Which pistol

RCJIM · 08-22-2011, 04:47 PM

So my "friend" wants another pistol, main use is going to be for home defense.
he seems to be stuck on the 45 cal. Right now he is leaning towards a Sig because of the cost. I am a kimber guy myself and of course I used to paying 1,000 plus for any pistol. He is stuck in the up to 500 dollar range. Which name brand pistol do you think is the best bang for your buck in this application?

koorbloh · 08-22-2011, 04:48 PM

if he's from yelm, hi-point.

RCJIM · 08-22-2011, 04:53 PM

ha thats a good one but I think all those asshats down there are still shooting jennings 9mm. or what ever they stole the night before on the meth high

FatFugg · 08-22-2011, 05:00 PM

Where can he get a Sig for $500.00? Sign me up!

Now for a .45 that you can actually get for around $500.00, I say Springfield XD.

They function flawlessly & have a high capacity. What else do you want for home protection?

Guff · 08-22-2011, 08:53 PM

Have you tried telling him that a shotgun is a better way to go for home defense for that price?

I have a friend in the same boat as yours... though I've got him thinking 9mm as it's cheaper to go to the range and practice practice practice.

1911er · 08-22-2011, 09:19 PM

Have you tried telling him that a shotgun is a better way to go for home defense for that price?

side bye side 12 gauge is great home defense you can't miss

koorbloh · 08-23-2011, 07:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1911er

Have you tried telling him that a shotgun is a better way to go for home defense for that price?

side bye side 12 gauge is great home defense you can't miss

you don't know much about shotgunning, do you?

at "home defense" ranges, there's not much spread from a shotgun, so, in fact, you could miss, twice, and then be scrambling for more rounds.

Guff · 08-23-2011, 08:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by koorbloh

you don't know much about shotgunning, do you?

at "home defense" ranges, there's not much spread from a shotgun, so, in fact, you could miss, twice, and then be scrambling for more rounds.

Purchase a shotgun that has more than a 2 round capability.

To a home intruder, the psychological impact of the sound of a pump action shotgun being chambered can not be overstated.

koorbloh · 08-23-2011, 08:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Guff

Purchase a shotgun that has more than a 2 round capability.

To a home intruder, the psychological impact of the sound of a pump action shotgun being chambered can not be overstated.

bonus points for guff!

boomer1 · 08-23-2011, 08:25 AM

I have been pondering the same issue. I have decided to start saving up my quarters for a Mossberg 500, 18.5" barrel, 12G, 5 plus 1 capacity, parkerized shotgun. I think that Jason over at Low Cost Guns has a special going on right now on selected Mossbergs.

YMMV,
boomer

Guff · 08-23-2011, 12:13 PM

I'm holding out for this.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W638QRLqUyc

philster · 08-23-2011, 04:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Guff

Purchase a shotgun that has more than a 2 round capability.

To a home intruder, the psychological impact of the sound of a pump action shotgun being chambered can not be overstated.

Depends on the intruder. Some may run. Some may be hopped up on the goofballs and come at you bro'. Personally if it comes down to it, the guy I fire at won't hear SCHNUK-SCHNUK!!!!. If he has really good ears he'll hear "click" which is the sound of the safety on my 5 in the mag and one in the pipe 590a1

Nutty4Guns · 08-23-2011, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Guff

I'm holding out for this.
KSG Introductory and update on changes 02.28.11 - YouTube

Me too! Keep holding your breath though! They are dragging ass on the release of the damn thing. It makes me wonder if there are some "issues" that are delaying it's release.

FatFugg · 08-23-2011, 08:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nutty4Guns

Me too! Keep holding your breath though! They are dragging ass on the release of the damn thing. It makes me wonder if there are some "issues" that are delaying it's release.

They said it would be out fourth quarter 2011 at the shot show, wheres the dragging ass?

There are supposedly demo guns going around currently & last I read Kel-Tec is still saying we will see some sort of release in the fourth quarter.

