 revolver or something - if you actually plan on carrying it around with you.
 
chewyxrage said:
For a CCW I'd get something small like a .38 revolver or something - if you actually plan on carrying it around with you.
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Ah thanks for the info. This is one reason I wanted to ask as I didn't know a 38 would probably be easier to carry once I get a CCW. Is it just the size of the 9mm that makes it difficult to conceal?
 
Delinquent said:
Ah thanks for the info. This is one reason I wanted to ask as I didn't know a 38 would probably be easier to carry once I get a CCW. Is it just the size of the 9mm that makes it difficult to conceal?
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Yeah, basically. They do have smaller .9mm's that might be alright.

I think that a snub nosed .38 special would probably be easier & never misfire. But some people don't like 'em.


.38
http://gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=92148059


.9mm similar to the one I own but smaller
http://www.riverviewsales.net/Merch...&Product_Code=KP95DPR15&Category_Code=PST-RUG
 
yea that's really too much money. I haven't even told my wife that I'm buying one but due to our current circumstances, we need one plus we don't even have a firearm in the house at all and I always planned to eventually get one. So that time is now.
 
Actually I think I'm just gonna have to go with the cheap hi-point because we need the rest of that money for bills and as long as it will stop someone or just deter them then that's all I need
 
whatever you do, when you buy the weapon, stop by the hardware store on the way home and pick up a really good file too.









the sumbitch you point it at, when he sticks it so far up your ass you'll taste the bullets, it will hurt less coming out if you have the front sight filed off....

yeah, yeah, everybody's a bad ass, been doing this business a long time, heard it all before, you listen to someone who knows.....

Keep a pistol grip Baretta house gun, pump 12 ga, everybody the the universe knows the sound of a round being chambered, the chances of you using it are zero to none, leave the bravado to the guys who do it for a living. If you carry money for a living or you are travelig w/ your family, maybe, otherwise, no....
 
Long time friendship that has gone south and he's not the most honest and trustworthy individual by any means. Thinks we owe him all this money even though back when he GAVE this money to us, he never asked for it back. But now that I've called him out on all his bullshit he's been feeding us over the years, he thinks that he deserves all this money back that he gave us.

He's one of those hoodrat types that manipulates, lies, cheats, and steals just to get his way and make a quick buck. Now that I called him out for lying to his supposed friends, he's demanding all this money back.

So I just wanna be prepared just in case he does something stupid as he would never think that I would buy a gun.
 
A basic pump hall clearer would be better for your situation. Everyone knows the sound of a slide on a shotgun, as well.
 
Delinquent said:
Long time friendship that has gone south and he's not the most honest and trustworthy individual by any means. Thinks we owe him all this money even though back when he GAVE this money to us, he never asked for it back. But now that I've called him out on all his bullshit he's been feeding us over the years, he thinks that he deserves all this money back that he gave us.

He's one of those hoodrat types that manipulates, lies, cheats, and steals just to get his way and make a quick buck. Now that I called him out for lying to his supposed friends, he's demanding all this money back.

So I just wanna be prepared just in case he does something stupid as he would never think that I would buy a gun.
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Reach out and touch him before he does anything.

http://www.springfield-armory.com/armory.php?model=17
 
Seals carry 9mms but they are trained to use them the right way..(2 in chest and 1 in head). So if you get the 9 or any pistol for that matter, you better practice with it on a regular basis. They make 9s in compact sizes that are actually smaller than 38's and they probably hold 7 or 8 rounds. The compacts are more expensive however. Bam
 
there is a reason why high points r cheap.

u should be able to find a S&W 5906 9mm for that. i sold mine awhile back and that was all i was asking. it is reliable, a little heavy for some's taste, but a great gun.
 
For less than $300 ? Norincos. They used to suck big time but they finally reached a reasonable quality level. I know it's chinese, I know they make Sig/COlt and other brand name rip-offs but it's a good start. The NP34 (Sig P228 clone) is probably their best so far. I used to sell the whole line. I was very surprised to see them selling like hot cakes. Finally got rid of the line cause the profit margin was ridiculous...
 
Just get a cheap shotty and save your money for this.

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Delinquent said:
Looking for opinions on best handgun for under $300.

My friend mentioned the Hi-point 9mm for a cheap starter handgun but wanted others opinions.

Any help is appreciated and how fast can I apply for the gun and be able to get it?
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depends on what you are going to use it for.. If you just want to have one so you can shot your fool self, or put it in your pants so someone might think you are bad ass..

they make air guns just paint over the orange end..
 
mountain muscle said:
Manny have you seen the Springfield EMP 1911 in .40 yet?
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Havent tried one yet but they're available through their catalog. Its really something I'd consider for CC.
 
I wouldnt spend under $500 for a CCW weapon unless it was a revolver. I suppose a used Taurus .357 revolver can be had on the cheap and its plenty powerful and reliable. As for autos, glock is the best for $500 range
 
dude you're not the kind of guy who would shoot himself are you? for some reason you strike me as potentially borderline unhappy/depressed. also, be careful with a gun in a house with a baby/toddler/small child.
 
