These cost about 350 and are a good choice. (Ignore the inflated MSRP they list)
http://taurususa.com/products/product-details.cfm?id=18&category=Pistol
Concealed Carry permits are now much easier to get in California. Used to be impossible, now all you need is a clean record and firearm safety class. My son-in-law just got his, said it was just a matter of applying.
Originally posted by SMSBear7169mm Uzi too low power. Would most likely bounce off LA gangbanger's head.
I think I go with an Uzi, still a good , reliable weapon. Does Israel still use it as their main weapon? Or have they got something newer? I think it work against a gangbanger on a bike ... works against Palestinian terrorists
GRANNY.
If you want some input from a knowladgeable crowd, Thousand, try going to :
gunandgame.com
Ask them what would be a good first time gun for a beginner/someone unfamilar with handguns. They'll probably tell you the same thing I did, a 4" barrel revolver in .357, but it never hurts to get a variety of opinions, and it's a friendly site. Trolling/rudeness is punished quickly. I post there under the name Taurus Fan.
I would recommend something like this for you, unless you just have to have a 9mm.
http://taurususa.com/products/product-details.cfm?id=272&category=Revolver
Again, ignore the MSRP, they go for about 350. A comparable Smith or Colt would be twice that. Taurus makes a good gun.
Originally posted by AThousandYoungYou'll shoot your eye out Ralphie.
One of the local gangbangers is patrolling my little patch of neighborhood with his tattoos on full display. He sorta did a ride by on his bicycle as I walked home, which may have let him know where I live.
What should I look for in a weapon? I'd like to buy it in person without having to wait for it to come in the mail.
Originally posted by Sam The ShamI would have to agree with the revolver idea.
If you want some input from a knowladgeable crowd, Thousand, try going to :
gunandgame.com
Ask them what would be a good first time gun for a beginner/someone unfamilar with handguns. They'll probably tell you the same thing I did, a 4" barrel revolver in .357, but it never hurts to get a variety of opinions, and it's a friendly site. Trolling/rud ...[text shortened]... ey go for about 350. A comparable Smith or Colt would be twice that. Taurus makes a good gun.
They are less complicated.
Oh hell, just go nuts with it and get one of these pimped-out beauties:
http://taurususa.com/products/product-details.cfm?id=129&category=Pistol
I love mine. I run around the house with it every day and admire how cool it looks when I pretend to shoot bad guys....and let's face it, you'll be doing it too. It's a guy thing.
Originally posted by AThousandYoungIt depends on what kind of shooting you want to do. Personally I think a shotgun or a handgun is great for home defense.
One of the local gangbangers is patrolling my little patch of neighborhood with his tattoos on full display. He sorta did a ride by on his bicycle as I walked home, which may have let him know where I live.
What should I look for in a weapon? I'd like to buy it in person without having to wait for it to come in the mail.
If you are an inexperienced gun handler, get help of some sort.
I like my Desert Eagle, it would stop a charging elephant. 😀
Originally posted by Sam The ShamThat's it! I'll be getting one of those for my Boo Babe. That's Hot!
Oh hell, just go nuts with it and get one of these pimped-out beauties:
http://taurususa.com/products/product-details.cfm?id=129&category=Pistol
I love mine. I run around the house with it every day and admire how cool it looks when I pretend to shoot bad guys....and let's face it, you'll be doing it too. It's a guy thing.
GRANNY.