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JnstemIII · Apr 24, 2011

So im looking to get a .380 or 9mm for a bedside buddy. What would be a good gun in your opinion? Im looking at a taurus Tcp or ruger lcp or a taurus 709 9mm. Or if you have something that i might be interested in send me a pm.

Kman · Apr 24, 2011

Does it have to be smallish like those mentioned? If not...

If you want to save money, get something dependable and accurate and new 9mm...how about Ruger P95?

bigjsteelerfan · Apr 24, 2011

Dude dont get a crap cal 380. Go 9mm if that is your only 2 choices. I would rather have a 12g instead either that or a 45.

JnstemIII · Apr 24, 2011

I have a 12 gauge but i also have kids. So i dont want anything out in the open.

tdt91 · Apr 24, 2011

get a full size. No need for small unless you plan to cc

amonch · Apr 24, 2011

I would get a full size and would go with the 9mm because its readily available and less expensive that .308. I have a Glock 17 and a CZ 75 both good guns.

fivepointstar · Apr 24, 2011

a 9mm is more versitile....you can get a 9mm carbine later as well. I don't own .380's but i'll own 9mm Mak b/c its a better round

What is your price range?
Do you like Poly or alloy?
New or used guns?

the good thing about a semi auto is you can keep the 2 seperate (since you have kids) and you can arm yourself quickly.

bean93x · Apr 24, 2011

glock 26 if you want small. since its a bedside gun, id go .45 or 10mm :innocent0

JnstemIII · Apr 24, 2011

I dont want to go over 350.00. Well my wife dosent want me to go over that. :sad20:

tdt91 · Apr 24, 2011

JnstemIII said:
I dont want to go over 350.00. Well my wife dosent want me to go over that.

There was a S&W 9mm Simga in the classifieds. Many here don't like the gun due to the heavey trigger. I however like it allot for a bedside gun due to the heavey trigger. You will never pull it accidently in the heat of the moment. Other than the trigger they are fine guns and you can find them for your price range, even new.
Another you may look at is the Stoeger Cougar. Baretta 92 copy

JnstemIII · Apr 24, 2011

Well i can tell you guys the truth thats how much i have hidden from her. :innocent0

JnstemIII · Apr 24, 2011

tdt91 said:
There was a S&W 9mm Simga in the classifieds. Many here don't like the gun due to the heavey trigger. I however like it allot for a bedside gun due to the heavey trigger. You will never pull it accidently in the heat of the moment. Other than the trigger they are fine guns and you can find them for your price range, even new.
Another you may look at is the Stoeger Cougar. Baretta 92 copy

Was going to but someone beat me to it.

fivepointstar · Apr 24, 2011

JnstemIII said:
I dont want to go over 350.00. Well my wife dosent want me to go over that.

Not to be a turd but $350 doesn't leave alot of options for a Home Defense Firearm. you want something thats reliable, good reputation, comfortable for both you and your wife and good capacity.

just a thought

Kman · Apr 24, 2011

Pretty sure Ruger P95 can be had for $350 or less.

Full sized, 9mm, new, lifetime warranty, good capacity. Just sayin.

w2kbr · Apr 24, 2011

fivepointstar said:
Not to be a turd but $350 doesn't leave alot of options for a Home Defense Firearm. you want something thats reliable, good reputation, comfortable for both you and your wife and good capacity.

just a thought

Yea, and not to mention the FFL and paperwork fees.......assume you will be going that way?

R

Threeband · Apr 24, 2011

Forget .380. That's a niche caliber, not for a bedside gun (very compact or for recoil-sensative invalids.). 9mm is good in an auto.

Go Full size like a Glock 17, or compact like a Glock 19, but I would not choose the sub-compact Glock 26 for a bedside gun.

Ruger has some good 9mms at attractive prices. Stick with quality brands, like Glock, Ruger, S&W, SIG, Springfield,CZ,FN, etc.

Stay away from Taurus. They have a bad reputation.

You can get some great deals on used guns. Check the classifieds here.

A revolver in .38 Special or .357 Magnum (which can also use .38 Special ammo) makes a great bedside gun. You can get a good deal on police trade ins, too. Again, stay away from Taurus. Go for S&W or Ruger.

As for safety around kids- Get a Gun Vault. This basic model is all you need:
http://www.gunsafes.com/GunVault-Mini-Standard-GV1000C-STD.html I realize it's another $100, but get one as soon as you can. Until then, you can discipline yourself to keep it locked with a cable lock whenever you are not in the room with it. Unlock it when you go to bed, and lock it when you get up. Keep the keys with you at all times (even in the shower), and get a Gun Vault as soon as you can.

Get some training. Get some basic training to start, then go back for more training. Practice. Learn. Enjoy the sport.

And go ahead and let yourself become addicted to MarylandShooters.com. Lots of information, camaraderie, and support here.

methlab · Apr 24, 2011

Threeband said:
Forget .380. That's a niche caliber, not for a bedside gun (very compact or for recoil-sensative invalids.). 9mm is good in an auto.

Go Full size like a Glock 17, or compact like a Glock 19, but I would not choose the sub-compact Glock 26 for a bedside gun.

Ruger has some good 9mms at attractive prices. Stick with quality brands, like Glock, Ruger, S&W, SIG, Springfield,CZ,FN, etc.

Stay away from Taurus. They have a bad reputation.

You can get some great deals on used guns. Check the classifieds here.

A revolver in .38 Special or .357 Magnum (which can also use .38 Special ammo) makes a great bedside gun. You can get a good deal on police trade ins, too. Again, stay away from Taurus. Go for S&W or Ruger.

As for safety around kids- Get a Gun Vault. This basic model is all you need:
http://www.gunsafes.com/GunVault-Mini-Standard-GV1000C-STD.html I realize it's another $100, but get one as soon as you can. Until then, you can discipline yourself to keep it locked with a cable lock whenever you are not in the room with it. Unlock it when you go to bed, and lock it when you get up. Keep the keys with you at all times (even in the shower), and get a Gun Vault as soon as you can.

Get some training. Get some basic training to start, then go back for more training. Practice. Learn. Enjoy the sport.

And go ahead and let yourself become addicted to MarylandShooters.com. Lots of information, camaraderie, and support here.

great advice. just one question. Where do you keep the key while in the shower? I can only think of one place......... under the shampoo bottle. :lol2:

Fester60 · Apr 24, 2011

Kman said:
Pretty sure Ruger P95 can be had for $350 or less.

Full sized, 9mm, new, lifetime warranty, good capacity. Just sayin.

I got one from Bud's online and paid $352 total, including transfer fees and everything. Not the prettiest gun but it is one of my favorites, especially considering the price.

Threeband · Apr 24, 2011

methlab said:
great advice. just one question. Where do you keep the key while in the shower? I can only think of one place......... under the shampoo bottle.

I'm sure he can find a safe place to put it.

BeltBuckle · Apr 24, 2011

If you have to have a handgun, and a caliber under .45, you might want to think about a CZ82. The 9x18mak is not a bad round, and silver bear hollowpoints work very well in mine. For HD I'd recommend a 12ga but you can get a CZ82 for ~200.00 and 500 rounds of ammo would still keep you under 350 total...

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