Episode 014 - Handguns 101 - a podcast by Ericka Luddy

Looking into getting a handgun? Not sure what one is best for you?  Where do you go to get training or education about how to safely use a handgun?



In this weeks episode Karin and Ericka talk about these questions, provide an overview of calibers, types of handguns and talk about some questions that typically come up.

For a more in depth overview here's a helpful article we've found https://gunnewsdaily.com/handgun-caliber-guide/

Calibers

· 9mm- Glock 19, 17, 26, 43, 45; Springfield Armory Hellcat/911/XD, Sig Sauer p938

· .380 - Glock 43, Sig Sauer p238, Ruger LCP, Kimber Micro

· 45 (40) – Kimber 45, Beretta

· .38 Special (revolver only) – Smith & Wesson, Ruger, Taurus

· .22 – Ruger SR22, Smith & Wesson M&P Compact

Types of handguns

· Revolvers

o .38 Special

o Benefits- never jam, long trigger pull

· Semi-automatic pistols

o 380, 9mm, 45

o Benefits- higher mag capacity, faster rounds/quickness of use

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