[rustyc]

kinda on a limited buget anybody have any suggestions on a inexpensive semi auto hand gun by no means do i want cheap

 

[JMS39339]

It might help if you told us the actual range for your budget. Inexpensive to one person won't be to another.

The S&W sw40ve and Taurus 740 Slim are a couple of decent inexpensive pistols that come to mind.

There was a Springfield XD45 in the last Tradewinds for $460 in Grenada but like I'm not sure if that fits in your budget or not.

 

[speedyrev]

I had a Taurus 609 (Brazilian imported by Academy Sports) for a while. It felt great, shot great. I ran several hundred rounds through it and the only misfire was a defective cartridge. It was less than $300.

 

[jbpmidas]

If it is a short budget, I'd go with the .40. Ammo is cheaper.

Personally I prefer the .45, but I reload.

 

[DEADEYE 1]

When I have checked prices the Rugers seemed to be the lowest on American made. I saw a Springfield GI that was new for around 500. If you buy a quality used gun at a good price, you could always trade up later.Lot of owners on here, mabey someone has a good used 45 that they might part with. PM me about your price range and if you have anything to trade. Best, MM

 

[Xd357]

Ruger p series.

 

[Ed Hunter]

RIA 1911A1 CS .45 ACP

'Tis my favorite (not that I'm biased toward the 1911 platform).

I'm afraid I do not know the MSRP, but it will not break you.

 

[Rw]

Grab you a s&w sigma 40($299 at academy on sale), the trigger everyone gripes about is easy to fix... ive done several now. Mine feels like a glock with a 3.5lb connector now.

 

[critt77matt]

springfield 1911 are great guns and can upgrade as budget allows
but 40 is cheaper to shoot and 1911s capacity is limited

 

[kcin]

springfield 1911 are great guns and can upgrade as budget allows
but 40 is cheaper to shoot and 1911s capacity is limited

I second that....and springfield XD would be a good choice

Personally I would stay away from the S&W Sigma.....I have seen a quite a few that are jama mattics. Just my $0.02

 

[msredneck]

Buy you a cheap Glock in 45 acp...they have several models...I have the slimline....

put a 3.5 lb connector in it and you are golden

 

[jeff425]

Go with the 40 if at all possible. I retired from Law Enf. last year and have carried both for years and would take nothing for my glock 40 which was presented to me after retirement. You can't go wrong with either tho..

 

[fastarrow]

RIA 1911A1 CS .45 ACP

'Tis my favorite (not that I'm biased toward the 1911 platform).

I'm afraid I do not know the MSRP, but it will not break you.

$449 here in ocean springs. But CASH makes better deals!

 

[Sheeple]

S&W M&Ps are some of my favorites, and they go for under or around $500 new, used even less. Glocks are also fantastic, although less ergonomic.

Check out the S&W M&P40 and 45. I have the 45 and love it, if only I could afford to feed it.

If those are too pricey check out what Ruger and Taurus have to offer. They both make great inexpensive handguns.

 

[HKing]

I had a Taurus pt111 9mm for a while that I enjoyed. I never carried it concealed cause I didn't have my permit but it was a good size for it. The 40 and 45 in that series are pretty comparable size wise. I got the 9mm for a little over 400 out the door.

I had a S&W M&P 40 for a while that I really enjoyed but got offered more than I had in it and sold it.

Rock Island makes very good 1911's for the price.

Like others said, go with 40 over 45 if funds are limited.....much cheaper to shoot.

 

[Lavon]

All mentioned are great choices.

I love my 24/7 in .45, as do my wife and oldest daughter.

Comes in 9mm and .40 as well. If you want better concealment, look at the 24/7 Pro & Pro C...and even smaller Millennium series. Prices between $350-550