OK, sweet woman wants a 22 pistol. She hears noises at night, lots of break ins in the area, and is becoming paranoid. She is afraid of loud noises so anything bigger is over the top. I know better than to try to "reason" with her...it is a 22 and now. Real kicker, she lives in California! She does not want to spend a lot of money, so what are the recommendations??? Help and suggestions needed. Thanks, Arthur Olds

I would suggest a revolver. Just like a hammer, simple to operate and always works. Something with about a 4" barrel.

If possible, it is best to try several different guns to see what feels most comfortable.

I don't have a .22. So, I can't speak for myself. But, another site I belong to has way more women and from reading their posts, the Ruger Mark II is quite popular.

But, personally, I like this...

http://www.budsgunshop.com/cat...hp/products_id/62297

I would suggest a 9 shot taraus revolver that way she don't have to reload. All I will let my wife carry is a revovler. But it is a 357 loaded with 38 pdx.

Revolver for sure. Look at the S&W 317. It's an eight shot, small and light. There are two versions, a 3" barrel and a shorter, less than two inch barrel.
Those will cost about $500 in the midwest, probably more in California.

The Taurus Tracker model 990B4 in 22 LR might be a good choice--9 shots and less expensive than the S&W. I have 2 Tracker revolvers, one in 22 LR and the other in 17 cal and they both work great. Just a thought.

Thank you so far to all who have replied. The lady in question recently fired her 35 year old daughter's pistol and so I have asked her what kind it was and did she like it...I really like the idea of a revolver for both safety's sake and ease of use. I have no problems with an auto, but I have shot a bit, and I worry about her in the heat of the moment and dark--about the time "accidents happen". More information should be coming! Thanks again, Arthur

My take. If it is for house protection and not to carry, I would agree with a revolver but would consider a .22 mag. This Taurus is reasonable and easy to maintain. The 941 in .22 mag.

http://wrencoarms.com/Results1...yword=&Submit=Search

IMHO the best weapon for a new shooter is a revolver. I recommend a 38 in the heaviest revolver you can find.

Second thought. If not a revolver a Beretta tip up. No slide for a woman to fuss with.

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Originally posted by billinthewild:
My take. If it is for house protection and not to carry, I would agree with a revolver but would consider a .22 mag. This Taurus is reasonable and easy to maintain. The 941 in .22 mag.

http://wrencoarms.com/Results1...yword=&Submit=Search

+1 on the .22 mag. A little more bite and a lot more bark. Especially in the dark.

I'd recommend a Smith 63 or 317.

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Originally posted by df06:
I'd recommend a Smith 63 or 317.

I was going to suggest a Model 63 if they stil make them - I had and sold one 30 years ago, and kicked myself ever since.

Revolver for sure. Ask her what she thinks her life is worth when she complains about cost of a quality weapon. Also one of those little gun vaults that can be operated in the dark one handed, bolted to the floor, That might keep it from getting stolen when she isn't home. Also strongly recommend a woman's personal defense/awareness class, probably worth more than the gun.
C.G.B.

I'd go with a revolver. Spend the money and get a good one--it'll most likely appreciate--where a cheap one probably wont. Go with .22 we are talking close range. Inside a house you don't want the bullet entering other rooms and most home interior walls offer little in slowing down a bullet.

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Revolver for sure.

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Also strongly recommend a woman's personal defense/awareness class, probably worth more than the gun.

Both are great ststements. Having taught woman's personal safety/rape prevention since the 80s, that is a great place to start.