the more i read i'm leaning towards a 40 cal, that was the only recomendation from the person at the gun store this eve. the taurus 24/7 was like the perfect fit for me thus far, and the glock was the same feel, maybe a little better. on the way out i looked at a S&W but did not get to touch it. i'll check that place out b/c i wouldn't mind buying a used one, so the 40 cal ammo is a little more costly, but in a situation where i would even use a gun i would want stopping power. im also thinking about getting a 12 or 20 g shotgun for the house but that depends on what i can get the handgun for etc. thanks guys i'll let you know what i find. i'm gonna call the place in smyrna to see what they have before i drive there cuz i live in winder!!!!Originally Posted by Vteckidd