usmarine0352_2005
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My gf wants to get a CCW and pistol because she works in dangerous neighborhoods. However, she's never shot a gun before. I said the best thing is to go to the range and shoot some and see what she likes. I have a SW Bodyguard .380 semi-auto that I had her look at. I've noticed that she isn't very mechanically inclined but I'm sure with familiarity and use she should get better with it. Although it's another reason I think a revolver would be the best choice. Price isn't a problem. I think something without a safety is the best so she doesn't get caught with it on if she needs it.
Here's the last problem. She never uses a purse so she will have to carry the gun in her pocket. She dresses nice for work so she may have small pockets which could make carrying a revolver hard and a revolver may print.
I thought the Bodyguard semi-auto might be good because it's small, slim, and with the Galco leather holster doesn't print. I also like the Galco holster because it completely covers the trigger so you can't have an accidental discharge. Although the S&W Bodyguard has a safety it's a very small one, not like the Colt Mustang II or a Beretta 92. I don't like the S&W Bodyguard revolver.
I know Glock is coming out with their .380 soon but that could be a few months before it comes out on the market.
For pistols I was looking at the SW 640, S&W Titanium, or Lady Smith. I was thinking a hammer-less revolver would be the best choice if she went with one of those.
Do you guys have any recommendations?
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My gf wants to get a CCW and pistol because she works in dangerous neighborhoods. However, she's never shot a gun before. I said the best thing is to go to the range and shoot some and see what she likes. I have a SW Bodyguard .380 semi-auto that I had her look at. I've noticed that she isn't very mechanically inclined but I'm sure with familiarity and use she should get better with it. Although it's another reason I think a revolver would be the best choice. Price isn't a problem. I think something without a safety is the best so she doesn't get caught with it on if she needs it.
Here's the last problem. She never uses a purse so she will have to carry the gun in her pocket. She dresses nice for work so she may have small pockets which could make carrying a revolver hard and a revolver may print.
I thought the Bodyguard semi-auto might be good because it's small, slim, and with the Galco leather holster doesn't print. I also like the Galco holster because it completely covers the trigger so you can't have an accidental discharge. Although the S&W Bodyguard has a safety it's a very small one, not like the Colt Mustang II or a Beretta 92. I don't like the S&W Bodyguard revolver.
I know Glock is coming out with their .380 soon but that could be a few months before it comes out on the market.
For pistols I was looking at the SW 640, S&W Titanium, or Lady Smith. I was thinking a hammer-less revolver would be the best choice if she went with one of those.
Do you guys have any recommendations?
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