What made you choose your last handgun??

[Davionmaximus]

My last handgun purchase was my XD45c.
Four main reasons I chose it were:

1) Size

2) Capacity

3) Website made it look really appealing

4) Was not a Glock (wanted to annoy my "If it don't say Glock it ain't worth dirt" friend)

[sm]

I did not choose my last handgun.

I was given a H&R "22 Special" by a husband and wife, that are really close friends.
You see, they remembered I grew up with one of these, and appreciate and respect the sentimental value I have attached to that firearm, as it was a gift from one of my mentors as a kid.

They found one, and totally surprised me with this gift.

Here are some good pictures I found on Internet:
http://www.theshootersbox.com/hr_22special_pictures.htm

Mine is just like the one I was given as a kid.
A 7 shot, and it even has the factory gold plated front sight as mine did.

Yeah it shoots!

[jackstinson]

I collect Ring-Of-Fire pocket pistols and did not have a shiney example of a Raven MP-25.
So my pistol purchase last month was a Raven MP-25.
Before that, I found a Walther PPK/s for a low price and it was on my "to buy in 2009" list.
Before that, I found a Bulgarian Makarov for a reasonable price and it was on my "to buy in 2009" list.
Before that, I found a Radom P-64 for a reasonable price and it was on my "to buy in 2009" list.
Before that, I found an FEG AP-7.65 for a low price and it was on my "to buy in 2009" list.
Dang....I'm falling behind on my 2009 buying.

[SigP229R]

A P6, I had heard so many good things about them and the price was in my range and, I wanted something a bit smaller than my P229R .40 to carry from time to time so I figured since I liked my 229 and as accurate as it was that I couldn't get bit too bad with one of these.

[Sam1911]

For my last handgun, I was looking for a stainless, 4" barreled, S&W, .44 Mag.

I weighed the options very carefully and finally chose a 629.

I think I made the right choice.


;)
-Sam

[CajunBass]

My last handgun was a CZ-82.

I figured being a CZ it was well made, the 9x18 cartridge while not a real powerhouse, would be "good enough" for carry duty, and it's 12 round magazine capacity was shall we say "adequate."

It didn't hurt that it was cheap, and with my C&R they shipped it right to my door.

Good enough reasons for me.

[foghornl]

Last gun purchased was a "50th Year" .357Mag Blackhawk.

Something about the old "Flattop" look really struck my fancy.

[KarenTOC]

Last gun I purchased was an S&W Model 19-3, 4" barrel, that I bought because I needed a K-frame square-butt to fit a set of crimson trace grips I was given for christmas.

[Evnldr]

Good Price
Wanted a .45
Bersa UC45

[JohnBT]

Because I didn't own a 4" blued Python from the '60s.

John

[ArmedBear]

Because I didn't own a Model 10 from the '60s.

Barry:D

[007BondJamesBond007]

Walther PPK/S 1 Size and 4 It wasn't a Glock. The other .380 acp felt cheap. I wanted something with a little weight to it the plastic guns felt like it was made by Mattel.

[jglcolosprgs]

Love at first sight....

CZ2075

Complete impulse buy. Couldn't have worked out better.

[Deanimator]

An ex-NYPD S&W M&P to learn double action shooting.

[Hawk]

Since I stumbled across two yesterday, it's easy to remember for once.

629-4 "Classic". After a long dry spell, older S&W .44 Mags are finally turning up albeit in stainless. The "dash-4" was high on my list as it falls between features I like and features I don't. We'll not bring up the cheesy laser graphics.

And the surprise:

A Lady Derringer in a pink box with original ratty cardboard sleeve. I don't like derringers but always wanted an Elizabeth Saunders product due to the way she conducted herself during the dark times. Kinda like a female Ronnie Barrett while Colt, S&W and Bill Ruger were all doing things some here still haven't gotten past. Getting a new one was a challenge and a board member convinced me propping up the used market did help the manufacturer so it came home with me.

It now sits next to the Bushmaster upper I bought when the Brady's were suing them after the "Beltway sniper" incident and the Remington paraphernalia I bought after they temporarily discharged Zumbo and the crud I've accumulated from JPFO, NRA and GOA - my "political purchase" heap, as it were.

