# Choosing your next gun? **URL:** \ **Category:** Guns\ **Created:** [August 5, 2020, 10:00pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854 "2020-08-05T22:00:03Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 2
**Author:** ![Wood](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/community.usconcealedcarry.com/wood/32/10460_2.png) [@Wood](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/Wood)\ **Post date:** [August 6, 2020, 8:18pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854/21 "2020-08-06T20:18:01Z")
I’m thinking the Ruger LCP II is going to be my next purchase. I don’t have a “pocket pistol” or BUG to EDC so I’m thinkin’ I need one of these. My wife says no…to even a BB gun 😒 ---
**Author:** ![Dave17](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/community.usconcealedcarry.com/dave17/32/15053_2.png) [@Dave17](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/Dave17)\ **Post date:** [August 6, 2020, 8:23pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854/22 "2020-08-06T20:23:45Z")
I have considered buying one, but I can get at least two others for the same price. And it would not be an EDC for me, as I do not like external safeties, especially that grip safety. But they do shoot nicely. ---
**Author:** ![Johnnyq60](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/community.usconcealedcarry.com/johnnyq60/32/181828_2.png) [@Johnnyq60](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/Johnnyq60)\ **Post date:** [August 7, 2020, 10:33am UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854/23 "2020-08-07T10:33:54Z")
Has she looked at the 9mm M&P Shield 2.0 or the Glock 43, just some suggestions. ---
**Author:** ![NickC](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/community.usconcealedcarry.com/nickc/32/20509_2.png) [@NickC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/NickC)\ **Post date:** [August 7, 2020, 10:36am UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854/24 "2020-08-07T10:36:42Z")
@Johnnyq60 Haha, funny you mention those because she has them on her list. They are available and in stock at our local shop. ---
**Author:** ![Johnnyq60](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/community.usconcealedcarry.com/johnnyq60/32/181828_2.png) [@Johnnyq60](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/Johnnyq60)\ **Post date:** [August 7, 2020, 10:38am UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854/25 "2020-08-07T10:38:15Z")
Wow I’m glad about that and I bet she will go with the Shield.👍 ---
**Author:** ![Tyler35](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/977dab/32.png) [@Tyler35](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/Tyler35)\ **Post date:** [August 7, 2020, 1:03pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854/26 "2020-08-07T13:03:48Z")
Not really in the handgun market at the moment, Im currently looking at rifle uppers and barrels. Buuuuut, I do wish to one day aquire a sub compact 9mm within the next few years. I don’t have one yet. I’d like one as a backup to throw in the glove compartment or a backpack as needed. Something for $400 or less, like Mossbergs mc1. It’s cute and practical… by my tactical standards 🥰 ---
**Author:** ![Dawn](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/community.usconcealedcarry.com/dawn/32/24_2.png) [@Dawn](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/Dawn)\ **Post date:** [August 7, 2020, 2:13pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854/27 "2020-08-07T14:13:55Z")
I remember that one… It’s an oldie! ---
**Author:** ![JamesR](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/community.usconcealedcarry.com/jamesr/32/2051_2.png) [@JamesR](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/JamesR)\ **Post date:** [August 7, 2020, 8:14pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854/28 "2020-08-07T20:14:37Z")
Maybe check out Rock River Arms as well. My first AR was a Rock River…moderately priced (e.g. inexpensive 🙂 ) and accurate as all get out. I love that bad boy. ---
**Author:** ![JamesR](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/community.usconcealedcarry.com/jamesr/32/2051_2.png) [@JamesR](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/JamesR)\ **Post date:** [August 7, 2020, 8:24pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854/29 "2020-08-07T20:24:05Z")
For me…I usually see something on a gun tubers channel or hear about some new hotness coming from a manufacture and then go watch a bunch of video reviews for it. I really try and find video reviews that don’t like the gun to make sure I understand all the negatives. I also check with the guys down at my gun shop and see what their view is on it. Then I want it, I go and check my math in the following order… Y = X+1 where Y is how many guns I SHOULD have, and X is the current number of guns owned at the moment…once that math checks I move on to the next equation which is… Is X \< D, where X is the dollar cost of the gun and D equals the amount of money that if spent on a gun would generate immediate divorce proceedings. 🙂 Then I start researching who has the gun in stock and at what price and see if there are any deals to be had and then I start saving up. Hopefully by the time I’ve saved enough, I’ve had the opportunity to see the gun in action at the range and get a review from an actual owner. If all that pans out positive, then I pull the trigger and drop the cash. ---
**Author:** ![ToddN](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/e95f7d/32.png) [@ToddN](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/ToddN)\ **Post date:** [August 11, 2020, 1:10am UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854/30 "2020-08-11T01:10:36Z")
I do a lot of research on line. Ask questions of those I trust. Then when I have the list narrowed down, I rent them at my range and see how I feel after shooting them. Next purchase is more of a “I want that” right now, than a specific need. ---
**Author:** ![David-65](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/community.usconcealedcarry.com/david-65/32/19924_2.png) [@David-65](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/David-65)\ **Post date:** [September 28, 2020, 4:34am UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854/31 "2020-09-28T04:34:49Z")
> [@Todd30](#): > > would like one more! Yeah, always; oooooo look at that ---