Nutty4Guns · 08-23-2011, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FatFugg

They said it would be out fourth quarter 2011 at the shot show, wheres the dragging ass?

There are supposedly demo guns going around currently & last I read Kel-Tec is still saying we will see some sort of release in the fourth quarter.

Well alrighty then.

RCJIM · 08-24-2011, 12:24 AM

there is a little thing i learned in the marine corps called singucu warrior. the first line of defense is to strip down naked and chase your enemy, second is to puke on said enemy, third,, well i will just leave that for my enemies. So with that being said having any gun is just the topping on the pie.. and yes I have been drinking on a tuesday night/wednesday morning, dont judge

Fossilman · 08-24-2011, 08:01 AM

12 gauge side by side "Rossi"-22" barrels........Made for home defense......I also use a 9mm for backup...

sunofnun · 08-25-2011, 06:31 AM

I have a springfield XD in .45 that I'm real happy with.

It doesn't shoot as well as my 1911's but it feels better in my hand than glocks. It's in the night stand next to it's friend mr. flashlight and a couple 13 + 1's.

It's got a rail, but I kind of like having the light seperated. I might put a laser on it someday..

qballrail · 08-26-2011, 08:49 PM

My Ruger P89 is a gem. Shoots straight and clean on the range, feels great in the hands... almost as good as my woman ;p

WhiteKnight · 08-29-2011, 09:45 PM

I have a Mossberg 590 8

and a Beretta PX-4 Storm 9mm. I prefer the handgun but the shotgun is always good to have. I bought the PX-4 for just over $500 and the Mossberg 590 for just over $300 but I then added an M4 stock and a grip.

Mikey · 08-30-2011, 03:21 AM

H&K USP 40 Compact, $500 Cash.

Call me, 360-990-0645

Sofa king · 09-07-2011, 08:24 AM

He can get a glock for that kind of cash I would recommend a G36 45 cal because shooting twice is well silly
not a lot of capacity but it sure will get their attention

reppinthe509 · 09-07-2011, 10:29 AM

where do you guys keeps your home defense shotguns?

koorbloh · 09-07-2011, 10:41 AM

^slung across my back, 24/7

WhiteKnight · 09-07-2011, 08:54 PM

I keep my shotgun in my living room area, which is almost my kitchen. I live in a small house. LOL! I also keep my pistol next to bed on my night stand.

FatFugg · 09-09-2011, 01:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by reppinthe509

where do you guys keeps your home defense shotguns?

I keep my "Pistol grip pump on my lap at all times!"

08-22-2011, 04:47 PM	#1
RCJIM Rifleman Joined: Mar 2009 From: lake tapps, wa Posts: 172	Which pistol So my "friend" wants another pistol, main use is going to be for home defense. he seems to be stuck on the 45 cal. Right now he is leaning towards a Sig because of the cost. I am a kimber guy myself and of course I used to paying 1,000 plus for any pistol. He is stuck in the up to 500 dollar range. Which name brand pistol do you think is the best bang for your buck in this application?

08-22-2011, 09:19 PM	#6
1911er Gunslinger Joined: Jul 2011 From: Port Orchard WA. Posts: 30	shotgun for home defense Have you tried telling him that a shotgun is a better way to go for home defense for that price? side bye side 12 gauge is great home defense you can't miss

08-23-2011, 08:25 AM	#10
boomer1 Gunslinger Joined: Jun 2011 From: Seattle area Posts: 39	Mossberg shotgun for HD I have been pondering the same issue. I have decided to start saving up my quarters for a Mossberg 500, 18.5" barrel, 12G, 5 plus 1 capacity, parkerized shotgun. I think that Jason over at Low Cost Guns has a special going on right now on selected Mossbergs. YMMV, boomer

08-23-2011, 12:13 PM	#11
Guff Rifleman Joined: Jan 2009 From: Bellevue Posts: 151	I'm holding out for this. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W638QRLqUyc Last edited by Guff; 08-23-2011 at 12:15 PM.

