I've gotta say, Palmetto state armory, has become probably my favorite gun manufacturer in the United States. What they've done for the gun community is incredible. They've made it so easy and affordable for the every day American to get into the 2nd amendment community. And now, they've even started an ammo company, all made from raw components, AAC. They are a company that I want to give my money to. Hats off to PSA. Great video Eric!
PSA is really killing it right now. A long way from where they where ten years ago. Their dagger line I feel has been a game changer, other companies need to follow suit.
@@ricks.1092 yes I know they bought it, but it's still cool that they're trying to make ammo and guns more available for everyone. They also just opened another store in Myrtle Beach, SC
I love PSA too and I'm sick of people who have never owned a Palmetto saying they have bad quality control or that they are "jam city" I have not seen any issues with PSA AR's and I have seen quite a few of them. Why are there so many PSA haters?
@@Doobie603 you gotta understand PSA has been around for awhile and that "cheap and poor" QA reputation comes from the early years when they still offered great prices but their shipping times and QA were problematic. But they have kept their head down, absorbed a few companies, built up huge following and demonstrated (for the most part) they can and will learn from mistakes.
Sounds like repeating that day would be a fantastic housewarming gift idea for when my son gets his own place. I'd go G19 or even 26 instead of the 5904 though.
@@BlueTrane2028 excellent idea, and don’t forget a gift for his partner. I bought my wife a M&P Ez380 as a wedding present last year. She loves it, shoots it well, and keeps it bedside when I’m away.
@@BlueTrane2028those gen 3 Smith and wesson wonder nines are no joke. Awesome guns. Tack drivers and easy to shoot. They are a bit heavy but in my opinion they are a solid option. I wish they still made them.
Eric, I've watched many videos about beginning shooters and guns. Something nobody ever talks about is the ease of cleaning and general maintenance of firearms for beginners. Most modern guns are pretty easy to take care of, but some are easier than others.
I have this italian talfigo I don't remember but it's also known as titan I have a 380 and a 25 auto. These guns are 70 years old and break down without tools well the slide and recoil spring giving you access to trigger mech barrel and hammer. Even the old guns are rather user friendly. And there is something to be said to a new gun owner to own a hammer fired handgun because of the peace of mind when carrying one in the chamber. Nice way to get comfy
Glock 26/19/17 (I’ve kinda ignored Glock 9mm post purchasing my G19 Gen 3 a decade or so ago), Mossberg 500/Maverick 88, PSA AR15…budget friendly and super reliable…
I started off with a G19, M&P Sport 2, and a Mossberg Maverick 88.. I have better stuff now, but these three have served me well, in fact I still run them often to keep the wear down on my higher quality stuff..which is a testament in itself of their own quality to price ratio. 🤷♂️
At PSA you can get complete lower, complete upper and have AR for 360ish, or Bear Creek Arsenal upper with PSA lower around same price, can get into all 3 well less than 1000 bucks with Taurus G3C and Mossberg 88
I love this video! And yes...I'd love to see a higher level version. Maybe even 2! Like a mid range option of these same formats as well as the high end. There's so many great options above the entry level guns like the out of the box well optioned stuff like the Saints from Springfield or the new Beretta A300 ultima Patrol or even the Mossberg 930spx
Having a gun in your hand and taking it apart makes the process so much more simplified. I believe most people think the Ar15 is a space gun the way the receiver looks, but really it’s a super simple gun. Highly recommend going to a gun show just to look at everything, actually see and hold the gun makes a world of difference than watching a video.
Glad the Stoeger M3000 was mentioned. I don't know why, but it's often overlooked and it's as good as you're going to get not only in that price range but as a clone (of the Benelli M2.) I have one with the pistol grip and extended mag tube and sitting next to my buddy's $2k M4, it's hard to tell a difference in materials and quality and it runs all day long. It also has better sights than anything I've seen for that money. Being inertia-driven it's a bit harsher than your gas operated options like the A300 Ultima, 1301 Tactical, and M4, but it's half the price of the A300, a third of the 1301, and a quarter of the M4. I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a semi that can't drop a grand or more.
When a lot of my friends are spending close to 2k on duck hunting shotguns, I still use my 10 year old Stoeger 3500. For less than $600, I have a bird hunting autoloader that can't be beat when it comes to hard use and reliability with any load I've ever run through it.
Stoeger in general is overlooked, ive had my eye on their stuff for years but theres no reviews of their products by anyone well-known or anyone showing like a torture test. Its all just ppl youve never heard of vouching for them, probably shot like 100 rounds out of it before concluding.
