THEArmchairQB Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 I was mugged at gun point about a month ago and I have decided to get my concealed carry permit and a pistol. I have used firearms from time to time since I was a kid, but I've never owned my own. I know I want something compact that I can carry fully concealed. I don't want to spend a fortune, but I am willing to spend somewhere between 3 and 4 hundred dollars. To the gun toters, what do you suggest? I'm going to Greentop on Wednesday to buy it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The 12th Commandment Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 You're not going to get anything real good as far as a carry gun for that kind of money. I'd look at 38 special revolver maybe. There is one S&W import that is a carry automatic in 9mm or .40 S&W with a synthetic frame that would be in that range. Not sure about how good it is though. MSF will come around here shortly and tell all you'll want to know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GibbsFactor Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 Mac 11 with a hell fire trigger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOF44 Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 I like some of the small .45's. But I would guess most of those would be out of your price range. A .380 of some type would probably be your best bet. Here is one to check out, Tauras makes a decent inexpensive gun. TAURUS PT-145 MILLENIUM PRO .45 ACP BLUED Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sly Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 I don't want to spend a fortune, but I am willing to spend somewhere between 3 and 4 hundred dollars. You're not going to get anything real good as far as a carry gun for that kind of money. Wow. Guns are expensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paredskinsfan Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 the sub compact xd by springfield http://www.handgunsmag.com/featured_handguns/xd_0722/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paredskinsfan Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 I have seen these in the 400.00 price range Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THEArmchairQB Posted March 4, 2008 Author Share Posted March 4, 2008 I like some of the small .45's. But I would guess most of those would be out of your price range. A .380 of some type would probably be your best bet.Here is one to check out, Tauras makes a decent inexpensive gun. TAURUS PT-145 MILLENIUM PRO .45 ACP BLUED I've been looking at the Tauruses. I don't know much about handguns outside of the really good ones being Glocks or Springfields or H&Ks. Are the second or third tier manufacturered weapons as realiable as the top of the line? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paredskinsfan Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 Here is the xd from the R&R website. http://www.rrarms.com/catalog.php?prod=GXD9801HCSP06 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOF44 Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 I've been looking at the Tauruses. I don't know much about handguns outside of the really good ones being Glocks or Springfields or H&Ks.Are the second or third tier manufacturered weapons as realiable as the top of the line? In a word, no. In some cases if you do your homework you can find a good model such as a taurus that can have a great gun in their line. But as a rule you get what you pay for. There are really 2 issues, accuracy and propensity to jam. You have to reasearch the gun you want in regards to both. Most inexpensive guns are somewhat less accurate and the trigger pulls are much rougher than more expensive guns. Jamming if you do your research can be caused by even a certain brand of ammo. If you do plan on getting a gun you need to invest the time researching the pistol you want. Or ask MSF. :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoSkins561 Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 Ruger .40 cal, for home protection just get a 12 guage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THEArmchairQB Posted March 4, 2008 Author Share Posted March 4, 2008 In a word, no. In some cases if you do your homework you can find a good model such as a taurus that can have a great gun in their line. But as a rule you get what you pay for. Pretty much what I figured. How many of you have bought used handguns? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOF44 Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 Pretty much what I figured.How many of you have bought used handguns? I don't feel comfortable buying used guns because I am not knowledgeble enough to feel comfortable doing that. I have a freind who is a FFL holder and gunsmith. Been best friends since 10th grade. He just lets me use whatever I want of his. My favorite gun of his is a Dan Wesson .357 revolver that he redid the trigger on and put on a short barrel. I just love that gun. Used to shoot cmpetition with it using .38 paper cutters. Also shot with a Colt Gold Cup that he redid. It was sweet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ingtar Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 Maybe a Ruger P95. I think you can get one for under 300. It isn't great, but it will do what you are looking for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THEArmchairQB Posted March 4, 2008 Author Share Posted March 4, 2008 Maybe a Ruger P95. I think you can get one for under 300. It isn't great, but it will do what you are looking for. I'm sure it will get the job done, but I think I'm going to go for one of the super compact models. Anybody carry or buy a compact recently? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twa Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 Should suffice,reliable and is in your range http://www.ableammo.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=84177 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOF44 Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 Should suffice,reliable and is in your rangehttp://www.ableammo.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=84177 Decent choice, and there is something to be said for revolvers. To shoot semi auto's for protection you need to practice fairly often and know what to do with a jam quickly. Revolvers never jam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heyholetsgogrant Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 I was mugged at gun point about a month ago and I have decided to get my concealed carry permit and a pistol. I have used firearms from time to time since I was a kid, but I've never owned my own. I know I want something compact that I can carry fully concealed. I don't want to spend a fortune, but I am willing to spend somewhere between 3 and 4 hundred dollars.To the gun toters, what do you suggest? I'm going to Greentop on Wednesday to buy it. That would suck if you had to use it...what are the laws in your state for using a legal concealed gun? what of you killed the assailant, what is the law for that in your state (could it be manslaughter)? -Grant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twa Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 Decent choice, and there is something to be said for revolvers. To shoot semi auto's for protection you need to practice fairly often and know what to do with a jam quickly. Revolvers never jam. Yep,as far as concealed carry and strictly personal protection it is gonna be hard to beat....fires nice too. I prefer the Glock or my combat commander to reach out and touch someone ,but not for his situation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THEArmchairQB Posted March 4, 2008 Author Share Posted March 4, 2008 That would suck if you had to use it...what are the laws in your state for using a legal concealed gun? what of you killed the assailant, what is the law for that in your state (could it be manslaughter)? -Grant I was robbed at gunpoint in my driveway. I live in VA so I could have shot and killed him and I doubt there would have been charges pressed. Like my uncle always said, "Better to be judged by twelve then carried by six!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heyholetsgogrant Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 I was robbed at gunpoint in my driveway. I live in VA so I could have shot and killed him and I doubt there would have been charges pressed.Like my uncle always said, "Better to be judged by twelve then carried by six!" That what I was about to say. Its a completely different ballgame when someone breaks into your home and threatens you and your family. Firing a concealed gun in public is a completely different ball of wax (even if its legal for you to carry the gun). BTW that was a good motto -Grant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THEArmchairQB Posted March 4, 2008 Author Share Posted March 4, 2008 What caliber does anybody recommend? I started looking at the 9mm and have looked at guns chambered for either the .40 or the .45. This is for protection so I guess stopping power is something that is important. What is the most important spec in determining 'stopping power'? Is it muzzle velocity or caliber? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOF44 Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 What caliber does anybody recommend? I started looking at the 9mm and have looked at guns chambered for either the .40 or the .45.This is for protection so I guess stopping power is something that is important. What is the most important spec in determining 'stopping power'? Is it muzzle velocity or caliber? It's a combination. To much muzzle velocity and it just goes through cleanly. Thats why I like the .45. It is a realtively slow moving large projectile that imparts all it's energy to the target. It will knock someone back when hit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THEArmchairQB Posted March 4, 2008 Author Share Posted March 4, 2008 ^So the slower 38 special isn't a bad thing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOF44 Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 ^So the slower 38 special isn't a bad thing? Check out this page on stopping power of differnet cartridges. Stopping Power Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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