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@zurucq 4 жыл бұрын

My first gun is the nerf, rapidstrike. Fantastic gun, no recoil.

@kimberlyp6474 4 жыл бұрын

Slash FN Same 👍

@illmatic826 4 жыл бұрын

Slash FN my first gun was an XP65

@Irollbetter 4 жыл бұрын

Nerf strongarm

@YourHandleHere84 4 жыл бұрын

Slash FN it’s Nerf...or nothing!

@bobdewerff1485 4 жыл бұрын

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@edwinpickstock 4 жыл бұрын

Best advice is to go to a range that rents gun and rent a lane and try different guns! If u have smaller hands look at gun with a smaller grip, if u have medium and larger hands, look at bigger grips! For conceal carry find a gun u like and train with it and it will be the best decision u have ever made

@jpain97_ 4 жыл бұрын

Do they let first time shooters rent?

@edwinpickstock 4 жыл бұрын

Justin P yea as long as the range give you the ability to rent them. Majority of indoor ranges do.

@edumahkayt3r 4 жыл бұрын

What I always tell anyone who asks me. Rent guns at a range to give them a try. Find something you like that you can hold well and shoot well with. What's "best" for someone may not always be best for you.

@hirameberhardt8643 4 жыл бұрын

Pratice, pratice, prstice.

@jamesjazz3395 4 жыл бұрын

Ya that was before Covid. Most ranges around me are closed.

@FunYl 2 жыл бұрын

Taurus G2c. Inexpensive, reliable, precise, good grip, acceptable recoil, fun and easy to shoot, easy to clean, great to conceal. Comes in 9mm and .40, lifetime warranty. Hard to beat!

@SuperDanglefest Жыл бұрын

If you like the G2C, what are your thoughts on the G3C? I just bought a G3C, which is my first firearm. Just shot it for the first time at the indoor range and everything fed and fired seamlessly (Sig V Crown 115 grain JHP and Herter’s 115 grain FMJ). I liked it, but I also have never shot anything else. Just curious if you have any experience with the G3C as well

@Mojo32 Жыл бұрын

@@SuperDanglefest For what it's worth to you, I love my G3C, I've owned her about 6 months now. Personally, the grip fits my hand perfectly so it's a dream to hold on to and shoot. I've shot about 700 rounds through her, the standard grains 115, 124, and 147, all have handled and performed wonderfully. I prefer 124 grain it seems and i personally keep it loaded with 124 grain federal punch for defense. I bought the G3C when I did as kind of an impulse buy because my local farm store had wanted to make more room for the G4's so they had the G3C marked down (even lower than the G2's) plus Taurus had a rebate at the time so it was a $200 plus tax. For me that was a great deal and completely worth it. By that point I had already read multiple articles and watched multiple KZfaq videos about it, so I didn't hesitate. 😎

@nathanpecson9008 4 жыл бұрын

my first gun is my fully automatic angry mom. i can feel the recoil everytime that fire.

@bobstadelmayer8402 3 жыл бұрын

...especially when she called you by all 3 names. 😬 ...run, Forrest, run...

@walkinghard3956 3 жыл бұрын

Yikes

@nuniobinez4066 3 жыл бұрын

No gun with my mom. But she could wield a mean "switch", lol.

@Cys62 3 жыл бұрын

Ha3x....

@Hegshot87 8 жыл бұрын

I just wanted to clear something up real quick. I've gotten quite a few comments about why we didn't shoot the Fns or the PPS. Please don't get this video twisted. These are amazing guns that we have reviewed and raved about but the PPS is in the same class as the SHield and G43. So even though they are great, I stand by what I said about single stacks for your 1st gun. The Fn is also great but I have found most people find it uncomfortable to shoot. I should have mentioned it in the video but keep in mind also I want you guys to be able to talk about which ones y'all would recommend as well. I want y'all to talk, respectively disagree and agree. We are a community so if y'all didn't have anything to talk about it wouldn't be any fun. Keep it clean and respectful and let people know what your opinions are on your favorite gun to recommend for others first gun. Thanks for all of the support guys!

@voshsahaal6103 8 жыл бұрын

Got it, shitty parents mean you should postpone protecting yourself. First handguns I learned to shoot on were a .357 and a .40, yet by your logic my tendency to place high is a fluke. You feeling up gunned with a 22 must mean you don't have to deal with anything more dangerous than a coked up squirrel. As for shooting it the most, they get boring fast and you can't always find ammo. Get a reliable used firearm which is ergonomically comfortable. Don't like it after some range time, sell and replace at minimal net loss to a decent net gain. You claim difference of opinion then turn around and claim your opinion is a fact. Please learn to engrish harder.

@voshsahaal6103 8 жыл бұрын

faultroy seven years Army; spear hunt boar; have had to put down boar, cougar, and coyotes on the farm. Try that with a twenty two. You don't know whether I'm an inny or an outy, so stop limp writing and admit that there have been people shot with low calibre and not even noticed due to adrenaline or drugs. A 22 does not equate a thousand rounds a week. Also as a Rumford cartridge it is inherently unreliable. Please quit trying to get people killed.