@@1nfamyX Torture tests make for fun videos, sure, but aren't useful real world data. Who's going to run 500 rounds of varying ammo through their shotty rapidly, freeze it solid, dunk it in mud, etc? It really doesn't matter. I care if a well-maintained weapon functions reliably under proper use, because that's the conditions my weapons will see.
You can’t go wrong with the Maverick 88…affordable and a lot of upgrades are out there. I added the saddle with rail and shell holder… Always a tossup between a good Glock and S&W M&P…just solid choices.
My current go to trio is the shield plus, Remington 870 home defense, police trade in smith and Wesson sport 2. I got them all used and reasonably priced.
I took this advice a couple years back, bought a G19, then AR, and then a shotgun. Added a 22lr for plinking with my kids. I went for a more expensive AR because I was scared about a “cheap AR”. But as I learned more, I’d be very comfortable equipping myself with a $600 AR. One other thing I would change is that I would get a more concealable pistol since I’m skinny.😅 hope this helps someone
Maverick 88 if you don’t plan to modify. Mossberg 500 if you plan to. I found this out the hard way. The maverick does not have an action tube, so to modify it requires buying one for ~$80
Do all workhorses- G19 gen 4, BCM AR15 14.5 or 16", Mossberg 590 or if you have the cash beretta 1301. We're missing a food group though- bolt action. Bergara 308.
Okay for people saying the m&p15 is not that good for beginners dont know what they are talking about i just bought the sport 2 with iron sights its good enough to really learn the platform
My first 3 were a G2C, Maverick 88, and an AR556 MPR. I've since upgraded and added other things to my collection but those 3 were great to start with when I was a broke 18-21 year old.
Well done, Eric, thank you! 😊 I’m not new to firearms but I appreciate how you impart your wisdom and experience. It’s no nonsense, and your opinions are well formed from facts. These are excellent choices and for good reasons. Thanks again from a long time viewer! 🇺🇸 🗽
Honorable mention for shotgun: Remington 870. Great gun, pretty cheap price (around $400-500) and pump action so reliability very good. SIDE NOTE: Had a Mossberg 500 and loved it, so don't think I'm putting them down haha.
I found a Glock 17 and a Kel-Tec Sub2000 with the magazine well that accepts the same Glock magazines can be a real lite setup. You've got the carbine as your primary and don't need to carry any different magazines for your backup. We aren't allowed AR's in Canada so that sub2000 is one of the few semi auto we can own. Don't need to worry about AR magazines here so can use those pockets for cards with shotgun slugs and buckshot on there for the 1301.
Just a caveat to consider about semi-automatic shotguns: whatever load you're using has to create either enough inertia or gas to cycle the action. Lower power loads can get iffy in some situations.
Here are mine. Three of the following or all of the above. 1. Glock 19 OR Glock 23 (If I can handle the 40 cal) in a CAA MCK. 2. Springfield XD Sub-Compact. 3. An AR-15 in 5.56. 4. An AR-10 in .308.
Right there with you! Well pleased owner of the Shield Plus 9, Glock 19.5, Smith M&P Sport II, and a 40+ year old Mossberg 500. I have many others, but this basic lineup does about any job needed at a modest cast. I live in GA not too far from you. Hope to get over to meet you one day, soon.
Thanks for all the info I’m new to firearms bought my first gun a Glock 19 two months ago and got a ruger mpr 556 this month I enjoy your videos you seem like a really genuine person thx
He is very genuine, honestly just want everyone to be able to defend themselves. He can throw around a lot of technical terms when the video is for beginners but still awesome info. Glad to hear you decided to arm yourself!
@@DW133_ I think a .22 rifle is perfectly fine for home defense for a beginner. No, it's not the perfect tool for the job obviously, but it's also something that's cheap, easy to use, and low recoil will be far better under a stressful situation than an AR or shotgun the newbie is unfamiliar with. People write it off, but nobody's shrugging off 10 rapid shots of .22LR center mass.
@@DW133_ I agree, but we're talking a beginner here. Most of them probably aren't going to have the knowledge to know what a Ruger PC Carbine is let alone anything like a custom AR9 or things like the Scorpion, Sub2000, etc. A stovepipe isn't too hard to clear on a 10/22 and they're about as reliable as they get for that caliber.
