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]]> By: Steve http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/09/14/what-is-the-best-gun-for-a-wheelchair-using-woman/comment-page-1/#comment-15751 Steve Wed, 07 Oct 2009 04:54:56 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7733#comment-15751 I am sure she read it, maybe she just didn't want to respond to a random guy over email. Anyhow the advice is all indexed on google for people in a similar situation to find, I am sure she read it, maybe she just didn’t want to respond to a random guy over email. Anyhow the advice is all indexed on google for people in a similar situation to find,

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]]> By: wendell chenault http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/09/14/what-is-the-best-gun-for-a-wheelchair-using-woman/comment-page-1/#comment-15743 wendell chenault Wed, 07 Oct 2009 03:02:06 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7733#comment-15743 I have been watching too and wondering what she was to do. There has been alot of good advice for many different levels of disabilities. I have been watching too and wondering what she was to do. There has been alot of good advice for many different levels of disabilities.

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]]> By: Steve http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/09/14/what-is-the-best-gun-for-a-wheelchair-using-woman/comment-page-1/#comment-15738 Steve Wed, 07 Oct 2009 02:27:00 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7733#comment-15738 Heath, I emailed her but did not hear back, which is disappointing after all these people offered advice. Heath, I emailed her but did not hear back, which is disappointing after all these people offered advice.

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]]> By: Heath http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/09/14/what-is-the-best-gun-for-a-wheelchair-using-woman/comment-page-1/#comment-15737 Heath Wed, 07 Oct 2009 02:12:49 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7733#comment-15737 Steve, have you heard from the woman to see what she decided? Steve, have you heard from the woman to see what she decided?

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]]> By: Adam http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/09/14/what-is-the-best-gun-for-a-wheelchair-using-woman/comment-page-1/#comment-15732 Adam Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:43:39 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7733#comment-15732 There was a gentleman at a handgun class I took who, as a result of a spinal injury, couldn't handle the recoil of a 9 Luger or a .380. He instead carries a FN Five-Seven. It might be a gun to consider if recoil is an issue. It's a large frame gun, but it's remarkably light-weight. Standard capacity is 20+1. There was a gentleman at a handgun class I took who, as a result of a spinal injury, couldn’t handle the recoil of a 9 Luger or a .380.

He instead carries a FN Five-Seven. It might be a gun to consider if recoil is an issue.
It’s a large frame gun, but it’s remarkably light-weight. Standard capacity is 20+1.

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]]> By: Mehul Kamdar http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/09/14/what-is-the-best-gun-for-a-wheelchair-using-woman/comment-page-1/#comment-15406 Mehul Kamdar Thu, 01 Oct 2009 21:58:15 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7733#comment-15406 Heath, I have had to tackle a loose pit bull which came at my 13 year old terrier while I was walking him and I had to use a few well placed kicks with the metal tipped shoes that I was wearing on that day to do the job. Had I been wearing sneakers, my dog wqould probably have been badly injured and I bitten badly. I live in one of two states that don't permit concealed carry. Someone who is fit and has a knife can easily take care of any bigger breed - knives are also quiet, by the way, and give little audible warning when used by someone who knows how to. Invariably, advice about having dogs and not using guns or about cocking a revolver / drawing back on a slide if you have an autopistol to make a sound, comes from anti gun groups in the USA. This is complete nonsense. If an attacker knows that you are in a wheelchair, he has an advantage on you. If you indicate your position by making a noise, then you are being patently stupid in revealing your position. If you are attacked it is a bullet / several bullets that will stop your attacker - not a stray that you pick up from your neighborhood shelter or any noise that you make. To suggest otherwise to a lady who is wheelchair bound and has a genuine need to defend herself is morally indefensible as her life is being put in danger because of a ridiculous suggestion. Heath,

I have had to tackle a loose pit bull which came at my 13 year old terrier while I was walking him and I had to use a few well placed kicks with the metal tipped shoes that I was wearing on that day to do the job. Had I been wearing sneakers, my dog wqould probably have been badly injured and I bitten badly. I live in one of two states that don’t permit concealed carry. Someone who is fit and has a knife can easily take care of any bigger breed – knives are also quiet, by the way, and give little audible warning when used by someone who knows how to.