@Noowbie1 8 жыл бұрын

Is it bad that subscribed because i liked the video and you had a Dallas Cowboys had on hahahaha

@borobei 8 жыл бұрын

What about revolvers? I am definitely not a weapons extpert, not even close, so in my opinion it would come to my mind that the maintenance of this weapon might not be easy since it has a lot of parts(some of them look pretty small). I case of revolvers from videos that I've seen look easier to clean and handle, but then again there would be comparisons between this type of guns and revolvers regarding ammo capacity for example. Do you think a revolver like a 38 caliber would be a good gun for a first time gun owner or gun handler? I know that it wouldn't be the first choice for a range, but do you think that it would be good enough for home defense?

@dtcowlick 8 жыл бұрын

I think you need to think through ammo capacity, speed of reloading and personal comfort level with a wheel gun--how does it feel in your hand. Home defense with a revolver is more sensible than for carry, unless you are going with lighter, less capacity guns like j-frames. A traditional DA (double action) revolver will have the same trigger pull every time--long and heavy. An all steel revolver will absorb more recoil with its greater weight, so more potent loads, like 357 Magnum, are made more controllable by its sheer heft. If this is your absolute first firearm, I have two suggestions: #1. Start with a 22 lr caliber; #2. Rentals at gun ranges are an investment in determining what direction you should go in. Many places will charge a single fee, but allow you to try several different pistols ( in sequence, not all at once) of the same caliber. If you can find gun store staff that deals patiently with a "newbie", ask questions, and take in what they tell you--don't play "macho". Hegshot is offering good advice here for those who have some familiarity with handguns, have decided on a semi-, and need some guidance as to what to look for and what to avoid.

@tinhkhau6656 7 жыл бұрын

Really like your reviews because of your honesty, you don't afraid to say I like this over that, don't worry about losing the G. fans. Great works.

@Hegshot87 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@timreilly3550 4 жыл бұрын

I selected the M&PShield for my first hand gun. It shot well for me and I liked some of the safety options on it. I went back a year later and got the Sig compact and I am SO happy I did. My only real complaint about the Shield is breaking it down to clean it and it was a little “jumpy” to shoot, but not bad. The simplicity of the Sig and how smooth it shoots would be my recommendation. Both weapons are 9mm.

@maxmaxed2887 2 жыл бұрын

YES. I'm getting EZ one

@indigatorveritatis7949 3 жыл бұрын

My first gun was a Star Trek disc gun, and with all the point-blank shots we made at each other, surprisingly none of us brothers lost an eye

@rightyouareken7587 3 жыл бұрын

Dang, forgot about that one. I loved that gun

@fredhill3565 5 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy my ARM Springfield 3.8" Compact Double Stack Striker Fire for Range and home defense. For conceal carry i carry a XDS Springfield 3 .3" Compact Single Stack w/ 7,8,9 rds, Striker Fire. These were my first hands I've owned. I love them. Easy to fire plus they both work the same. They break down and clean the same. I would recommend the Springfield XD 9 mm Seriers. Great firearm.

@1Gmoneyproductions 8 жыл бұрын

They now have a P320 Carry. It takes full size magazines but is the length of a compact.

@mtkreger 4 жыл бұрын

H&K VP9 is a great first gun. Easy to shoot, adjustable front, back and side grips, and looks great! If you just want one gun and intended to concealed carry, then S&W M&P9 2.0. I have the Performance Center w/3.1" barrel. Huge difference to conceal vs my VP9. My wife has used one, at the range, and shoots it very well (muzzle flip is not an issue).

@troubleship6064 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve had my glock 19 for 20 years. Still all original parts. My trijicons still light up well

@janicefortney287 3 жыл бұрын

With 20+ years in Law Enforcement experience and some more as a U.S. Army M.P. 1LT .....I've qualified with .45cal; .40cal; .357 Auto; & 9mm with Berretta, Glock, and Sig Sauer. My final answer for the best all around pistol would be the GLOCK MODEL #19 9mm. Not only for the experienced home defense shooter but ALSO for the brand new shooter as their first pistol. GLOCK Quality is Great; it's mostly compact with high capacity magazine (15+1 in the pipe), and with low recoil and easy to control and rapid fire. Plus, the 9mm round has really been up graded and it is the most popular and lowest priced round to buy or make.

@vaporiiz 2 жыл бұрын

Have you tried the 19x? I really want one of those over a regular 19 gen5

@kennethcook9406 2 жыл бұрын

You're either bad at proofreading, or a lier, and I'm biased toward the latter; because there's no such thing as a .357 auto. Oh, and Glocks have a very weird, even unnatural, grip angle. I REALLY hate when people claim US military service when they didn't. I despise "stolen valor."

@truthholder9263 2 жыл бұрын

Jeees Ken relax. Go easy on the guy. 😃

@Satsui_No_Hado 2 жыл бұрын

@@kennethcook9406 You sound like you hang out in men's rest areas and you and your bear friends with military experience play hide the Hot dog together I'm sure the guy has military experience perhaps you have no valor yourself

@kennethcook9406 2 жыл бұрын

@@Satsui_No_Hado 7 years in the Army National Guard, Squad Leader, Section Sergeant, Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Reserve medal with an "M" for being mobilised, Global War on Terrorism service medal, distinguished Honor Graduate from AIT at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland; and service ribbons from Colorado AND Louisiana (fires and hurricane Katrina, respectively) all disagree with you, and clearly say that you are an idiot who doesn't know jack s#!t.

@tomn5880 5 жыл бұрын

With any firearm, go to the big box gun stores and fondle every pistol. Go to KZfaq and enter the brand and model in the search window then add "problems" and you'll get pages of people that have had problems with that pistol. (example. Sig P320 problems) or (S&W M&P 9c problems) A pistol that has been in production for several years or longer will have a reputation, either for reliability or malfunctions.

