You know how overwhelming it is to buy a handgun in today's market. It’s like Chris Tucker at a Rush Hour Hong Kong massage parlor.
From different calibers to various features and designs, the options are so endless that they excite you and confuse you at the same time.
In this video, I’m going to give you everything you need to navigate through the chaos of buying your first home defense gun and simplify the buying process so that you can make an effortless, confident choice to find the perfect handgun.
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Should you buy a Revolver or Semi-Auto
What Caliber should you choose?
How much should you spend on your gun?
What To Do At The Gun Store!
What To Do At The Range To Help You Choose?
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Whatever you do, DO NOT buy your first gun!!!! I made that mistake 13 years ago and ive been broke ever since.
Keep on buying
Even worse in MA land of the 2k aks and 800$ glocks
Yeah, it's hard/IMPOSSIBLE to stop buying more guns after you get that first
Lmao!!!
😂😂😂
The "smile" factor is super important. This way when someone breaks into your home and sees you are armed AND SMILING, they will most likely wet themselves and surrender. Keep smiling.
If you're a guy, also get comfortable sleeping in the nude. In this situation, not only will the would-be burglar be faced with an armed, smiling man, but that man will also be nude. Nobody wants to engage with a lunatic, and they'll politely leave.
@@RighteousJ This strat is next level. Many thanks.
@@jimh472 you're welcome. Keep in mind that this only becomes more effective the older you get.
And whisper softly "nobody knows you're here, so you better obey every word if you don't want to leave here as a brand spanking new female, or 'steer' as farmers call it."
LOL good point!
Oh, don't worry sir. Once they have lasers, they'll be debating on which frequencies and pulse lengths are best.
Keep your lasers, spaceman. Phased plasma in the 40 watt range or nothing.
🤣🤣🤣🔫🔫🔫
@PhycoKrusk Hey just what you see pal! 😜
Keep your modern toys, ye rapscallions. Use a smooth bore musket with a triangular bayonet and have a backup cannon with grape shot as the founding fathers intended!
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Bring a friend that already that owns a gun with you. Because buying a gun with a friend is a lot of fun.
Just posted the same, but with a lot more (probably unnecessary) words. Your reason is one I forgot to mention. Thank you!
Also, if you are like me, and some stores do do this, always ask them to show you how to disassemble, or ask if you can disassemble. I am picky on the guts of it, so I wish to inspect them.
i wish i had friends to buy guns with. thats is such a good point , i would geek and drop whatever im doing if my brother or a friend decided they wanted to carry and asked me to help shop with them
HAHAHA- the gold Deagle being handed to you in the store “looking for a home defense in 9mm”. As always, great advice, but that cracked me up. 😂
I laughed at that one too lol.
Gotta consider all options. Pimps need protection too.😂
He planted that as an Easter egg strictly for our enjoyment.
@@shane1489makes a good hammer too when it’s empty.
@@NobodyHasToAgreeAllTheTime Cracking walnuts open😂
I got a Mossberg 500 about 14 years ago. It's still going good!!
I got a Turkish Mauser a few years ago, it was made before 1900 and it's still running great.
Used the Mossberg 500 and the Remington 870 during my military days...excellent shotguns!
Me too 25 yrs ago on my 18th bday
Same, but 20 years ago. I got it because Knoxx made the compstock for it and that makes the gun a LOT easier for anyone (like my wife) to shoot. But a pump shotgun has some serious disadvantages compared to a semi-auto carbine, rifle, or large-format pistol. My current go-to for home defense is an AR-9 pistol. I'd still take my 500 over a Glock or other normal-sized handgun, though. A pistol is what you carry when you don't expect trouble. If you're defending your home, you want something more serious and concealability is not a factor.
My 590A still pumping
it's essential to consider factors like reliability and ease of use.
…also size/weight. Carry Compliance is one of the most important items if the gun is too large or heavy, the likelihood is you’ll stop carrying it after a while. “The best gun to have in a gunfight is the one you have with you.” The one at home in your nightstand won’t be of much use to you.
Yes, I believe revolvers still have a place for this reason. Especially for a first-time buyer who might remain a less than zealous gun owner. Some people are going to lack the desire to take apart and properly clean a semi-auto pistol for the long term. Cleaning a revolver is easy. 6 good .357 Mag rounds will likely be sufficient for the vast majority of problems. Since this is a home defense handgun, it can have a long barrel and be relatively heavy(as long as the owner is strong enough to wield it) to dampen recoil and make it easy to land hits with.