[federalfarmer]

PRICE. I made a list and the first one on the list at the right price that comes up comes home......and the rest of the list may take awhile! Lefties? anyone selling?

[LoneCoon]

Impulse buy. I didn't have a 9mm auto and for $230, the S&W 439 looked like it needed a home.

Since then it's become my favorite hand gun.

[Snarlingiron]

Peer pressure.

[KevininPa]

Traded in two locker queens for a new blued 605 for the wife. She learned how to shoot revolvers when she was 12, and just can't abide by a semi. That snubbie cloverleafed for me at 10-12 yards with .38s, and didn't do bad with .357s. I was absolutely amazed! The only thing I didn't like was the skimpy boot grip. That's been replaced with a Pachmayr Compac. Since it did so well, I ordered a stainless version for myself. Already have a Hogue MonoGrip for that when it arrives. I want to see which grip is better. I could try the one gun with both but that would take away the fun for my wife and I!:)

[Jim PHL]

S+W 6906
Prior to that, the last I got was a 3913. It was one of those guns I always wanted and got one in a trade for something I wasn't shooting very much. I actually did not like the 3913 at first, being so used to the 1911 trigger, but I stuck with it and it has become one of my favorites. Since now I'm 'ok' with a 9mm, I wanted to check out the 6906 as a higher capacity option since they seem to be as well thought of as the single stack.

I really like them both. The 3913 is definitely my favorite of the two but I'm keeping both - at least for now.

[adrenalyn]

C.S.D Its an affliction I suffer. It seems to manifest itself mostly when I am around handguns. (Compulsive Shopping Disorder). I bought a Hk USP.40.......because IT NEEDED ME!

[ArmedBear]

I bought a Hk USP.40.......because IT NEEDED ME!

That sounds more like codependency than CSD.:D

[Kenpo]

My wife actually picked it out for herself, I liked it so much I bought myself one:

CZ - P01

- Wanted DA/SA
- Wanted Decocker
- Wanted steel or alloy, not polymer
- Loved the ergonomics
- Wanted 9mm
- Wanted high accuracy and durability
- They were 350.00 dollars at the time

[Thingster]

Wanted a snub nose .357 or .38 for $400 or less and found my SP101 for less than the no lock 442 I was on my way to buy. And because it wasn't a glock :D .

[CWL]

I wanted it.

No real reason beyond that.

Planning on getting another revolver this month, because I want it, I can afford it. Never went through any internal debate about it.

[searcher451]

My last gun purchase was a Browning Buck Mark Hunter. The selection was made primarily due to ammo availability. I'll have an easier time getting .22 rounds than I will, say, .380 rounds (another PPK or a PK380, for example) or 9mm (a full-sized P88, for example; and yes, all of these guns are always on my want-to-buy list).

The Browning name and reputation were factors, as well as the 7.25-inch bull barrel and sights, but ammo was the real driving force on this one.

[hemiram]

I wanted a Dan Wesson 44 Mag for over 25 years. I would have preferred a stainless one, but there was a very nice blued 6" heavy barreled one on Gunbroker, and I got it for a great price, about $100 less than the usual price on an auction, and about $200 less than the last one I saw locally.

[10-Ring]

J-frame envy -- buddy had a no lock 442 that was just the coolest & he wouldn't sell me his :( so I bought my own ;)

[Phydeaux642]

What made you choose your last handgun??

The voices in my head.:evil:

[PT1911]

I had been in the market for an M&P and my local shop had one used for 475. I looked at it, handled it, and looked up any information I could on it..... went back with the intention of getting it and the shop had gotten something new in and still had the M&P I wanted.... it was the Steyr M9-A1, I handled it, felt even better in my hand than the M&P, had radically cool sites and was under 450 out the door.... so, went with the M9-A1.... and LOVE IT!!!

