Surprising her with this for Christmas, but I know she doesn't like a lot of recoil. Was looking at an Fn also...any help?
What kind of recoil can I expect on a XDM that I am getting for the wife
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You'll save money in the long run by first taking her to a range the rents guns, letting her try several and then make her own selection.
Did you get the XDM chambered in .40 or 9mm?
I have one in .40.
It's a fairly large and heavy pistol so recoil is mild. BUT recoil is a pretty subjective thing. What's mild to me might not be to the next person.
I have one in .40.
It's a fairly large and heavy pistol so recoil is mild. BUT recoil is a pretty subjective thing. What's mild to me might not be to the next person.
Better get a 9
Don't surprise her.
Most common complaint in women's beginner classes is my husband bought this and expects me to like it.
If you get and XDM 9mm the recoil is mild. But, if you think recoil is the largest factor in her liking it or not, get a .22 semiauto, if you don't already have one. And, heed what people are saying here. If you're going to surprise her, give her a gift certificate for $XYZ and the promise that you will accompany (and only accompany) her while she picks the gun out.
There are two ways to get to shoot a gun before buying, one, go to H&H and rent the one you want to try. Two, arrange to meet members of OSA at the range who own the guns you like. The second option is much cheaper.
There are two ways to get to shoot a gun before buying, one, go to H&H and rent the one you want to try. Two, arrange to meet members of OSA at the range who own the guns you like. The second option is much cheaper.
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Take her to a range that rent's firearms, try different models and calibers. Common theme was my wife didn't finish shooting the rental gun and ammo bought for it, she shot it then would shoot my 1911, I had to finish out the ammo for the rental.
I agree, and also starting them on a hand cannon.
Got lucky mine liked and preferred to shoot the .45. Bought her a springfield commander.
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