my first firearm purchase

ejenne87

catfishbluezz

Buy what feels comfortable in your hand, that is the most important aspect in my opinion. I'll take an accurate shot over a large round anyday... That being said, i have a Glock 23 I plan on carrying and love it. Can't beat an 870, I have an 1187 and love it.

ejenne87

I fired the glock 23 as well and it's a great weapon! I just liked the feel of the XDm better. The glock feels lighter and less stable to me. After putting about 100 rounds through each of them I just enjoyed the Springfield more. I'm a decent shot and the groups and consistency I got from both of these weapons were very similar. I think if I get another handgun it will be a 9mm glock, probably the 17 because that thing hold like a billion rounds! And the price is unbeatable when comparing the quality of the build.

catfishbluezz

Guns are subjective so trust your judgement. I have small hands and it fits perfectly. I plan on getting a Kimber next when funds allow. I've put thousands of rounds through my Glock, only jammed once with some horrid ammo. Congrats my friend, good choice and support for the 2nd amendment.

mmccartneydc

mmccartneydc

OOPS, thought that I saw you were in KY catfish, my bad

ShotgunJohn

ejenne87

I'm actually surprised at myself for waiting so long to buy a gun! I was in the military at 19 and we kinda had some to mess around with there so I didn't need one then. And before taht, my best friend in high school had half the guns owned in NY state in his basement so I could take my pick and go have fun whenever I wanted to. Now I live in freaking Texas! and I've been out of the Army for like 11 months and I'm finally getting around to my first purchase... I thought I was going to get something as soon as I could when I got out of the Army, but I guess other things came first. I'm a firm believer in the second amendment and I actually plan on trying to get a M249 of some sort since it was my favorite weapon system from my deployment days :-)

Gaetano7890

Only advice I would give is that assault rifles r not good home defense weapons. They can hold a lot of rounds but the rounds r made to go a long distance and penetrate thing you may not want them to. Any round you let off your responsible for even a mile down the road. I know guns law are not as strict in other states as ny but you have to be careful with rounds that are over penetrating. There fun at the range and cool to own but be careful. Buck shot or 45 acp are a much better choice for the home.

oldsoulrevival

My springfield 1911 is my all time favorite. that is my recommendation.

ejenne87

Where in Central NY are you Gaetano? I'm from that area, near Hamilton/Norwich.

Jetmech_63

ejenne87

I actually shot about 100 rounds through the S&W M&P .45 as well. I really disliked it, only because the grip is far too small and almost hurt my hand because of that. other than that, it was the best in terms of how it actually fired and how it cycled when I was really getting on it. I loved it but the grip on the XDm is just bigger and fits so much better. If only S&W made a larger grip...

Jetmech_63

I had that problem until I swapped in the large blackstrap for it and Viola! Perfect for me. I'll never steer people away from this or that, it's all about what feels good to you and what shoots well for YOU. I will always tell people if I've encountered mechanical problems with a gun though. Or make sure they atleast look at something that has worked well for me in the past before they commit to something. Guns are a lot like cigars in that sense.

bigfnsteve

Jetmech_63:

I had that problem until I swapped in the large blackstrap for it and Viola! Perfect for me. I'll never steer people away from this or that, it's all about what feels good to you and what shoots well for YOU. I will always tell people if I've encountered mechanical problems with a gun though. Or make sure they atleast look at something that has worked well for me in the past before they commit to something. Guns are a lot like cigars in that sense.

First thing you've said all night or done thats helped your cause Vinny...

ejenne87

I actually asked if they had the larger backstrap at the range where I fired the M&P and they didn't. I think, if they had it, I would probably purchased one right there on the spot. Maybe you and your guns should take a trip down to Austin My. Vinny ;-) I'll provide the drinks, you provide the hardware! The Mossburg 500 is definitely on my radar, I'd love to try it out. I might have to take a look and see if there is one available in the configuration I have in mind. Do you know of a decent AR-15 I might either be able to build or purchase for a good price, Vinny?

Jetmech_63

ejenne87

good call on that lower, seems like a great way to save a buck! I'm more in to iron sights to be honest. I just like keeping the weight off. maybe if I could find a decent reflex that is low profile and light weight, but other than that, I have enough practice at CQC to be more than comfortable with iron sights for home defense. I really like the sound of that lower though! I might have to start this build soon now that you gave me that great lead.

Jetmech_63

A lot of people hate on AR's for home defense. If it bothers them that much get some frangible ammo and be done with it. Those are plenty accurat for cqc work. No need putting apit's or green tips in the neighbors living room. Not like it's a 308 anyway... If you need some more ideas lemme know....or if you need some obscure parts pm me

ejenne87

sounds good Vinny, thanks! I'm all excited to start building now haha and the LAST thing I need is another money-hungry hobby :-P

kingjk729

Jetmech_63

To each their own. I think del-ton's are decent if you want a lead hose that's capable of hitting the broadside of a barn, But if you're having positive results with it...rock on! I had forgotten about the Saiga, i've heard many good things about them and am jones'ing to get my hand on one.

ejenne87

so I have decided to go with the Mossberg 500, only after reading many reviews and watching quite a few comparison videos. Also, Blackhawk makes a recoil-reducing stock that seems to be well liked, as well as many other great looking mods. I don't know if I'm still going to get the pistol or not any more. The thought of possibly building an AR-15 and adding some mods to the shotgun sounds pretty appealing. Although it's pretty hard to conceal a 12ga. ;-)

zoom6zoom

Cmdio

marineatbn03

Gunbroker can be a great friend for a good deal. Another idea for the AR, look at Spikes Tactical, he puts together an awesome rifle, most times already with some good custom accessories at a very good price. But the shotguns are the most underrated form of home defense. Although my wife has a pistol, she still reverts to the shotgun because she knows all she has to do is point in the general direction and let the cannon do the rest.

zoom6zoom

Jetmech_63

marineatbn03:

Gunbroker can be a great friend for a good deal. Another idea for the AR, look at Spikes Tactical, he puts together an awesome rifle, most times already with some good custom accessories at a very good price. But the shotguns are the most underrated form of home defense. Although my wife has a pistol, she still reverts to the shotgun because she knows all she has to do is point in the general direction and let the cannon do the rest.

Big +1, almost all of my guns have come from gunbroker, gunsamerica or auction arms.

ejenne87

do you have a FFL? how does that work? I've been to gunbroker a few times and I like the site but the guy I know with a FFL is all the way in NY...

kingjk729

If you goto buds guns they have an FFL finder right on the website .... most usually charge between 15-30 bucks to do the paperwork.

marineatbn03

Almost any gun shop will accept a FFL transfer for a nominal fee. I don't think I have paid more than 50 for a fee.