Invariably, advice about having dogs and not using guns or about cocking a revolver / drawing back on a slide if you have an autopistol to make a sound, comes from anti gun groups in the USA. This is complete nonsense. If an attacker knows that you are in a wheelchair, he has an advantage on you. If you indicate your position by making a noise, then you are being patently stupid in revealing your position. If you are attacked it is a bullet / several bullets that will stop your attacker – not a stray that you pick up from your neighborhood shelter or any noise that you make. To suggest otherwise to a lady who is wheelchair bound and has a genuine need to defend herself is morally indefensible as her life is being put in danger because of a ridiculous suggestion.

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]]> By: R. Mc Dowell http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/09/14/what-is-the-best-gun-for-a-wheelchair-using-woman/comment-page-1/#comment-15336 R. Mc Dowell Wed, 30 Sep 2009 23:21:31 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7733#comment-15336 Well this is interesting. I'm 66 and 5'2" and slim. We have a small dog and pit bulls get loose here at times. We had one kill a small dog that was being walked so I carry a NAA .22 magnum revolver that drops right into my pocket. If I was in a wheelchair, I don't want the chance of a automatic jamming on me so I would probably have a .32 magnum Taurus Ultra Lite revolver with a couple of loaded "speed loaders" on me. Then carry the NAA .22 magnum as a hidden backup. To finish, also have a 4" dagger knife hidden somewhere on your chair or body. I'd make sure the word got around that you could handle yourself and maybe these problems would stop. Anyway, good luck! Well this is interesting. I’m 66 and 5’2″ and slim. We have a small dog and pit bulls get loose here at times. We had one kill a small dog that was being walked so I carry a NAA .22 magnum revolver that drops right into my pocket.

If I was in a wheelchair, I don’t want the chance of a automatic jamming on me so I would probably have a .32 magnum Taurus Ultra Lite revolver with a couple of loaded “speed loaders” on me. Then carry the NAA .22 magnum as a hidden backup. To finish, also have a 4″ dagger knife hidden somewhere on your chair or body. I’d make sure the word got around that you could handle yourself and maybe these problems would stop. Anyway, good luck!

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]]> By: Heath http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/09/14/what-is-the-best-gun-for-a-wheelchair-using-woman/comment-page-1/#comment-15146 Heath Sun, 27 Sep 2009 17:43:22 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7733#comment-15146 Mehul, Do you base what you say on fact or is this just your opinion? Mehul,

Do you base what you say on fact or is this just your opinion?

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]]> By: Mehul Kamdar http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/09/14/what-is-the-best-gun-for-a-wheelchair-using-woman/comment-page-1/#comment-15114 Mehul Kamdar Sat, 26 Sep 2009 19:25:56 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7733#comment-15114 With all due respect, the thinking that dogs could do what a gun could, is absolutely insensible. A reasonably fit man with a largish knife can turn any dog ever born into a Korean dinner. And, announcing that you have a gun is even more foolish because it alerts whoever is out to get you, to the fact that you're armed. Why would you make an attacker more prepared to get you if that is his intention? If someone is in real danger, then a gun that that person can use needs to be the first line of defense. A dog could probably alert the owner to someone's presence, but not much more than that. If someone finds even a 38 SPecial difficult to shoot, then a 22 lr revolver is fine. It will keep a man with a knife away from you if you shoot him enough times. A dog won't. With all due respect, the thinking that dogs could do what a gun could, is absolutely insensible. A reasonably fit man with a largish knife can turn any dog ever born into a Korean dinner. And, announcing that you have a gun is even more foolish because it alerts whoever is out to get you, to the fact that you’re armed. Why would you make an attacker more prepared to get you if that is his intention? If someone is in real danger, then a gun that that person can use needs to be the first line of defense. A dog could probably alert the owner to someone’s presence, but not much more than that. If someone finds even a 38 SPecial difficult to shoot, then a 22 lr revolver is fine. It will keep a man with a knife away from you if you shoot him enough times. A dog won’t.

