When it comes to competition handguns, you can have a long list of options. From Glock to GSPC custom builds or pistol caliber carbine, you can surely pick a handgun that will suit your hands. If you are a beginner in the shooting games though, how would you know if you are picking the right handgun for competitions?

Is It Just for Shooting Competitions?

Before choosing a handgun, ask yourself first if you will only use it for competitions. Do you intend to keep it as well as self-defense firearm? If you do, you should pick a handgun that is powerful enough to bring a man down in one shot.

What Is Your Budget?

You are a beginner and you are not familiar with prices of handguns so what should you do? Indeed, you should do some research and read reviews. Are you looking for a competition handgun that costs $300-$500 or price doesn’t matter? Before settling with a budget, remember this old saying about buying – ‘you always get what you pay for’ – and this is extremely true with handguns.

In most gun stores, a good handgun costs around $500 to $800.

Can You Settle for a Used Handgun or You Want a New One?

To be honest, if you are new to this and you just want to know the feeling of holding and firing a gun, practicing with a used handgun is ideal. A used handgun doesn’t cost as much as a brand new one. If you are decided though to try it as a hobby and to use it for self-defense, then consider it as an investment.

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Size and Weight

When it comes to size and weight, we don’t really need to be too technical. For you to decide, you should try firing a few different guns first, get a grip of each handgun and decide which one feels easier to hold, easier to aim, and easier to get a hit. For a better experience as a newbie, ask for a gun with low recoil when fired which means you should go for small caliber handguns.

When choosing a competition handgun, put in mind that you will be using it at least once a week for practice shooting. Make sure that your handgun feels good in your hands because that is the first step when choosing a firearm from a pool of competition handguns.