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Spinoff from my Witness thread on the OT. update.got a Hi-Point
Posted on 6/16/14 at 5:14 pm
Posted on 6/16/14 at 5:14 pm
I need a handgun. Here are the complications. I want my wife to be able to use it. However, she only has one hand. So she can't handle a slide, same with a strong kick, though she has a decently strong wrist. And want decent stopping power. Was thinking a .38 or 380acp. Under $200.
Advice?
Edit: Thanks everyone for the advice. Bought a Hi-Point .380 Semi. Was cheap, gun, extra clip, taxes, and 50 rounds the out the door was $189. Wife could operate the slide as well. Took it out and put all 50 rounds through it straight out of the box without cleaning. Had 2 jams, one each on the last 2 clips. Once I had it dialed in it was shooting in roughly a 6" circle from 25 feet. Considering my decent for a newb, but shaky aiming I think it did pretty well. It outshot my friends kel-tec .380. I know it's a cheap gun, but she shoots straight, and doesn't jam anywhere near as much as their reputation. She is all cleaned up and looking pretty now.
Also mailing in my paperwork for my CCW today. No range or class requirement in my county.
Advice?
Edit: Thanks everyone for the advice. Bought a Hi-Point .380 Semi. Was cheap, gun, extra clip, taxes, and 50 rounds the out the door was $189. Wife could operate the slide as well. Took it out and put all 50 rounds through it straight out of the box without cleaning. Had 2 jams, one each on the last 2 clips. Once I had it dialed in it was shooting in roughly a 6" circle from 25 feet. Considering my decent for a newb, but shaky aiming I think it did pretty well. It outshot my friends kel-tec .380. I know it's a cheap gun, but she shoots straight, and doesn't jam anywhere near as much as their reputation. She is all cleaned up and looking pretty now.
Also mailing in my paperwork for my CCW today. No range or class requirement in my county.
This post was edited on 6/25/14 at 1:04 pm
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Posted on 6/16/14 at 5:24 pm to VaBamaMan
Just one hand or a one hand and an elbow? I got a friend who can operate a slide but he's got a nub.
I suggest a revolver either way, but you both need to practice.
But you need to think long and hard about this.
I know if I pull a pistol out in self defense it's a 99% chance it is getting used. Otherwise it's staying hidden.
I suggest a revolver either way, but you both need to practice.
But you need to think long and hard about this.
I know if I pull a pistol out in self defense it's a 99% chance it is getting used. Otherwise it's staying hidden.
Posted on 6/16/14 at 5:27 pm to VaBamaMan
Your life may be in danger and you want to spend 200 bucks? Get a Glock 21 and call dawg23 and tell him it's an emergency.
Posted on 6/16/14 at 5:33 pm to VaBamaMan
Oh, and I would buy a personal protection dog like a Swinford, fully grown and trained.
Posted on 6/16/14 at 5:35 pm to eng08
quote:
Just one hand or a one hand and an elbow? I got a friend who can operate a slide but he's got a nub.
It ends roughly 3 inches from where the elbow would be.
Posted on 6/16/14 at 5:35 pm to SabiDojo
quote:
you want to spend 200 bucks?
I can only spend what I have.
Posted on 6/16/14 at 5:37 pm to VaBamaMan
Find a quality, slightly used .38 Special double action revolver. Cosmetics are a secondary consideration for your situation. 
Posted on 6/16/14 at 5:38 pm to VaBamaMan
quote:
CCW
And I say this in every thread: Talk to an attorney and have his / her contact information available before you start carrying.
Posted on 6/16/14 at 5:39 pm to VaBamaMan
quote:
I can only spend what I have.
Damn, brother. I hope you figure it out.
Posted on 6/16/14 at 5:44 pm to VaBamaMan
Try a pawn shop, preferrably one with a check cashing place and bail bondsman in the same parking lot. The one I used to frequent had a "bold-n-sassy church hats" sign out front too. I've picked up a few cheap guns in such places. Good luck.
Posted on 6/16/14 at 5:46 pm to tenfoe
quote:
tenfoe
Good idea.
Posted on 6/16/14 at 5:49 pm to weagle99
quote:
Find a quality, slightly used .38 Special double action revolver
this,,, or if you run up on a deal on a 357 wheel gun and shoot 38 s's for less recoil.
This post was edited on 6/16/14 at 5:50 pm
Posted on 6/16/14 at 5:50 pm to tenfoe
quote:
Try a pawn shop, preferrably one with a check cashing place and bail bondsman in the same parking lot. The one I used to frequent had a "bold-n-sassy church hats" sign out front too. I've picked up a few cheap guns in such places. Good luck.
Found a .380 acp for $129.99 but it was a slide. It was brand new. I think the brand was....Cobra?
Thanks for the help guys .
Posted on 6/16/14 at 5:57 pm to VaBamaMan
quote:
it was a slide
You mean semi-auto?
I'm just saying this to help, but please study up on firearm terminology, safety, and the law before you start carrying.
These are the 4 cardinal rules of gun safety:
1 - Treat all guns as if they were loaded.
2 - Only point a gun at something you are willing to destroy.
3 - Finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot.
4 - Know what is beyond your target.
Posted on 6/16/14 at 6:01 pm to VaBamaMan
quote:
Found a .380 acp for $129.99
I'd buy a $129 gun all day long.
Posted on 6/16/14 at 7:23 pm to VaBamaMan
She can do a slide if she wants to, but needs to be careful.
traumatic or congenital? That will really determine if it's easy for her or not.
You can email me off board too,
<--td@gmail.com
traumatic or congenital? That will really determine if it's easy for her or not.
You can email me off board too,
<--td@gmail.com
This post was edited on 6/16/14 at 7:37 pm
Posted on 6/25/14 at 1:05 pm to eng08
Update in OP
Posted on 6/25/14 at 1:45 pm to VaBamaMan
If this gun is for self defense and not just plinking you need tovreconsider. your purchase.
Theres no way i would ever put my SOs life at risk by trusting a hi pernt.
You have to trust a SD fire arm
110%.
Theres no way i would ever put my SOs life at risk by trusting a hi pernt.
You have to trust a SD fire arm
110%.
Posted on 6/25/14 at 1:54 pm to greasemonkey
quote:
If this gun is for self defense and not just plinking you need tovreconsider. your purchase.
Theres no way i would ever put my SOs life at risk by trusting a hi pernt.
You have to trust a SD fire arm
110%.
Did you read anything besides the brand of the gun? It didnt jam until after 40ish rounds. I only had $200 to spend, and I wasnt buying a Cobra.
Posted on 6/25/14 at 1:58 pm to VaBamaMan
you said clip multiple times 
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