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]]> By: Steve http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/09/14/what-is-the-best-gun-for-a-wheelchair-using-woman/comment-page-1/#comment-15096 Steve Sat, 26 Sep 2009 01:44:22 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7733#comment-15096 Mel, thanks for your comments. You comment was perfectly on-topic for this blog. Thank you. Mel, thanks for your comments. You comment was perfectly on-topic for this blog. Thank you.

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]]> By: Mel http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/09/14/what-is-the-best-gun-for-a-wheelchair-using-woman/comment-page-1/#comment-15095 Mel Sat, 26 Sep 2009 01:40:54 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7733#comment-15095 I used to live someplace I couldn't see my neighbours, and occasionally people. usually men, would come out of the woods. I am disabled and use a wheelchair, and have some experience with shooting. My first line of defense was my dogs. I had one that was loud and fierce, and one that was big and scary looking. Neither of my dogs were pure-bred, just rescued animals with the right sort of temperament. I had a shotgun in the house, but carried only a very small gun. I understand lots of people think big bullet better than small bullet, big gun better than small gun, but the thing is I never actually had to shoot a gun. Generally shouting (over the dogs' barking) 'I have a gun!' was enough and they would go. There are reasons other than the wheelchair why recoil can be an issue. In my case I have neurological problems and have difficulty hanging on to the gun. The larger the recoil, the more likely I won't be able to hold onto it. Another reason might be brittle bones, where the smallest possible recoil can still be a problem. Posting warning signs is great, it really does deter a lot of idle trouble. The dogs generally kept all other trouble away. One of the best things a lady can cultivate is a reputation for being too much trouble to bother with. I think that is worth as much as, if not more than, the gun. All that being said, I am all for getting the biggest gun you can reasonably handle - and yes, try them out for yourself if at all possible. But realistically, the odds of your actually having to shoot someone are low, no matter where you live. Best to be prepared of course, but take the steps necessary to make yourself an unattractive target, and they will almost certainly go bother someone else. It's worth noting that there are more and more homeless people showing up at people's homes looking for food. This is not an isolated problem. It's not just about (or happening in) bad neighbourhoods. I have a friend, also a rural-living disabled woman, who lately finds people in her house every week at least. I know that this is a firearms blog and I'm not talking about firearms, but self-defense (as others have noted) is so much more than a gun, and having been in a similar situation, I felt a need to put my 2c in. I used to live someplace I couldn’t see my neighbours, and occasionally people. usually men, would come out of the woods. I am disabled and use a wheelchair, and have some experience with shooting. My first line of defense was my dogs. I had one that was loud and fierce, and one that was big and scary looking. Neither of my dogs were pure-bred, just rescued animals with the right sort of temperament. I had a shotgun in the house, but carried only a very small gun. I understand lots of people think big bullet better than small bullet, big gun better than small gun, but the thing is I never actually had to shoot a gun. Generally shouting (over the dogs’ barking) ‘I have a gun!’ was enough and they would go.

There are reasons other than the wheelchair why recoil can be an issue. In my case I have neurological problems and have difficulty hanging on to the gun. The larger the recoil, the more likely I won’t be able to hold onto it. Another reason might be brittle bones, where the smallest possible recoil can still be a problem.

Posting warning signs is great, it really does deter a lot of idle trouble. The dogs generally kept all other trouble away. One of the best things a lady can cultivate is a reputation for being too much trouble to bother with. I think that is worth as much as, if not more than, the gun.

All that being said, I am all for getting the biggest gun you can reasonably handle – and yes, try them out for yourself if at all possible. But realistically, the odds of your actually having to shoot someone are low, no matter where you live. Best to be prepared of course, but take the steps necessary to make yourself an unattractive target, and they will almost certainly go bother someone else.

