Malice
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So my 21st is less than 2 weeks away, and I finaly decided not to go the cool-factor route (fullsize 9mm) and instead go take the practical plan of action (.22 auto).
I figure I will be able to shoot a .22 about ten times as much as a 9mm, and I could use the extra practice. I will later get a sub-compact something or other for carry use, but my first handgun needs to be a .22
I have obtained a $100 gift card to Bass Pro, which is the closest sporting-goods/gun store to me. I was looking today, and they have a Ruger 24/25MK3 for $300, and a Browning Buckmark for the same price.
I know these both have a reputation as solid, classic guns. On first glance I like the look of the Ruger a lot more. The Buckmark seems cheap to me, and the Ruger seems more solid.
However, I dont know a whole lot about these guns. Which one would you buy? What are some pros and cons of each?
Another option is the Beretta Neos or the S&W autos, both ringing in at $250. I dont particularly like the looks of either of these guns (plasticy and cheap), but if you own one and think its phenomonal, tell me about it.
I figure I will be able to shoot a .22 about ten times as much as a 9mm, and I could use the extra practice. I will later get a sub-compact something or other for carry use, but my first handgun needs to be a .22
I have obtained a $100 gift card to Bass Pro, which is the closest sporting-goods/gun store to me. I was looking today, and they have a Ruger 24/25MK3 for $300, and a Browning Buckmark for the same price.
I know these both have a reputation as solid, classic guns. On first glance I like the look of the Ruger a lot more. The Buckmark seems cheap to me, and the Ruger seems more solid.
However, I dont know a whole lot about these guns. Which one would you buy? What are some pros and cons of each?
Another option is the Beretta Neos or the S&W autos, both ringing in at $250. I dont particularly like the looks of either of these guns (plasticy and cheap), but if you own one and think its phenomonal, tell me about it.