[Aatish]

Originally Posted by shoei

Sitting behind these two at a red light and hours later I'm still massively disappointed that these two pussies didn't race... Could've / should've been at least semi entertaining... Instead, they drove under the speed limit... *sigh

That's probably one of the most aurally pleasing car combo.

[nyalpine90]

morning

[Axius]

Originally Posted by F87LUV

Since I'm in the country now, I was looking at a Springfield XD or a Smith and Wesson M&P 9mm as they're recommended for n00b gun owners. I haven't fired a gun in over a decade so I'll start with the basics.

I have an MP 9mm and it's my all around carry. It's small and easily concealable, feels good to shoot, never had any chambering issues or misloads, the gun itself wasn't expensive and shoots just as well as the rest.

Don't really get the whole no0b part though. All guns serve their own individual purpose, a lack of experience makes one a no0b, not due to their armory or choice.

[RJ_]

Originally Posted by Axius

I have an MP 9mm and it's my all around carry. It's small and easily concealable, feels good to shoot, never had any chambering issues or misloads, the gun itself wasn't expensive and shoots just as well as the rest.

Don't really get the whole no0b part though. All guns serve their own individual purpose, a lack of experience makes one a no0b, not due to their armory or choice.

Since MC Sports filed bankrupty, they're liquidating all their inventory. I think you Cleveland guys have a few nearby. Last I saw guns/ammo were 15% off.

[F87LUV]

Originally Posted by Axius

I have an MP 9mm and it's my all around carry. It's small and easily concealable, feels good to shoot, never had any chambering issues or misloads, the gun itself wasn't expensive and shoots just as well as the rest.

Don't really get the whole no0b part though. All guns serve their own individual purpose, a lack of experience makes one a no0b, not due to their armory or choice.

There are certain features they recommend for novice shooters vs experienced. Things like safety, usability, etc. I've been reading up on it. I don't think I can carry a concealed weapon here. It would just be for the range as a hobby. My new guy is a cop but I don't think he takes me very seriously so he's not really giving me any guidance on this.

[nyalpine90]

Originally Posted by F87LUV

There are certain features they recommend for novice shooters vs experienced. Things like safety, usability, etc. I've been reading up on it. I don't think I can carry a concealed weapon here. It would just be for the range as a hobby. My new guy is a cop but I don't think he takes me very seriously so he's not really giving me any guidance on this.

why do u need a gun for?

[F87LUV]

Originally Posted by nyalpine90

why do u need a gun for?

Because all these pickup driving gangsters have them, why shouldn't I? Lol. Also, I need a new hobby. I'm a very bored person.

[nyalpine90]

Originally Posted by F87LUV

Because all these pickup driving gangsters have them, why shouldn't I? Lol. Also, I need a new hobby. I'm a very bored person.

so many other hobbies you can do and like baking cookies, cupcakes....

[Axius]

Originally Posted by RJ_

Since MC Sports filed bankrupty, they're liquidating all their inventory. I think you Cleveland guys have a few nearby. Last I saw guns/ammo were 15% off.

Never heard of them, but definitely will check it out, could always use some ammunition. Think gonna hold off on gun purchases for a while.

Originally Posted by F87LUV

There are certain features they recommend for novice shooters vs experienced. Things like safety, usability, etc. I've been reading up on it. I don't think I can carry a concealed weapon here. It would just be for the range as a hobby. My new guy is a cop but I don't think he takes me very seriously so he's not really giving me any guidance on this.

It's all about comfort and feel. Most all guns you can opt for safety/non-safety based on your location, CA has most restrictions. I bought my MP without a safety, but it's offered with, as well as CA compliant variants.

Go to a range and rent some. Find what feels best, what works well for you might not work well for someone else.

[Aatish]

Baking is pretty gangsta.

[silvergray545]

Originally Posted by Axius

I have an MP 9mm and it's my all around carry. It's small and easily concealable, feels good to shoot, never had any chambering issues or misloads, the gun itself wasn't expensive and shoots just as well as the rest.

Don't really get the whole no0b part though. All guns serve their own individual purpose, a lack of experience makes one a no0b, not due to their armory or choice.

Is yours the full size or the compact?

Originally Posted by RJ_

Since MC Sports filed bankrupty, they're liquidating all their inventory. I think you Cleveland guys have a few nearby. Last I saw guns/ammo were 15% off.

Website says firearms and ammo excluded.

[Axius]

Originally Posted by silvergray545

Is yours the full size or the compact?

Website says firearms and ammo excluded.

Compact Shield. I liked the full size, but the size of the Shield made me decide to go with that as my carry. I'd like to get a 1911 next, but I'm being patient since it's not a necessity.

[silvergray545]

Originally Posted by Axius

Never heard of them, but definitely will check it out, could always use some ammunition. Think gonna hold off on gun purchases for a while.

Fin Feather Fur has an Independence 9mm 350 round pack for $79.99. They give a $10 instant rebate and a $10 mail in rebate. Comes out to like $9 per box. Not bad.

[capo180]

I'll 2nd the glock. Simple is best. Especially for a first or only gun. I have a 23 myself I like it. It'll be my carry when I get my permit.

[silvergray545]

Originally Posted by Axius

Compact Shield. I liked the full size, but the size of the Shield made me decide to go with that as my carry. I'd like to get a 1911 next, but I'm being patient since it's not a necessity.

I had a Shield 9mm for all of three weeks or so. Picked it up for $299 on Black Friday. My brother wound up falling in love with how it felt/shot. I preferred the Glock so I gave it to him for Christmas.

[silvergray545]

Originally Posted by F87LUV

It would just be for the range as a hobby. My new guy is a cop but I don't think he takes me very seriously so he's not really giving me any guidance on this.

Make your new guy take you shooting. TF is wrong with him.

[F87LUV]

Originally Posted by nyalpine90

so many other hobbies you can do and like baking cookies, cupcakes....

I already bake and cook.

[F87LUV]

Originally Posted by silvergray545

Make your new guy take you shooting. TF is wrong with him.

I asked him. He's like yeah, mmhmm, sure. We basically just do whatever he feels like doing. Pretty annoying.

[Axius]

Originally Posted by silvergray545

I had a Shield 9mm for all of three weeks or so. Picked it up for $299 on Black Friday. My brother wound up falling in love with how it felt/shot. I preferred the Glock so I gave it to him for Christmas.

Well, let me know when you want to give me your Glock for Christmas so I can give my Shield to someone and keep the rotation going.

There's a lot I want to shoot, HK/Sig, but I know once I do I'll end up buying one, so staying away from temptation for now.

[nyalpine90]

Originally Posted by F87LUV

I asked him. He's like yeah, mmhmm, sure. We basically just do whatever he feels like doing. Pretty annoying.

so he bullys u into doing what he wants...kinda sucks.

[F87LUV]

Originally Posted by nyalpine90

so he bullys u into doing what he wants...kinda sucks.

Not really bullying. He's the man so I let him take charge. He's kind of set in his ways I guess. We'll see what happens. I was super into him at first but now I'm like ehhhh, the good looks only get you so far now.

[silvergray545]

Originally Posted by F87LUV

I asked him. He's like yeah, mmhmm, sure. We basically just do whatever he feels like doing. Pretty annoying.

And why are you still with him?

Originally Posted by Axius

Well, let me know when you want to give me your Glock for Christmas so I can give my Shield to someone and keep the rotation going.

There's a lot I want to shoot, HK/Sig, but I know once I do I'll end up buying one, so staying away from temptation for now.

Haha the Glock isn't going anywhere.

That's basically what happened to me. Went shooting with my buddy who has a HK USP and a Sig P239. Now I want both. Lol