Senior Noir, I agree with everything you said. Now make a KZhead video on buying a first gun specific to New York because it is a total different experience 😂😂
leave ny
Step 1 - leave NY Step 2 - ??? Step 3 - profit?
I have a better idea; reform New York so they actually OBEY the legally-binding command of the Constitution. Colion's video may be based on his home of Texas, but that's part of why we need to #MakeAmericaTexasAgain. This is the way it should be.
Leave ny? For what? Another state that will be infiltrated by the same mentality eventually?@@anonymousyt-vq8jk
That would be nice.
On my 21st birthday i had saved up enough money to purchase my first firearm, Springfield 1911, best birthday present i ever got! Now ive got this terrible addiction for anything that goes pew pew pew! Oh, and im also broke AF!
Also, since you started with a 1911, you're spoiled for triggers!!!
Do we have low bank accounts? Yes. However, guns themselves have inherent, permanent value. They're an investment, especially when they're well cared-for.
My son delayed me picking him up the morning of his 21st day. He'd purchased a RIA 1911. We went to the range that day and left with big smiles. My first handgun was a Ruger Redhawk in 44Mag, 7-1/2". I too remained broke for years afterward but built skills the pay dividends today, 35 years later.
I was in my 30s when I bought a brand new gun. My Dad gave me my first rifle at age 10, a used Marlin Levermatic .22. At 12 he found a Frankenstein sporterized K98 8x57mm. I do not know how much game that rifle has taken over the years. He taught me reloading so I could feed that rifle. My first carry handgun was a used S&W Chief Special 38spl j-frame. My next carry gun was a used Colt 1911. I retired it when the G19 came out. It was used. I have a G19 gen4 I bought new. Still carry it, love it. I still have all my old guns, plenty of them were new when purchased. If you are new to guns, try to link up with someone who can be a mentor to help teach you. There are a lot of good folks out there, gun owners, of all types. I'm 65 and still love shooting, trying new firearms, always curious. If you are an experienced, long time gun person, try to help a new person. Be that mentor, advisor, instructor they need to keep them safe. A lot depends on being a good ambassador to the next generation, a kick butt example they might listen to and duplicate.
Most people I grew up with, their first gun purchase wasn't their first gun. Their first gun was given to them by their father or grandfather LONG before they could buy one on their own.
I've spent years working at an FFL. You're absolutely right about the glock 19 being the immediate go-to for first timers. It's not the greatest gun in the world. But it's the gold standard for price vs quality, and it's my daily carry. This is exactly the advice that I always gave to first time gun buyers. DON'T BUY TODAY. Tey it out at a range, and come back woth a better idea of what works for you
side note: some gun ranges won't let you rent if you go by yourself
Really? Where are you from? I've never heard of that
@@CowboyFateMidwestern USA here. Yeah, that’s a thing. New shooter - as in new to 2A and new to the range - arriving alone, puts the range at risk of ... cleanup, unfortunately.
@@a1nelson Understood.
@@CowboyFate Very common actually. I visit ranges around the country. It's too prevent against suicide (aka for insurance reasons), and yes, it does happen. Of course, it's not like people can't self delete by some other means...
Potential suicides @@CowboyFate
I knew what my first gun was going to be and I found one for a reasonable price near where I lived. It was a WWII era Walther P-38, which I still own. Since then I've branched out to all kinds of different platforms, calibers and eras. I'm thankful for being fairly knowledgeable going into the firearm world, while also being humble enough to learn as much as possible throughout my years of shooting. Even after all these years, I'm still watching a video called "how to buy your first handgun." This video is vital for first time buyers, and still holds great value for seasoned firearm enthusiasts. Nice work!
Great advice on the matter. Just don't shut out .380 or .45 acp, and certainly don't shut out .40 S&W or 10 mm. Rent many and see what you really like and see what you can ACTUALLY handle. Don't just buy what everyone else has. Get what suits YOU and YOU alone. Above all pick one that fits you're hand and that you can make hits with. Everybody different.
