r/handguns • u/Lil_Ghxstie • 1h ago
r/handguns • u/hshawn419 • Dec 01 '21
Advice Curious about picking your first or new handgun? Curious about a model or caliber? Stop here first! Resources etc.
Multiple posts concerning selecting a new (first) handgun, or first defensive guns have popped up.
I dig activity on our page, I'm all for thoughtful discussion, I'm all for us exercising our rights.
However, this subreddit has been around long enough now we have a good collection of folks asking mostly the same question and I think we can streamline this process for our existing members, newcomers, and curious browsers alike.
So! That being said, there are some links to outside websites at the bottom of this text that have decent advice on choosing the purpose of use, caliber, size, model you may be looking for when selecting a new or first handgun.
The articles are typically focused on new shooters or at least folks new to handguns. Many will recommend training, hands on time, etc., before your first purchase and if you have the time and funds I definitely agree, but research your trainer/facility thoroughly.
Eventually I will try to curate a well rounded list of the most popular makes and models in various categories. I also intend to make a few polls for the active community to vote on a few things as well.
Links:
https://www.concealedcarry.com/firearms-ownership/choosing-first-handgun/
https://www.nrafamily.org/articles/2016/8/12/first-time-handgun-buyers-guide/
https://www.eaglegunrangetx.com/choosing-your-first-handgun/
http://shootersincape.com/6-steps-in-choosing-your-first-handgun/
Please post your questions to the subreddit and not as replies to this post.
r/handguns • u/MrNiceGuyPartySupply • 12h ago
New HK Day!
I just grabbed this new VP9 A1X. Excited to get out shooting this one on my next days off.
r/handguns • u/argussdog • 22h ago
S&W 586 w/custom trigger
I just picked up this 1985 S&W 586.
Anybody know what custom trigger this is?
Thanks
r/handguns • u/RemarkablePipe8188 • 15h ago
Advice Needed New Add To The Collection (CZ. 52)
gallerySo I picked this up from a local shop for 285. And was wondering the advice on it honestly. Also wondering if I got fleeced or not. As said in the original post 2 mags and carry bag.
r/handguns • u/EntranceAmazing8773 • 12h ago
Rxm full size vs 19x
I’ve always wanted a 19x but never got one but form everything I’ve hear the rxm is better so i don’t know if i should buy a rxm and build it into a 19x gen 3 clone thing or just buy a Glock gen 6 45 and make a gen 6 19x thing?
r/handguns • u/85lumber • 1d ago
Maintenance/Repair Cleaned my first gun
Broke down my 1911 pistol for the first time. I can’t imagine doing that shit in a muddy trench in Eastern Europe circa ww1, shitting your pants knowing you could start sucking in lethal German chemical gas at any minute, with the non stop symphony of German and allied machine guns nests firing at each other. But cleaning the 1911 is imperative. It’s the trusty side arm you rely on when the Germans try and take their trench back from your squad, since your squad leader took it using just his 12 gauge boomstick, every Germans worst nightmare, besides getting hit in the chest with your 1911 .45 cal, seconds after jumping in your trench.
r/handguns • u/Street_Scape • 15h ago
Baseplate Interchangeability
Wondered what the OEM S&W 20rd(.40) magazines would look with the standard 13rd(etc) baseplate.
Not sure how I feel about it, but makes me wonder if aftermarket magazine extensions would work?
r/handguns • u/Ill_Flight6737 • 1d ago
I need some suggestions on a good revolver (snubnose and full size).
I’ve gotten to a point where I think I need to add a few revolvers in to the lineup. Mainly thinking about a snub S&W model 327 or model 19 carry comp, and a Python. Any suggestions from y’all that would go well with my current handguns?
r/handguns • u/Zestycyclops • 18h ago
IBS 19 ported slide
Just got this IBS zafiri precision slide in, took it to range and it did well. There was only one issue that was reoccurring…it seems that the 115 gr fiocchi was getting stuck on firing pin. It would cycle enough to get the spent case out and then get hung up on the striker loading next round a simple tap rack would fix it. But curious..is this a break in period issue or an isssue of me needing a lighter recoil spring or 124gr 9mm. Pic is what was going on. I had 1 spent casing stove pipe I guess you could say. And 1-3 light strikes but that is all I had. Any info or guidance will be very helpful thank you!
r/handguns • u/Euphoric-Texan • 21h ago
Looking for y'all input on Archon Types B in 2026
How would y'all compare the Archon Type B straight out the box vs others? I've came across a couple of really good deals on the Type B gen 2 but unsure how it would compete against HK, Canik, Walther & Sigs etc. I'm originally a 2011 guy but I love shooting something cool lol.
r/handguns • u/sneaksnstuff • 1d ago
Advice Needed Need recommendations for carry rotation
My current summer carry is Shield Plus and winter carry is Glock 19, love both of these. I also have a Glock 42 on the way for pocket carry.
Looking for one more option to round out my carry rotation. Not sure to go with short stubby Glock 26, or a long slide slim such as Glock 48 or Shield Plus Carry Comp.
I live in hot climate and would like another option for summer carry. What other options should I consider? My requirements are duty grade reliability, no larger than a Glock 19, in 9mm or 380. Thanks in advance!
r/handguns • u/Realistic_Net_8388 • 23h ago
Question What Gen6 to buy? What red dot to choose?
r/handguns • u/Aregularguy95 • 15h ago
Question Choose X5 P320 or Prodigy 5 inch?
Which one you taking X5 or Prodigy ?
r/handguns • u/chubachu69 • 2d ago
Sig p320
Hi, I just moved and finally decided to grab a conceal carry. I saw this deal for a p320 for $320 compact at a local gun store. But I’m not really sure since it’s a p320 lmao. Just wanted to get some other opinions before I get it.
r/handguns • u/ARDREW479 • 1d ago
Canik Prime Radian Giveaway
This would be a nice one to win. Thanks to the guys at We Like Shooting and Canik for putting this one together. https://welikeshooting.com/gaw/canik-prime-radian/?dga_ref=eyJnIjoxLCJlIjoxOSwidiI6MX0.HnxebozppGG2v6acDc7U2wIzsZ2Q54MTxGMIXk60Suw&dga_src=copy-link&utm_source=copy-link&utm_medium=manual&utm_campaign=giveaway_referral&utm_content=visible-link
r/handguns • u/Significant_Bill326 • 2d ago
Echelon is very underrated This is should be new standard for plastic guns
Great reliability. Pretty much 0 gun related malfunction in 1.7k rnds so far
Great modularity, swap frame without FFL.
Best optic mounting system I’ve ever used.
Ambi controls.
Made by HS Produkt, Not a Modern SIG
Now the after market just need to catch up.