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<blockquote data-quote="Traxion" data-source="post: 288172" data-attributes="member: 983"><p>I'm finally crossing the bridge into getting a handgun for home/personal protection. The use will be at home locked up in a quick access safe, traveling, and camping in the far reaches. I most often have some sort of firearm available, but not easy access or small. I'm not a fear monger and really have no expectation of ever using it, but with some things that have happened recently I feel I should be better prepared just in case. I have never been incredibly fond of handguns. Not the fault of the handgun itself, I've just seen/encountered too much reckless behavior with them compared to long guns. I have shot them but wouldn't call myself incredibly confident with one.</p><p></p><p>So, I have narrowed my choices to a few compact handguns. It will really come down to fit but the Springfield XD-S is at the top of the list right now. I am planning to go 9mm. I know there are arguments that PP gun should always start in the .4 caliber range, but I don't want to get into a big discussion on that. </p><p></p><p>My questions really are-</p><p></p><p>What sort of training course would you recommend? I'm not really interested in a multi-day affair, just a day to go over the basics. Any organizations put them on that you would recommend? What about any specific courses for those with very little familiarity with guns? I would like my wife to perhaps take something as well.</p><p></p><p>What would you recommend for a quick access, small handgun safe for home use? </p><p></p><p>What else would you give for advice?</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Traxion, post: 288172, member: 983"] I'm finally crossing the bridge into getting a handgun for home/personal protection. The use will be at home locked up in a quick access safe, traveling, and camping in the far reaches. I most often have some sort of firearm available, but not easy access or small. I'm not a fear monger and really have no expectation of ever using it, but with some things that have happened recently I feel I should be better prepared just in case. I have never been incredibly fond of handguns. Not the fault of the handgun itself, I've just seen/encountered too much reckless behavior with them compared to long guns. I have shot them but wouldn't call myself incredibly confident with one. So, I have narrowed my choices to a few compact handguns. It will really come down to fit but the Springfield XD-S is at the top of the list right now. I am planning to go 9mm. I know there are arguments that PP gun should always start in the .4 caliber range, but I don't want to get into a big discussion on that. My questions really are- What sort of training course would you recommend? I'm not really interested in a multi-day affair, just a day to go over the basics. Any organizations put them on that you would recommend? What about any specific courses for those with very little familiarity with guns? I would like my wife to perhaps take something as well. What would you recommend for a quick access, small handgun safe for home use? What else would you give for advice? [/QUOTE]
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