Pretty sure the reason he specified 9mm is cost and availability. Whatever you get, you want to spend time with it on the range to be comfortable firing accurately. That will be harder to do if you can't find/afford the ammo. edit: Not saying don't ever get other calibers. just saying that it's something you'll want to consider.
This entire video was a joke. From the "don't buy revolvers" to "get something in 9mm" and on to "you should spend this much" was just too cringe to hear. And then he adds other specifications, like making sure your gun can handle a red dot and WML. Like they're cheap and easy to get when he's already said $300 is too difficult to find a good gun. Of course it is, but when you're a KZhead celebrity who has a lot of money and gets sponsored by handgun manufacturers, then maybe you can buy that $1200 gun and $300 red dot and $100 WML.
I've used every caliber you mentioned. The 9mm is the best balance for most everyone
@@alrich6863 Besides being woefully ineffective, of course. I'm definitely not interested in the "spray 'n pray" method of home defense.
I've used and owned every gun mentioned by Colin and still own one or more of each. For "home defense" my choice is a bullpup semi-auto 12 gauge loaded with: 1st- double ought buck (2 rounds) 2nd- #4 shot (2 rounds) 3rd- slugs (2 rounds) And if I've used all that and haven't stopped the threat, my Sig p365xl with 15 round mag plus 1 up the spout. By that point All the threat(s) should be OUT or I'm OUT of commission!
Why does every gun-tuber not have a video like this? My wife has been conditioned to fear guns, and then I took her into a gun shop. She knows what she likes, now, and knows what feels good in her hand. A gun you don't like to handle is a gun you won't pick up when you need to.
If you are willing to share I would like to learn more of your wife's experience and details leading to the outcome. So I can better understand and provide service to female customers in my shop. Thanks
Very important to make sure you can rack the slide while magazine is in and loaded and then when changing mags. I’ve seen people have problems with both even after trying a mag or two
The second that Hi-point Yeet cannon met my hand, I knew it was "the one"....😅🤣😅🤣😅🤣
"The One" that will jam and get you killed haha
I have 2 yeet cannons... i love those big bricks. 😅😅😅
One step I'll add in between visiting the gun store and visiting the range: Look up videos on how to operate said handguns and be fairly confident you know what to do. Not all handguns operate the same. The last thing you want to do is go to a gun range and expect to be able to put a gun on safe, just to find out that "safety" is only a de-cocker on a double action hammer-fire handgun. (True story. Rented a Beretta but I was smart and asked the associate about the manual of arms beforehand. Glad I did. That would have confused the hell out of me)
I got my second handgun a few weeks ago, we got an HKvp9, we paid about a little over $700. That extra cash got me an extra magazine and tritium sights
I think it's great your reaching out to the non-gunners, keep up the great work.....
For home use I have 2 M-4s,M-203 with grenade-launcher ( have 8 grenades ) have a few other M-4s also.Got them from my Guard unit ( also ammo ) after 4 deployments to Iraq.These weapons were gifts from my supply sgts after they found out I volunteered for all 4 of these deployments to Iraq.I was in infantry units on all 4 tours-I wanted all tha-SMOKE !!! LOL. I also did 2 tours back-to-back,because of this I was gone from my civilian jobs for 2 yrs and 8 months.My co-workers thought I had quit both jobs,but,there's a state law where I get to keep my civilian job while deployed with the Guard,no matter how long I'm deployed. SEMPER-FI
For the majority of 1st time buyers, this is great advice. Keep up the good work.
This is the video I have been waiting for. Please make this a series. Thanks for all the helpful info.
Never had a gun and decided to take a look at the selection at Academy and the Canik TP9SFx caught my eye and after holding it I knew I had to get it. Best decision I’ve ever made
I want a TP9. Using and MC9 as my EDC.
I have seen many revolvers with lasers and lights on them. I don't know where you have been. I'm a 65 yo retired LEO and military and have been a firearms instructor for almost 40 years. My carry is a S&W M66 .357 and have never felt a need for more rounds. I regularly won money from all the Glock boys with their fancy toys especially when I took the targets to 100 yards or more.
I’ve seen more with red dots, but the point stands.
For the past few years you can find CZ P10C Optics Ready around $400 and cheaper its a great pistol one of my favorites
I currently got a CZ 75C was considering a CZ P10C.