@charliepugh9436 3 жыл бұрын

I decided on the 320p as my 1st gun and came across your video. I was impressed with your recommendation and sealed the deal for me. Thanks

@wenger999 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought a Taurus G3 for my first gun this year. I like it. Needed an upgrade to the sights but all in all, it's a great 1st pistol.

@tomn5880 5 жыл бұрын

I really liked your video. I am a firearms instructor. I bring 20 or so pistols to a class for students to fondle. Part of my lesson plan covers the first pistol purchase. I teach that how the pistol feels in your hand is the paramount consideration. How one is going to use the firearm is the second. A brand name with a reputation of reliability would be the third. One does not want to carry a 40 pound pistol for concealment so weight vs use is a consideration. I also advocate buying American made pistols, not that foreign made pistols are bad, I just think it's better to support our economy than some other country's. I personally carry either a S&W M&P 9 mm M 2.0 or a S&W M&P 9c (9 mm) or a S&W M&P Shield 380 EZ or the S&W 380 Bodyguard. I use a technique called snap shoot rather than aligning the sights. In a deadly force scenario one doesn't have time to aim, just bring the pistol up, cover the center mass of the attacker with the silhouette of the pistol and pull the trigger.

@sluggonotnancy6178 2 жыл бұрын

Snap shoot is good.

@tomn5880 2 жыл бұрын

@@tomb2315 That's cute

@dennisleighton2812 2 жыл бұрын

Except that your Military doesn't seem to share your sensitivity! The vast majority of all machine guns in their inventory are foreign designed or made, or licenced out for production. I refer of course to FN Herstal. Please consider showing your students the Five seveN and letting them shoot with it. It is absolutely ideal for a first gun student. See my reply above for more details.

@shirleypolo6272 2 жыл бұрын

the snap shoot sounds logical ! I have an M&P Shield .380 . Being 68, female with small hands it is my first gun. I love it. Looking at Ruger lcp max .380 for another cc.

@tomn5880 2 жыл бұрын

@@shirleypolo6272 good choice. Also look at Sig P365X

@Nelbone 5 жыл бұрын

For first time shooters with little or no experience I’d recommend something with an actual safety lever/de-cocker (if it’s not a striker fire).

@Reaper-oe4rx 4 жыл бұрын

My first gun was the ruger sr9. So far it's been really reliable and has some good safety features that I like. It helped with my confidence in handling the pistol

@jeffk1212 4 жыл бұрын

we love our sr9

@maryellenbashaw8390 4 жыл бұрын

i was thinking of that. I just need to find a gun shop with that model in stock so I can handle it.

@Everythingis22 3 жыл бұрын

Just got my first gun. A Rugger SR9C

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@IceHouse100 2 жыл бұрын

Wo ok

@nicholasbarrett59 4 жыл бұрын

We got a Sig P320 9mm Full size as our first gun. Love the gun shoots accurate for a crap first timer. My wife wanted the Full Size, I wanted the Carry. So guess what within 8 months we bought a P320 9mm Sub Compact, love that too. So now we have 2 trigger chassis so looking at a Carry X kit, already have 4 X 17 rd Mags that will slot straight in.

@Graymanone 8 жыл бұрын

Ruger SR9- Reliable, great grip/trigger and has some safety features that would be beneficial for new shooter. With the money one is going to save the shooter can attend some shooting courses.

@wasamata4u 7 жыл бұрын

My first pistol was a Sig P238 w/viridian laser. I chose it because of its versatility; and with the new Lehigh and Underwood defense ammo, .380 ACP is really a viable option for conceal carry. I also own a CZ 75B. It's a GREAT range pistol and doubles as just as great a home defense weapon. My wife's first pistol is a Sig P320 compact. She loves it so much, she wants to get the other three sizes as well. The best advice that I can give someone is to try (rent or borrow) as many pistols that you can, find out which ones you like and don't like, then buy the best pistol that you can afford. That way you won't be dissatisfied.

@jakegarandm1 3 жыл бұрын

Just picked up a Taurus G2C for 239.00, went through 100 rounds right out of the box with no malfunctions, hitting the bullseye at 25 yards with ease

@TheDroc1990 5 жыл бұрын

My first handgun was a HiPoint JHP .45 I am glad actually that my first gun was a full size .45. Grip essentials and recoil management being learned on a larger harder hitting gun translated into handling a subcompact 9mm quite well for concealed carry. I got a SCCY CPX2 for my CCW and then bought my first Glock - a Glock 22. I have decided to invest into a 17/22 platform as my primary system. It fits a great number of scenarios. I plan on upgrading my concealed carry pistol to probably Gen 5 Glock 19. I bought my first gun, savage .22, last may and now have 4 guns and have been shooting pretty constantly for almost a year. Glad I got into guns. I want to maybe start thinking about shooting IDPA.

@saltyassassin 7 жыл бұрын

My opinion, a Springfield Armory XD should have been on that table. One of my first handguns was a XD 45 ACP Compact. With an X tended mag, it becomes a full size. Plus price point, one of the most affordable. Dual safety (grip and trigger) makes it a great first choice

@jerryclay7417 4 жыл бұрын

My first gun was the canik TP9 elite SC and right out of the box It was a great gun to shoot at the range very accurate durable And reliable!

