Recommend the Beretta Neo?

[Wezel]

I'm new to guns. Ill be getting a 9mm for self/home defense fairly soon but I've been considering also getting a 22lr pistol to get some shooting experience since (when you can find the ammo it's cheap). I'm looking to stay under the $300 mark. From what I've found it seems the beretta neo looks like it fits my needs. Anyone have any thoughts on it?

something to consider: many of us barely get enough range time to maintain a minimum proficiency with our primary weapons. I suggest skipping the purchase of a .22 and put that money in more ammo and practice time with your primary. You can also get started in hand loading for price of a .22. When SHTF occurs, you want to operate your weapon without having to wonder stuff like "where's the safety on this one?"

 

[Orbie]

That's why many .22 variants are great for practicing SHTF situations without the same cost of ammo. Many manufactures make pistols in .22 that they offer in 9/40/45 calibers. Or, the 22/45 has the same grip angle and safety as a 1911.

 

[Tortuga]

I'm really liking the 92fs compact, that's a good option to consider also.

 

[no2gates]

Just bought one last week and got to shoot it at the range this past weekend. My wife LOVES it. Nice and accurate.
Great for training.