@andylastname566 the 75's are amazing probably the very best gun you can get for the money shoot regardless of the money the P10C would make a great friend for it
@@NekwaWatch I'd have to order one online, local places have little to no CZs of any kind lol. But I do want a light and optic capable handgun.
I hate how good the P-10 is. I have two Cajunized hammer fired CZs and a few Glocks and it pains me to say my buddy's CZ P-10C is debatably better than all of them out of the box.
@@jijjr what exactly does Cajunized mean?
My Sig P226 and a mounted light work great for home defense and EDC both. Reliable, accurate, and simple.
So a full-size auto that's 34 oz plus the bulk and weight of a WML. OK, whatever. It's a great gun, but a bit big and heavy.
@@dashcammer4322 depends on what you’re used to. I find the weight comfortable. I’ve used a variety of pistols in and out of the service. I prefer Sigs and 1911’s to be a lot more ergonomic than Glock.
@@dashcammer4322big and heavy are fantastic contributors to the shoot-ability of a handgun
@@tiredoldman100%. I can shoot a P226 so much quicker and accurately than most polymer frame handguns. The weight helps.
@@fullthrill7314 same.
This video needs to be playing in every gun store
I agree with you I use Colion's videos as reference to assist my customers.
PLEASEEE make one for your first rifle now!
Got my first sears and roe buck. 22 lever action when I was 7. Best birthday ever ; )
Ok
Same. I have some by Sears and a few JC Higgins as well. They're great! ')
My first pistol was a Beretta APX Centurion, fill size slide with a compact grip, striker fire 9mm. Put a couple thousand rounds through already and it shoots like a wet dream for me. Took months of research and dozens of KZhead videos and I couldn't be happier.
This is good advice regarding the purchase of a 1st home defense handgun. I also believe a heavy and long barrel .357 Mag is fine too since the power of that caliber makes up for the capacity, the weight helps mitigate recoil, the length of the barrel increases velocity, the long sight radius enabling better placed shots, and cleaning a revolver is about as easy as it gets.
Yah know I went through the same process and got a colt single action army in 45 colt, gotta say I love it, the way I have it set up it's the best self defense gun for me.
just as i was about to start getting my own handgun soon. nice timing lol
Videos like these are what the culture needs. ✊🏾✊🏾
I brought my 9mm beretta in 1990 and it's still amazing
Beretta 92... my favorite platform. Those things run like a hot knife through butter. So smooth and so effortless to run them.
I got a Glock 17 as my first handgun. Still my favorite handgun 20 years later in terms of reliability.
Really I got a gen 1 Glock 17, it’s my least favorite pistol. H&K P7M13 is my favorite
@@raz636manthis is sarcasm right?
@raz636man I have a VP9 from H&K. I enjoy that one as well, though it's heavily modded. I'm not saying there aren't any better or more enjoyable guns out there. I just know I can take it out plinking with 400 rounds and enjoy all 400 without any hiccups.
@@pawsandpedals407absolutely not. I really don’t like it. Tell you the truth, I haven’t shot it in 10 years. Lately, I’ve been shooting my Ruger 57 and my old Paraordance P14. I prefer non striker fire handguns.
This video aims to provide sincere and straightforward guidance to first-time gun buyers, emphasizing the importance of safety, education, and responsible ownership, Bravo!
This is about the best way to present the considerations for that first purchase. It also takes some of the nervousness out of the process, knowing what you’re looking for and what you’re looking at. The smile factor was a great way explain it.
It’s a wheel gun for me. I understand the issue with capacity. In my mind in a PD situation 15 rounds won’t be necessary. The first line of defense is situational awareness. Next is practice, practice, and practice. I never want to get into a long drawn out gun battle. I believe in the 3’s. 3 yards, 3 shots, 3 seconds. Just something to think about. Cheers!
Ever think about multiple attackers and missed shots?
@@pawsandpedals407 Bahahahaha! I don’t miss. If I did need extra rounds I’ll just take one. Cheers!
@@sherlock1895 multiple attackers or other scenarios where a limited capacity might become a problem for you are a real possibility, but you don't need to justify preferring a revolver anyways. even if you just like the look of it or are more comfortable with it theres nothing wrong with that.
Being older never had one. Guess I do need one now.
