Handguns - Long guns : More of ?

Green Lantern · January 1, 2018, 11:49 AM

Which do you own more of, Handguns or Long guns and why ?

Sevens · January 1, 2018, 12:29 PM

I love handguns so so so so SOOO much more.

I find them more enjoyable, a whole lot easier to store, easier to transport, easier and more enjoyable to handload for, and when it comes time to actually shoot them, I don't need anywhere near the space (distance to target) and I also don't need to bring excess gear like sand bags or a spotting scope. And setting up/changing targets is a short/quick jaunt, not a minutes-long trek in to the great outdoors.

I can enjoy some rifle shooting... but I do handguns on a probably 15-to-1 ratio compared to rifles.

Pahoo · January 1, 2018, 12:37 PM

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Which do you own more of, Handguns or Long guns and why ?

Why do you ask and how is this information helpful to you?

Just Asking and;
Be Safe !!!

Green Lantern · January 1, 2018, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Pahoo

Why do you ask and how is this information helpful to you?

Just Asking and;
Be Safe !!!

One year ago I bought my first gun. Been a learning process and still much to learn.

Just curious to see how others view the hobby.

Myself, I have 4 long guns and 2 handguns. This after one year into the hobby.

I'm sure each person has their own thoughts. Just curious. Someone will have a response that could lead me to another thought of my direction of purchases.

Danoobie · January 1, 2018, 03:34 PM

Rifles seem more inherently problem prone, to me. This year I've decided to install
better optics, tweak,or accurize what I've got. Most of the accuracy issues are all rifle related, sights, barrels, optics, gas blocks, etc. Not many of the pistols need work.

Pahoo · January 1, 2018, 03:36 PM

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Just curious to see how others view the hobby.

I would say that I have many hobbies that are associated with "all" firearms, mainly M/L's. For me, it's a way of life. In past years I've gone in many collecting and buying directions. As a kid, I started out making slingshots, then my own archery equipment and now teach all stations at our Hunter Safety classes. I don't buy much of anything these days but will never pass up, a good deal. ...

Be Safe !!!

OzeanJaeger · January 1, 2018, 03:50 PM

I have way more handguns than rifles. The rifles are what interest me (the accurate ones). I need another Government or plastic pistol like I need a hole in the head. There are a dozen built rfifles I want!

Kvon2 · January 1, 2018, 05:11 PM

Long guns because Maryland has made it a pain to buy a handgun (in comparison).

But I find myself looking at long guns more now because I've had more practice and feel more comfortable with them.

mr bolo · January 1, 2018, 05:50 PM

the handgun is my favorite , doesnt take much space, very easy to transport, easy to stow in a small bag.

usually very easy to find a spot at the range for handguns

jimbob86 · January 1, 2018, 06:38 PM

Long guns by a wide margin ..... guns are tools ..... fun tools, true. I hope I never have have to use the handguns for anything serious.

I look forward to using the shotgun and rifles to put food in the freezer!

KyJim · January 1, 2018, 07:57 PM

Handguns for much the same reasons mr bolo listed. Plus they are just plain fun to shoot

Whistlebritches · January 1, 2018, 09:07 PM

I have about an equal amount of rifles,shotguns and handguns.The rifles and shotguns keep the freezer full.The handguns are all for self defense.All get trips to the range,rifles and shotguns for fun,handguns I take a much more serious approach to.

lefteye · January 1, 2018, 11:27 PM

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I have about an equal amount of rifles, shotguns and handguns.

Me too.

Targa · January 1, 2018, 11:52 PM

In the outdoor with some distance, blasting steel targets, 2 liters etc etc.... longs guns are my favorite. Convenience, shooting on a time schedule, testing my skills, indoor range, handguns are the ticket.
I have about as many long guns as I do hand guns.

K_Mac · January 2, 2018, 12:37 AM

I like rifles much more than shotguns, and love handguns. How many of each is classified, but I have more handguns than long guns.

Scorch · January 2, 2018, 03:00 AM

I own about a dozen handguns and about 40 long guns. Handguns are tools, long guns are tools, but there are some tools you just enjoy using more than others!

Mike38 · January 2, 2018, 09:00 AM

I've never really given it a thought, so I went and counted. I own two more long guns than handguns. I probably shoot 1000 rounds handgun to one round long gun, so, looks like I need to buy a few more handguns.

peterg7 · January 2, 2018, 11:05 AM

In my safe handgun wins 8-4

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reinert · January 2, 2018, 02:47 PM

Green L.,

I see you have twice as many long guns as you have handguns. Why?

