Originally posted by MxRacer: too all those reccomending a .45 acp for a first gun... do you really think thats a good idea? not only are they harder to shoot, harder to have accurate second shots with, but they are also much more expensive to buy ammo with.
i think it would be wise for us to take into account that andrew will need to spend a lot of time on the range honing his skill level. 9mm is cheap and and effective ammo, and an excellent caliber to learn on.
Key reasons I suggested steering clear of the big bores. Even a 380 would be great for a starter, though slightly less impact in that round than the 9mm.
The 9 DEFINATELY gives you the rush of firing a deadly weapon, and is much better for a novice. Also comes in lots of variations from nearly every manufacturer, so one that fits your hand well is out there, and has a much lower initial investment required in most cases.
