buying my last pistol for a while what should I get

iceman320 · January 25, 2015, 11:13 PM

so guys since the place that I work at is probably going out of business this week. i wanted to get me one last pistol. but I am trying to decide between a semi auto in 40 s&w or a revolver in 38 special. i would like it to be able to be used for target shooting but also be able to be used as a ccw gun also. so guys give me all your thoughts. and thanks in advance.

Metalboy · January 25, 2015, 11:26 PM

I know the .357 magnum is not on your list, but that's what I'd get.
That would be the power of .40, plus all the .38 special. For some powerful application full load of .357 magnum available.

Cheapshooter · January 25, 2015, 11:34 PM

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buying my last pistol for a while what should I get

This thread title infers that you already have one, or more handguns. Let's start there. ???

tallball · January 26, 2015, 07:17 AM

A 3" (or maybe 4") 38 is versatile.

If you want a 357 instead, it's a little heavier but gives you more ammo options.

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kraigwy · January 26, 2015, 09:05 AM

I don't have any recommendations but I don't think the choice really matters.

I think I have about 20 "last handguns I'm going to buy" and if I'm honest with my self, I'm sure there will me more "one last handguns" in the future.

SW40F · January 26, 2015, 11:34 AM

One of my friends, who died just this year, bought his 'last' motorcycle and painted "Last One" on the tank.

He was up to "Last One VI" before he died.

"Never" and "Last One" are so temporary...

CLC · January 26, 2015, 02:28 PM

I would get a glock 35 or a S&W J frame.

lee n. field · January 26, 2015, 04:05 PM

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i wanted to get me one last pistol. but I am trying to decide between a semi auto in 40 s&w or a revolver in 38 special. i would like it to be able to be used for target shooting but also be able to be used as a ccw gun also. so guys give me all your thoughts.

My thoughts: for the purposes, either will server.

If you're looking at loss of needed income, I'd worry about an extra gun later.

osbornk · January 26, 2015, 04:15 PM

If the place you are working is going out of business this week, I would buy my "last gun" with money from my next job as a reward for getting a new job.

Arizona Fusilier · January 26, 2015, 07:12 PM

^^^^^^ +1 to that.

But I'll still play, if the OP can answer the inevitable question .......what do you already have?

iceman320 · January 26, 2015, 07:39 PM

well i already have two 9mm's and a 380 auto all semi autos. no revolvers yet though. the pistol is actually gone to be a late birthday present.

jaytothekizzay · January 26, 2015, 07:40 PM

Id say anything in CZ, SIG, COLT, DAN WESSON, or maybe even a nice KIMBER, (if you can get one that runs). Oh yeah, I almost forgot... everyone should have either a GLOCK 19 or 23

Brian48 · January 26, 2015, 11:05 PM

For target *and* CCW? I just picked up one of these. Absolutely love it.

iceman320 · January 27, 2015, 12:01 AM

Brian48 who makes that pistol and what is it chambered in?

Arizona Fusilier · January 27, 2015, 06:45 PM

O.K. Iceman, thanks for answering. I would think you are due for a revolver. A 4" inch barrell seems like a reasonable compromise between CCW and target practice. Petsonally I would bump up to. 357 magnum, a very versatile cartridge, very lethal for personal protection, and yet still can assimilate. 38 Special if necessary.

I am fond of S&W, and think a 686 is the ultimate. But there could be better, modern choices; shop around.

skizzums · January 27, 2015, 06:59 PM

hmmm....last paycheck for awhile, going to buy a pistol...

price range? hi-point or Kimber range?

in .40 for an expensive gun, I would want the P239 DAK

in a cheaper gun, I would want the Taurus PT140 gen 2

just hope taxes won't be subsidizing this pistol.

iceman320 · January 27, 2015, 09:49 PM

No taxes won't be subsided. I have been saving the money for this.

DannyB1954 · January 27, 2015, 10:54 PM

It is kind of like saying what kind of car should I buy.

It is a personal decision based on your preferences. There are several trigger configurations, several safety device options, several different sizes, different materials, etc.

At this point there are 19 posts. I bet between us we have over a hundred different guns, ( I have over 20 ). I doubt if we would be able to agree on what a perfect gun for you would be.

30wcf · January 28, 2015, 03:02 AM

How about a Ruger LCR 9mm. Small carry revolver that you already have ammo for. That's probably my next one.

RIDE-RED 350r · January 28, 2015, 06:52 AM

I would recommend either a S&W m19 or m66 with 4" bbl. They both offer everything you are looking for and then some. They carry and conceal quite well in a quality 3-slot belt holster. Shoot accurately, retain good value if you do your part in the care of them, and like other stated, you get the added benefit of 357mag power if you decide you need it.