@wesleyshafer6310 4 жыл бұрын

My first pistol is a smith and wesson sd9ve it's similar to size and build of glock 17. But cost roughly $250-300 and has been reliable even running the cheepest ammo I could find. Great first gun

@shokknawe 4 жыл бұрын

My dad a first time hand gun purchaser I recommended the Taurus g2c . Safe reliable 13 round capacity and a very nice price point for entry.

@maryellenbashaw8390 4 жыл бұрын

I was also looking at a Taurus g3 I just need to find one to handle.

@TheRealZJE313 3 жыл бұрын

Hell no.the Taurus 1911 is the best.and it has the best trigger pull of any handgun

@yt_life1610 8 жыл бұрын

I would always recommend the new shooter/first time gun owner, to purchase a first gun that has a manual safety. Every new shooter I've seen always struggle to keep their finger out of the trigger guard when starting out. That will always be my first bit of advice and in my opinion, the most important. Have great fun shooting and stay safe.

@Ghost32567 5 жыл бұрын

I Would have to disagree.. If a shooter isn't dumb, he will keep his finger off the trigger unless he is ready to shoot. I know that from my own experience

@killshot5684 5 жыл бұрын

Wrong. My first gun was a glock. It's common sence. I not dumb so I didnt need a safety. If someone cant do that well they shouont have a fucken gun.

@maliksmith7074 4 жыл бұрын

Even if you have a safety your finger shouldn’t be in the trigger guard unless you’re going to pull the trigger.

@CG_86 4 жыл бұрын

I'm a first time gun owner and I know not to put my finger on the trigger until you're ready to shoot. I however grew up around guns and had prior experience and training before buying mine.

@BootCampSport 5 жыл бұрын

thanks for the insights. great all around vid as well💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

@ronalston3454 3 жыл бұрын

My 1st gun was a water gun out of dollar General and it hit dead on target right out the pack

@robertblaney5033 2 жыл бұрын

Mine was a Red Ryder, carbine action, 200-shot, range model air rifle, with a compass in the stock & this thing that tells time. P.S. I ended up shooting my eye out 😜

@jahrules8674 2 жыл бұрын

"Dual shot" ....not 200 shot....lol

@dustin9258 8 жыл бұрын

Doesn't like the glock 19 because you "have" to purchase upgrades. Likes the sig because you can upgrade it 😂

@Presence_o_Mind 5 жыл бұрын

Um...because you can change it into a whole new gun, different calibur and all? Can't do that with the Glock 19. You can only add a few bells and whistles. I'd say that's a bit more than just paying for an upgrade.

@Nelbone 5 жыл бұрын

People try to justify the sig because of the cross compatibility but after a new grip, slide, magazines, ammo, and barrel you’ve spent more than what most edc pistols cost. All because you don’t want another background check? So dumb to use that as a pitch for first time buyers that probably don’t want to break the bank.

@masonlee5453 5 жыл бұрын

I agree with Matt, the whole Sig system was awesome until we saw the conversion kit price tags. As for the Glock, they make everything for that platform so it arguably even more versatile than a sig. Again the question is about worth the money.

@iprofox3758 5 жыл бұрын

@@masonlee5453 so what should my first gun be! Im going to an expo tomorrow. I'm gonna buy one of tue proce is right. I want ammo to be easy to find and cheap. Need to be reliable. Shot a 45 before it was the first gun I shot a lot of recoil. I was thinking a 40 its cheap and more powerful than the 9

@stew1350 5 жыл бұрын

@@iprofox3758 get a Glock 19.

@brianmarsh6592 3 жыл бұрын

Good advice I have heard is for the first time owner to hold some of the pistols to make sure it feels good in the hand and the sights are easy to acquire. I help as a volunteer salesman in a friend’s gun shop. I do my best to make sure a new shooter doesn’t get a very light pistol. If the recoil is to much, the person will not practice and will be very inaccurate due to trigger flinch. I taught my daughter to shoot with a S&W 686+ in .357 magnum but had her shoot.38 spl wad cutters. She know owns the gun and has it loaded with.357s. Secondly I never recommend a pistol with to many manually engaged safeties. A Springfield XD is great with its passive trigger and grip safeties. A “K” Frame S&W .38 spl with 4” barrel is also a great gun to learn to shoot, very straight forward

@DukeStreetBill 4 жыл бұрын

It's been a long time (decades), but my first two were Sigs: 225 and 226 (both 9mm). The former required more control; the latter, comparatively, felt much smoother. Easy to maintain, rugged, and, because I got used to them, I really didn't want to get into that "need the next model/brand" cycle. At the range, FMJ; for defense, Hydrashocks-not only for their impact, but because they're not likely to go through walls and hit a neighbor. It's not a matter for recommendation; it's about what works for me. But then, I'm driving a 32-year-old car that I bought new (if it ain't broke....)

@PALLAS7172 4 жыл бұрын

M&P 2.0 9mm S&W is my recommendation as a first for range and CC. Also have the Barreta 92 fs 9mm parabellum as Home defense since its awkward for conceal carry. -- just added the Glock 48.. for CC for the wife.. perfect weight and size for the ladies

@jonathanbrown9136 4 жыл бұрын

CZ 75 9 mm, the G2 Taurus if you're looking to save low recoil nice median for hand size difference accurate less than $300 new...

@tonyrogo227 3 жыл бұрын

For a first gun ?!?!?..... Horrible advice

@bryanbennett1560 3 жыл бұрын

Not so much of a horrible idea. The Taurus G2c is low recoil due to it being heavy. I would definitely recommend it for a first time shooter.

