Home Defense Handgun

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TheGermanGuy

Discussion Starter · Apr 2, 2003

I am currently looking to buy my first handgun. It's purpose would be to defend my home from intruders. It should have enough knock down power for that reason, but I also want my wife to be able to use it. If that's a factor.

Neither one of us have any experience with handguns. I grew up in Germany, where the only guns you're allowed to have... are pellet guns. So once we purchase this gun, I would like to take some sort of class with my wife, to really know what we're doing. Wonder if there is a class for home defense out there!?

Another factor is that my budget is rather small right now, since the economy in CA is still bottoming out. Which is another reason to get some sort of home defense. You never know when one of those crack heads decides that there's gotta be something of value in your house...

Any suggestions on what to buy? I'm looking forward to your responses!!

TheGermanGuy :sniper:

God bless America!!

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Chris M

· #8 · Apr 3, 2003

Like the germanguy, I too am looking for my 1st handgun. I see that you guys are recommending a .40/.45 gun. How anout 9mm?

Chris M

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Chris M

· #12 · Apr 3, 2003

Thanks,

I looked at a springfields armories XD-9 today along with a Sig 226 and a Glock. I know the Sig is pretty well rated, but is $150 more than the Springfield. Anyone know about the Springfield as far as accuracy and reliability?

Thanks

Chris M :usa:

Semper Fi

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