School me on handguns

[turbotalon1g]

I thought with as many shooters we have here we might have a gun section, but I'd like to get a handgun to go to the range and maybe home security.

I just learned that I get a military discount on Glocks, not sure how much but 2 products per year.

I still need to get my permit to carry and go thru whatever classes are necessary.

Thanks

[tehehodi]

Glocks are good but whatever you choose, pick one that fits your hands and train with it. Do you want a carry gun or strictly just range and home defense?
I personally like hammer fired pistols so my opinion is different from others.

For EDC(Everyday Carry), get something slim and small that you can efficiently hit targets with and have the option to conceal or even just stick in your pocket and go.(IE: S&W shield, glock 43,etc in the holster. Bodyguard, LCP380,etc for pocket.) You can carry larger compact pistols but you are limited and could have the potential of printing. Also, if you carry in the holster, I want to mention that pooping in public places becomes a hassle. When peeing, just pull your wang through the zipper(un zip of course)

For range home defense, find a pistol or rifle or shotgun that would best suite your layout of your home. You have children in the home so be aware where you bullets could go and make a plan. Also a safe(you know this already). Maybe get something smaller that your wife could possibly use as well if you are not home.

As far as holsters, I really like my alien gear holster but I also like the looks of stealth. I carry IWB(inside the waist band) and i would love to AIWB(Appendix inside the waistband) but I'm too fat still.

I'm sure others will chime in who have carried longer than I have.

[mark4g63t]

I definitely recommend MN Firearms Training for a place to get your permit to carry. Takes only like 2 hours and they're super friendly/ small classes. Glocks seem to be very popular and are very reasonably priced. Plus you can do lots of "mods" to them.
I also agree with Alien Gear being a very good holster, though I haven't used many others as I instantly liked the one.

[93gtpeater]

I agree with Pat. Get a gun that fits your hand and that your most comfortable and accurate with. For home defense a good old shot gun works great. Get one that you can install a flashlight and laser on. Works great since you don't have to turn on any lights and the laser for easy point and shoot. I got mine set up with ever other she'll is different bird shot, double 0 buck shot and some nasty slugs.

[1QUICK4]

I'd recommend a DA/SA decocker for carry. Hammer fired ftw

As said go hold & shoot a lot of different handguns before you run out & buy

[twack]

I love my ruger lc9 for everyday use

[AwdGSX13]

I carry a springfield xd9 compact and love it. Shoots great and is small enough to carry.

[turbotalon1g]

so can I go to a range and try some of these?
Thanks for the recommendations

[AwdGSX13]

so can I go to a range and try some of these?
Thanks for the recommendations

Bills gun range, you can rent an assortment of firearms.

https://www.billsgs.com/

[mark4g63t]

Stop by stock and barrel in chanhassen as well.