[deputy tom]

I bought a .22 rimefire so I could shoot more for less $.I didn't consider it as surrender because I really enjoy shooting rimefires.tom.:D

[JohnnyOrygun]

The last handgun I bought was a Stoeger Cougar. I was wanting to buy a 9mm because it's cheaper to shoot, I was also wanting a smaller (then my Govt mod 1911) for CC, and the Stoeger comes highly recommend and its a great buy. I have to say, that I really like it. Its accurate, reliable and might easier to CC then my Govt Mod 1911.

[Ruodo]

There were a couple of threads about nagant revolvers on here a week or two ago. Decided to go pick one up as a small B day gift to myself.

http://thehighroad.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=95921&stc=1&d=1239238969

[wrs840]

Used S&W 5904 Police trade-in for cheap.

Because I like the feel and function, and I wanted a reliable full-sized high-capacity auto for pure utility-use that wasn't beautiful, expensive, or collectable.

Les

[Mike J]

I went to the gun show last Saturday intending to maybe pick up a magazine, maybe some ammo. But I had been wanting a small carry pistol for a while. I wound up buying a KelTec P-11. I chose this due to its price range (under 300 dollars NIB) , Its capacity(10 +1 of 9mm), KelTecs reputation for good customer service and several members here seemed pleased with theirs. I know there are better(more refined pistols out there) but I believe with a little time this will work out well for a warm weather carry. Now if I can just find some 9mm to buy, my other pistols are .40s so I didn't have any on hand & haven't got to shoot it yet. This Saturday I hope to.

[wrs840]

Outstanding choice, IMHO. Kel-Tec P-11 is currently "next" on my buy list.

Les

[Jim Keenan]

Why did I choose my latest handgun? Easy, I didn't have a C.S. Shattuck revolver and thought it was kind of neat.

Jim

[gpr]

12 rounders are available for the p11...gpr

[N.WoodsGuy]

reliving my past...........i liked it then, so i figured i'd get one for now.:D

[Cpt. America]

Price, caliber, size, name brand, and ease of concealment.

[Resto Guy]

I've been wanting a .357 for quite a while now. A co-worker was needing some $$$ and sold me a SUPER clean Monson built Dan Wesson 15-2 target model, blue (nice!), 6" barrel, ventilated, heavy underlug. How did I do for $250?

[kyo]

My most recent was actually my first ever. Ruger P345. Here were my reasons
1. I shot it and enjoyed how smooth it was
2. It is concealable and is full size at the same time
3. Recoil is way smooth
4. Its a 45
5. It was in my price range for a brand new gun.
6. I felt that it shot accurate when I took the range gun out, even after heavy use and without cleaning.

[TIMC]

What made you choose your last handgun??

My last one was another 1911, I have 5 now. What made me choose it? I don't know, I think I have a sickness!:evil:

[denfoote]

I was in my favorite gun shop with a wad of cash to blow and looking for a Glock 19.

Well, there were none to be had!!

What was there was a G36 (had it), G26 (had it), G38 (didn't want it), G23 (had it), a G21SF (maybe), and a G30SF (had the G30, it didn't fit my hand). So, I asked to fondle the the 21SF. It was the ambidextrous mag release model, I asked, is this the model that takes the special mags?? Yup!! said the clerk.
Damn, I thought, I have several old style G21 mags left over from when I previously owned a G30. Reluctantly, I handed it back to the guy. That left the 30SF. Now, my previous experience with the 30 was one of frustration. The gun ALMOST fit my hand!! I ended up trading that for my G36. I asked to fondle the 30 anyway. GOTT IM HIMMEL!! The gun now fit!! Does it take the old G21 mags, I asked??? YUP, said the gun guy!! So I plop down my DL, AZ CCW, fill out 'ol 4473, give the gun guy my cash, and leave with a brand spank'in new Glock 30SF!!! :D

[Bullitt196]

Probably, somewhere in the back of my mind, Counter-Strike. Had to say it cause the last purchase was a Desert Eagle. I got a good deal on it and was tired of buying combat purposeful handguns, I just wanted something entertaining and novel.