@@stevem4783 yeah or load up a couple BX25 mags. That's damn sure gonna take care of any threat inside the house. No, it wouldn't be my first choice for sure but I wouldn't feel under gunned one bit with it. I've always bought good ammo for mine which makes a world of difference as far as reliability goes. 25 rapid fired stingers, minimags or velocitors are gonna put just about any threat to sleep with no problem
On my Beretta 1301 tactical being a soft shooting 12 gauge I still changed the butt stock with the Mesa Tactical ar15 stock adapter but with the Kenshot hydraulic recoil reducing adjustable buffer tube and Magpul CTR buttstock with a Limb saver butt pad. I put on the Ergo deluxe ar15 grip which is wider which helps have your hand handle the recoil. This is good when shooting stronger recoiling higher velocity defense 00 Buck like Hornady Critical defense 00 buck which is 1600 ft per second.
I'm older than you Eric and grew up shooting revolvers, went to semiautos about 30 years ago, so my list may look a little different than yours.... Depending on how new to firearms we are talking about I would probably go with a revolver, a 38 special revolver, Rossi or something similar if on a budget or S&W, Colt or Ruger if the money is available or a good used one. I agree with the Mossburg shotgun, my preference is the model 500 series and I believe most should own a good AR ot AK but a mid price bolt action in 30/06 has been the standby for decades and has served many generations very well...... My choices are dependent on experience, budget and how much the weapons will actually be used, semiautos have a learning curve; failure to feed, stovepipes, magazine issues and so forth that a totally new shooter will have to learn to deal with........ Also free shipping generally means that new shooter knowing an FFL that will do a transfer for him/her which many don't have...... Love the channel, long time subscriber, seldom commenter 😂
Lets not forget you dont have to buy new! Can save alot of money picking up a used mossberg 500 glock police trade and maby even a m&p 15 sporter. If your state allows you can totally hunt deer with 556 55 gr barns all copper smoking at 3200 fps I get full pass through on black tail. Just keep her with in 250 Yards. Monolithic copper hollow point is the key they expand but don't break apart and they penitrate like an fmj.
Great video for someone looking into getting 3 of the basics without getting ripped off or buying something that they're going to regret later on. I bought a Anderson A/R 15 at my local shop with a Magpul pistol grip and collapsible stock, pic rail, M-Lock gaurd, and a Vortex Red Dot all for $599
If anyone asked me I’d say S&W shield plus in 9mm like you said, I’d get a PSA AR (or AK either or) and the old trusty Mossberg 500. 👍🏻 probably bout $1,400 or so for all 3. 🤷♂️
PSA Dagger is a "glock not a glock" great functionality with better ergonomics. Great gun for a really good price. I will own many of these. Trigger is a gen 3 so, it's not great, but I've used worse. Still upgradeable
Semi-auto 9mm in the $350-700 range. (Glock, Sig, Walther, H&K, Canik, CZ, IWI, S&W, Springfield) 16" AR-15 chambered in 5.56. There are a ton of good ones that are reliable and reasonably accurate. The $550 to $900 range is full of good ones. Mossberg 500/Maverick 88 12 gauge for a solid shotgun
Two S&W pistols you left out worth mentioning are the M&P Sheild Ez 9mm and .380 for the older folks with arthritis or women or anyone who doesn't have a great deal of grip strength and has difficulties with racking the slide and dealing with recoil. Even though a lot gun prices have gotten more reasonable, those who are living on social security are still pretty much priced out of the market. I would love to buy semiautomatic shotgun and M&P AR.
Endless up grades on 500 and 590 over the maverick 88 yes my 88 had smooth bore and rifled barrel dos everything one would need it for. At $350 with both barrels.
Here are my recommendations. - Pistols - CCW Pistol: Glock 43X/48 (48 has extra .5 or so inch of barrel length) with S15 15 round magazines. All around pistol: Any Glock type pistol, PSA Dagger, Polymer80, etc. Cheap Pistol: Taurus G3C its like $180-250 new and used. - Shotgun - Home Defense Pump: Maverick 88 ($250ish) Higher end pump: Remington 870 Marine with magazine tube extension ($450-650 depending) Extremely cheap pump option: Stevens 320 (I have found them as low as $130 preowned and used) Cheap Semi auto: Tristar G2 ($400-500) (VERY PICKY on ammo, typically only likes high brass Winchester or Remington ammo) Hunting semi auto: Browning Silver Field, or Browning Gold Hunter (Used around $600-1000, my gold hunter has had around 8K rounds with ZERO malfunctions, besides bad ammo) Rifle: Cheap pieced out yourself and assembled AR-15: $450-550 for a complete setup with everything (Palmetto State, Delta Team Tactical, Aero Precision). Higher end AR-15: just get a PSA Sabre. (1K) Highest end AR: Daniel Defense MK18 14.5 pinned & welded with SureFire WarComp (2K+) cheap AK: GF3 PSA AK ($550-700) Great AK: K-USA 103 side folder ($1200) Bolt Action: Hunting: Any Savage Axis rifle High End: THE FIX ($3K+)
I started with a CZ 75 BD 9 MM pistol and then got an SOLGW 16" 5.56 carbine AR 15 from Brownells and just recently ordered a Benelli M4 7+1. Money well spent from my perspective.
