BoneDigger
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Taurus Mil Pro PT145/PT111/PT140
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Ruger p-Series
Both offer exceptional bang for the buck.
Todd
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Ruger p-Series
Both offer exceptional bang for the buck.
Todd
Best value handgun?
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XavierBreath
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There are many contenders, but when it comes to the absolute best value for your handgun buck, there's only one.........Smith & Wesson Model 10, used.
The above revolvers cost $179 and $159.
Very Accurate.
Extremely Reliable.
Fantastically Durable.
Adequate stopping power.
Inexpensive ammunition.
102 years worth of accessories.
No need to field strip.
If you ever need it, they can be worked on by any competent gunsmith, or by Smith & Wesson. Buy wisely, and you will never need to have the gun worked on.
Fantastic ergonomics. If you don't like the ergonomics change the grips for a totally different feeling gun.
Resale value? In five years, assuming you bought wisely, and took care of the gun, you can sell it for more than you paid.
Now that's the best value for the price!
MCgunner
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This is only my opinion and there are plenty of brand bashers and snobs on this board that will post otherwise, but:
Autos... Ruger and Kel Tec. Both factory supported, though the Kel Tec is beyond the pale, lifetime of the gun, not the owner, and I hear fantastic things about customer service, though I've never had to use it. They make the little CCW autos that Ruger doesn't.
Revolvers... Taurus and Rossi and for a little higher price, Ruger. The Ruger is a bargain to me considering quality and especially strength. Things are super strong designs, a little heavy, but strong to take anything you feed 'em. Rossi is an inexpensive revolver with a slightly rougher trigger than the higher priced stuff, but fully functional as an inexpensive option and lifetime warranty and this IS a thread about value, right? Taurus, higher grade Rossi and very nice triggers to boot and lifetime warranty. Ruger, well, it's a Ruger, nuf said. It's a little higher priced, but still a tremendous bargain considering the gun you are getting for the money.
Again, all JMHO and it's worth about what you paid for it. I, obviously, didn't consider resale value in this. However, I like guns with low resale like the Taurus and Rossi that I can find good examples of used for cheap, cheap compared to Smiths which seem more expensive used, down here, than new. Price a 3" M19 sometime.
Made of gold, are they? The M66 Taurus is a GREAT gun and can be had for under 200 bucks in excellent like new condition if you look around and you don't need look very hard. Down here, a comparable M19 is 400 and up, maybe a little cheaper except for the 3" I was looking for at the time.
Autos... Ruger and Kel Tec. Both factory supported, though the Kel Tec is beyond the pale, lifetime of the gun, not the owner, and I hear fantastic things about customer service, though I've never had to use it. They make the little CCW autos that Ruger doesn't.
Revolvers... Taurus and Rossi and for a little higher price, Ruger. The Ruger is a bargain to me considering quality and especially strength. Things are super strong designs, a little heavy, but strong to take anything you feed 'em. Rossi is an inexpensive revolver with a slightly rougher trigger than the higher priced stuff, but fully functional as an inexpensive option and lifetime warranty and this IS a thread about value, right? Taurus, higher grade Rossi and very nice triggers to boot and lifetime warranty. Ruger, well, it's a Ruger, nuf said. It's a little higher priced, but still a tremendous bargain considering the gun you are getting for the money.
Again, all JMHO and it's worth about what you paid for it. I, obviously, didn't consider resale value in this. However, I like guns with low resale like the Taurus and Rossi that I can find good examples of used for cheap, cheap compared to Smiths which seem more expensive used, down here, than new. Price a 3" M19 sometime.
Made of gold, are they? The M66 Taurus is a GREAT gun and can be had for under 200 bucks in excellent like new condition if you look around and you don't need look very hard. Down here, a comparable M19 is 400 and up, maybe a little cheaper except for the 3" I was looking for at the time.There are so many, BUT......
My lastest purchase of a great value is a Springfield GI Champion (4")
All steel, lifetime warranty, parkerized with holster/mag holder.
New for $489 plus tax.
And it is of course powered by the legendary 45acp
Great value? You better believe it - I sure do.
My lastest purchase of a great value is a Springfield GI Champion (4")
All steel, lifetime warranty, parkerized with holster/mag holder.
New for $489 plus tax.
And it is of course powered by the legendary 45acp
Great value? You better believe it - I sure do.
Black Adder LXX
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Revolvers- Ruger GP100 and sp101 - no locks
on pistols, THE DEAL seems to be the M&P with the free 2 mags and bag.
I also agree on the CZ82.
on pistols, THE DEAL seems to be the M&P with the free 2 mags and bag.
I also agree on the CZ82.
Smokewagon45
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Others have already said it. Ruger and Taurus.
FMJMIKE
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GLOCK.........Some have lasted for over 100,000 rounds fired. Thats a lot of gun for the money!!!
lee n. field
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Even at it's current prices, the Makarov still does pretty good on everything but adequate stopping power. Don't need no stinkin' warrantee.
Ala Dan
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Without A Doubt, My "Best Value" Handgun Has Been
My West German SIG-SAUER .45 caliber P220A~!
Price? $639.95 NIB; complete with extra magazine, manual,
factory fired test target, and hard case. And w/o rails~!
My West German SIG-SAUER .45 caliber P220A~!
Price? $639.95 NIB; complete with extra magazine, manual,
factory fired test target, and hard case. And w/o rails~!
MCgunner
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No one mentioned Hi Point, yet? Winner of the butt ugly bargain category?