**Author:** ![Todd30](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/community.usconcealedcarry.com/todd30/32/40525_2.png) [@Todd30](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/Todd30)\ **Post date:** [September 28, 2020, 5:10am UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854/32 "2020-09-28T05:10:59Z")
AR-45 with a 10 inch barrel ---
**Author:** ![amnoverwatch](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/community.usconcealedcarry.com/amnoverwatch/32/20604_2.png) [@amnoverwatch](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/amnoverwatch)\ **Post date:** [September 28, 2020, 7:07am UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854/33 "2020-09-28T07:07:56Z")
Like Oldgnome I don’t really go into the store to try a bunch of guns I tend to do research into my needs and what will meet those needs before I assess the particular comforts. I love guns but not being made of money I would be content with having just one or two weapons of each “calling” shall we say. While that could still mean quite a few Honestly I’d aim to keep it less than ten overall. In a SHTF scenario I don’t like the idea of not being able to get all of my guns ammo and other essentials out in one vehicle. Right now my next firearm will likely be a Bersa TPR9c for a better conceal carry, or an old wheel gun .357 for the same purpose. This ammo shortage is killing my range time vibes. ---
**Author:** ![Todd30](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/community.usconcealedcarry.com/todd30/32/40525_2.png) [@Todd30](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/Todd30)\ **Post date:** [September 28, 2020, 6:24pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854/34 "2020-09-28T18:24:13Z")
I agree, I reload .45 ACP and I have my 1911. To have an AR 45 would make a lot of sense since it is the same round. Do you like how I think? Rather than getting a 300 blackout, which is a good gun but, that would have to be another type of round that I would have to reload. ---
**Author:** ![amnoverwatch](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/community.usconcealedcarry.com/amnoverwatch/32/20604_2.png) [@amnoverwatch](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/amnoverwatch)\ **Post date:** [September 28, 2020, 6:47pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854/35 "2020-09-28T18:47:46Z")
For me I was eyeing the Five-Seven and P90 for this reason. Although expensive in nearly every way it was overall a good system as far as I could tell to defend myself from nearly any threat. once you start pushing your shots out past the 5.7’s effective range you better be active duty or a LEO before you try to say it was a justified use of force. I know a lot of people like the 300 Blackout but personally I’d rather use my Beretta in combination with a 9x19 carbine. I see some bad reviews on some of the re-chambering of older rifles like the M-1 but I think I’d almost prefer that sort of base instead of something like the Scorpion. Not saying it’s ineffective I just don’t think I would want another “new” platform in my own arsenal. Maybe a MP5 but knowing the way the bullet does in longer barrels I still think I’d prefer something longer. As for reloading I definitely would be interested in that especially if I could reload for all my rounds however I currently don’t live in a place that has the space or privacy for such a thing. Don’t want to keep up my neighbors as it were. ---
**Author:** ![David-65](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/community.usconcealedcarry.com/david-65/32/19924_2.png) [@David-65](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/David-65)\ **Post date:** [September 30, 2020, 8:11pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854/36 "2020-09-30T20:11:09Z")
> [@Todd30](#): > > reload .45 ACP and I have my I don’t reload however have 9mm handguns & carbines. Waiting for things to brighten up for a 45 acp carbine so yes I like the way you think about that… ---
**Author:** ![Joshua\_R](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/community.usconcealedcarry.com/joshua_r/32/20834_2.png) [@Joshua\_R](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/Joshua_R)\ **Post date:** [October 2, 2020, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854/38 "2020-10-02T20:17:36Z")
My next is a Glock 19 mos I am getting it tomorrow and I can’t wait. Optic going on and everything ---
**Author:** ![larry84](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/45deac/32.png) [@larry84](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/larry84)\ **Post date:** [October 8, 2020, 4:34pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854/39 "2020-10-08T16:34:33Z")
My next weapon will be a Dan Wesson Vigil in 9MM. I don’t need another 9MM but I really like the Dan Wesson line up. The price is fair,I would like better if it had been all Stainless Steel, but it is still a great looking weapon. Larry ---
**Author:** ![Mlman](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/community.usconcealedcarry.com/mlman/32/17063_2.png) [@Mlman](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/Mlman)\ **Post date:** [October 8, 2020, 5:15pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854/40 "2020-10-08T17:15:13Z")
Due to a downturn in income, the debate between AR & PCC will be raging in my mind for some time. ---
**Author:** ![KittyLovesGod](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/community.usconcealedcarry.com/kittylovesgod/32/17560_2.png) [@KittyLovesGod](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/KittyLovesGod)\ **Post date:** [October 16, 2020, 6:45pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854/41 "2020-10-16T18:45:24Z")
I’ve been searching high and low for a Shield EZ Elite and have had zero luck! I just dont know what I should do! I have had a 9mm a long time. [Previous page](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854.md?page=1) [Next page](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/choosing-your-next-gun/33854.md?page=3)