The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - First handgun recommendations for a college student living off campus?

TruthTellers · January 20, 2018, 08:22 PM

How much are you looking to spend?

I'm thinking a revolver is a good choice for you, but they can be expensive, a lot more so than a budget 9mm pistol.

Pistols don't need to be cleaned all that often, if they're good quality. Cheap ones like Kel Tec, Taurus... I think it's best to be safe and clean and lube them. I don't think I've cleaned my Ruger SR22 since I bought it an I've shot hundreds of rounds through it.

Don't worry about limp wristing. As long as you hold the pistol the way you're supposed to, you'll be fine.

January 20, 2018, 08:22 PM	#2
TruthTellers Senior Member Join Date: October 22, 2016 Posts: 3,888	How much are you looking to spend? I'm thinking a revolver is a good choice for you, but they can be expensive, a lot more so than a budget 9mm pistol. Pistols don't need to be cleaned all that often, if they're good quality. Cheap ones like Kel Tec, Taurus... I think it's best to be safe and clean and lube them. I don't think I've cleaned my Ruger SR22 since I bought it an I've shot hundreds of rounds through it. Don't worry about limp wristing. As long as you hold the pistol the way you're supposed to, you'll be fine. __________________ "We always think there's gonna be more time... then it runs out."