There's really no downside to one of these two choices based on what you say you are looking for... Except they will generally run you a little more $$$ than the average 40 cal....

Brian48 · January 28, 2015, 07:58 AM

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Brian48 who makes that pistol and what is it chambered in?

It's a SW1911 Sub-Compact in 45acp. I haven't carried my Ruger SR9C at all since I got this gun a few weeks ago.

osbornk · January 28, 2015, 07:50 PM

I think you should buy your first revolver. I had two semi-automatics when I bought my SAA cowboy revolver. I bought a cheap Heritage Rough Rider 22lr/22mag. I wanted a Single Six but being cheap, I spent the same money or less and got the revolver and a Henry lever action 22. I enjoy shooting them more than I do my semi-auto pistols and rifles and it reminds me of the TV shows and movies I saw as a kid. I can shoot all day for just a little money since it takes longer to shoot and reload and the ammo is cheap if you are careful where you buy it and can find it.

iceman320 · January 28, 2015, 09:42 PM

I already have a heritage rough rider that I bought about 4 or 5 months ago.

iceman320 · January 29, 2015, 07:19 PM

so I went to my local gun shop today and looked at some of the guns that he had in stock. and I decided to get one of the charter arms 38 special undercover revolvers that he had so i got it for 316.00 so I didn't think that it was a bad price.

January 25, 2015, 11:13 PM	#1
iceman320 Member Join Date: October 11, 2014 Posts: 33	buying my last pistol for a while what should I get so guys since the place that I work at is probably going out of business this week. i wanted to get me one last pistol. but I am trying to decide between a semi auto in 40 s&w or a revolver in 38 special. i would like it to be able to be used for target shooting but also be able to be used as a ccw gun also. so guys give me all your thoughts. and thanks in advance.

January 25, 2015, 11:26 PM	#2
Metalboy Senior Member Join Date: November 30, 2014 Location: SE. Wisconsin. Posts: 327	I know the .357 magnum is not on your list, but that's what I'd get. That would be the power of .40, plus all the .38 special. For some powerful application full load of .357 magnum available. __________________ Hungarian by birth, American by choice. I don't collect guns.They just accumulate themselves.

January 26, 2015, 08:26 AM	#5
DA/SA Fan Senior Member Join Date: May 30, 2014 Location: Missouri Posts: 661	Tristar C-100. http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/21_1860/products_id/85175/TriStar+85024+C-100+40S%26W+3.9%22+Chrome+12%2B1+Poly+Grips+Steel http://www.czfirearms.us/index.php?topic=68426.0 __________________ "Badges? We don't need no stinkin' badges!" CASTLE DOCTRINE STRONGLY ENFORCED "Happiness is a warm gun"

January 26, 2015, 09:05 AM	#6
kraigwy Senior Member Join Date: June 16, 2008 Location: Wyoming Posts: 11,061	I don't have any recommendations but I don't think the choice really matters. I think I have about 20 "last handguns I'm going to buy" and if I'm honest with my self, I'm sure there will me more "one last handguns" in the future. __________________ Kraig Stuart CPT USAR Ret USAMU Sniper School Distinguished Rifle Badge 1071

January 26, 2015, 02:28 PM	#8
CLC Senior Member Join Date: January 8, 2011 Posts: 603	I would get a glock 35 or a S&W J frame. __________________ In god we trust, all others must pay cash.

January 26, 2015, 07:17 AM	#4
tallball Senior Member Join Date: October 17, 2014 Posts: 2,444	A 3" (or maybe 4") 38 is versatile. If you want a 357 instead, it's a little heavier but gives you more ammo options.

January 26, 2015, 11:34 AM	#7
SW40F Senior Member Join Date: June 19, 2001 Location: Western MI Posts: 563	One of my friends, who died just this year, bought his 'last' motorcycle and painted "Last One" on the tank. He was up to "Last One VI" before he died. "Never" and "Last One" are so temporary...

January 26, 2015, 04:15 PM	#10
osbornk Senior Member Join Date: August 11, 2012 Location: Mountains of Appalachia Posts: 1,598	If the place you are working is going out of business this week, I would buy my "last gun" with money from my next job as a reward for getting a new job.

January 26, 2015, 07:12 PM	#11
Arizona Fusilier Senior Member Join Date: September 19, 2000 Posts: 1,082	^^^^^^ +1 to that. But I'll still play, if the OP can answer the inevitable question .......what do you already have?

