Can a person really "have it all" with one pistol?

[obijohn]

I think that yes, you can do all, or almost all with one handgun. Those that have mentioned the medium framed .357 magnum have it right. That being said, I still prefer a 1911 to shoot and carry glocks.

 

[Hopper]

Agreed mostly with the CZ comments. I have the P-01, and just love it. I also have the 2014 P-07 model in both 9mm and .40. I could quite easily and happily go down to the P-07 as my only gun if I had to, which is very close in dimensions to the G19/G23. The question would be which caliber... ideally, I'd be able to keep both so I could have ammo flexibility.

 

[Bravo-4-2]

For some people on a tight budget or a complete newbie, one gun is what they need. It's better to completely learn and train and become very proficient with one gun than trying to learn a Glock 26 and a 1911 at the same time. It's a better way to start IMHO.

Thankfully, there are a welcome few who frequent this forum who have a clue. Thank you. Yes, one gun can serve quite well.

 

[DeadeyeChrista'sdad]

Reminds me of my old ruger p 90. For several years, that was it. And i was pretty fair with it. I wore it out. Nowadays, faced with that choice, I'd choose a 4 inch smith or Ruger revolver.

 

[littletommy]

I've been carrying my SR45 for about a month now, and if it had big boobs and a nice butt, I'd divorce my wife and marry it. LOVE that gun! And from what I've read on INGO, 45 acp is a proper bear killer,too. If I've ever had one weapon that could do it all, EDC, HD, and fun at the range, it is the SR45.

 

[RND]

I "have it all" in a Glock 30S, but also enjoy my GP100MC and SR1911 CMD

 

[Expat]

If I was limited to just one handgun, I would take my Sig M11-A1. There is always a trade off on size and comfort to carry vs. round capacity and shootability.

 

[357 Terms]

...It's hard to go wrong with a 4 inch Smith in .357 magnum for a "one gun to do most" philosophy

With all do respect to the fanboys, this is the best answer.

Good for hunting, range and self defense.

The versatility of the 38/357 platform is the best choice.

 

[xdmdude]

Yup glock 19

 

[VERT]

With all do respect to the fanboys, this is the best answer.

Good for hunting, range and self defense.

The versatility of the 38/357 platform is the best choice.

I agree with this statement if we include hunting or ability to take game as part of criteria. Hunting however is not an activity for which most people are buying pistols.

Personal Protection & Range Use = medium sized service pistols

Hunting, Survival & Range = 4" - 6" 357 revolver

 

[RND]

Good call on the .357 magnum 4 inch as viable option. HOWEVER, "clinton and Wesson" will never find itself in my collection.

 

[M67]

Good call on the .357 magnum 4 inch as viable option. HOWEVER, "clinton and Wesson" will never find itself in my collection.

Just like a standard capacity Ruger would only find the way in my collection out of spite of ol Bill

Or a newer Colt would only find its way......wait.....unions ruined Colt

 

[abuckle]

I get this question a lot too, and if you are trying to do a conceal carry then a full size is hard to do that with but can be fun on the range, Whereas a pocket gun conceals, but not so fun on the range. From a philosophical standpoint I guess a mid sized gun can serve all purposes, but as other people mentioned above, more guns are more fun.

 

[abuckle]

After posting, I agree a .357 in a 4" can be a good compromise. But I still say more guns the better.

 

[Ford Truck]

It's a 4" Smith & Wesson Model 66 in .357. It ain't much good for duck hunting but it works for most of what I require of a carry gun/range gun/hunting revolver.

 

[abuckle]

One of the great things about a revolver too is the grips are curved and the butt of the gun does not protrude as much, compared t that of the semi autos. As in Ford Truck's photo, the way you carry can help a lot with how concealed the gun is.