[robsc]

Three rimfires from three different gunshops. I was looking at the rimfire pistol thread with all the pics of different rimfire guns. I had a Ruger Mk 1 Std. without adjustable rear sight. I wanted a .22 rimfire with an adjustable rear sight. The pics in that thread looked cool.
I bought a Buckmark Hunter 7-3/8 bull barrel matte finish with yellow/orange cocobolo grips. Supposedly better trigger than the Ruger Mk pistols. It had a slight scratch on the underside of the barrel and the dealer reduced price $25.
Next I always wanted a S&W M41 with 7 inch barrel and I was waiting to find one. I did at the Sportsman`s Warehouse and brought it home.
Next I wanted a Ruger MK with adjustable rear sight, stainless Competition Target or Hunter with 6/7 inch barrel. I was looking at those when I found that I kept noticing a Lipseys`s Exclusive blued 5.5in slabside. It has red cocobolo grips, gold plated trigger, high polish deep blue, red/green front sight inserts, beautiful inlay of Ruger logo on bottom of magazines. I thought it is a beautiful pistol. It was new and cost less than the stainless Mk IIs/IIIs. I bought the Lipsey`s Exclusive MK III competition target slabside. I`m glad I did because it isn`t offered in the regular Ruger line. It`s a distributor exclusive for Lipsey`s only and there are not many of them.

[dat2]

pretty much what CWL said, " I wanted it" and the price was right

[Smokin Gator]

The most recent handgun I bought is a Smith and Wesson 686 SSR, 4" , .357 Mag. The club where I shoot IDPA at (usually with a 1911) announced that they were going to start holding ICORE matches on a different weekend. I didn't have a double action revolver and started looking around for a used 586 but found the new 686 and got it. Just received a new holster and speedloader pouches today from Mernickle Leather. First match is supposed to be this weekend. Mark

[SP Shop Foreman]

Elmer Kieth made me do it. .41 Mag Snubby

Latigo SR

[Ky Larry]

I was in a gunshop and they had just taken in trade a S&W Model 19 4inch blued .357. They had $200 in it and agreed to take $225 for it. Looks brand new and is a great shooter.

[2ndAmFan]

This was in the days I had a little extra money and I forgot (I NEVER forget my CCW...just that one time anyway) my CC gun on a long road trip with my youngest daughter. I stopped at a gun shop looking for a Glock .40 cal to buy and also a .357 Sig barrel to put in it. They only had a couple of .40s and I didn't like either of them. No Sig barrel in stock either. I bought a Glock 26 9x19mm and a box of +Ps for the road and have no regrets.

[Mastiff]

I like Tokarevs, they fit my small hand and with a barrel change can fire many different rounds(7.62x25, 9x19, 9x23 Winchester, 38 Super, 9mm Largo). However, I hate the safeties I have found on most of them. Then I saw pictures of the Yugo M57 Toks being imported. The safety works just like a 1911! And they hold one more round than a regular Tok!

I bought two.

[Yo2slick]

Browning Buckmark Camper. I choose it because I can afford to shoot it!

[GLOOB]

Glock 21SF

Reasons: I don't have the time, money, or inclination to shoot it much... let alone break/wear it in. I know I don't have the enthusiasm to clean it much. I just want it to do what it's supposed to when it counts and to not rust away in the interim. Maybe I unwittingly drank some KoolAid somewhere along the way, but I like my decision.

[Pack]

I haven't bought a handgun in a long time - I've bought nothing but longguns and ammo.

When I did, I bought:

6" S&W 686 - because until then I didn't have a single wheelgun

Para-Ordnance Tac-Four: LDA trigger, commander length, all-stainless steel construction (it adds handy weight to control the flip from 13+1 rds of 165gr Hydra Shoks - and oh yeah - capacity)

[denfoote]

because it held 10 .45 acp rounds in the mag in a pistol that will fit in my pocket. Plus it has a lifetime warranty and the best grip i've ever seen on any handgun. And of course it wasn't a glock even though i thought about buying one. I can't think why now. It also has an actual thumb safety and it's sa. It's stainless on top and plastic on the bottom which is a good combo imo. And because it was half the price of a glock and held twice as many rounds as a glock the same size. Oh and it wasn't a glock. Hear that glock fanboys. I bought it because it wasn't a glock.

we are the glock collective.

