Suggestions for a range/training loaner gun - Page 2

ClydeFrog · January 4, 2013, 04:32 AM

I disagree with the "large PDs issue striker fired pistols like the Glock, M&P or Walther P99QA" line because sworn LE officers or armed professionals must train/qualify with these firearms. They can spend the time or fire the rounds to get better. John or Mary citizen may not have the same resources.
It's true that many working cops are not bullet-heads or "into" guns and they must train with sidearms as a job requirement but they must also practice & can do so with more ranges, ammunition or gear than a regular citizen.
I stand by suggestions for a simple DA only hammer fired pistol. I saw a few used Beretta 8000 series D(DA only) model .357sig pistols & a few surplus 96D .40S&W pistols at a local shop(prices around $450.00) so I know there are pistols available if you look.

Now, don't get me wrong, I'm not knocking the Glock, M&P, Kahr or XD models. I'm saying they are not the best for entry level/new gun owners.

Clyde

johnwilliamson062 · January 5, 2013, 07:38 PM

Hi-point. Get one in 9mm and 380 for the price of the sigma or p series.

Buffalo444 · January 5, 2013, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by johnwilliamson062

Hi-point. Get one in 9mm and 380 for the price of the sigma or p series.

Oh goodness. I wouldnt have anybody shoot one of those as a first timer, theyll think all guns are junk.

sent from the rust monster

January 4, 2013, 04:32 AM	#26
ClydeFrog Senior Member Join Date: May 1, 2010 Posts: 3,849	cops vs armed citizens(students).... I disagree with the "large PDs issue striker fired pistols like the Glock, M&P or Walther P99QA" line because sworn LE officers or armed professionals must train/qualify with these firearms. They can spend the time or fire the rounds to get better. John or Mary citizen may not have the same resources. It's true that many working cops are not bullet-heads or "into" guns and they must train with sidearms as a job requirement but they must also practice & can do so with more ranges, ammunition or gear than a regular citizen. I stand by suggestions for a simple DA only hammer fired pistol. I saw a few used Beretta 8000 series D(DA only) model .357sig pistols & a few surplus 96D .40S&W pistols at a local shop(prices around $450.00) so I know there are pistols available if you look. Now, don't get me wrong, I'm not knocking the Glock, M&P, Kahr or XD models. I'm saying they are not the best for entry level/new gun owners. Clyde __________________ Speed's fine, but accuracy's final.

January 5, 2013, 07:38 PM	#27
johnwilliamson062 Senior Member Join Date: May 16, 2008 Posts: 6,098	Hi-point. Get one in 9mm and 380 for the price of the sigma or p series. __________________ $0 of an NRA membership goes to legislative action or court battles. Not a dime. Only money contributed to the NRA-ILA or NRA-PVF. Of course, you could just donate to the Second Amendment Foundation I was feeling pretty good, then I looked around and realized I am not swimming or on fire.