09-07-2011, 08:24 AM	#22
Sofa king Gunslinger Joined: Sep 2011 From: Da~Couve, Wa Posts: 27	up to 500.00 He can get a glock for that kind of cash I would recommend a G36 45 cal because shooting twice is well silly not a lot of capacity but it sure will get their attention Last edited by Sofa king; 09-08-2011 at 01:22 PM.

08-22-2011, 04:48 PM	#2
koorbloh Sharpshooter Joined: Jan 2009 From: Lynnwood, WA Posts: 661	if he's from yelm, hi-point.

08-22-2011, 04:53 PM	#3
RCJIM Rifleman Joined: Mar 2009 From: lake tapps, wa Posts: 172	ha thats a good one but I think all those asshats down there are still shooting jennings 9mm. or what ever they stole the night before on the meth high

08-22-2011, 05:00 PM	#4
FatFugg Sharpshooter Joined: Jan 2009 From: Dri-Shities Posts: 563	Where can he get a Sig for $500.00? Sign me up! Now for a .45 that you can actually get for around $500.00, I say Springfield XD. They function flawlessly & have a high capacity. What else do you want for home protection?

08-22-2011, 08:53 PM	#5
Guff Rifleman Joined: Jan 2009 From: Bellevue Posts: 151	Have you tried telling him that a shotgun is a better way to go for home defense for that price? I have a friend in the same boat as yours... though I've got him thinking 9mm as it's cheaper to go to the range and practice practice practice.

08-24-2011, 12:24 AM	#16
RCJIM Rifleman Joined: Mar 2009 From: lake tapps, wa Posts: 172	there is a little thing i learned in the marine corps called singucu warrior. the first line of defense is to strip down naked and chase your enemy, second is to puke on said enemy, third,, well i will just leave that for my enemies. So with that being said having any gun is just the topping on the pie.. and yes I have been drinking on a tuesday night/wednesday morning, dont judge

08-24-2011, 08:01 AM	#17
Fossilman Gunslinger Joined: Mar 2011 From: Dallas,OR Posts: 25	12 gauge side by side "Rossi"-22" barrels........Made for home defense......I also use a 9mm for backup...

08-25-2011, 06:31 AM	#18
sunofnun Moderator Joined: Jan 2009 From: lynnhood Posts: 632	I have a springfield XD in .45 that I'm real happy with. It doesn't shoot as well as my 1911's but it feels better in my hand than glocks. It's in the night stand next to it's friend mr. flashlight and a couple 13 + 1's. It's got a rail, but I kind of like having the light seperated. I might put a laser on it someday..

08-26-2011, 08:49 PM	#19
qballrail Gunslinger Joined: Aug 2011 From: Puget Sound Posts: 74	My Ruger P89 is a gem. Shoots straight and clean on the range, feels great in the hands... almost as good as my woman ;p

08-29-2011, 09:45 PM	#20
WhiteKnight Gunslinger Joined: Dec 2010 From: Salem, OR Posts: 62	I have a Mossberg 590 8 and a Beretta PX-4 Storm 9mm. I prefer the handgun but the shotgun is always good to have. I bought the PX-4 for just over $500 and the Mossberg 590 for just over $300 but I then added an M4 stock and a grip.

08-30-2011, 03:21 AM	#21
Mikey Gunslinger Joined: Nov 2009 From: Tacoma, WA Posts: 48	H&K USP 40 Compact, $500 Cash. Call me, 360-990-0645

09-07-2011, 10:29 AM	#23
reppinthe509 Marksman Joined: Jul 2009 From: Spokane Posts: 423	where do you guys keeps your home defense shotguns?

09-07-2011, 10:41 AM	#24
koorbloh Sharpshooter Joined: Jan 2009 From: Lynnwood, WA Posts: 661	^slung across my back, 24/7

09-07-2011, 08:54 PM	#25
WhiteKnight Gunslinger Joined: Dec 2010 From: Salem, OR Posts: 62	I keep my shotgun in my living room area, which is almost my kitchen. I live in a small house. LOL! I also keep my pistol next to bed on my night stand.

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