I also see you've only been at your arsenal collection for only a year... You'll be a real gun crank before you know it at the rate you're going! Good for you! Next, it'll be reloading equipment...unless you've already started down that trail, too. It just gets better all the time. I can't imagine that you don't have a .22rimfire (one of your pistols? rifles?). If not, that's the one you need next (IMO); you'll get lots of advice on that first one here, for sure. I like Ruger .22s.

Happy New Year! Time's a' wastin!' Ya need to go out and get after that next new one!

jugornot · January 2, 2018, 05:18 PM

Call me Quigley. I have much more interest in long guns. Not that I can't use a handgun. You know the deal.

Bill

TXAZ · January 2, 2018, 06:06 PM

More?
By weight, long guns 4:1
By muzzle energy, long guns 9:1
By quantity, handguns 4:1

Why, because I bought what I like.

P-990 · January 2, 2018, 08:40 PM

Long-guns. I may spend more time shooting handguns, but I consider myself a rifleman first and foremost.

Coincidentally, .22LR is my single most numerous chambering in rifles AND handguns. My next acquisition is likely to be another rimfire, which will make my collection 50/50 rimfire/centerfire.

rickyrick · January 2, 2018, 09:08 PM

While pistols are fun to shoot, I don’t own any recreational pistols; they are all for concealed carry, so I’m down to just a couple. Basically all my rifles are for some form of recreational use like plinking and hunting.
I owned more rifles before they were all lost in an unfortunate boating accident.

KyJim · January 2, 2018, 10:01 PM

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More?
By weight, long guns 4:1
By muzzle energy, long guns 9:1
By quantity, handguns 4:1

Why, because I bought what I like.

I love that answer!

Green Lantern · January 2, 2018, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by reinert

Green L.,

I see you have twice as many long guns as you have handguns. Why?

I also see you've only been at your arsenal collection for only a year... You'll be a real gun crank before you know it at the rate you're going! Good for you! Next, it'll be reloading equipment...unless you've already started down that trail, too. It just gets better all the time. I can't imagine that you don't have a .22rimfire (one of your pistols? rifles?). If not, that's the one you need next (IMO); you'll get lots of advice on that first one here, for sure. I like Ruger .22s.

Happy New Year! Time's a' wastin!' Ya need to go out and get after that next new one!

Just bought them in the order of getting a deal. Been doing studying and getting advice when I can.

Speaking of 22's, I just bought a Ruger 22/45 MarkII

I thought it would be good to have rifles and handguns in the same caliber so I started that. I have rifle and handgun in .22 and 9mm. While the other 2 are 12ga and .410.

A good variety so far.

January 1, 2018, 11:49 AM	#1
Green Lantern Member Join Date: September 9, 2017 Location: Central Illinois Posts: 95	Handguns - Long guns : More of ? Which do you own more of, Handguns or Long guns and why ?

January 1, 2018, 12:29 PM	#2
Sevens Senior Member Join Date: July 28, 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 11,756	I love handguns so so so so SOOO much more. I find them more enjoyable, a whole lot easier to store, easier to transport, easier and more enjoyable to handload for, and when it comes time to actually shoot them, I don't need anywhere near the space (distance to target) and I also don't need to bring excess gear like sand bags or a spotting scope. And setting up/changing targets is a short/quick jaunt, not a minutes-long trek in to the great outdoors. I can enjoy some rifle shooting... but I do handguns on a probably 15-to-1 ratio compared to rifles. __________________ *Attention Brass rats and other reloaders:* I really need .327 Federal Magnum brass, no lot size too small. Tell me what caliber you need and I'll see what I have to swap. PM me and we'll discuss.

January 2, 2018, 12:37 AM	#15
K_Mac Senior Member Join Date: September 15, 2010 Posts: 1,850	I like rifles much more than shotguns, and love handguns. How many of each is classified, but I have more handguns than long guns. __________________ "Any fool can criticize, condemn and complain and most fools do." Benjamin Franklin

January 2, 2018, 03:00 AM	#16
Scorch Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2006 Location: Washington state Posts: 15,248	I own about a dozen handguns and about 40 long guns. Handguns are tools, long guns are tools, but there are some tools you just enjoy using more than others! __________________ Never try to educate someone who resists knowledge at all costs. But what do I know? Summit Arms Services

January 2, 2018, 06:06 PM	#21
TXAZ Senior Member Join Date: September 5, 2010 Location: McMurdo Sound Texas Posts: 4,322	More? By weight, long guns 4:1 By muzzle energy, long guns 9:1 By quantity, handguns 4:1 Why, because I bought what I like. __________________ Cave illos in guns et backhoes

January 1, 2018, 03:34 PM	#5
Danoobie Senior Member Join Date: April 27, 2017 Posts: 351	Rifles seem more inherently problem prone, to me. This year I've decided to install better optics, tweak,or accurize what I've got. Most of the accuracy issues are all rifle related, sights, barrels, optics, gas blocks, etc. Not many of the pistols need work.