Best time ever to learn and to buy. Manufacturers today are putting out awesome stuff. I'm 61 and it's my therapy to help me focus on a sport and not work related
Check out the Smith & Wesson Equalizer. Great gun for anyone-easy to rack for an older guy
I bought my first gun 2 days ago!🥳 Apparently I did it backwards by not renting first. 🤷🏻♀️😒 Oh well, there's always next time...because I hear it's addicting.😉 She's a Glock M43X. The salesperson also gives lessons, so I'll call him tomorrow to set up a date, hopefully for this coming Thursday. He said he takes students out in the nearby desert. I think I'd have to drive into the city for an indoor range. An actual range is intimidating to me at this point anyway, so going out in the middle of nowhere with the instructor is more appealing. It sure felt weird walking in my front door, carrying a gun case for the first time. 😬 I'm looking forward to the day that she feels like an old friend.🤗
@jaytee2642 congratulations on your new purchase and welcome to the club. I can only hope you watch lots of videos on how to safely handle and operate your trusted companion. There are plenty of those here on YT. Get familiar with the 43x and burn the 4 rules of safety into your head. Glock Store channel shows how to clean and oil the system the right way and know its reliable when you do your part. Happy shooting
@@mikewithers299 Thank you so much. I think I've been on the Glock Store channel a time or two...it sounds familiar, but I'll double check to make sure I'm subscribed. I do fully intend to drill safety practices into my brain, along with technique and accuracy. This is a big step to take, with a lot of responsibility tied to it.👍🏻
Once again perfect video, I purchased my first and now I want to have more.. actually it was in one of your videos awhile back & help to find the right gun for me. Thanks again
Been watching u since I was 18 bought my first rifles because of you and learned from you and now I’m turning 21 . Thank you 🙏
To start with. The revolver is a popular self defense hand gun. What ever gun/caliber comes down to personal choice.
Revolver in 2024? lol you’re trippin… maybe as a back up or woods gun but not for home defense! 😂
@@pawsandpedals407 you're trippin
Popular when? in the 1970s?
@@yeayeasautoadventures please explain
To start with, you are 100% lying. Not a single revolver is a "popular self defense hand gun". It's hasn't been for a 50 years. And it will never be again. It's over.
@ 1:12, I disagree, the caliber debate will still be ongoing even after plasma/laser/energy weapons become reality
It’ll be then the color of the laser debate
You do such a great job man! This video is amazing I wish I had this as a tool.when I first purchased. Logical, informative, straight to the point and just a solid foundation for a first purchase! I chuckled at the picture and title but learned from thos video and am so appreciative you put it out. Thank you!
Thank you so much for this video. I’m starting a new traveling fiber technician job and was considering purchasing my first firearm for protection while on the road. As soon as I saw who this video was produced by I immediately grabbed my notebook. Thank you for all the game you putting out here for free. Wish you all the best brother!
I just changed my home defense to a canik TTI combat and couldn’t be happier with that decision
Yea, super nice gun. Most people don't want to drop $1k plus on a home defense gun tho. Im self admitted a bit bougie when it comes to guns. My home defense pistol is a FNX 45 Tactical. Bad ass gun, but not cheap by any means and not absolutely necessary.
@@CowboyFate agreed but here’s my thing I shoot quite a bit recreationally so that kills two birds with one I get an awesome ranger gun and an awesome home defense gun which is way more enjoyable than a a Glock or a M&P and a mossberg 500 when I already have a nice hunting 12 gauge
@@CowboyFate I want that for a .45 hole I need to fill in arsenal 🤣
300 blackout with a suppressor, short barrel and a red dot.
Nope
Hope you don't shot a neighbor.
@@kevinshockey2765 ammo helps, but it does depend on where you live. I live in a rural area, and this sounds about right to me except with no suppressor.
@@kevinshockey2765 He probably won't be able to, because the paperwork for the suppressor and the SBR are going to take a while.
