Amongst the “guns for wives” discussion, let me introduce the “guns for teenage daughters” topic. My youngest learned to shoot at 12 Years old. She was taught in a simulator (great opportunity provided by my USN connections) using real weapons that were operated by compressed nitrogen, and used laser scoring. No noise, no risk, and the dedicated attention of a small arms instructor.
She learned handguns on an M9, rifles on an M4.
When we moved to real firearms on the range - we started with a Beretta 92 (same gun as the M9) and an AR-15. We then introduced the Glock 19.
She did well with all of them. Still likes the Glock 19.
A 1911 (which she shot yesterday, in 10mm) is big for her hands. She can handle it, and the recoil of the 10mm, but it wouldn’t be her first choice. The Glock 19 is still near the top for ease of shooting and fit in her hand. We are going to the range today, and will bring my SiG P365XL (which has a Wilson Combat grip module and reflex sight), along with the Glock 19, and the Springfield Echelon.
A word on the Echelon - it’s a great gun. The chassis (they call it a COG) allows the grip module to be changed easily to fit the shooter’s hand. Replaceable back straps allow tailoring of the grip to the shooter. Ambidextrous controls. Nice trigger. Low bore axis (or high grip, however you want to look at it) means minimal muzzle flip. Deep tapers in the slide allow a much easier grasp for slide manipulations like loading and press check. It is set up for a reflex sight.
I am genuinely impressed with the Echelon, and I would recommend it over the Glock 19, which is surprising, since the 19 has been my go-to recommendation for years. The Echelon is simply better in every respect. Better fit in a shooter’s hand. Ability to customize that fit. Better sight options. Ambidextrous Controls. Better trigger. Easier to handle/load.
So, @spasm3 - Try an Echelon. Or if you like, come on up to Virginia Beach and shoot mine. I’ve got a Trijicon RMR on it. It’s brand new, but I am seriously impressed so far.
She learned handguns on an M9, rifles on an M4.
When we moved to real firearms on the range - we started with a Beretta 92 (same gun as the M9) and an AR-15. We then introduced the Glock 19.
She did well with all of them. Still likes the Glock 19.
A 1911 (which she shot yesterday, in 10mm) is big for her hands. She can handle it, and the recoil of the 10mm, but it wouldn’t be her first choice. The Glock 19 is still near the top for ease of shooting and fit in her hand. We are going to the range today, and will bring my SiG P365XL (which has a Wilson Combat grip module and reflex sight), along with the Glock 19, and the Springfield Echelon.
A word on the Echelon - it’s a great gun. The chassis (they call it a COG) allows the grip module to be changed easily to fit the shooter’s hand. Replaceable back straps allow tailoring of the grip to the shooter. Ambidextrous controls. Nice trigger. Low bore axis (or high grip, however you want to look at it) means minimal muzzle flip. Deep tapers in the slide allow a much easier grasp for slide manipulations like loading and press check. It is set up for a reflex sight.
I am genuinely impressed with the Echelon, and I would recommend it over the Glock 19, which is surprising, since the 19 has been my go-to recommendation for years. The Echelon is simply better in every respect. Better fit in a shooter’s hand. Ability to customize that fit. Better sight options. Ambidextrous Controls. Better trigger. Easier to handle/load.
So, @spasm3 - Try an Echelon. Or if you like, come on up to Virginia Beach and shoot mine. I’ve got a Trijicon RMR on it. It’s brand new, but I am seriously impressed so far.