RancidSumo
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Taurus 24/7 PRO
-What you consider adequate stopping power-9mm and up
-inexpensive and available ammo, for target practice and self defense-$25 for 100 rounds
-inexpensive and available magazines / speed loaders-$15 dollars for mags
-warranty if any-lifetime warranty
-easily available spare parts-Don't know, I haven't needed any
-reliability-goes bang every time so far
-durability-Don't know
-accuracy-More accurate then me
-ergonomics-Fits well in my hand
-accesories (holsters and what not)-I can't find a holster for it
-easy to field/detail strip-piece of cake
-weight-fine with me
-What you consider adequate stopping power-9mm and up
-inexpensive and available ammo, for target practice and self defense-$25 for 100 rounds
-inexpensive and available magazines / speed loaders-$15 dollars for mags
-warranty if any-lifetime warranty
-easily available spare parts-Don't know, I haven't needed any
-reliability-goes bang every time so far
-durability-Don't know
-accuracy-More accurate then me
-ergonomics-Fits well in my hand
-accesories (holsters and what not)-I can't find a holster for it
-easy to field/detail strip-piece of cake
-weight-fine with me
DawgFvr
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As others have said previously in this thread: Auto...Taurus
Revolver...Ruger
without a dobut, the best value for your money.
Revolver...Ruger
without a dobut, the best value for your money.
Anna's Dad
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I have a Ruger P345 that was proabaly $350-ish. I just bought a S&W M&P for $399.
Both are excellent guns in terms of reliability, durability, accuracy, etc. The M&P is 9mm (and the M&P 45 is more $$) so if that's not enough stopping power for you, the Ruger would be a great choice. The M&P has a better warranty and better customer service (from what I've read) and superb ergonomics. Couldn't tell you about parts availability as I've never needed a part for either one! Resale value of modern guns (particularly plastic guns) isn't important to me. I own them to shoot them.
I have $500-$600 guns that don't measure up to even the $350 Ruger in respect to many of your criteria, but I like variety and enjoy them all enough to keep them.
Price isn't my only factor since I've been blessed with the resources to afford multiple guns. If I ever had to sell off my collection for financial reasons, however, I would be very satisfied with my inexpensive (not cheap) Ruger or S&W.
Both are excellent guns in terms of reliability, durability, accuracy, etc. The M&P is 9mm (and the M&P 45 is more $$) so if that's not enough stopping power for you, the Ruger would be a great choice. The M&P has a better warranty and better customer service (from what I've read) and superb ergonomics. Couldn't tell you about parts availability as I've never needed a part for either one! Resale value of modern guns (particularly plastic guns) isn't important to me. I own them to shoot them.
I have $500-$600 guns that don't measure up to even the $350 Ruger in respect to many of your criteria, but I like variety and enjoy them all enough to keep them.
Price isn't my only factor since I've been blessed with the resources to afford multiple guns. If I ever had to sell off my collection for financial reasons, however, I would be very satisfied with my inexpensive (not cheap) Ruger or S&W.
jad0110
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IMO, the S&W Model 10 for a revolver. XavierBreath said it best, so I won't repeat what he said.
For an auto, I would say either a CZ-75 or a Makarov.
For an auto, I would say either a CZ-75 or a Makarov.
adkpete
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Can't carry concealed in New York. The most fun I've had at the range is with my Ruger Mark II .22lr
thebaldguy
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Ruger semi-autos
Taurus revolvers
Smith & Wesson value pistols (908, 910, 410, 457...)
I can't afford expensive firearms, but I can afford quality firearms that aren't too expensive.
Taurus revolvers
Smith & Wesson value pistols (908, 910, 410, 457...)
I can't afford expensive firearms, but I can afford quality firearms that aren't too expensive.
BADUNAME13
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Cz75
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revolvers : used smith .357s can be picked up around here for $300 (did it today with a 19-3)
that's the most stopping power, most utility and best bang for your buck, things are dead-nuts reliable, and very accurate. Did I mention it has great adjustable sights and can shoot easy .38s or brutal .357s?
Autos: right now the CZ82s for $200.
that's the most stopping power, most utility and best bang for your buck, things are dead-nuts reliable, and very accurate. Did I mention it has great adjustable sights and can shoot easy .38s or brutal .357s?
Autos: right now the CZ82s for $200.
Redneck with a 40
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I would chose a revolver, a good 357 Mag from Ruger, Smith, or Taurus. 38 special for target practice, ammo is cheap. 357 for self defense, although some current 38 special ammo is quite good in this role as well. I don't think you can beat the versatility of a good 357 revolver, and if you need more than 6 rounds in a gunfight, then you've bit off more than you can chew.
If it were a semi-auto, then I agree, its hard to go wrong with an XD.
If it were a semi-auto, then I agree, its hard to go wrong with an XD.
If it's a CCW piece, the Kel Tec P11 with a belt clip is hard to beat.
Parkerized (so you don't have any corrosion issues with sweat etc)~$260 plus a SS belt clip ~$15 add a 12 round LEO clip & you have 13 rounds of 9mm ammo (considered the minimum self defense ammo by many) in a very concealable package for a total of ~$300.
It's not a pretty gun, but very reliable & the smallest 13 round 9mm I know of.
I own several guns & the P11 is the one I wind up carrying the most.
If you will be shooting alot for fun, 9mm ammo is the least expensive (other than a 22) & readily available.
Parkerized (so you don't have any corrosion issues with sweat etc)~$260 plus a SS belt clip ~$15 add a 12 round LEO clip & you have 13 rounds of 9mm ammo (considered the minimum self defense ammo by many) in a very concealable package for a total of ~$300.
It's not a pretty gun, but very reliable & the smallest 13 round 9mm I know of.
I own several guns & the P11 is the one I wind up carrying the most.
If you will be shooting alot for fun, 9mm ammo is the least expensive (other than a 22) & readily available.
sm
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XavierBreath's Post Number 27
Nailed it!!
Nailed it!!
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