Self defense pistol recommendations.

[Johnny Bravo]

Just find some 1cm guns to shoot, pick the one that fits best or that you can change the grips on to suit you and boom, bobs your uncle.

 

[Potsie]

You guys mounting optics on a handgun need to really do your homework on screws, loctite, and torque values.

Silver paint pen and 17 ugga-dugga for me. So far so good.

 

[Jbotto]

3/4 turn past finger tight bro

A quarter turn before it breaks or strips.

 

[Point Creep]

@Point Creep, why would you go with the 43/43X over the 17 for a truck gun?

Because it’s tiny and sometimes I put it inside my belt. The other one I have is actually a 19.

 

[Jnasa]

I personally like the simplicity of a double action revolver. I like 357 for versatility. Generally use 38 special +p for if in town or heavy bear loads when out hunting. I think a revolver is easier to learn the function of.

Nothing wrong with a semi auto. Based on what you want it for I'd probably stick with a 9mm. Plenty of ammo options and easier to learn on and have control of. A 10mm would be overkill for your daily needs.

I'd suggest looking up shooting ranges near you. Some will have ones you can rent to fire. Generally you have to buy the ammo from them. Good to handle and see how it feels in your hand.

 

[MaddH]

You guys mounting optics on a handgun need to really do your homework on screws, loctite, and torque values.

My problem with the Sig was the screw heads were rounded off right from the factory and unable to remove. Nice quality control

 

[Point Creep]

Better buy a few of them now - you won’t be able to get them pretty soon.

 

[noharleyyet]

Force multiplied...batter up double 00/1 oz rifled slug alternated & stream-lit Mossy A500

https://flic.kr/p/2k3H11H

 

[jimh406]

Interesting to go from something just in case, to full on weapons. I'm not opposed, but that's a whole different level.

 

[noharleyyet]

Interesting to go from something just in case, to full on weapons. I'm not opposed, but that's a whole different level.

Yes, the OP mentioned that he currently has a shotgun for castle keep...

What firearms do you have at home for self defense?

Shotguns

 

[Point Creep]

Interesting to go from something just in case, to full on weapons. I'm not opposed, but that's a whole different level.

Those are also “just in case”.

I like and approve.

 

[Bigjay73]

Handgun model final boss

 

[MTLabrador]

I wonder how many folks contributing to this thread have actually killed or tried to kill a living creature weighing over 150 lbs. with a 9mm under any circumstances…

Lots for me with both the 9mm 124 Gold Dots and .40 165 Gold Dots. Can’t tell a lick of difference between the two. Again, elk, deer, bears…