gun for the gf....

[splojo]

Hello all! Im looking for a gun for my girlfriend. The Sig P238 has been suggested and im considering it. I was wondering what other type of handgun would be a good carry and conceal gun, going to be put in a purse most likely. Thanks for any input!

 

[Birds Away]

Probably depends on her level of experience. I second the vote for the Sig P238. I have one and it is excellent. A Beretta Tomcat .32 might work if she has problems with the slide (like my gf).

 

[LPMan59]

Sig P238 gets my vote, though it is pricey. it was the only gun my wife expressed interest in. I would also look at the Taurus 709, though the trigger does kinda suck.

Glock 26 might be a bit large for purse carry, but it's a great subcompact.

 

[1911 mike]

+1 for the Sig. My wife carries it and shoots it every weekend. She now after 1,220 rounds can be considered Annie Oakley. It has had no problems and has been flawless with all types of ammo.

 

[splojo]

Thanks for the early input. Probably going to try and get her conceal and carry permit and firearm this weekend.

 

[spasmo]

Check out this thread. Also, just check out some of the other threads in the Women & Firearms forum.

https://www.indianagunowners.com/fo...-buying_a_gun_for_the_women_in_your_life.html

 

[the1kidd03]

you should let her handle as many as possible and choose something that she likes/is comfortable with....although, for them shooting it is ENTIRELY different than feel (due to recoil)...I went through the same thing with my wife...she LOVED the feel of the G23...but didn't like the snappiness of the .40......after long hard searching we selected a Kahr 9mm with all metal frame which helps a little more with felt recoil....she is a tiny girl and wears tight clothing, but this gun is manageable and you can't even notice it on her cc

 

[Fordtough25]

you should let her handle as many as possible and choose something that she likes/is comfortable with....although, for them shooting it is ENTIRELY different than feel (due to recoil)...I went through the same thing with my wife...she LOVED the feel of the G23...but didn't like the snappiness of the .40......after long hard searching we selected a Kahr 9mm with all metal frame which helps a little more with felt recoil....she is a tiny girl and wears tight clothing, but this gun is manageable and you can't even notice it on her cc

Good advice here. My gf handled many many pistols before she found one she liked. She ended up with an Smith and Wesson M&P 9mm. She loves it, although it wouldn't be good to cc with. They do make a compact version.

 

[the1kidd03]

also, consider that the 380 and 38 are considered to be the "minimal" effective self defense caliber(s) by most of the field's experts....and if your lady is not a considerable shot, you may wish to pick something that's a good compromise of power/ recoil recovery such as a 9mm....at least it would be a LITTLE more likely to stop/slow down someone should she just manage to "wing" them

 

[LPMan59]

Good advice here. My gf handled many many pistols before she found one she liked. She ended up with an Smith and Wesson M&P 9mm. She loves it, although it wouldn't be good to cc with. They do make a compact version.

she's doing it wrong then

 

[the1kidd03]

Thanks for the early input. Probably going to try and get her conceal and carry permit and firearm this weekend.

"conceal AND carry permit"....just remember that it DOES NOT HAVE to be concealed in this state...although many less informed LEO's will try to tell you otherwise

 

[the1kidd03]

edited statement....pc problems

 

[upchurch67]

Don't forget about the lowly revolver. I think a S&W Airweight is quite possibly the perfect answer to your question. Revolvers don't quite have the "cool" factor of a semi-auto. But they are a great option that shouldn't be overlooked.

 

[sgreen3]

My GF has her sights set on a S&W Bodygaurd ever since she shoot one at the range.

 

[IndyGunner]

1.) Purse carry is dumb. If I were going to rob your girlfriend, what do you think I would go for first...?

2.) She needs to go to the fun store and hold them. You can ask all day, but if its not right to her (size/weight/etc.) then its never going to work. Giggity. Id say stick with 9mm.

3.) Have her watch this... just dont let her catch you looking at her "holster" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogGBPVk5GQk

Good luck!

 

[scott delaney]

my wife loves her PT111 PRO

 

[splojo]

Thanks again all! considering all options, we are gonna go shopping this weekend

 

[Fordtough25]

she's doing it wrong then

Ha, no kidding.

 

[splojo]

I just wanna say that the feedback on all my threads so far has been phenomenal...one of the best ideas was joining this forum

 

[Sirshredalot]

Revolver with a shrouded hammer....so that, should the need ever arise, it can be fired from inside a purse and not jam or hang up on anything.

I know my wife can tend to be a little limp wristed at the range, so not needing a slide to cycle is a benefit too.

My wife really wanted a raspberry LCP but I got her a taurus 651 in .357 mag....She calls it "her" gun and wants to get a purse holster now...I think thats stupid but hey, at least shes drinking the kool-aid.

She wants my browning, but shes gonna have to inherit that...lol.

God bless
-Shred