Gun owners?

Lisa1971

My hubby wants to get me a gun for Christmas and I'm not sure what I want. He's away this week on a hunting trip in the arctic circle and left me his .357 just in case! I have my gun permit and am a fabulous shot according to dh and my dad.

Just wondering what is a good gun for personal defense. I want something lightweight and not a lot of kick to it. My dad suggested a .22 revolver.

Just looking for suggestions! Thank you!

corn63

lol let me say... .357 ... quite the gun for a lady;) My boyfriend has one and it's WAY too much for me. I like the ,22 or 9mm personally.

Jonalee1977

My favorite is the Kimber 1911 9mm. Shoots like a dream, but it's expensive. The other option would be a Glock 19, but I don't like it nearly as well.

Lisa1971

lol let me say... .357 ... quite the gun for a lady;) My boyfriend has one and it's WAY too much for me. I like the ,22 or 9mm personally.

Lol! Yeah the .357 is a bit much for me but if someone tries breaking in they will be leaving in a body bag!

katamus

Home defense or concealed carry?

I have a Glock 26, Glock 19, an SKS, and I'm going to get a S&W 380 soon.

It really depends on what exactly you want it for. All of our guns have different advantages.

alicia0416

I have an H&K .40.... It has VERY little kick.. kinda big but will stop ANYONE or ANYTHING lol... I LOVE IT!!!!!!

I also have an AK-47 which is my gun of choice... BEST GUN EVER LOL

Lisa1971

Def for at home but not sure if I want to carry one. Too worried my kids will go into my purse and find it.

digitalbill

My hubby wants to get me a gun for Christmas and I'm not sure what I want. He's away this week on a hunting trip in the arctic circle and left me his .357 just in case! I have my gun permit and am a fabulous shot according to dh and my dad.

Just wondering what is a good gun for personal defense. I want something lightweight and not a lot of kick to it. My dad suggested a .22 revolver.

Just looking for suggestions! Thank you!

The .357 is a wonderful weapon. It is what I personally carry for protection.
If excessive kick is the issue, load it with .38 rounds.

Lisa1971

My hubby wants to get me a gun for Christmas and I'm not sure what I want. He's away this week on a hunting trip in the arctic circle and left me his .357 just in case! I have my gun permit and am a fabulous shot according to dh and my dad.

Just wondering what is a good gun for personal defense. I want something lightweight and not a lot of kick to it. My dad suggested a .22 revolver.

Just looking for suggestions! Thank you!

The .357 is a wonderful weapon. It is what I personally carry for protection.
If excessive kick is the issue, load it with .38 rounds.

That's what is in it right now actually.

TK266

if you are looking for a smaller pistol with stopping power test out a few of the .380. if you are looking for a pistol with ease of use go for a .38 short barrel revolver. I am partial to Ruger brand, but everyone has their own preference.

if you do go with a .22, I would recommend this ammo.

VTXJOCKEY

What ever you choose, I suggest actually handling it first. If possible, go shoot it also. Hate to see you spend your money just to find out it isn't quiet what you want.

I carry a 9MM for protection.

WendyTerry420

Personally, I like my 9MM. But honestly, your choice of firearms is a personal one. Try out different ones and how they feel.

digitalbill

My hubby wants to get me a gun for Christmas and I'm not sure what I want. He's away this week on a hunting trip in the arctic circle and left me his .357 just in case! I have my gun permit and am a fabulous shot according to dh and my dad.

Just wondering what is a good gun for personal defense. I want something lightweight and not a lot of kick to it. My dad suggested a .22 revolver.

Just looking for suggestions! Thank you!

The .357 is a wonderful weapon. It is what I personally carry for protection.
If excessive kick is the issue, load it with .38 rounds.

That's what is in it right now actually.

For what it's worth, I often carry a .22 derringer 5 shot revolver. Many people will tell you it is too small however, the .22 will stop an intruder.

For a little bit more power, you could step up to a .22 Magnum derringer. I like the pocket pistol because I can literally carry it anywhere.

B1gH0g

I recommend you head down to the local shooting range, and try out a couple. Find which one feels best to you. I am a fan of the .357, as I own a couple.

I see this has pretty much already been said. I agree with folks who say go try one out, before you purchase.

kgb6days

A .22 is just enough to make someone mad unless you it them between the eyes. I carry either a .38 revolver (S&W Airweight) or a .380 Ruger LCP. I have a 9mm by my bed. They are making slender 9mm now, but cannot remember the brand right off my head - maybe Ruger.

monipie

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my husband just got me a glock 19 and i love it!

hikeout470

I have the Glock 26,sub compact 9mm, the smallest one and I love it.

Lisa1971

Thanks so much everyone! Surprised I haven't gotten the "guns are bad blah blah blah" responses yet. Lol!

dmpizza

hmmmm, Hunting in the Arctic Circle, feigning ignorance of guns........ are you building an alibi? Is he really buried out back somewhere?

Eliannasmom

I have a Bersa 380 which is an easy shoot plus I have it with the laser on it which pretty much let's my target know whats coming!

Cyngen

If there is a dealer nearby, go there and see about renting some guns and firing them at their range. Depends upon your requirements and style.

I have a Springfield XDM 9mm and a Ruger LC9 9mm as my BUG (backup gun) and for summer carry.

I have 9mm, .357, .22, 40 cal in my collection. Each has a purpose.

Have fun