WTB. Got ~$300 to spend.

[PerfectTofu]

Hi guys. I'm a new prospective handgun owner here. I was shown this site buy a local dealer. I have about $300 to spend on a handgun. I'd like it to be 9mm but will entertain other offers. I know its not much, but I'm a poor college student looking to protect himself while away from home (i live in a ghetto place). I'd like the handgun to have at least one safety as well as an external hammer as I'm new to this and it would make me feel more comfortable handling the gun. Thank you!

I should probably add that I live in the San Mateo County.

[Akers]

Save another hundred and buy a Glock. If it is your one handgun and you need reliability it is the way to go.

No to the haters who want to say fan boy..I own Glocks, but I also own 1911's and XD's.

[PerfectTofu]

I've thought about saving up for a glock but $300 is literally all i can afford. I'm a full time student with no source of income. saving another $50 would mean seaweed packets and water for a month. I've heard that I can get some pretty decent and reliable guns for under $300 so I don't think it should be too much of an issue should it? I know the old saying "you get what you pay for" holds true here, as it does with anything else, but I think $300 is a reasonable amount of money for a reasonable handgun, no?

[AK Junkie]

look into Hi Point pistols, they're in your price range.

[TheCarpenter]

Be patient and you'll find a deal, stay away from junk!

[Jimmybacon43]

You could get something used for within that or a little bit above it.
You're sure it has to be a handgun? You could get a really good shotgun for 300 or less, if it's for home protection.

If it has to be a handgun, check out the Ruger P95. It's around 300 and it shoots pretty well, very reliable and will last a long time.

[opos]

Recently there have been a couple of model 92 Taurus semi automatics in 9mm for around $300 or a bit less...full size, reliable, home defense weapon...lots of brand snobbery against Taurus but I've owned 2 of the 92's (still got one) and they are a great pistol...Just keep your eyes open..the 92 is too big for a carry weapon but doubt you are looking for a carry situation. They are available in either the AFS(polished stainless) or in the AF (blued) versions..both the same mechanically. Been around for a long time and lots of them out there...frequently come up for sale.

Picture is of mine...no, not for sale..

Good hunting.

[jscatmaster]

please get some training first, for your own safety. then find a gun that you are comfortable with.there are a few options available in used guns such as HiPoint, taurus,kahr,or even tokarev and cz. But you should really get some training first. if you were local I would offer to take you out and teach you myself.

[Loubot10]

Take a hundred and learn about guns, rent and shoot guns, get information on this site. Study the pricing in the "marketplace" forums and you'll get an idea of what pricing should be.

While you do that for a couple of months, save up the money you need to buy the gun you want.

[Whiskey_Sauer]

I've thought about saving up for a glock but $300 is literally all i can afford. I'm a full time student with no source of income. saving another $50 would mean seaweed packets and water for a month. I've heard that I can get some pretty decent and reliable guns for under $300 so I don't think it should be too much of an issue should it? I know the old saying "you get what you pay for" holds true here, as it does with anything else, but I think $300 is a reasonable amount of money for a reasonable handgun, no?

How much do you think ammo costs? How much do you plan to purchase?

Where do you plan to shoot? (Range fees may apply.)

Do you have eye and ear protection? How much do you think that costs?

If you don't plan to shoot or practice at all, what is your plan to become proficient at shooting a handgun?

If the choice is literally between owning a handgun and eating (absent some circumstance you haven't told us about), your priorities may be out of line.

[jdigi101]

Get a ruger mark 2 or 3. If you cannot afford more than $300 for the handgun good luck feeding a 9mm.

[PerfectTofu]

You could get something used for within that or a little bit above it.
You're sure it has to be a handgun? You could get a really good shotgun for 300 or less, if it's for home protection.

If it has to be a handgun, check out the Ruger P95. It's around 300 and it shoots pretty well, very reliable and will last a long time.

I live in a tiny 1 bedroom, kitchen, 1 bath house. it would be hard to swing a shotgun around.

Recently there have been a couple of model 92 Taurus semi automatics in 9mm for around $300 or a bit less...full size, reliable, home defense weapon...lots of brand snobbery against Taurus but I've owned 2 of the 92's (still got one) and they are a great pistol...Just keep your eyes open..the 92 is too big for a carry weapon but doubt you are looking for a carry situation. They are available in either the AFS(polished stainless) or in the AF (blued) versions..both the same mechanically. Been around for a long time and lots of them out there...frequently come up for sale.

Picture is of mine...no, not for sale..

Good hunting.

Looks good. I'll look into it.

please get some training first, for your own safety. then find a gun that you are comfortable with.there are a few options available in used guns such as HiPoint, taurus,kahr,or even tokarev and cz. But you should really get some training first. if you were local I would offer to take you out and teach you myself.

I've had some training. took a couple handgun courses. been to the range multiple times. I'm estimating here but I've probably put down a couple thousand rounds down range. I'm confident I can clear jams and whatnot.

How much do you think ammo costs? How much do you plan to purchase?

Where do you plan to shoot? (Range fees may apply.)

Do you have eye and ear protection? How much do you think that costs?

If you don't plan to shoot or practice at all, what is your plan to become proficient at shooting a handgun?

If the choice is literally between owning a handgun and eating (absent some circumstance you haven't told us about), your priorities may be out of line.

I've already calculated all of that into my allotted funds. as for purely purchasing a handgun, i've set aside $300.



Alright, I know a lot of you have something to say about my low budget. I've already accounted for range time and ammo and the sorts. that's another pool of money I've set aside. As for practice and range time, I have some and I feel I am ready to dive into ownership of a handgun. I've looked at shotguns and rifles. I've even borrowed my friend's to test if I can move around the house but its just too big. I notice a lot of people are telling me to save up for a better gun. I understand the desire to do this. But doing so is like saying "why buy a car A when you can save up for car B that is much better?" Because of necessity, not luxury. It is an endless cycle. Before I know it, i'll have a $5000 gun that shoots the same bullet.

What I'm asking is for some guidance (and maybe offers if you have them). Not people to be critical of me. I have $300 to buy a handgun.

[Whiskey_Sauer]

Here you go: http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/s...8#post13612138

[taguin]

pm sent.

[PerfectTofu]

taguin, I've replied to your email.