My first AR was a PSA build kit on a lower I picked up at a LGS. I put around 5k rounds through it and even took it to some multi gun competitions. It was accurate out to 200 yards and could fire continuously for a few hours as long as I wasn’t using steel cased ammo or hollow tips. The bolt carrier was starting to show some wear but still worked by the time I upgraded to a better upper.
My suggestion for a starter gun is Arex Delta gen2. I have it and many newbie shooters, tend to shoot really really well with it. Probably because of really crispy and predictable trigger.
PSA is the only rifle that I know of that can shoot steel cased ammo without stoppages. And I’m talking about every one I have handled. We are talking entry level.
I 2nd the semi auto cz 712 g2... i put 10 rd extension match saver hiviz sight ext bilt release and bolt handle... i got the 712g2 onsale for under $400 new.. all together i might have $530 in the whole setup.. great shooter
My three choice: I hate to say this but the Glock 19 or a PSA Dagger. Everyone has a 19 so mags and parts are going to be plentiful. Are there better options ? Of course. Number 2: Shotgun from either Remington or Mossberg. Personally i love the Benelli m3 super 90. Number one is an AR15. Ammo, mags, parts and accessories would be everywhere.
Mossberg Maverick 88 rifle barrel and Mossberg 835 dos everything I need it to do elk, deer, turkey 🦃 to small birds. I've used single shot break action for everything when I was younger. Don't need fancy.
my ideal configuration would be… 2 pistols , 2 rifles (one with lvpo) , 1 long gun , 1 semi auto shotgun. i like the idea of having a load out for a buddy if need be. either way this is a great video bro. the majority of us don’t have thousands of free cash to spend on this expensive hobby. ammo is expensive enough and i like to shoot as much as i can.
I bought my wife a maverick 88 over a decade ago, we cut down the barrel and put magpul furniture on it and she has put hundreds if not over a thousand shells through it and I'd still recommend it to anyone, best bang per buck firearm I've ever owned.
I have the Glock 19, S&W M&P (15-22) Sport and the Maverick 88 and they were first my guns. Although cost was a factor for me the, those guns have been great for learning how to shoot with in terms of technique.
Stevens 320 security has served me well. Sub 300 before taxes with an easy to modify tube. 7 + 1 or more with a Choate tube extension. Adjustable ghost ring sights, top pic rail, nice loading gate and a smooth bolt carrier with a rotating bolt based off a Winchester design.
If your using new owner as example you should be all about .38 they are affordable and the manual of arms is easy to learn as far as shotguns 20 gauge for folks Who are recoil shy as far rifle An Ar-15 kicks about as maybe a20 ga.
For my wife i got a Glock 43, a Ruger PC9 Carbine, and a Mossberg 20ga youth model. The only upgrade i would like to do is the G43 to a G26 so the mag would work in the carbine. Obviously, it depends on the shooter. JMHO
I got my M4 from PSA literally the day SB1240 in Washington State was signed into law couldn't have cut it any closer unfortunately now I can't buy any replacement parts hopefully the law gets tossed soon so I can switch out a few things from stock I also run a shield plus for edc and Remington 870 for when things have to get loud
My first 3 were glock 20, APF armory AR-10, and a Break Action Remington Bikal 20 guage shotgun. Not ideal for a begginer at all but It sure made shooting other guns a breeze after getting used to the masive recoil from the glock 20 and AR-10.
My maverick came as a 28 inch barrel I put an 18 1/2 on it for loading and keeping in the house but I use that maverick every duck and dove season and have been since 2009. Not had one issue through any of those seasons
My first was a Glock 17, Mossberg Maverick 12 gauge, and a Springfield Saint Victor AR-15. Then a SIG P365X for everyday carry. Start with a larger handgun as they are way easier to shoot!! Once you have trained enough you can probably go with a smaller 9mm handgun. The SIG P365X Macro would be a great start or a Glock 19.