@@kevinshockey2765 Hope you are not his neighbor 😅😂
You are so awesome I've been concerned with everything you touched base on ...your video is so great..to the point very informative..not story telling timr!! So appreciate it ! God bless you stay safe.. ❤😊
Thanks Colion. I like the idea of the firearm making you smile. That's the same when I'm looking to buy a guitar. I'll play it and if it makes me smile and it feels and sounds good then that's the one for me. That's how I felt when I bought my S&W Bodyguard 380. It made me smile when I held it in my hand; racked it and pulled the trigger. And the fact that it's so concealable was the icing on the cake. I hear what you are saying about a 9mm though so that's what I'm looking for as my additional EDC in the Smith & Wesson line (yeah... I"m a S&W guy; but I do have a Taurus G3XL 9mm that was given to me by cousin that I use for Home Defense).
it's all about finding what works best for you. Caliber-wise, I believe in the motto 'bigger is better,' opting for stopping power over everything else
I need the most stopping power, because where I live people are built like 600pound life so I can’t use 9mm, so I need 357mag, 44mag, 50AE, or 454casull.
feminist utopia? 🤣
@@wtfdtreats I don’t know what that means, I only know guns.
How about 10mm?
@@SuperSpecies but the 10mm does not have enough stopping power.
haha
This video was the most comprehensive and complete explanation of the process I have ever seen. Well done!
Good job, Colion. A really good list. And I like that you involved the local gun shop and recommended buying there.
S&W Equalizer is a good 1st gun at $500. You can get it with 2 different safety mechanisms and comes with 3 different mags. It's ready for the addition of a light and red dot too.
How to go broke
So true 😂 it’s never “just one”
Your videos are absolutely great. Love the advice as well. Keep up the fight.
This was a great video of you Colion, and also the quality of the production was great
Home defense? Ruger AR556 all the way! 🔥🔥
I tell everyone who wants to buy their first handgun that they are like tattoos. Once you buy one you won't stop and if you have both guns and tattoos you're going to be broke!
So true
I managed to stop at 2 tattoos. Guns? Well...let's just say I have more guns than tattoos 😂
@spskkaf lol I stopped at one tattoo but guns I can tell one is just the beginning..
Ladies......please follow this advice.......the guys in the store usually recommend a 380 and/or S&W EZ 9mm Buy what you like & can handle. Remember, 380 ammo costs more.
If they'd just make that EZ without a grip safety they'd sell a whole lot more of them.
@@dashcammer4322 The grip safety is awful. Especially on the performance center edition. Not to mention the very small capacity of 8 rounds.
I appreciate Colion flat out stating what he thinks a viewer should buy. Most of these type of videos or articles waste 15 minutes of your life just to end with, “But tt’s your choice” as if the viewer didn’t know that already. Thanks for actual recommendations
Some very valid and wise points covered in your post. Highly recommend to follow them.
Very well done. I had an idea of what it should include, and you hit about every point. Thank u sir
I've had 4 handguns so far. The 1st fit your list here perfectly. A 9mm Baby Desert Eagle. I used it as an every day carry for years, but found myself not carrying a lot due to size. I bough a Ruger LC9. Hated it, Couldn't hit a dinner plate at 20ft. But my Desert Eagle 9 became my home defense anyway and I sold that Ruger for a FN FNS-9C.
Thanks Colion! Never been much of a pistol guy but have been considering getting one. Good vid.
I absolutely found this video as a good source of information. My comment would be too long so I did post a review video on my shop's little youtube channel. Mr. Noir thank you for another great asset I can pass to my customers in the journey of a educated purchase.
Disagree with the buy 9mm, would suggest renting several and finding out what fits you best. He touches on this 2/3 the way through. Revolvers can be beneficial for individuals that have trouble chamberlin a semi-automatic pistols. A light and red dot are nice but do not fit everyone's needs. This is more what to look for when buying your first firearm, but not how to buy a firearm. The biggest part is being comfortable with your firearm, understanding how it functions, having respect for the firearm but not fear.
I love my Black and gold 50AE Desert Eagle... I drooled when i saw it. same exact one i have (CA legal version).
This video came out just in time for me. Thank you!!
Beretta px4 storm is a goodie
Thank you for the simple break down of what to look for. This was awesome❤❤
Good vid for those who don’t know where to start, but I disagree with your dismissal of revolvers. I bought a Smith & Wesson 586 with 6 inch barrel as my first handgun just over three years ago. It shoots 38 special, 38+ P, and 357 magnum. It is very easy to aim and shoot with its long site radius and six shots is plenty to hit the target, and I have a speed loader ready to load more. It can sit in my nightstand drawer untouched for months or even years and when I pull it out, I am confident it will work flawlessly. You can’t say that with a lot of semi autos I did follow up and buy a Sig Sauer 9 mm , about a year ago, so now I have a choice to fend off anyone dumb enough to break in while I’m here.