It’s worth noting that there are more and more homeless people showing up at people’s homes looking for food. This is not an isolated problem. It’s not just about (or happening in) bad neighbourhoods. I have a friend, also a rural-living disabled woman, who lately finds people in her house every week at least.

I know that this is a firearms blog and I’m not talking about firearms, but self-defense (as others have noted) is so much more than a gun, and having been in a similar situation, I felt a need to put my 2c in.

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]]> By: True Blue Sam http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/09/14/what-is-the-best-gun-for-a-wheelchair-using-woman/comment-page-1/#comment-14619 True Blue Sam Thu, 17 Sep 2009 01:50:03 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7733#comment-14619 My mother doesn't weigh 110, but has no problem shooting a .45 Blackhawk. She uses a Single Six to get more trigger time in at the range, but loves the big bore. She is staying away from magnums. Her problem with autos was finding one that she could rack with her arthritic hands and one disabled finger, so she is using revolvers. Handle as many different pistols as you can, shoot at a range with helpful people. A .45 in a steel frame gun is something a small person can handle. Buy a similar .22 to get in lots of inexpensive practice, and to have fun at the range. My mother doesn’t weigh 110, but has no problem shooting a .45 Blackhawk. She uses a Single Six to get more trigger time in at the range, but loves the big bore. She is staying away from magnums. Her problem with autos was finding one that she could rack with her arthritic hands and one disabled finger, so she is using revolvers. Handle as many different pistols as you can, shoot at a range with helpful people. A .45 in a steel frame gun is something a small person can handle. Buy a similar .22 to get in lots of inexpensive practice, and to have fun at the range.

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]]> By: EzGoingKev http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/09/14/what-is-the-best-gun-for-a-wheelchair-using-woman/comment-page-1/#comment-14509 EzGoingKev Tue, 15 Sep 2009 19:43:29 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7733#comment-14509 I was told by a gun dealer years ago that he sold a lot of the SPAS-12 shotguns to people in wheelchairs. This was about 20 years ago so please forgive me if I am wrong but I remember him saying that it was the folding stock (that was not as common as today), the fact that it was an auto that could go pump to clear a malfunction, and that their recoil was not as bad as other 12 gauge shotguns. For a pistol, I would think either a Glock 17/19 or an XD in 9mm. I think the combination of high capacity with the mild recoil would be the best bet over a larger round that would be harder for anyone to control. I was told by a gun dealer years ago that he sold a lot of the SPAS-12 shotguns to people in wheelchairs.

This was about 20 years ago so please forgive me if I am wrong but I remember him saying that it was the folding stock (that was not as common as today), the fact that it was an auto that could go pump to clear a malfunction, and that their recoil was not as bad as other 12 gauge shotguns.

For a pistol, I would think either a Glock 17/19 or an XD in 9mm. I think the combination of high capacity with the mild recoil would be the best bet over a larger round that would be harder for anyone to control.

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]]> By: Mehul Kamdar http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/09/14/what-is-the-best-gun-for-a-wheelchair-using-woman/comment-page-1/#comment-14467 Mehul Kamdar Tue, 15 Sep 2009 06:00:23 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7733#comment-14467 Steve, My wife is small made and not very strong because of a childhood accident that broke both her hands below the shoulders. I think she may have very similar problems to Veronica because of this. We have a Colt 38 Diamondback revolver at home in case she needs it. The recoil is easily bearable for her (and I think it would be for Veronica too) and the power is more than adequate as far as the short ranges of the typical home are concerned. For someone who may not be very interested in guns beyond occasionally shooting them in order to get some practice, I personally think that revolvers are better than autopistols because of their simplicity of design, ease of maintenance and use, and the ability to carry them safely with all chambers loaded compared to keeping automatics safe with a round in the chamber. (Yes, some are going to laugh at me for saying this, but then, I have the ready excuse that when I was a boy, Moses wore shorts!) Unfortunately, the Diamondback and other Colt revolvers are no longer made but Smith and Wesson has some nice 38 Specials and there are several companies like Glaser who make good defensive ammunition for the scenario that she speaks about. I hope that she finds something that she likes soon and is safe. Please do post what she decides on as it would be helpful to many people coming from an actual user as compared to a theoretical execise by well meaning people who can only speculate but not relate beyiond a point to someone like Veronica or my wife. Steve,