@Zailen1 6 жыл бұрын

Im a relatively new shooter. My first handgun was a Rock Island Armory 1911 GI model. Full size. It's fun. Easy to shoot, the weight is actually reasurring to me, and I like the safety features because they make me personally feel safer myself, but arent a hinderence for use for me whatsoever. It fires straight, it's easy to clean, and its very durable. I also like the full size grip. I know a lot of folks say that it's time has past, but for THIS shooter, it works too well for me NOT to have.

@mrb2162 3 жыл бұрын

Well to each his or her own. I have found that I am very fond of my EDC. I have a S.W. M&P9 2.0. w/ Xtech +2s. Williams fiber optic sights, and a TLR6. Alien Gear OWB Cloak Holster. Super comfy, easy to shoot. This is just my opinion but you have to find out what you like because if it doesn't feel good and click off all your particular boxes, you wont carry. Then, whats the point. As a home defense my EDC is good too but I like the Canik TP9SFX (drool)

@barrystarr22 3 жыл бұрын

Great pick on favorite as I am a big Sig fan as well, both of my most accurate pistols are Sigs. The P320C and the P365RomeoZero. My favorite carry is awesome as well. The easiest to shoot is the 320 but the Romeo Zero is right up there with it.

@barrystarr22 5 жыл бұрын

Tks for. another great video with awesome info and just wanna say I'm sort of new to the CC world and I have been lookin at the Sig P320 what a coincidence I am a believer in Sigs they are quality machines.

@DJ7223 2 жыл бұрын

For me as a first time buyer, I got the Sig P320C and I absolutely love it. It's fantastic

@thomaswright5129 2 жыл бұрын

Same here.. I was looking at a budget of $1k

@SusanSloate 3 жыл бұрын

First gun was an S&W revolver I had trouble shooting... double action, 11-pound trigger, no wonder! Just got my 2nd, the M&P Shield EZ. What a difference! 5-pound trigger, heavier gun with longer barrel=far less recoil. I hardly notice it! My aim is significantly better with the Shield, and I can shoot for a long time without getting tired. Recently I tried the revolver again at the range... exhausted after firing 3 rounds! I emptied the cylinder, but then I was done for the day. Love my Shield; that'll be my go-to for a long time!

@SuperMooky69 3 жыл бұрын

H&K Usp45 compact was the best choice I made for my first gun! Just picked up a P320 about to have fun customizing.

@mr.b2960 3 жыл бұрын

Just got my first handgun. Went with the Taurus G2C 9mm. Lots of great reviews on it. I have huge hands and was surprised that the grip fits pretty comfortably. Ammo right now is hard to come by and most cases double the price because of the shortage. So, can’t afford to go out and shoot up a boxy get a feel for her yet. As for what I have tested, it’s decent. Not a super high quality gun like some of my family has, but it seems to get the job done for personal/home protection.

@mdrayepits4pets320 2 жыл бұрын

The taurus pt111 g2 is my 1st gun I ever owned and I absolutely love this gun.great for home protection,good kick on her..I would definitely recommend this firearm to anyone

@korazy 3 жыл бұрын

My first gun is a Smith and Wesson SD9VE. It sure has a lot of kick to it. The first time I shot it, I was shock. After 2 or 3 rounds, I have gotten used to it. I am buying a Taurus g2c for concealing purpose. I cant wait to try it at a range.

@dennisleighton2812 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah Kimag, my experience as well. I've owned both a Star 9mm, and a Browning Hi Power, and they both kicked like a mule. Much more than my .357 Magnum revolver! If I may offer a suggestion: The FN Five seveN 5,7mm pistol is much easier to shoot, has less recoil and is very accurate, while being more effective than a 9mm (verified fact). See my reply above for more details.

@jonlaye2537 3 жыл бұрын

We went with the Baretta 92x Compact. The metal frame added some weight and made for a very smooth shooting weapon.

@shawnbeck2303 5 жыл бұрын

My first gun was a Sig 239 in 9mm! 8 shot tank weapon easy to clean and take down. Just a bit to heavy to carry every day. Never jammed either! Put all kinds of ammo threw it! $ 525.00 in 1995. When Bill Clinton wanted 10 shot mags. Wanted the Sig .357. Didn't come out till the next year. Now that's a great round. Shawn

@Zoco101 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this sincere effort to help 1st time gun owners. I like your natural friendly approach, but I feel that the presentation could do with better structuring. Jumping from model to model, often without mentioning who makes that model, is downright confusing, even for me (and I've done extensive study of the handgun market) so how must it be for viewers who are complete newbies? Maybe this should have been a mini series - say three or four videos.

@allendeanbenge1940 4 жыл бұрын

I liked your comments on the Sig P320 in your video of first guns. I just bought a P365XL and dearly love it. I may be prejudiced, but I detest the Glock. I bought one years ago and couldn't wait to get rid of it. My 365XL has no external safety, I don't like 'em. I like the 12 + 1 capacity and the way it shoots. I recommend new shooters at least try a Sig, most offer optional safeties. I saw some law enforcement from another country being trained here in Arizona, and theey were trained with Sig 226 pistols. I have admired them since.

@uno4606 4 жыл бұрын

I have a Glock 45, Glock 19, Glock 43. Just purchased a Springfield XD Subcompact 9mm it amazes me the finishing and the quality put into it for being $360. Right away on pointing shots, added a extended magazine and grip size.

