inexpensive but reliable handguns - Page 7

Rigrat · November 7th, 2009, 11:07 AM

Since we're talking RIA's , heres my two.

Full size GI , with bobtail and Trijicon sights added by me. And the compact with a mild de-horn job, modified grip safety and hammer.

ErnieNWillis · November 7th, 2009, 11:44 AM

Jennings Nine

Just kidding. I have heard the Rossi revolvers aren't bad though.

FHBrumb · November 7th, 2009, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by threefeathers

I'm constantly asked by my students, many of whom are on a fixed income, if they can purchase a handgun that will still allow them to pay the rent.
Here are some, I'm certain others will have more sugestions.
Bersa's
Several Taurus's
CZ's
EAA has several.
Ruger, especially revolvers.
Charter Arms snubbies.
Used S&W revolvers.

I've had a couple of good experiences with Taurus Revolvers.

Rigrat · November 7th, 2009, 12:59 PM

I also have a Tuarus Model 85 ultra light , and it has been perfectly reliable.

Katana · November 7th, 2009, 04:23 PM

Taurus 24/7 has been perfectly reliable for my friend, he paid $385 for it new.

Ruger P series. I carried a P-95 for couple of years. Ate everything I fed it reliably. Bought it new in 96 for $250, I hear they're still pretty cheaply priced these days too.

My dad has a Rossi snubnose he bought for $200, never had a problem with it that he's told me about in the 5 years since he bought it.

The old Eastern Bloc sidearms are built like tanks and very reliable for the most part. Ammo availability seems to be pretty good for 9x18 as well.

And of course, police trade in's can be found dirt cheap on a lot of different models (Beretta, Glock, S&W, etc....)

November 7th, 2009, 04:23 PM	#65
Katana Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Clarksville,TN Posts: 487	Taurus 24/7 has been perfectly reliable for my friend, he paid $385 for it new. Ruger P series. I carried a P-95 for couple of years. Ate everything I fed it reliably. Bought it new in 96 for $250, I hear they're still pretty cheaply priced these days too. My dad has a Rossi snubnose he bought for $200, never had a problem with it that he's told me about in the 5 years since he bought it. The old Eastern Bloc sidearms are built like tanks and very reliable for the most part. Ammo availability seems to be pretty good for 9x18 as well. And of course, police trade in's can be found dirt cheap on a lot of different models (Beretta, Glock, S&W, etc....) __________________ "Stand your ground, don't fire unless fired upon, but if they mean to have a war, let it begin here!" - John Parker April 19th, 1775 Lexington, MA

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November 7th, 2009, 11:07 AM	#61
Rigrat Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: South Posts: 198	Since we're talking RIA's , heres my two. Full size GI , with bobtail and Trijicon sights added by me. And the compact with a mild de-horn job, modified grip safety and hammer.

November 7th, 2009, 11:44 AM	#62
ErnieNWillis Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Willis, TX Posts: 352	Jennings Nine Just kidding. I have heard the Rossi revolvers aren't bad though.

November 7th, 2009, 12:59 PM	#64
Rigrat Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: South Posts: 198	I also have a Tuarus Model 85 ultra light , and it has been perfectly reliable.