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10 Best First Handguns for Beginners

Best Handguns in Oklahoma City, OK

Investing in a firearm to protect yourself and your family is a big commitment. Even if you’re purchasing a handgun for the shooting range, it’s important to consider your options before pulling the trigger. We have guns for self defense and guns for hunters. Our gun superstore has everything you need for a positive shooting experience. Our knowledgeable team at H&H Shooting Sports in Oklahoma City, OK, has put together a list of the ten best first handguns for beginners. We’ll help you find the best handgun for your needs.

How to Select the Best Handgun for You

This may be a top 10 list, but you won’t find the single best handgun for every beginner. There are many factors to consider before selecting a handgun for your personal protection or shooting range outing. We always put your safety first. We want to help you be as confident as possible with the type of handgun you choose. We recommend taking a training course before using your new handgun on your own. Another good option for you would be our H&H Daily Range Specials to try out a few handguns before buying one for yourself. It’s essential to determine how you will use your new firearm. A concealed carry firearm needs to be comfortable in your hands and have the safety features that help you feel confident carrying it. A competition handgun needs accuracy and rate of fire to keep you shooting straight and excelling in any competitive event. Our knowledgeable team members will help you find the best handgun for your needs and goals.

  1. Smith & Wesson 41 Rimfire M41

The Smith & Wesson 41 Rimfire M41 boasts precision sights, an ergonomic c grip, and overall construction that you should expect from a leading firearm manufacturer. The adjustable trigger stops rear target sights and keeps you shooting straight, while the seven-inch barrel and 22-long rifle caliber make this rimfire pistol an excellent stopping power option. The gun only weighs 44.8 ounces and has a 10-round capacity.

  1. Glock 43

The compact Glock 43 is an excellent first gun for personal defense. The handgun weighs only 1.25 pounds and is 3.41 inches long. In an emergency personal defense situation, the six-round capacity is usually more than enough ammunition. The comfort of a Glock 43 is increased with an ambidextrous grip, beaver trail design, and affordable 9mm Luger ammunition.

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  1. Springfield XD Mod 2

The Springfield XD Mod 2 has a full-sized grip for excellent control. Gun enthusiasts love that it has a trigger safety with an innovative grip pattern. Many new gun owners fear accidentally dropping their firearm, so the trigger safety helps avoid accidental discharge.

 

  1. Heckler and Koch VP9

Heckler and Koch VP9 is easy to handle at a little over 1.5 pounds. It has a magazine capacity of 15+1 and a unique feature of glow-in-the-dark 3-dot sights. One great thing for beginners with this gun is the interchangeable grip panels for the backstrap, right, and left grip sides.

  1. Ruger LCR9

The Ruger LCR9 has a height of 4.5 inches and a barrel length of 1.87 inches. It’s best for a concealed carry gun. We recommend this gun as one of the first handguns for beginners because it’s as simple as pointing and shooting. The double-action-only trigger requires a long pull to help with the fear of an accidental discharge

 

  1. Smith and Wesson M&P 9 2.0

The Smith and Wesson M&P 9 2.0 helps accelerate learning for an easy experience. To manage recoil, a stainless steel chassis helps reduce flex with a low barrel bore axis. This gun has a trigger pull weight to prevent it from veering off target. Gun owners also love it has four interchangeable grip inserts.

  1. Taylors and Company .45 Colt

Another popular revolver for your first handgun is the Taylors and Company .45 Colt. A blade front sight, exposed hammer, and walnut grip adds to this revolver’s classic Western look. The .45 caliber ammunition packs a punch, making it a fun handgun to shoot at a range. While this firearm may not have the compact frame or safety features of most concealed carry options, it has a beautiful look and iconic feel that makes it a great option.

 

  1. Springfield Armory Hellcat

The Springfield Armory Hellcat includes an adaptive grip texture for enhanced grip features. The higher grip helps prevent the muzzle from rising during recoil. The trigger consists of a safety blade with a little over five pounds pull weight. The Hellcat helps a beginner shooter accurately hit their target with ease.

  1. Kahr CW9

The Kahr CW9 is a 9 mm that easy to conceal and easy to learn to shoot. Most gun owners love that it doesn’t ever jam, making it easy to shoot. The Kahr CW9 has a firm grip that makes it easy to handle for beginners. This handgun weighs less than a pound without many moving parts.

 

  1. Glock G19X G5

The Glock G19X G5 is a versatile handgun for a beginner. While not as accurate or compact as other handguns, this crossover firearm boasts many benefits of compact and full-size pistols. It includes rising grooves on the handle and loads a 17-round magazine. The G19X G5 comes with all the reliable manufacturing precision you’ve come to expect from Glock, so you don’t have to worry about manufacturing errors when you need to use your handgun.

 

Leroy Ussery, Owner of H&H Shooting Sports, shows a handgun to a guest on the sales floor.

Shop for the Best Handguns at H&H Shooting Sports

At H&H Shooting Sports, we have a wide range of popular handguns, ammunition, and accessories for first-time shooters. Whether you’re looking to stay safe with a concealed carry weapon or preparing for an outing to your local shooting range, shop for handguns today. Discuss your handgun needs with our team to see how we can help you find the best firearm for you. H&H Shooting Sports is Oklahoma’s Headquarters for Guns & Gear