@thebusterdog6358 4 жыл бұрын

Besides rifles which I started shooting at 11 years old with my Dad. I started shooting and carrying a 45acp 1911 at 19 years old in the Military. And although I own and shoot several different calibers today, I still prefer and carry a Compact or Commander size SAO 1911 in 45acp. Almost 50 years later I still haven't lost interest in that caliber. Subbed and liked.

@andreww1212 8 жыл бұрын

I bought the Glock 19 for my first handgun. It's great. Simple, plenty of accessories, plenty of support, reliable, not too heavy and it's easy to use. Also, the price was right as well. Not too cheap but not too expensive. I definitely want to upgrade the sights and trigger.

@Hegshot87 8 жыл бұрын

Great 1st gun man

@raskaboi 7 жыл бұрын

I think the sig sp2022 is a good first gun. Relatively inexpensive, a little larger so the recoil isn't an issue. And for $500 you do get a lot of features.

@treydaypnw 2 жыл бұрын

Man as knowledgeable and as Good as your content is, I'm surprised you don't have half a million Subs! Great vids! Thanks! 💪

@REBELSCL 4 жыл бұрын

Years ago (when I really didn’t know what I was doing) my first gun was a full size Sig P220 45. What I’d recommend now is z Sig P320 XCompact.. Excellent gun with a more manageable grip size...

@REBELSCL 4 жыл бұрын

mrx736able Sorry, I’ve got not familiarity with Beretta’s.

@Nmbr0 5 жыл бұрын

my first pistol was a Springfield XDM 40 cal. It was an excellent carry pistol to get me trained with pistols. However, being a skinny guy, it printed like crazy on me, so I ended up getting an M&P Shield 9mm.

@mmalave71 8 жыл бұрын

I'm a fan of the XDM for range and home defense. 19+1 capacity in 9mm. Easy shooter, cleaning and accurate. Too big for carry though.

@allanserle325 6 жыл бұрын

Mark Malave. Hi Mark I just purchased a xdm3.8 9mm it's pretty good I traded my s&w 9mm.

@billclinexotics6638 3 жыл бұрын

@jesse-45cal-WCM 3 жыл бұрын

My first gun is a Stoeger ST9. Love it for the weight, holds 13×1, has front rail.

@jayfromva1728 4 жыл бұрын

Tried several sub compact guns and the glock 23 is by far the best.. you get a 40 cal 13 round stopping power and very comfortable. All guns you showed are great but my personal favorite is definitely the G 23

@DavidisNice 4 жыл бұрын

Went in four years ago thinking I was going to walk out with a Glock, instead I ended up walking out with a Springfield XD 9MM subcompact. Great out of the box trigger, same Glock reliability, and good accuracy. Just a little heavy when trying to conceal carry it, starts pulling my pants down. I do not regret it, all my friends end up liking it after trying it at the range.

@fkraft92 4 жыл бұрын

My first gun was a gen5 glock 19. I would highly recommend this gun for any new shooter. It's just so easy. Easy to take down and clean, easy to put back together, easy to load, easy to shoot, easy to upgrade if you choose, easy to find accessories for, etc. Just everything about my experience with the gen5 glock 19 has been easy

@NotaVampyre111 2 жыл бұрын

This was my first gun as well. I was pretty ignorant but fortunate enough to get the right gun for me.

@Glad2BGolden 5 жыл бұрын

First handgun is a Springfield XD Mod. Shot some Glock, recently the x43. Sticking with my Springfield. Took my niece and nephew to the range. We rented a few Glocks. Both chose my Springfield as one they wanted for themselves. My advice; go to several gun shops and hold various models. Make note of the ones that fit your hand the best and go rent them at the gun range.

@jonsommer7850 4 жыл бұрын

my first weapon WAS a sig 320, i built them for the company know how to take them apart piece by piece and all together just an amazing gun, if someone i know who is asking about guns i always always recommend a sig P320 i owned one and a p250 along with an SP2022 and will tell people to go with a 320 all day

@lordkrythic6246 5 жыл бұрын

I bought a Glock 19 for my first gun, and I can't recommend it enough. I've already put about 100 rounds through it, and it only had about 3 failure to feeds, but after 50 rounds I didn't experience another one. Once you get that spring broken in, the thing runs like a work of art.

@enjamessimpson 4 жыл бұрын

I've shot about 500 rounds through my Sig 229 and not once has it malfunctioned.

@flipper0417 4 жыл бұрын

I bought three HK VP9 and never once had a malfunction, double feed or any other issues. I love HK and that's all I will buy... even after carrying a glock for 14 years for my job, I will never buy a glock for my personal use

@lilsaint91 4 жыл бұрын

Jokes on you guys, I had my made-in-China watergun and achieved 5000 succesful squirts on it and not once had water failed to shoot out.

@lordkrythic6246 4 жыл бұрын

@@lilsaint91 Found the hoplophobe.

@nelzelpher2088 4 жыл бұрын

@@enjamessimpson how much is the Sig 229?

@andrewdamore2571 3 жыл бұрын

Bought my first gun a few months ago, luckily ive been able to try several pistols but I ended up buying a PPQ 9mm. Feels fantastic, tho the VP9 was tempting too

@jeffcolwell8459 3 жыл бұрын

Have the heritage rough rider and the Ruger. Wrangler like them both try them soon when the weather gets a little nicer out

@ccwnoob4393 4 жыл бұрын

My first was the Phoenix Arms HP22a ... absolutely the BEST learner tool and still a lot of fun.