You can probably search pawn shops hard enough and the local newspaper and find someone willing to get rid of a top of the line handgun for around 300 or maybe a little more. Something like a Glock or Berretta. You see someone in the paper with four or five guns listed and this is problem someone who is hard up for money and trying to sell his guns to get some fast cash. Call and make an offer, never know.
 
manny78 said:
Havent tried one yet but they're available through their catalog. Its really something I'd consider for CC.
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How do the Springfields shoot out of the box? Kimbers have a slight creep but a pretty decent triggers out of the box. Only had a couple FTF with my Kimber in around 8k rounds and every time it was wadcutter reloads.

I am going to check one out at the range, but at the price I may go with a Kimber Ultra CDP II.
 
My .02. If it's for the house, go to wal-mart and get a remington or mossberg shotgun. Easy to hit what you're shooting at no matter how sleepy you are at the time. Point and shoot, and the action should be intimidation enough to persuade someone they can go elsewhere for someone easier. Relatively inexpensive. and they are good to go.
If it's a handgun...wait till you get enough money to buy something that shouldn't jam when you shoot it. If you're new to guns and don't think you will put in the time to clean it regularly, get a revolver...pretty low maintenance, and you ain't gotta worry about it jamming. If you think you will disassemble, clean, and reassemble fairly regulalry, go for the auto if you prefer.
Spend a little time and look at the pro's and con's of the calibers. 9's will have a high capacity...but those bullets don't just stop very easily, so if you did have to shoot in your house, you would have to keep in mind your family may be behind some of those walls. 45 flies a lot slower, so less to worry about that, but it has less capacity...40 is somewhere inbetween...etc. And if you do get one, go shoot it...don't just put it up. All that crap and more.

Take care.
 
blackhawk60 said:
My .02. If it's for the house, go to wal-mart and get a remington or mossberg shotgun. Easy to hit what you're shooting at no matter how sleepy you are at the time. Point and shoot, and the action should be intimidation enough to persuade someone they can go elsewhere for someone easier. Relatively inexpensive. and they are good to go.
If it's a handgun...wait till you get enough money to buy something that shouldn't jam when you shoot it. If you're new to guns and don't think you will put in the time to clean it regularly, get a revolver...pretty low maintenance, and you ain't gotta worry about it jamming. If you think you will disassemble, clean, and reassemble fairly regulalry, go for the auto if you prefer.
Spend a little time and look at the pro's and con's of the calibers. 9's will have a high capacity...but those bullets don't just stop very easily, so if you did have to shoot in your house, you would have to keep in mind your family may be behind some of those walls. 45 flies a lot slower, so less to worry about that, but it has less capacity...40 is somewhere inbetween...etc. And if you do get one, go shoot it...don't just put it up. All that crap and more.

Take care.
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great and correct advice.. however over penetration is a concern when shooting inside a dwelling..

something to think on..
 
I myself like Taurus handguns. I picked up a Taurus .45 millenium edition for $275, used but like new. However you can get a Taurus .40 or .45 millenium brand new for just over $300. Excellent gun, and deadly accurate too
 
blackhawk60 said:
My .02. If it's for the house, go to wal-mart and get a remington or mossberg shotgun. Easy to hit what you're shooting at no matter how sleepy you are at the time. Point and shoot, and the action should be intimidation enough to persuade someone they can go elsewhere for someone easier. Relatively inexpensive. and they are good to go.
If it's a handgun...wait till you get enough money to buy something that shouldn't jam when you shoot it. If you're new to guns and don't think you will put in the time to clean it regularly, get a revolver...pretty low maintenance, and you ain't gotta worry about it jamming. If you think you will disassemble, clean, and reassemble fairly regulalry, go for the auto if you prefer.
Spend a little time and look at the pro's and con's of the calibers. 9's will have a high capacity...but those bullets don't just stop very easily, so if you did have to shoot in your house, you would have to keep in mind your family may be behind some of those walls. 45 flies a lot slower, so less to worry about that, but it has less capacity...40 is somewhere inbetween...etc. And if you do get one, go shoot it...don't just put it up. All that crap and more.

Take care.
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If you are firing more than 9 shots in a home invasion situation, you are in trouble anyway. I agree with the pump shotgun call. Much easier to deal with, especially for a novice gun user. It can be kept unloaded, because you can load and chamber a single shell in half a second.
 
mountain muscle said:
How do the Springfields shoot out of the box? Kimbers have a slight creep but a pretty decent triggers out of the box. Only had a couple FTF with my Kimber in around 8k rounds and every time it was wadcutter reloads.

I am going to check one out at the range, but at the price I may go with a Kimber Ultra CDP II.
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They are very good out of the box. You might want to tweak it a little bit but honestly, no matter the brand I always have it done on a 1911 (trigger).
 
great guns for the price:

anything made by Bersa

got a .380 bersa, and it's amazing....heard great things about their 9mm too..i believe it's called the "Thunder"

Revolvers made by Ruger can be found for a good price..they make some good revolvers... try to find a .357, which will shoot a .357 round and a .38 special round. i'd steer away from a snubnose pistol...too inaccurate for me.
 
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