gersdorf
Life Member
If you are looking for something to carry/conceal the Springfield XD or XD-M are great shooting guns. The XD-M is a little nicer. Can't go wrong with Smith and Wesson M&P either.
If you want to deer hunt with one a Smith and Wesson 44mag is real popular. And if you want some big knock down power the S & W 500 or 460 are pretty sweet. Ruger makes some nice revolvers too.
If you want to deer hunt with one a Smith and Wesson 44mag is real popular. And if you want some big knock down power the S & W 500 or 460 are pretty sweet. Ruger makes some nice revolvers too.
timekiller
No, you can't pet him.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: pharmer</div><div class="ubbcode-body">What do you want to do with it? </div></div>
How much you looking to spend is another question.
Without knowing the answer to either of those I'll second the Springfield XD suggestion.
Think of it as a Glock only better.
That could ruffle some feathers. /forum/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/grin.gif
How much you looking to spend is another question.
Without knowing the answer to either of those I'll second the Springfield XD suggestion.
Think of it as a Glock only better.
That could ruffle some feathers. /forum/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/grin.gif
nannyslayer
New Member
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: pharmer</div><div class="ubbcode-body">What do you want to do with it? </div></div>
Probably fight off all the women. By looking at his avatar, he is quite the ladies man. /forum/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/laugh.gif
Probably fight off all the women. By looking at his avatar, he is quite the ladies man. /forum/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/laugh.gif
Fishbonker
Life Member
I read somethig a long time ago about deer rifles and minimum ethical loads. I can't remember the numbers but it was X grain bullet with X force at 100 yards. I would guess the same "scale" could be used for a hand gun at what, 50 yards?
Any ideas on that?
Like I have said in other posts on hand guns, several years ago I bought a .40 H&K thinking I had a real deer killer. Didn't know a thing about different cartidges, I just went strictly on caliber. I don't even carry it anymore.
The 'Bonker
Any ideas on that?
Like I have said in other posts on hand guns, several years ago I bought a .40 H&K thinking I had a real deer killer. Didn't know a thing about different cartidges, I just went strictly on caliber. I don't even carry it anymore.
The 'Bonker
bowhuntr311
IowaWhitetail Addict
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: gersdorf</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> Springfield XD or XD-M are great shooting guns. Can't go wrong with Smith and Wesson M&P either. </div></div>
Both are great guns. I have shot both. I prefer the M&P but would take an XD in a heart beat.
If your just looking for a .22lr, I would look at a Browning buckmark. Great gun.
Both are great guns. I have shot both. I prefer the M&P but would take an XD in a heart beat.
If your just looking for a .22lr, I would look at a Browning buckmark. Great gun.
singlecoyote
Proud member of the IBA
I have the same question... I've been wanting something to shoot deer with. Thinking about a Ruger Super Redhawk 44 mag with a 7 1/2" barrel. Any thoughts on this gun?
Iowabowtech
Active Member
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: timekiller</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
Without knowing the answer to either of those I'll second the Springfield XD suggestion.
Think of it as a Glock only better.
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Glock...The innovator, not the imitator.
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Without knowing the answer to either of those I'll second the Springfield XD suggestion.
Think of it as a Glock only better.
</div></div>
Glock...The innovator, not the imitator.
/forum/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/grin.gif
gunrunr
Life Member
In my opinion, if its for deer a 44 mag is minimum - with 454 or 460 even better. I've see too many people think that a 40S&W or 45ACP would make a good deer gun and it doesn't. Personally, I use a 460 Smith with 10.5" bbbl and 2-7 Scope on top - extremely accurate and hard hitting. Shot a 160 class buck last year at 127 yds. with a bipod hooked on the gun for a steady shot.
If you want a plinker - get a 22 LR (cheap and easy to shoot). The Buckmark mentioned earlier is a perfect choice - good solid gun and very accurate.
Handguns take a little work and practice, not like picking up a varmint rifle with a scope. SIght picture and steady hold are lots more difficult and dedicated practice is extremely important for best results.
If you want a plinker - get a 22 LR (cheap and easy to shoot). The Buckmark mentioned earlier is a perfect choice - good solid gun and very accurate.
Handguns take a little work and practice, not like picking up a varmint rifle with a scope. SIght picture and steady hold are lots more difficult and dedicated practice is extremely important for best results.
blake
Life Member
This is my Conceal and Carry handgun:
Glock model 26 9mm
This is my deer hunting handgun:
Ruger Super RedHawk, .44 mag, mine is topped with a Burris scope.
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singlecoyote
Proud member of the IBA
Any thoughts on the Taurus Raging Bull 44 Mag? Good/Bad?
Thanks for the suggestions. I should have explained my intentions a little better. I really am not interested in deer hunting with it. Pistol shooting is something that I have always been interested in, but have never followed through with it. The .22 sounds like a good choice for getting started. Any suggestions on where to look for instruction? I am a beginner. Going to need instruction on everything from grip to pulling the trigger.
Blaster
PMA Member
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Single Coyote</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Any thoughts on the Taurus Raging Bull 44 Mag? Good/Bad? </div></div>
Great Gun! Very accurate, and fun to shoot! /forum/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/cool.gif I have a red dot on mine!
Great Gun! Very accurate, and fun to shoot! /forum/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/cool.gif I have a red dot on mine!
bjkpharmd
New Member
I have both my boys shooting the Ruger .22/45 (they each have their own gun) because I wanted them to be used to the grip style of a .45 govt model. My little girl is shooting a Berreta Neos with a red dot. We joined a really nice range last year close to home so we get there a fair amount of time. My .22 is the Ruger mark III, these guns have had thousands of rounds through them in the last year. Browning is a class .22 as well.
timekiller
No, you can't pet him.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: JakeWym</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> Any suggestions on where to look for instruction? I am a beginner. Going to need instruction on everything from grip to pulling the trigger. </div></div>
Jake PM me with any questions. I'm an instructor.
Jake PM me with any questions. I'm an instructor.
timekiller
No, you can't pet him.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Iowabowtech</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: timekiller</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
Without knowing the answer to either of those I'll second the Springfield XD suggestion.
Think of it as a Glock only better.
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Glock...The innovator, not the imitator.
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Without knowing the answer to either of those I'll second the Springfield XD suggestion.
Think of it as a Glock only better.
</div></div>
Glock...The innovator, not the imitator.
/forum/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/grin.gif
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Iowabowtech
Active Member
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: JakeWym</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> The .22 sounds like a good choice for getting started. </div></div>
Agreed. Some great choices have already been mentioned but the Walther P22 is a butt kicking .22 that's also a great transition to some of the larger caliber autos. It has a likeness to the frame and other ergonomic features of some of the most popular makes AND it's cheap to shoot which is always a plus.
Agreed. Some great choices have already been mentioned but the Walther P22 is a butt kicking .22 that's also a great transition to some of the larger caliber autos. It has a likeness to the frame and other ergonomic features of some of the most popular makes AND it's cheap to shoot which is always a plus.