@omigod420 Жыл бұрын

for my first gun i purchased a Sig Sauer P365 w/safety. Compact gun, feels good in my hand when shooting it. I bought the magazine extension for more rounds and surprisingly enough feels much better to hold. The other magazines that hold 8-10 rds is too small leaving my pinky finger just slightly off the end. Overall, its a good gun to carry especially concealed.

@tracybeckett4107 7 жыл бұрын

My recommended first gun would be ANY of those shown. I live in the U.K. and handguns are forbidden since 1997(unless you are a criminal, plenty to go around then). That sucks big time. Never take your right to own a gun for granted, we don't have your wonderful people's constitution, that's how Blair's criminal labour government (same brand as your Democrats) took ours away.

@joshcooper7 7 жыл бұрын

we need to get them back

@Durteeharry78 7 жыл бұрын

Tracy Beckett move to the states like I did then you can buy as many as you want :)

@Durteeharry78 7 жыл бұрын

footymad mad yeah man love it. Don't get me wrong I love England and proud of it but I've achieved more here in 8 years than I did there for 30. Could just be me tho..

@Durteeharry78 7 жыл бұрын

footymad mad I actually earn less here but my money goes a long way! House, cars and big boy toys all paid for

@williampowell8083 7 жыл бұрын

so here in the states, i can go to my local store, buy guns and ammo, pass a background check, and i'm out the door. it is great to live in a free country!! (unless you live in California).

@marion907 3 жыл бұрын

EDP chat logs 🙋🏾‍♂️

@e_jed9823 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah that's why Im here

@laragreene8328 3 жыл бұрын

The first gun I ever shot was a S&W 38 Special.....I loved it and not happy with anything else. Telling people what gun to get is kind of like telling them what kind of car to buy. People are going to get what they love. The best advice anyone could give is how to find different guns to try out. I just lucked up on finding mine!!! I went to a gun range for shooting lessons and after getting all the shots in the head and heart on my first try with the gun they handed me,I knew it was a keeper 💖😉

@CRAZYCOLE20 3 жыл бұрын

LOL right after I saw how easy it was to flip grip sizes I ordered a full size for my compact variant of the p320. Thanks!

@kevinwise1997 6 жыл бұрын

M&p 2.0 compact in .40! Damn good caliber in a damn good frame!

@youtubevleisureaccount545 4 жыл бұрын

That moment when you get recommended this video as a german. I love it. Bless 'murica.

@SeamHead33 4 жыл бұрын

Knightwalker The Second Bless Germany. you gonna fight to save it? or you gonna let it be overtaken by the hordes of human filth?

@youtubevleisureaccount545 4 жыл бұрын

@@SeamHead33 i dont know what you mean with fight. But id love to have some more chill gun laws for sure...

@youtubevleisureaccount545 4 жыл бұрын

@venom snake it will 100% change nothing. The gov is stubborn about the gun laws

@daraclancy2875 4 жыл бұрын

venom snake with America as a case study, nearly every eu country will never allow guns

@daraclancy2875 4 жыл бұрын

SeamHead33 ???

@taranehderakshan4830 4 жыл бұрын

I got the Smith and Wesson 380 EZ as my first gun and first conceal carry. I recommend going to the range and shooting several to test out what is best for YOU!

@carlcolvin8320 3 жыл бұрын

My first civilian side arm is the H&K V P 9. It melded right into my hand. Fired course of fire 3,5,7 and 25 yard line. Fired 250 rounds strong hand 3 yard and 5 yard all in 10 ring 7 yard 10 in the 10 ring 5 in the 9 ring 25 yard all in the 9 and 10 ring. Fired weak hand was surprised at how tight the shot group was at the 3,5 and 7 yard line. Line Safety Officer was right behind me watching me. I told him that is best shot group that I ever fired weak hand in 20 years.

@richgee3784 7 жыл бұрын

First gun Taurus pt111 g2 9mm because it works and is cheaper than anything you had on the table. After they learn on it they have a better idea of where to spend the big money on moving up.

@kevinhosea85 7 жыл бұрын

Rich Gee I am planning to own one of these in the next few months

@sigmundreed6561 8 жыл бұрын

My first gun was a Ruger P89. What a sweet, easy to shoot and accurate gun.

@lastmanstanding7348 7 жыл бұрын

ruger = reliable. not the prettiest but they shoot every pull.

@HonduDan 5 жыл бұрын

My first was a Walther P99 AS. Yep, it's a bit more complicated than some pistols, but i fell in love with it the second it hit my hand. I've let a bunch of first time shooters shoot the P99 for their first time shooting and after a little time with the trigger, they love it and several have purchased it for their first. My point being, go out, fondle and shoot as many as you can, and get what feels good to you. The super popular pistols that everyone tries to sell you may not be as good as something you've heard very little about. Try them all, then make a choice.

@Denise-wj4yy 2 жыл бұрын

This is a great video I wi be a first time gun owner for home defense and I was worried about the recoil..I used a 45 and hated it I need something smaller..thanks for sharing

@raybragg272 5 жыл бұрын

One thing a couple of friends (4 in all) and I did begore buying our first gun (not first time shooters) was to go to a range that rents guns. We each bought 2 boxes of ammo and a 4 different guns. We then went out and shot half a box through each platform, for comparison. The results: each person liked a different gun. The largest of the group liked the Glock. I have slightly smaller hands than him and liked the Smith. Anyway, my best advice: go try several different guns, especially if you can go rent them. The best gun is one that feels best to you, which lends it to being the one you can shoot most proficiently (and the one you're more likely to practice with).

