best 9mm

[zombiescanlearn]

You're wise to start with 9mm. Don't worry about those who say it is not powerful "enough", etc. If you go look up the ballistics on it at fighting ranges, like, say 5 to 15 yards, it has plenty of on target power. And, you'll soon discover how challenging it is to group anything well at 45 feet/15 yds, let alone calibers with heavier recoil.

Also, it is easier to shoot accurately due to comparatively low recoil. And, ammo is less expensive than bigger calibers (yes, I know you can reload, so don't hit me with that, folks), so you'll shoot more, and more often.

Now as to pistol choices. I would not start with a compact anything since this is your first. I think you'll learn to shoot better starting with a full-sized pistol.

Next, I confess I am a strong 9mm fan, and own four different types and I can't really rank them, except to say that my Sig P226 is the best and most accurate 9mm I've ever shot or owned. I can recommend all four that I own, which are (in no particular order) Beretta 92, Sig P226, Glock 17, and HK USP Compact. I have handled a Ruger SR9 and it is pretty darned interesting, so you should give it a look.

To summarize, get yourself a good quality full sized 9mm pistol to start off with. Since the Glock trigger is a unique animal in itself, I'd hesitate to choose that as my starter pistol, but on the other hand there is nothing simpler to operate and if you learn to shoot it well, you'll be on your way. Choose your first pistol as if you are planning on keeping it for the rest of your life and buy the best that you can. Don't buy cheapos.

+1. Don't get involved with that whole .45, .40 or 9mm debate. Bottom line, shot placement. Get a pistol you're comfortable with and put as many rounds down range as you can. Take the money you save from shooting 9mm instead of .45 cal and take some tactical classes. You'll have a lot of fun. Good luck.

[223556]

Glock 17 or 19
(Glock 22 or 23 and buy the 17 or 19 barrel to shoot 9mm)

[Saym14]

you already have the answer- HK P30

[Sunday]

Try the feel of an M@P and a Glock and an XD and do not pay even close to list price for your choice. The price is right and they work well. 9 mm is a great choice.

[Thrashard340]

As a rookie gun owner myself, I felt the Glock 17/19 and Sig P-series the most friendly for my style of shooting. I have tried XD, M&P, 92FS, P229, P226, P2022, G19, G17. I have not had an opportunity to try CZ and FNP9 yet and those are the last two I still want to try out.

[nixorz]

my first handgun is a HK USP 9mm, great gun!

[The Virus]

get what you are the best with, in comfort and performance.
Everybody is going to recommend what they prefer.
M&P or Glock will be the simplest to use.

[MrExel17]

G17 or CZ Sp01 Tactical

[Napalm Bulldog]

I like my G34.

[Andy Taylor]

Hi-Power.

[shooperman]

Go for a Springfield XD. Love mine and would buy another in a heartbeat.