Need some assistance here fags. I'm now at three long-guns and I'm thinking my 2016 resolution is to acquire my first handgun. Still trying to figure out which one is the right one, but as I am a larger guy with bear-paw hands,
I'm also considering an M&P for first handgun, simply because I've handled one and it was comfy as hell. I'll be going to my local funstore to fondle a Beretta this weekend.
So at this point I want to ask. For the learner, does the fire type matter? Will it be easier to learn a DA/SA setup like the Beretta, or is a striker gun like the M&P more advantageous?
>>28403896
My first was a 92fs. So see of its comfy and if you like it and you feel like John McClaine buy it. It really doesn't matter on the learning side. All guns have a learning curve.
>>28403947
>if you like it and you feel like John McClaine buy it
I forgot about that.
What if I don't?
>>28403896
Can't go wrong with the M&P. Thumb safeties/decokers are a pain in the thumb after a long day of shooting.
If there is a range you can possibly rent one I would highly suggest paying the extra money to try it first. A 92fs was my first handgun as well I love it but the DA/SA isn't for everyone.
>>28404116
>Safeties/decockers
Are they not easier to secure though?
>>28404179
There's a place north of me in the Twin Cities, but I'm never able to make time for it.
Is it not something I could fidget with in the store?
>>28404234
If the shop will let you dry fire it you should get a feel for it. That first trigger pull can feel like a mile long before you get used to it.
>>28404287
>That first trigger pull can feel like a mile long before you get used to it.
Oh! I see what you're talking about.
I'm familiar with that. My friend's Para-Ordnance 1911 was like that.
That shit's not so bad to deal with.
>>28403896
>So at this point I want to ask. For the learner, does the fire type matter? Will it be easier to learn a DA/SA setup like the Beretta, or is a striker gun like the M&P more advantageous?
honestly no, theres a bit of a learning curve but its still so simple any idiot can pull a trigger
if you arent in love with the 92
dont buy one its an adequate but outdated design
a 92 fs was my first handgun cause action movies
it got sold after i experinced other brands like glock,cz,sig
i find DA/SA the best for a beginner because it provides absolute, visual control over the status of the weapon. even without a decocker, just being able to thumb the hammer gives you immense control over the safety and readiness of the gun. If there's ever a question of if it's easily ready to fire, you can see it
>>28404435
>glock
I fucking hate Glocks. I used a loaner G22 for my CCP qualification. I've shot others, but I'm fucking amazed I passed with that shitty Glock.
>>28404481
>DA/SA for newfags
I should also point out, like I said I have big hands. I also have big thumbs. Reaching the controls shouldn't be a problem for me, if anyone is thinking that.
>>28404375
>I'm familiar with that. My friend's Para-Ordnance 1911 was like that.
>1911
>trigger feels a mile long
Uh. What?
The 92 is a good pistol.
>>28403896
Both the M&P and 92FS are great.
a 92FS was my first handgun, and I liked it so much that I bought another. I've handled and shot the M&P as well, and had no qualms with it. Ultimately, it will come down to what you're looking for in a pistol, as others have mentioned. I personally will always take a nice metal pistol over polymer any day, but that's my preference. Also, the 92 fits my hand like God created it just for me.
>>28403896
You also may want to consider the CZ75B
>>28404869
I would, but those have been tough to find in my area. The M&P or Beretta are in my nearest store, the CZ75 is not.
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