Dan O
Well-known member
I spent a number of years as a LEO firearms instructor. What I have seen with folks is at first they are gung ho to shoot and learn. Then they are to busy to practice and think they got it. These reasons I believe a small revolver WITH A LAZER GRIP is the best option out there. A 38 special with light loads is a good start. Learn how to do reloads in the dark or low light conditions to build confidence. Make practice fun and not to many rounds are needed to stay proficient once the person learns the basics.
A semi auto is a good choice for the person that knows how to handle a pistol. Knows how to identify a malfunction, knows how to clear it under adverse conditions. Knows how to clear a stovepipe jam, a misfire, a failure to feed. Has a strong wrist so as to not cause a fail to eject. The list goes on and on but you get my drift. Start with a revolver and learn it and then go from there.
Dan
A semi auto is a good choice for the person that knows how to handle a pistol. Knows how to identify a malfunction, knows how to clear it under adverse conditions. Knows how to clear a stovepipe jam, a misfire, a failure to feed. Has a strong wrist so as to not cause a fail to eject. The list goes on and on but you get my drift. Start with a revolver and learn it and then go from there.
Dan