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The 7 Best Handguns For The New Shooter

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Whether it's for law enforcement or civilian self-defense pistol, these bad boys are the best handguns in the business.

Your First Self-Defense Pistol | 7 Best Handguns for the New Shooter

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There are several firearms available today that I could list as one of the 7 best handguns for the new shooter. To make the list, a firearm has to meet the following: have some type of safety feature, is known for accuracy, is easy to clean, is reliable and is available in 9mm pistol.

Note, however, that the compatibility between gun and shooter depends upon the shooter. It depends how big their hands are, what they're looking for in a gun and what they need it to do.

Here is a list of the 7 best handguns for the new shooter.

 

1. Springfield XD

Man Holding XD-S Gun | The Best Handguns for the New Shooter

Xd-S Mod.2® Single Stack Series Photo by Springfield Armory

After I got out of the military, the full-size XD9 was the first pistol I purchased—and I actually still own it. The XD line is an excellent striker fired, polymer pistol.

They tend to come in 9mm, .40 S&W, and .45ACP and are available in a plethora of different sizes. One model is even available in the venerable .357 Sig cartridge.

These firearms are about as safe as you can get, without actually having a manual safety that you have to flip off. Finally, they are also easy to field strip and clean.

2. Smith & Wesson M&P

Smith & Wesson M&P 45 Auto | The Best Handguns for the New Shooter

Smith & Wesson M&P Photo by Smith Wesson

Smith & Wesson's M&P line of handguns is an excellent option in the striker fired, polymer framed self-defense pistol category. The M&Ps meet all our requirements for a safe weapon because they can be purchased with a manual safety feature.

They do have other safety features as well if you're like me and don't want mechanical safety. These handguns are comfortable to hold, are reliable and are available in different sizes.

Projectiles range from .22 up to .45, to make sure you can feel comfortable behind the trigger.

3. Ruger LCR9

This list of guns wouldn't be complete without at least one revolver. Revolvers are great because they are simple, point-and-shoot firearms.

A decent self-defense handgun with remarkable stopping power. There is literally almost no room for error.

Just don't miss your target five times, or you'll be in trouble. The safety feature on this handgun is the incredibly long double action only (DAO) trigger, which you have to intend to pull.

Recoil on these little snubs can be intense for newer shooters. So make sure you're ready for it and understand proper shooting mechanics, first.

 

4. Glock 19

It pains me to put a Glock on my list because I'm not a fanboy. There are other pro-shooters out there who swear by them, and who am I to argue with the pros?

I listed the 19 because it is chambered in 9mm, which is an excellent choice for self-defense. It's polymer frame, although lightweight, aids in absorbing the recoil making it one of the best handguns for newbies.

And, it does have the trigger safety to help reduce negligent discharges. Furthermore, Glocks are arguably the most reliable handgun in the world, so there's also that.

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5. Beretta PX4 Storm

The PX4 is an uber-safe, comfortable and reliable handgun that some people overlook, simply because it isn't as popular as the others on this list. Having a manual safety/de-cocker that needs to be disengaged before it can be fired is positive in the minds of some new shooters.

Plus, once you disengage the safety, you'll have a long double action trigger, unless you pull the hammer back. It is available in 9mm, .40S&W, and .45 auto colt pistol.

6. Walther CCP

This is a bit of an oddball to be on this list because it is a different type of handgun. Yet, it does have a manual safety, and is a perfect firearm for someone with weaker hands, because of Walther's “Softcoil” gas-delayed blowback system.

It is also ideal for shooters who have a hard time pulling the slide back to send a round into the chamber.

7. KAHR CW9

Not only are they reliable and accurate self-defense handguns, but the craftsmanship is also striking with its carbon fiber finish. And even after several hundreds of rounds, the KAHR CW9 will still fire. All these qualities and more make it one of the best handguns for newbies they can carry without any reservations.

Now that you know the 7 best handguns for the new shooter, check out this video from fmgpubs to know how to clean and maintain your guns:

Gun Cleaning 101

I would like to state here that having a mechanical safety feature doesn't mean the firearm won't “go off” unintended. Then again, it is one more step you need to take in a self-defense scenario.

We always recommend practicing as much as you can. That way you get used to flipping it to the “fire” position whenever needed.

Are your favorite handguns on the list? Tell us about it in the comments section below! 

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Editor’s Note: This post was originally published on April 2, 2018, and has been updated for quality and relevancy

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