@90salvarez 4 жыл бұрын

Before watching the video my first gun is a G19 gen 3 and just ordered my second hand gun CZ P-01 😎

@96stealth 5 жыл бұрын

My opinion is any double stack sub-compact. Small enough to conceal comfortably and has mag extensions for capacity. Choice of gun can be hard. Rent whatever you can at a range or find a friend or friends that have lots of guns and shoot theirs. Good vid!

@nuancolar7304 4 жыл бұрын

H&K VP9 Sk...great option to add to this mix...and if you like full size, check out the VP9 standard.

@ckissner 3 жыл бұрын

I’d love an updated video on this subject! New LTC gal here...trying to learn all I can about guns and which to buy for my family.

@kevinwoodrum9354 3 жыл бұрын

S&W M&P 2.0 Compact 9MM, M&P 2.0 Shield in 45, Sig p320 compact. Walther ppq m2 "All phenomenal guns"

@ckissner 3 жыл бұрын

@@kevinwoodrum9354 Thanks! Super helpful scoop! :)

@kevinwoodrum9354 3 жыл бұрын

I have a M&P 2.0 compact 4.0 inchl in the CORE model "optics ready" with the suppressor sights and I love it

@Jumpstreet_ 5 жыл бұрын

CZ 75 P07 / P10C are both great guns for first time shooters. Perfect for home defense, etc...

@TheMattJacks 4 жыл бұрын

I say pt111 gen 2 Taurus Millenium. Or a CZ. I oiled my slide yesterday and ran about 400 rounds through mine in about 30 minutes. Not 1 failure of any kind. Lightweight. Accurate. Cheap ($250-$300).

@ericwofford1896 Жыл бұрын

My first handgun was actually a snub nose revolver. Charter Arms Off Duty .38 special. I liked the simplicity of it and have never had a problem with it in all the years I've owned it.

@MegaGeneral23 4 жыл бұрын

if it is really your FIRST gun, i think you should get a revolver because they are easier to shoot, don't jam, easier to clean, no breakdown for cleaning, etc. Once you have mastered the revolver, then go on to the pistol.

@veg1run 4 жыл бұрын

Well spoken !

@richardreichow1969 4 жыл бұрын

@@veg1run I second that !

@marytibbetts478 4 жыл бұрын

Make sure that you have the strength to rack the slide & pull the trigger...some are tough for smaller or weaker hands.

@perniciouspete4986 2 жыл бұрын

It's flat-out stupid and dangerous to yourself and others to get a striker fired pistol as your first. Practice handling and firing a non-striker fired pistol, then--if you must--buy a striker fired pistol. You'll get fewer negligent and accidental discharges that way.

@ronaldgerhold5215 6 жыл бұрын

I have a P320 compact and a subcompact frame to. For a first gun for the lady's a Bersa thunder 380. For the men Bersa thunder ultra compact 9mm, 40, or 45acp They are inexpensive well made and are very easy to shoot.

@ronaldgerhold5215 6 жыл бұрын

Plus the thunder 45 looks like a sig Sauer. The thunder 380 looks like a ppk 007's gun

@dupreymartin1 5 жыл бұрын

2:40 into this vid and yes I agree fundamentals I’m looking a berettaPx storm D/A

@dilldowschwagginz2674 4 жыл бұрын

Taurus G2 is the perfect first gun for anyone. Cheap, reliable and easy to use and clean. They can pick up a P320 or P10c later on after they're comfortable with pistol basics. Alot of folks have asked me what to buy for their first piece and say G2 without hesitation. Hell, I still carry one from time to time. Great gun for the money

@kyleschepitan2384 4 жыл бұрын

Buying a colt .45 gold cup from my step father , good gun overall to have as a first? I see in the video a 45 isnt really recommended for a first , but the gun carry's some sentimental values

@isaiasroman5631 4 жыл бұрын

Like he said just make sure you get some training or shoot it and just learn with it

@CoD_Maj3st1k 4 жыл бұрын

My dad just passed down his colt commander 45 to me. Stainless steel with a white pearl grip.

@OfficialDlonem 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks I didnt see this on my back to school shopping list so it's good to find the best one!

@dfailsthemost 4 жыл бұрын

Good info. I've been looking at the p320 for a long time.

@teebirderv8 5 жыл бұрын

Learned on a Beretta m9 in the service as far as shooting pistols. When I finally had my own, it was a P226. Real treat and easy to shoot. I wasn't a total newb but it was still really easy to shoot.

@divindave6117 3 жыл бұрын

Some great first handguns 9mm - Glock 19 and you dont have to buy anything. CZ P 01, Walther Creed, Baretta APX, S&W Shield, lots more but those would be my picks, and not in any certain order. All are them are pretty much awesome.

@officialginowhite 4 жыл бұрын

Taurus G2C and G3 both double stack mags. I love those guns.

@cosmicbutterfly3422 Жыл бұрын

My first and only gun for home defense in CZ 75 SP-01. Gun is a dream come true for me.

@bariwambach4947 4 жыл бұрын

For the budget minded first time gun buyer, I purchased the Ruger Security -9 and it is a very easy to handle, accurate, reliable 9mm. The trigger is not a bad design and the pistol comes with 2 magazines as well. Try it and I believe you will agree.