Most important factor in selection

[tony pasley]

For me it is do I want it, can I afford it.

[Green Lantern]

Originally Posted by lee n. field

Reliability. Serviceability (how much maintenance can I do?). Manufacturer reputation for support. Fitness to 1)the purpose, 2)the budget, and 3)my hand.

Uses a standard cartridge (defined as "can I get it at Walmart or the farm store").



Youtube is a really mixed bag. There's not a lot that's really useful, in with the hundreds if unboxing videos and 5 minute amateur reviews.



Aesthetics and taste are individual.



<sigh>. Probably unrealistic. Save up more. You'll have more, and better options.



What's it for?



Whereabouts? We lived in Urbana for a bunch of years, decades ago, and have relatives in Vermillion County.

Shelbyville

[Spats McGee]

I don't choose new handguns often. I'd rather get one that I like and stick with it.

1. I start with purpose. Why do I want the new handgun?
2. With #1 in mind, what are my non-negotiable attributes, if any? Does it have to be steel? Polymer? Coated with SuperStuff 3000?
3. What's my budget?
4. Then I come here to TFL, and head over to THR. Youtube videos are fine and I'm sure there are plenty of knowledgeable people with Youtube channels. However, I've been a member here and THR long enough to know that I can get top-notch information here.