Resistance is futile.

You will be assimilated!!!

[Thomas Garrett]

Friend of mine called me yesterday. He knew i was shooting regularily again after years. Offered me a 5 year old, never shot, NIB, Buckmark 5.5 Standard pistol for $150.00. Can't refuse a deal like that! SOLD:D Now i got 2.

[Dark Skies]

My last purchase (when we still could in the UK) was a Webley Mk IV .38 service pistol. Pretty much identical to this:

http://imagehost.epier.com/100433/WebleyR.jpg

I'd bought it strictly for the historical / novelty factor at the time. Basil Rathbone always carried one in his pocket when playing in those old RKO Sherlock Holmes movies. It was so ... British. I loved it.

Ironically I'd bought it (unused and still in the box) from a batch the police were selling off for £50 a pop. When the ban came in back in '97 the Government compensation payment was £450. Wish I'd bought a bunch of them!

[Taurus_9mm]

I wanted another .22 Revolver and one that was built on a larger frame than my Taurus M94 so I opted for a Tracker. :evil:

[EHL]

I wanted a Kimber CDP in commander length, I loved how she looked. I just couldn't wrap my head around the idea of an aluminum frame. Saw too many reviews of people complaining about frame wear. I've always preferred hard cold steel anyways. I considered making a custom build and I found Fusion Firearms offering exactly what I wanted with forged frames and slides, at a very reasonable price. The reviews were stellar, so I took the plunge! Have been very happy with my purchase!

[RDF]

Well my primary weapon is a Sig P229. I love the .40S&W caliber. So when I wanted a smaller ccw, I bought the Kahr PM-40. This little guy is a brute and I intend to get it mag-na-ported. Then, on a whim I purchased a SIG 230 in .380 auto. All I can say, is if I want smallest ccw, I'll carry the 230 and normally I'll carry the PM-40. I love good quality firearms :)

[VegasOPM]

My last several pistol purchases were made due to the needs of USPSA divisions. My latest is a custom built Open STI with a Caspian slide. $2800 used.:what:

[Pack]

The Sig P230 is an outstanding gun. I have one in stainless that has given good service for over a decade now. As it's the only 380 I've got, I considered selling it last summer to free up some more cash for the purchasing spree I went on just before the buying frenzy really kicked off. Handling it just the other day, I realized how much I'd have regretted letting it go.

[Doug Add]

It has been a while. If I recall correctly, my last handgun purchase was a 4" S&W 586. Reason? It was affordable, and I wanted to replace a 4" 686 I had to sell a year earlier to pay some bills.

[MCgunner]

Is this supposed to be a poll? I wanted a quality .22 auto, went to a gun show looking for one. I found a used, but 100 percent Ruger Mk2 with 2x BSA scope and mount for $275 and the guy sent me the original rear sight in the mail just in case I didn't like the scope.

I kept the scope on it and couldn't be happier.

[JohnBT]

I suppose my latest purchase was an overreaction to the previous purchase - a nice '67 4" blue Python. Like I needed another Python.

So what'd I get? A black FNP-45 USG that came with 1 15-rd mag and 2 14-rd mags. Why'd I get it? I dunno. It's a big gun and holds a lot of .45? The one I tried had the flat backstrap installed, but here's a pic.

http://www.rrarms.com/cat_images/G47577.JPG

John

[mrt949]

My last was a seecamp 32. sold off all my kt's .Decided i needed the feel of steel. You only go around once in life.;)

[Cards81fan]

Found a XD-40 4" at a pawn shop. The finish on the slide was pretty worn from where it sat in a Uncle Mike's holster (included with the gun), but the frame and internals - loading ramp, barrel, etc. - looked good and very clean. I think it may have been a former duty weapon.

Price was too good to turn down, just over $300, so it came home with me.

[bigfatdave]

Went looking for another Ruger mkIII, since MrsBFD and I are tired of arguing over the one we have, and would rather share magazines/parts than get yet another platform to learn.