January 1, 2018, 03:50 PM	#7
OzeanJaeger Senior Member Join Date: September 8, 2014 Posts: 301	I have way more handguns than rifles. The rifles are what interest me (the accurate ones). I need another Government or plastic pistol like I need a hole in the head. There are a dozen built rfifles I want!

January 1, 2018, 05:11 PM	#8
Kvon2 Senior Member Join Date: January 4, 2016 Posts: 757	Long guns because Maryland has made it a pain to buy a handgun (in comparison). But I find myself looking at long guns more now because I've had more practice and feel more comfortable with them.

January 1, 2018, 05:50 PM	#9
mr bolo Senior Member Join Date: November 19, 2012 Posts: 432	the handgun is my favorite , doesnt take much space, very easy to transport, easy to stow in a small bag. usually very easy to find a spot at the range for handguns

January 1, 2018, 06:38 PM	#10
jimbob86 Junior member Join Date: October 4, 2007 Location: All the way to NEBRASKA Posts: 8,722	Long guns by a wide margin ..... guns are tools ..... fun tools, true. I hope I never have have to use the handguns for anything serious. I look forward to using the shotgun and rifles to put food in the freezer!

January 1, 2018, 07:57 PM	#11
KyJim Senior Member Join Date: July 26, 2005 Location: The Bluegrass Posts: 9,142	Handguns for much the same reasons mr bolo listed. Plus they are just plain fun to shoot

January 1, 2018, 09:07 PM	#12
Whistlebritches Senior Member Join Date: December 18, 2017 Location: Northwest Texas Posts: 107	I have about an equal amount of rifles,shotguns and handguns.The rifles and shotguns keep the freezer full.The handguns are all for self defense.All get trips to the range,rifles and shotguns for fun,handguns I take a much more serious approach to.

January 1, 2018, 11:52 PM	#14
Targa Senior Member Join Date: March 20, 2014 Posts: 2,084	In the outdoor with some distance, blasting steel targets, 2 liters etc etc.... longs guns are my favorite. Convenience, shooting on a time schedule, testing my skills, indoor range, handguns are the ticket. I have about as many long guns as I do hand guns.

January 2, 2018, 09:00 AM	#17
Mike38 Senior Member Join Date: December 28, 2009 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 2,710	I've never really given it a thought, so I went and counted. I own two more long guns than handguns. I probably shoot 1000 rounds handgun to one round long gun, so, looks like I need to buy a few more handguns.

January 2, 2018, 11:05 AM	#18
peterg7 Senior Member Join Date: July 20, 2017 Posts: 316	In my safe handgun wins 8-4 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

January 2, 2018, 02:47 PM	#19
reinert Senior Member Join Date: September 28, 2008 Posts: 646	Green L., I see you have twice as many long guns as you have handguns. Why? I also see you've only been at your arsenal collection for only a year... You'll be a real gun crank before you know it at the rate you're going! Good for you! Next, it'll be reloading equipment...unless you've already started down that trail, too. It just gets better all the time. I can't imagine that you don't have a .22rimfire (one of your pistols? rifles?). If not, that's the one you need next (IMO); you'll get lots of advice on that first one here, for sure. I like Ruger .22s. Happy New Year! Time's a' wastin!' Ya need to go out and get after that next new one!

January 2, 2018, 05:18 PM	#20
jugornot Senior Member Join Date: September 20, 2017 Posts: 197	Call me Quigley. I have much more interest in long guns. Not that I can't use a handgun. You know the deal. Bill

January 2, 2018, 08:40 PM	#22
P-990 Senior Member Join Date: May 2, 2002 Location: Only1/2WayThere Posts: 1,316	Long-guns. I may spend more time shooting handguns, but I consider myself a rifleman first and foremost. Coincidentally, .22LR is my single most numerous chambering in rifles AND handguns. My next acquisition is likely to be another rimfire, which will make my collection 50/50 rimfire/centerfire. __________________ NRA Master, Highpower Rifle, Across-the-Course NRA Expert, Highpower Rifle, Mid-Range Prone

January 2, 2018, 09:08 PM	#23
rickyrick Senior Member Join Date: March 15, 2010 Posts: 8,236	While pistols are fun to shoot, I don’t own any recreational pistols; they are all for concealed carry, so I’m down to just a couple. Basically all my rifles are for some form of recreational use like plinking and hunting. I owned more rifles before they were all lost in an unfortunate boating accident.