Centurian22
Member
Hello all,
I'm starting research into a new 9mm handgun. It will technically be my Wife's, but it will be used by both of us and carried primarily by me as she doesn't feel ready to carry yet. Now before everyone unloads on the "let her pick it" train, I plan to. I just need an idea of where to start and what to handle at the LGS. My wife doesn't have the attention span to just start pointing at and picking up half the guns in the case.
Desired specifications: preferably 9mm but not going to rule out other options. My wife is 5' 9", strong, and has had no trouble dealing with recoil thus far but has only shot 'up to' a 9mm so far. She doesn't like 'small guns' and requires a 'full size' grip that will accommodate all three supporting fingers. She MIGHT consider something along the lines of a sub compact with an extended grip but doubtfull. The absolute MUST HAVE in her book is a manual safety. High capacity 15+ rounds preferable but not required. Lastly price: we are trying to stay under $600, the lower the better within reasonable quality limitations.
So far I plan to look into a Taurus 24/7 and a Beretta PX4 storm, any input on these would be appreciated.
I want a Springfield XD9, she liked the feel of them and how they shoot but the lack of a manual safety is holding her back.
Thanks all!!!
I'm starting research into a new 9mm handgun. It will technically be my Wife's, but it will be used by both of us and carried primarily by me as she doesn't feel ready to carry yet. Now before everyone unloads on the "let her pick it" train, I plan to. I just need an idea of where to start and what to handle at the LGS. My wife doesn't have the attention span to just start pointing at and picking up half the guns in the case.
Desired specifications: preferably 9mm but not going to rule out other options. My wife is 5' 9", strong, and has had no trouble dealing with recoil thus far but has only shot 'up to' a 9mm so far. She doesn't like 'small guns' and requires a 'full size' grip that will accommodate all three supporting fingers. She MIGHT consider something along the lines of a sub compact with an extended grip but doubtfull. The absolute MUST HAVE in her book is a manual safety. High capacity 15+ rounds preferable but not required. Lastly price: we are trying to stay under $600, the lower the better within reasonable quality limitations.
So far I plan to look into a Taurus 24/7 and a Beretta PX4 storm, any input on these would be appreciated.
I want a Springfield XD9, she liked the feel of them and how they shoot but the lack of a manual safety is holding her back.
Thanks all!!!