January 26, 2015, 07:39 PM	#12
iceman320 Member Join Date: October 11, 2014 Posts: 33	well i already have two 9mm's and a 380 auto all semi autos. no revolvers yet though. the pistol is actually gone to be a late birthday present. Last edited by iceman320; January 26, 2015 at 07:50 PM.

January 26, 2015, 07:40 PM	#13
jaytothekizzay Senior Member Join Date: February 4, 2008 Location: st. louis Posts: 450	Id say anything in CZ, SIG, COLT, DAN WESSON, or maybe even a nice KIMBER, (if you can get one that runs). Oh yeah, I almost forgot... everyone should have either a GLOCK 19 or 23

January 26, 2015, 11:05 PM	#14
Brian48 Senior Member Join Date: December 21, 2001 Location: Boston, People's Republic of MA Posts: 1,616	For target and CCW? I just picked up one of these. Absolutely love it. __________________ Proud to have served.

January 27, 2015, 12:01 AM	#15
iceman320 Member Join Date: October 11, 2014 Posts: 33	Brian48 who makes that pistol and what is it chambered in?

January 27, 2015, 06:45 PM	#16
Arizona Fusilier Senior Member Join Date: September 19, 2000 Posts: 1,082	O.K. Iceman, thanks for answering. I would think you are due for a revolver. A 4" inch barrell seems like a reasonable compromise between CCW and target practice. Petsonally I would bump up to. 357 magnum, a very versatile cartridge, very lethal for personal protection, and yet still can assimilate. 38 Special if necessary. I am fond of S&W, and think a 686 is the ultimate. But there could be better, modern choices; shop around.

January 27, 2015, 06:59 PM	#17
skizzums Senior Member Join Date: July 1, 2013 Location: Douglasville, Ga Posts: 4,615	hmmm....last paycheck for awhile, going to buy a pistol... price range? hi-point or Kimber range? in .40 for an expensive gun, I would want the P239 DAK in a cheaper gun, I would want the Taurus PT140 gen 2 just hope taxes won't be subsidizing this pistol. __________________ My head is bloody, but unbowed

January 27, 2015, 09:49 PM	#18
iceman320 Member Join Date: October 11, 2014 Posts: 33	No taxes won't be subsided. I have been saving the money for this.

January 27, 2015, 10:54 PM	#19
DannyB1954 Senior Member Join Date: December 10, 2013 Location: Pahrump Nv USA Posts: 480	It is kind of like saying what kind of car should I buy. It is a personal decision based on your preferences. There are several trigger configurations, several safety device options, several different sizes, different materials, etc. At this point there are 19 posts. I bet between us we have over a hundred different guns, ( I have over 20 ). I doubt if we would be able to agree on what a perfect gun for you would be. Last edited by DannyB1954; January 27, 2015 at 11:01 PM.

January 28, 2015, 03:02 AM	#20
30wcf Member Join Date: December 30, 2014 Posts: 23	How about a Ruger LCR 9mm. Small carry revolver that you already have ammo for. That's probably my next one.

January 28, 2015, 06:52 AM	#21
RIDE-RED 350r Senior Member Join Date: November 2, 2014 Posts: 425	I would recommend either a S&W m19 or m66 with 4" bbl. They both offer everything you are looking for and then some. They carry and conceal quite well in a quality 3-slot belt holster. Shoot accurately, retain good value if you do your part in the care of them, and like other stated, you get the added benefit of 357mag power if you decide you need it. There's really no downside to one of these two choices based on what you say you are looking for... Except they will generally run you a little more $$$ than the average 40 cal....

January 28, 2015, 07:50 PM	#23
osbornk Senior Member Join Date: August 11, 2012 Location: Mountains of Appalachia Posts: 1,598	I think you should buy your first revolver. I had two semi-automatics when I bought my SAA cowboy revolver. I bought a cheap Heritage Rough Rider 22lr/22mag. I wanted a Single Six but being cheap, I spent the same money or less and got the revolver and a Henry lever action 22. I enjoy shooting them more than I do my semi-auto pistols and rifles and it reminds me of the TV shows and movies I saw as a kid. I can shoot all day for just a little money since it takes longer to shoot and reload and the ammo is cheap if you are careful where you buy it and can find it.

January 28, 2015, 09:42 PM	#24
iceman320 Member Join Date: October 11, 2014 Posts: 33	I already have a heritage rough rider that I bought about 4 or 5 months ago.

January 29, 2015, 07:19 PM	#25
iceman320 Member Join Date: October 11, 2014 Posts: 33	finally decided so I went to my local gun shop today and looked at some of the guns that he had in stock. and I decided to get one of the charter arms 38 special undercover revolvers that he had so i got it for 316.00 so I didn't think that it was a bad price.