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Pistols For First Time Shooters

by NRABlog Staff - Thursday, February 4, 2016

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Kimber Micro 9

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The Kimber Micro 9 is a .380 ACP pistol that is easy for anyone to handle. Many new shooter can have issues racking a pistol's slide, but the Micro 9's is smooth and perfect for the inexperienced.

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Sig Sauer P320

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Sig Sauer's P320 is available in 9mm, .40S&W, .357SIG, and .45ACP, allowing versatility if you prefer a specific bullet. Its smooth trigger pull and comfortable grip makes it a favorite among beginning shooters.

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Taurus 1911

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Team Taurus captain Jessie Duff recommends Taurus's 9mm variant of the 1911, which retains the legendary design's full size frame and gives the shooter plenty to hold on to. And thanks to the smaller caliber, the gun's frame aids in reducing recoil - a plus for new shooters.

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Smith & Wesson M&P 22 Compact

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Team Smith & Wesson captain Julie Golob says Smith & Wesson's M&P 22 Compact is the best starter pistol. The .22 caliber pistol is a 15% smaller version of the popular M&P 22 and is an excellent pistol for first time shooters. Due to its very low recoil, shooters can focus on perfecting their technique before moving to larger bullet sizes.

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Colt Competition Pistol

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The Colt Competition Pistol can be used in a variety of situations and comes in 9mm and .45 cal variants. Smooth to rack and featuring a dual spring recoil system and adjustable rear sight, this gun is a solid choice for new shooters.

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Ruger SR22

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Ruger's SR22 is a .22 cal pistol is a great gun for a beginner that benefits from a low recoil and a quieter shot due to the bullet's size.

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Glock 34

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Team Glock's Tori Nonaka recommends the 9mm Glock 34. Designed to be the same overall length as Government Model 1911s, the Glock 34 has a great fit that's customizable to a shooter's hand and is smooth to use - excellent for someone just starting out.

Taking your first step into the world of firearms can be a little intimidating. There are lot of different guns out there made for all kinds of uses. How do you know which one is right for you?

At last month's Shooting, Hunting, and Outdoor Trade Show in Las Vegas, we visited several of the biggest names in firearms to ask which of their pistols they would recommend to a first time shooter.

Click through the gallery to see how each of these pistols are excellent for first time shooters in their own ways.

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Kimber Micro 9

Sig Sauer P320

Taurus 1911

Smith & Wesson M&P 22 Compact

Colt Competition Pistol

Ruger SR22

Glock 34

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