So we bought a Taurus PT111 millennium pro in 9mm. I'm not sure how that worked, either it was the confusion between the "111" and "III" or the fact that MrsBFD has been looking for one a PT111 for months, and the shop owner pulled out a few 9mm rounds and took us to his testfiring range for her to try it out.

[kmrcstintn]

bought a blued 6" Ruger GP100 (.357 mag) to replace a used stainless 6" Ruger GP100 that I foolishly traded to acquire a stainless 6.5" Smith & Wesson 629 PowerPort (.44 mag)

I like the .44 mag/.44 spl, but I like the .357 mag/.38 spl more

[Ala Dan]

Its a "Classic"~! ;) :)

[colorado_handgunner]

Gander had an LCP in stock, so I bought it. Need I say more?

[Glockman17366]

My last purchase was a Ruger New Vaquero .357 Magnum with a 5½" barrel.
I'm not into cowboy shooting, but I wanted a single action (too many John Wayne westerns, I guess).
This revolver was on consignment for a very good price.

My latest purchase was a Ruger LCP, but it's not in yet. This fits my vest pocket very nicely with few sharp edges to abrade clothing. I'm really looking forward to it coming in.

[JSmith]

I wanted a 1911. Looked at a few (Springfield, Kimber, etc.), then picked up a Colt Mark IV/Series 70 and couldn't put it down.

If it's not a Colt, it's a copy.

:)

[AK103K]

It looks just like all the other ones I have, so my wife has trouble keeping track. :)

[jbkebert]

I wanted something capable of taking medium sized game at a medium to long range. After some research and asking a couple questions to the experts on the THR I decided. Went with the T/C Encore handgun in .308 win and a 15" barrel. Its all I asked for a then some.

[357sigRog]

Price and the reliability of the gun that I had read in reviews.

[Hostile Amish]

The urge for a Colt revolver.

[Moonclip]

Price of $350. Dam Wesson 4" stainless .41mag with the tools and soft case.

Was not a gouge price like most stuff I've been seeing. I have a moderate stash of ammo for it.

I liked the uniqueness of the caliber and somewhat rarity and features of the gun.

Wanted it as a hunting backup where black bear and cougars are present but also controlable enough,practical to use against predatory humans as well.

[moooose102]

caliber, and type.

[sohcgt2]

My last purchase was a Ruger sp101 in .357. and I bought it because it was there. I went in to buy a J-frame but the seller only had .38 special in stock and I didn't want to wait. The only available pocket .357 they had was the sp101 I walked out with.

[stana]

My addiction and paranoia are fueled by the political and economical events now occuring. MAYBE I'M JUST USING THAT TO HIDE MY ADDICTION? I've bought 6 SD handguns since feb 2. WOW (sold 2 long guns and 1 of the 6 SD handguns).

I gave a S&W MP compact 9mm to my wife and a S&W 642 to my daughter. Put a S&W 442 in my left front pocket. A very nice 2" M10 and Ruger 101 are just hanging out at home.

The last is a 1880's Iver Johnson 38 S&W (just like the one that started my addiction 50 + years ago). Please don't offer help.

[ciwsguy]

Have a G17 and a G19 - bought a NIB Walther because I wanted to. And it shot the same ammo as my two Glocks. Walther has a better trigger, adjustable backstraps, adjustable rear sight and a built-in decocker. Frankly, I get better hit accuracy out of my Glocks than I do with the Walther. The Walther front post sight just doesn't cut it well enough for me.

[bigfatdave]

Went looking for another Ruger mkIII, since MrsBFD and I are tired of arguing over the one we have, and would rather share magazines/parts than get yet another platform to learn.

So what made me buy the one after that was the annoyance of not finding a mkIII in stock in a configuration I wanted.
I had to drive an hour, but I got GM to price-match and throw in some goodies on the exact mkIII I wanted [5.5" bull barrel]

[chuckusaret]

Feel, control, accuracy and relieability. Relieability being the number one requirement. My CCW is a Springfield XD40 sub compact, the most relieable weapon I have ever owned. It has never failed to fire for any reason.

