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How to Pick the Right Handgun

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A Look at the Personal Firearm

One of the best deterrents of crime, it's no wonder so many people have or are looking to purchase a hand gun. If you fall into that category this lens is for you, especially if you are new to gun ownership. You will find resources on different manufactures, technique, and purchasing, as well as some of my top picks.

Hangun Manufacturers

Smith & Wesson: Official site of Smith & Wesson, the manufacturer of handguns, law enforcement products, and firearm safety and security products. Get technical details on Smith & Wesson pistols and revolvers, shop online, or find a dealer near you.
GLOCK: Official site of GLOCK, the manufacturer of handguns, knives, and accessories. Get information about GLOCK pistols and products, firearm safety, or the company and its history. In English and German.
Sturm, Ruger and Company: Arms makers for responsible sportsmen.
SIG Arms: Designs and builds firearms for the military, law enforcement, security agencies, self-defense, hunting, and competition.
Springfield Armory: From the famed 1911-A1 to the legendary M1A rifle. Also a large assortment of clothing and accessories.
Taurus International: Online home of Taurus, makers of hanguns, rifles, ammunition, and other defense, hunting, and security products. Ger information about pistols, revolvers, long guns, and ammunition, or find a Taurus dealer near you.
Beretta: Official site of Beretta, the Italian pistol and firearms manufacturer. Find out about Beretta handguns, shotguns, apparel, accessories, and spare or replacement parts, or find a dealer near you.
Magnum Research Inc.: Manufacturers of pistols including the Desert Eagle, Lone Eagle, Baby Eagle, and more.
Heckler & Koch, Inc.: U.S. subsidiary of Heckler & Koch, GmbH.
Kahr Arms: Makers of high quality 9mm and .40 caliber compact semi-autos pistols designed for concealed carry.
CZ-USA: Firearms manufacturer.
Colt: Official site of Colt, manufacturer of pistols, revolvers, rifles, and handgun accessories. Shop online for a Colt handgun or long gun, or order a custom weapon.
Walther America: Highly regarded centerfire handguns as well as other firearms.

Picking a Firearm

The most important factor is that the firearm is right for you and your situation.

There are many important factors that go into choosing the right handgun. The most important is choosing those factors that pertain to you unique situation. Cost, size, caliber, accuracy, realiability, grip feel, etc. are all important factors that need to be taken into account, however, in most cases you the perfect firearm may not be had.

By going out and looking at many different brands and types of firearms you will be able to get a better picture of what exactly you are looking for. Also, by researching online you can get to know the thoughts of the people who regularly handle firearms be it for work, or hobby.