Best $400 handgun

[illini40]

I really like my Ruger SR9. It's been a great gun, rather affordable.

I believe you should be able to stay around your budget.

 

[Deet]

I purchased a S&W model 19-3 in .357 magnum for $400 about a year ago. Look around and deals can still be found. Here's a picture.

 

[ru44mag]

A lot of really good suggestions. You said light weight, so that would rule out some, like a 44mag revolver. But the S&W Shield would be nice, and I'm really suprised I only saw one mention of a Kahr. I have seen the CW9 NIB on gunbroker for $339 repeatedly.

 

[sig1473]

My vote goes for the Sig sp2022 but then again what the hell do I know?

Just because you are a Noob doesn't mean you lack knowledge My vote as well goes towards the Sig 2022. Used ones on GB can be had for under $400 all day long. The mags though can be expensive though.

 

[palerider0485]

ive seen used glocks for around 400. that would be my pick. get a 26 if you want a small one. get a 19 if you want bigger.

 

[SpaldingPM]

I absolutely LOVE my EAA Witness P Carry in 9mm Polymer lower, very low profile slide and sights, tac rail.
Its very accurate for a 3.6" barrel. I bought it brand new for $300. Have the 17rd mag.

I love it so much in think I'll order myself the full size steel frame.

I have a Sig p226 mk25, Beretta m9, and a RIA 1911 in 9mm, and I carry the EAA 9 times outta 10.

 

[Hopper]

For $400, I also recommend a Ruger SR series semi auto. I've seen brand-new SR9C and SR40C models at a nearby LGS selling for right at 4 bills (not including tax). And I have to say that Ruger stands behind their gear, I've had a great experience with their customer service.

 

[LtScott14]

My woods carry is a G19. Lightweight, large cap(15 +1). No serious bears, or tigers in my area. Coyotes, foxes, raccoons, opossums mostly. Wouldn't hesitate to carry a 40 cal, or even a 45acp. Don't want to stumble on a meth lab/ pot farmer, or whatever else. Usually very quiet once past hunting season. In the past I have also carried my 442 S&W snubbie, fanny pack style and it was fine. Keep shopping, the Shield does seem to have a great size/weight. Never shot one, but pretty popular right now.
Good luck.

 

[Grogmister]

I am really loving my Kahr CM9. It is a great gun and they have numerous different size and models to choose from for right around the $400 range.

 

[JWAS]

CZ P-07 ... you can thank me later CZ P07 Duty 40 SW Pistol 12 Round 3.7 Barrel Black


I'd try to find one in 9mm tho, but thats just me

agreed, or go with the big brother P-09.... i love mine.

 

[Beemer]

Some nice rugers could be had at that price point.

I was going to say the same thing. A p95 is around 300 and the LC9 is not much more.

 

[VERT]

I am going to have to go with the Ruger SR series. I recently picked up an SR9c to toy around with and evaluate. They are the best built guns I have handled in that price range. Overall I am very impressed with the gun. My only complaint is the manual safety and goofy loaded chamber indicator.

edit: The Ruger P95 is also a lot of gun. Quite a bit larger then the SR9c. Overall the SR9c is about as close to a do all, value priced gun that I have found. I am considering keeping this one just to show other people. But knowing me I will let it go.

I am not impressed with the LC380/LC9. I liked them at the shop but not so much on the range. I in general do not care for subcompact guns built to meet a price point in the market.

 

[Lunati]

XD9 would be my choice, got mine for $380 OTD.

 

[rtfisher1]

As everyone has already stated:

Semi-Auto : S&W M&P Shield
Revolver: Ruger LCR 357 (if you can find one that cheap)

 

[MiNDRiVE]

Just because you are a Noob doesn't mean you lack knowledge My vote as well goes towards the Sig 2022. Used ones on GB can be had for under $400 all day long. The mags though can be expensive though.

That's my only complain about mine. Mag prices are insane and the best price i have found personally is 41.99.

 

[MDave]

I have a Ruger P series I like real well. You can get a good deal on these weapons if you shop around.

 

[darinb]

Id go used glock,xd or new ruger Pseries

 

[sparkyfender]

Ruger P95?

 

[Hohn]

I was in one of my LGS's last week & could've gotten a used, but unfired G19 gen 4 for $430.

Please tell me that was not beech grove! I so wanted that.

 

[gncc600]

Kahr...CW or CM