What is the Best Self Defense Pistol?
I was looking for a dual purpose handgun to take to the range and shoot as a hobby and to use for self defense in the home and on my person. I spoke to many experts, reviewed many online resources and visited local gun dealers and handled many pistols to find the answer to this question. Here are some things you may need to consider when choosing a firearm for your personal self defense. 1. Budget – how much can you spend on the handgun and on the bullets. 2. Use – do you want it just for at home or do you plan to carry the firearm on your person. 3. Personal Strength – is the caliber weapon you are considering “too much for you to handle”. 4. Safety – do you require safety features to prevent accidental firing. 5. Feel – does the firearm “feel good” when you hold it. 6. Accuracy – This is a no brainer – you want accuracy. 7. Reliability – This is also a no brainer – you don’t want your firearm to jam when you need it most. 8. Ease of use – is it simple to fire and clean? 9. Rounds – h