My wife is small made and not very strong because of a childhood accident that broke both her hands below the shoulders. I think she may have very similar problems to Veronica because of this. We have a Colt 38 Diamondback revolver at home in case she needs it. The recoil is easily bearable for her (and I think it would be for Veronica too) and the power is more than adequate as far as the short ranges of the typical home are concerned. For someone who may not be very interested in guns beyond occasionally shooting them in order to get some practice, I personally think that revolvers are better than autopistols because of their simplicity of design, ease of maintenance and use, and the ability to carry them safely with all chambers loaded compared to keeping automatics safe with a round in the chamber. (Yes, some are going to laugh at me for saying this, but then, I have the ready excuse that when I was a boy, Moses wore shorts!)

Unfortunately, the Diamondback and other Colt revolvers are no longer made but Smith and Wesson has some nice 38 Specials and there are several companies like Glaser who make good defensive ammunition for the scenario that she speaks about. I hope that she finds something that she likes soon and is safe. Please do post what she decides on as it would be helpful to many people coming from an actual user as compared to a theoretical execise by well meaning people who can only speculate but not relate beyiond a point to someone like Veronica or my wife.

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]]> By: Bob Owens http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/09/14/what-is-the-best-gun-for-a-wheelchair-using-woman/comment-page-1/#comment-14462 Bob Owens Tue, 15 Sep 2009 03:32:21 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7733#comment-14462 The first thing I would advise our prospective gun owner to do is to get her hands on the first semi-automatic pistol in reach and see if she can even cycle the action. She states that she has numerous health issues, and I know of many relatively healthy women who lack the hand strength to cycle the action without excessive effort. If she cannot cycle the action, debating which kind of pistol is moot point. I suspect that a steel medium-frame 6-shot revolver in .38 Special with a 3" heavy or 4" standard barrel is probably her best option. They are more reliable than semi-autos, the manual of arms is easier to master, and many find it easier to shoot accurately. A steel frame has more weight and has less recoil than an aluminum frame, and a longer-than-snubby barrel has better intrinsic accuracy. I'd also think that she can probably find a gently-used revolver for substantially less than a new semi-auto, which could translate into more $$$ for range time... or hiring a relator. The first thing I would advise our prospective gun owner to do is to get her hands on the first semi-automatic pistol in reach and see if she can even cycle the action. She states that she has numerous health issues, and I know of many relatively healthy women who lack the hand strength to cycle the action without excessive effort. If she cannot cycle the action, debating which kind of pistol is moot point.

I suspect that a steel medium-frame 6-shot revolver in .38 Special with a 3″ heavy or 4″ standard barrel is probably her best option. They are more reliable than semi-autos, the manual of arms is easier to master, and many find it easier to shoot accurately. A steel frame has more weight and has less recoil than an aluminum frame, and a longer-than-snubby barrel has better intrinsic accuracy.

I’d also think that she can probably find a gently-used revolver for substantially less than a new semi-auto, which could translate into more $$$ for range time… or hiring a relator.

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]]> By: Dennis http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/09/14/what-is-the-best-gun-for-a-wheelchair-using-woman/comment-page-1/#comment-14458 Dennis Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:01:03 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7733#comment-14458 Veronica, I need to amend my advice.Since you are wheelchair bound and cannot walk,practice cocking and loading the P-97 using your wheels. Place the slide against one of your wheels,on the rubber.Use both hands if you need to,do what works for you;find what works for you. Remember that this aspect of my advice may be un-needed.My old girlfriend can hand-cock her P-97 and you may be able to as well. The P97 will drop down beside you in your chair and stay there pretty well.Just make sure that it is in a holster;for your safety and to avoid wear. I do not advise against the P-97 for anyone;it is an excellent gun in a general sense.It would serve your purposes very well.You can feel very confident that it will save you if it is ever needed. Veronica,
I need to amend my advice.Since you are wheelchair bound and cannot walk,practice cocking and loading the P-97 using your wheels.
Place the slide against one of your wheels,on the rubber.Use both hands if you need to,do what works for you;find what works for you.