Well this has been one of the best TB show I think was very good and helpful for newbys for buy a gun. Thanks Colion
Good job with this video. The struggles real, and many of us went through it.
I grabbed that Walther PDP SD Pro Compact in Gray after seeing your review on it! It’s my very first firearm and I can’t put it down lol I wanted the steel frame match 5 inch but it was out of my budget at the moment lol that will be my next one tho!
Got my first handgun ( H.K p2000 ) a few weeks ago it was a nightmare i had to jump through so many hoop's cause im in CA but man was it worth it i love it.
Good advice for beginners last year i bought my first handgun which was a xd9 springfield even tho a lot of people hate springfield i thought it was a really comfortable gun and had all the safety i needed and is still running strong
I loved this video. Simple and straightforward advice without overthinking.
Smith & Wesson 2.0 compact is a great first gun.
Thanks for the straight forward advice. Beginner to advanced this advice is applicable to all.
congratulations on 2.83M subscribers, you must be doing something good. also the safe handling you exemplify is really good. anyone who consistently follows your lead will avoid accidents and enjoy maximum confidence. not over-confidence, maximum mindful confidence. thanks to mom and dad, who taught me respect for guns and responsibility in life, and to be a citizen of a free country. have a good one.
OMG _citizen of a free country_ !! that is so ignorant! I suggest watch Brian from _Here's the deal_
When I saw the thumbnail to this video I immediately knew you were doing a video from "Ray's" 👍👍
That was a great video, some people just don't know. I think you made a big difference.
I worked at a gun shop for 2 years. No problem showing customers guns. Other guns shops, some of them would get pissy about that. So choose wisely.
There are gun stores that get pissy about showing guns? Interesting. I'm a newbie and the place I got my gun from 2 days ago is very friendly and accommodating. I felt as comfortable as I could be, considering my newbie status. Glad I didn't walk into a "pissy" store.😄
No one has ever presented it this way. Great job 👍
Great information and thank you! I want a handgun but had no idea where to start!
Always great tips, and amazing insight!🙌
I needed this video about 10 guns ago…. 😆 Lucky for me, I’ve now landed on a tricked out CZ P01 for 6-8 months out of the year, and I’m getting ready to pick up a Sig P365 AXG Legion as a lighter weight carry for the remaining months. Great video to help future buyers with this process though. I still like all of my previous purchases, but most only get taken out when going shooting with friends.
Revolver for me. That's my preference.
Great advice. I always tell people if you like the gun and are comfortable with it, you are more likely to carry it and use it. If you aren't comfortable with it, you aren't going to want to carry it or use it. "My friend shoots....." stop right there, try it out for yourself because every gun is like a pair of underwear, find one that fits you, not one that fits your friend.
My first was a S&W Model 28.
My first gun is fn 509 tactical compact and i love it
As a recent new arrival (meaning I recently moved to a new state) I look forward to exploring a handgun purchase here. Thanks for this video. It gave me some things to think about.
My first gun was a Savage MK2 .22 lr. I was 12 and my dad and I went to K-mart and I picked it out and still have it almost 30 years later. Throughout my teen years I had other guns but I shouldn't have. When I was 29 my wife gave me a .22 Ruger single 6 and that became my EDC for a while. Then exactly one year ago I bought my first gun through a gun store background checks and all. I got a S&W M&P 2.0 in 10mm. I love it. It's my EDC. I didn't have the M&P problems you hear about. I love the 10mm and shoot it well. It's great in my hands. It was between that or a Glock 21(?) In .45ACP. I like Glock but my gut told me I'd like the M&P better.
I purchased my first gun at Ray's Sporting Goods where he filmed this, great store great selection, knowledgeable staff
My first gun was a M&P 2.0. Then I saw your review on the Staccato P , and game over. I now have three staccato’s. Pew Pew !!!
This is a great video. This is what I needed.
My nightstand companions Colt Python 🐍 and Wilson combat EDC X9 so I’m covered with a wheel gun and semiautomatic