5 Tips for Buying Your First Firearm
Five simple tips to make your first gun purchase easier: know why you want one, learn your local laws, set a budget, try before you buy, and do not be intimidated.
Choosing Your First Gun
Plain-English help for picking your first firearm: handgun types, calibers, budget, new vs. used, and how to try before you buy.
I’m Thinking About Buying a Gun. Now What?
Still deciding whether gun ownership is right for you? Four questions worth thinking through before you take another step.
Picking Your First Gun: What’s It For?
Before you choose a gun, decide what you want it for. Home defense, concealed carry, hunting, target shooting, or just because, and how each shapes your options.
Why Take a Test Drive Before You Buy a Gun?
You would test drive a car before buying it. Handling and firing a gun first matters just as much. What to compare, and where to try one.
How Much Should I Spend on My First Handgun?
What is the real difference between a $300 handgun and a $1,500 one, and how much should a first-timer spend? An honest look at price, quality, and budget.
What Handgun Caliber Should a First-Timer Choose?
Caliber affects recoil, size, cost, and what a gun is good for. A beginner-friendly overview of 12 common handgun calibers, and why 9MM is a great place to start.
Revolver vs. Semi-Auto for Beginners
Revolver or semi-automatic? Neither is wrong for a first handgun. Here is how they compare on capacity, reloading, caliber, and cost, and which one I would pick.
What Kind of Gun Should I Buy First?
Not sure where to start? Begin with what the gun is for. A plain-English look at home defense and concealed carry options, with pros and cons for shotguns, rifles, and handguns.