Remember that this aspect of my advice may be un-needed.My old girlfriend can hand-cock her P-97 and you may be able to as well.
The P97 will drop down beside you in your chair and stay there pretty well.Just make sure that it is in a holster;for your safety and to avoid wear.

I do not advise against the P-97 for anyone;it is an excellent gun in a general sense.It would serve your purposes very well.You can feel very confident that it will save you if it is ever needed.

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]]> By: Joe Hooker http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/09/14/what-is-the-best-gun-for-a-wheelchair-using-woman/comment-page-1/#comment-14457 Joe Hooker Mon, 14 Sep 2009 23:21:20 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7733#comment-14457 Thanks, Steve. Wheelchairs are a matter of perspective. If you're able bodied you think "man, sure glad I'm not in one of those things." But, if your legs don't work any more it's your freedom machine to get around in. I'd second the idea to go to the range and try out different guns before buying. Many police depts. have adopted guns in .40 S&W because of the increasing number of female officers. It has less blast & recoil than 45 ACP but just about the same power. Would much rather have it than 9mm. Most women have smaller hands than men and this may be a factor as well. Try first, buy later. One other suggestion if you're a wheelchair user is to keep the gun on you if possible. I use an ankle holster. If you attach it to the chair and you get knocked out of it, you're disarmed. Thanks, Steve. Wheelchairs are a matter of perspective. If you’re able bodied you think “man, sure glad I’m not in one of those things.” But, if your legs don’t work any more it’s your freedom machine to get around in.

I’d second the idea to go to the range and try out different guns before buying. Many police depts. have adopted guns in .40 S&W because of the increasing number of female officers. It has less blast & recoil than 45 ACP but just about the same power. Would much rather have it than 9mm. Most women have smaller hands than men and this may be a factor as well. Try first, buy later.

One other suggestion if you’re a wheelchair user is to keep the gun on you if possible. I use an ankle holster. If you attach it to the chair and you get knocked out of it, you’re disarmed.

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]]> By: gunner http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/09/14/what-is-the-best-gun-for-a-wheelchair-using-woman/comment-page-1/#comment-14454 gunner Mon, 14 Sep 2009 21:00:09 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7733#comment-14454 about the lighter gun/smaller caliber suggestions, we don't know yet what the lady's strengths and limitations are. if she has good upper body strength, arms, hands and shoulders, then her choices are broader, if its a condition affecting her whole body then that should be taken into account. as for "full-auto", given the expense of purchase price, scarcity of guns and paperwork/transfer tax, that's not on for most folks much less a disabled person possibly on a limited income. i do know a number of women who own and enjoy shooting the "big guns", .357 and .44 magnum and .45 acp, veronica might become one of those shooters, but right now she's just beginning to find her way. let's not scare her off. about the lighter gun/smaller caliber suggestions, we don’t know yet what the lady’s strengths and limitations are. if she has good upper body strength, arms, hands and shoulders, then her choices are broader, if its a condition affecting her whole body then that should be taken into account. as for “full-auto”, given the expense of purchase price, scarcity of guns and paperwork/transfer tax, that’s not on for most folks much less a disabled person possibly on a limited income. i do know a number of women who own and enjoy shooting the “big guns”, .357 and .44 magnum and .45 acp, veronica might become one of those shooters, but right now she’s just beginning to find her way. let’s not scare her off.

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]]> By: viper5552 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/09/14/what-is-the-best-gun-for-a-wheelchair-using-woman/comment-page-1/#comment-14451 viper5552 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 20:22:31 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=7733#comment-14451 in addition to the small handguns you may want to consider a carbine like the Cx4 storm for home defense to a longer range, and higher capacity magazine option in addition to the small handguns you may want to consider a carbine like the Cx4 storm for home defense to a longer range, and higher capacity magazine option

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