[flipajig]

ruger p95 TC contender

[earlthegoat2]

price mostly

[Walkalong]

I wanted another Trooper, so I bought one when I found a decent deal.

[s4s4u]

What made you choose your last handgun??


I have never, nor will I ever choose a "last" handgun ;-)

[Guy B. Meredith]

The gun on the prize table was a 686+ with 6" barrel. I already have one of those so I wanted a "real" six shooter and traded it for the M66 someone else had taken from the table.

Can't afford the things otherwise.

[mesinge2]

See post below

[model of 1905]

The ones that I had bought before it.;)

[mesinge2]

I was at a gun show and saw a used S & W model 64 with a 3 inch barrel. I had a couple S & W 38's, but this had stag-horn grips. Also the former owner had the performance center of S & W perform their Combat Revolver Package on it and had them engrave performance center on the barrel under the caliber markings. The upgrades and the grips sold it.

96346

I love it

[Iggy]

A pawn shop had an unfired S&W Model 57 at a price I couldn't pass up.

[deadhawg]

Kahr P45.
Because I wanted a .45 that is thin enough to conceal easily yet big enough to be able to get all my fingers on the grip.
I don't want external safetys on my carry guns.
I have a Kahr PM9 that has been flawless.
I have been reloading .45ACP for many years and have a good supply of components ready to work up loads tuned to it.
To make my Glocks jealous!

[woad_yurt]

I chose my most recent (it won't be my last!) because of the sheer coolness of it. It's an M1917 S&W that's in great condition. I wasn't looking for one but I fell in love with the pictures. Now, if only there was some .45 ACP ammo available....

[Sauer Grapes]

I wanted a revolver for CC. Had to be .357 cal. And built like a tank.
Ruger SP101 3" barrel filled the need.

[nc76]

It had my name on it.......literally!

[JonF]

Due to the current shortage of amo and the price of that which is available, i bought a surplus tokarev since the ammo is both cheap and plentiful! Now i can continue to happily shoot copius amounts of ammo while others deal with this sillyness.

[REDEYE]

Wanted full size, hi cap, polymer, with a weapons light rail.

[LoneRider]

In my case I've got a healthy respect for IMI and got an IMI Jericho 941F for myself.

[glockgod]

even if it is a "GLOCK"! Thank you GSSF!!

[S&W-Keeper]

I did not have one like it.No other reason.

[memphisjim]

size had glock 20 got a glock 29
and put deposit down on seecamp lws 380

[flipajig]

Ruger p95 sold a taruis pt111 to buy another in stainles and just bought a thompshon center G2 with a 7-30 waters with a 15" bullberry barrel wanted these to go with my single six and super blackhawk 44 mag my 357 colt trooper111 along with a pair of smiths in 38 spc now im thinking of a walther pt22 for my kids to learn to shoot IDPA with me and from there im still working on it..

[76shuvlinoff]

Wanted a blue Ruger SA in .357/38 to sister up my Marlin 1894c in like.
Just that simple.

[chuckusaret]

Needed to replace a Glock that KaBoomed. Bought a S&W, Ruger, Tarus and a Springfield. The Springfield XD40 sub compact looked the best, felt the best in my hand, was the most accurate and the most relieable. About 6,000 rounds of cheap WWB without a failure of any kind. Second to the XD40 is my S&W M&P 9MM compact followed by a S&W M&P 40 cal.

[chainsawmike]

Sig P226 W. German. Bought it based on reliablity and accuracy.

[FEG63ISFINE]

Walther style PP.

Hotter than a 380.

Durability, Hear of people shooting thousands of rounds in them so I guess the little bit of titanium added to the alumn alloy helps.

Price.

I had a Bersa and loved it but I'm laid off and needed a smaller pistol due to some traveling coming up.

[rogertc1]

It was on my list to get before I die. A USFA 10/22 with a 4/34" bbl as a matter of fact. Then I got my S&W 617 4"

[chriske]

Desire.

[NGIB]

Wanted a duty-style .22 so I bought a Sig P220R in .22 from Bud's. I have 2 Rugers and 2 .22 revolvers but I wanted a "traditional" pistol chambered in .22LR...