GuidoTorpedo
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(Hopefully I'm using that term correct, when I refer to Manual of Arms, I mean operation (load, unload, shoot, etc...). Basically I'm looking to find the easiest to operate handgun)
I currently own a Browning HiPower MK.III and use it for paper punching but it also serves as a bed side gun. I would like to train my wife on it, but she's just not that comfortable with it. Not sure if it's because it SA only, whether it's an autoloader, or whether it's the size, or even if its just to heavy/snappy for her. My conclusion/assumption after talking to her is that it's just to complicated.
I would like to replace my BHP for something more simple to use, but will suffice as a bedside gun. The requirements are basically below:
Easy to understand the operation.
Easy to load
Easy to unload
Easy to decock
Comfortable to shoot
Easy to aquire sights (typical fixed sight revolvers are too difficult to aquire)
In a capable caliber
Inexpensive
Reliable
Readily available ammo (make that inexpensive also)
Concealability is a bonus (i.e. not required)
My first thoughts are to lead to something similar to what my wife was somewhat comfortable to shoot in the past. Those were #1, an old S&W M15 (stupidly sold), and #2 a Sig P225 (also stupidly sold). Knowing this, I am kind of leaning towards something like an S&W M67 or some .357 in a 3-4" but might consider a DA/SA or DAO autoloader if something fits the bill.
Just wanted to get y'all opinions also. Thanks!
I currently own a Browning HiPower MK.III and use it for paper punching but it also serves as a bed side gun. I would like to train my wife on it, but she's just not that comfortable with it. Not sure if it's because it SA only, whether it's an autoloader, or whether it's the size, or even if its just to heavy/snappy for her. My conclusion/assumption after talking to her is that it's just to complicated.
I would like to replace my BHP for something more simple to use, but will suffice as a bedside gun. The requirements are basically below:
Easy to understand the operation.
Easy to load
Easy to unload
Easy to decock
Comfortable to shoot
Easy to aquire sights (typical fixed sight revolvers are too difficult to aquire)
In a capable caliber
Inexpensive
Reliable
Readily available ammo (make that inexpensive also)
Concealability is a bonus (i.e. not required)
My first thoughts are to lead to something similar to what my wife was somewhat comfortable to shoot in the past. Those were #1, an old S&W M15 (stupidly sold), and #2 a Sig P225 (also stupidly sold). Knowing this, I am kind of leaning towards something like an S&W M67 or some .357 in a 3-4" but might consider a DA/SA or DAO autoloader if something fits the bill.
Just wanted to get y'all opinions also. Thanks!