I've had my maverick 88 for 6 years take it rabbit hunting all the time probably have 300 rounds through it, have only cleaned it once, great gun. My first shot gun and I love it, I would love to get the shockwave in 20ga for rabbits....
I love the 5 gun videos. I got an idea for one: 5 gun combos (like this), you got your cowboy action set up, you're military surplus set up, first firearm set up (for the kids, like 22lr) and so on... you can see where I'm going, I could probably provide all 5 catagories... that video would be a hit. I'd love to see a concealable revolver in one of them
My brother has the smith&Wesson m&p sport2 i have the ruger ar556 and both are wonderful choices, i dont know if its just my Ruger AR or all of them but the takedown pins are hard to get out but other than that its a nice shooter
Have you ever reviewed Diamondback out of Florida. Nice rifle and reasonably priced. They have a handgun or two as well. There are a bakers dozen of qualifying arms, I know that. Get them while you can. Stay alert and strapped. From Oregon✌
I've gotta say, Palmetto state armory, has become probably my favorite gun manufacturer in the United States. What they've done for the gun community is incredible. They've made it so easy and affordable for the every day American to get into the 2nd amendment community. And now, they've even started an ammo company, all made from raw components, AAC. They are a company that I want to give my money to. Hats off to PSA. Great video Eric!
The bought an existing company (AAC).
PSA is really killing it right now. A long way from where they where ten years ago. Their dagger line I feel has been a game changer, other companies need to follow suit.
@@ricks.1092 yes I know they bought it, but it's still cool that they're trying to make ammo and guns more available for everyone. They also just opened another store in Myrtle Beach, SC
I love PSA too and I'm sick of people who have never owned a Palmetto saying they have bad quality control or that they are "jam city" I have not seen any issues with PSA AR's and I have seen quite a few of them. Why are there so many PSA haters?
@@Doobie603 you gotta understand PSA has been around for awhile and that "cheap and poor" QA reputation comes from the early years when they still offered great prices but their shipping times and QA were problematic. But they have kept their head down, absorbed a few companies, built up huge following and demonstrated (for the most part) they can and will learn from mistakes.
One glorious day in 2005 My dad bought me a smith and Wesson 5904, a bushmaster AR15 and a mossberg 590. All were local police trade ins.
Sounds like repeating that day would be a fantastic housewarming gift idea for when my son gets his own place. I'd go G19 or even 26 instead of the 5904 though.
@@BlueTrane2028 excellent idea, and don’t forget a gift for his partner.
I bought my wife a M&P Ez380 as a wedding present last year. She loves it, shoots it well, and keeps it bedside when I’m away.
Getting my son his first rifle thinking a henery 22 rifle. It's a vibe and a great rifle
Ow you like that 5904? Bought my wife a 5906 (stainless version) absolutely love it.
@@BlueTrane2028those gen 3 Smith and wesson wonder nines are no joke. Awesome guns. Tack drivers and easy to shoot. They are a bit heavy but in my opinion they are a solid option. I wish they still made them.
I manage a gun store in NC. Our best sellers are Taurus G2c/G3c, Del-ton Echo, and Mossberg Maverick 88
My first load out is a Smith and Wesson SD 40, a Remington 870 and an AK and I honestly feel that this list is a pretty good starter pack
Great minds think alike, mines the SD 9, mossberg 500 and a ruger ar 5.56
43x, stoeger double defense sbs. Wbp AK.
Eric, I've watched many videos about beginning shooters and guns. Something nobody ever talks about is the ease of cleaning and general maintenance of firearms for beginners. Most modern guns are pretty easy to take care of, but some are easier than others.
I have this italian talfigo I don't remember but it's also known as titan I have a 380 and a 25 auto. These guns are 70 years old and break down without tools well the slide and recoil spring giving you access to trigger mech barrel and hammer. Even the old guns are rather user friendly. And there is something to be said to a new gun owner to own a hammer fired handgun because of the peace of mind when carrying one in the chamber. Nice way to get comfy
Glock 26/19/17 (I’ve kinda ignored Glock 9mm post purchasing my G19 Gen 3 a decade or so ago), Mossberg 500/Maverick 88, PSA AR15…budget friendly and super reliable…
Nice to see someone understand simplicity. My 3; a 12 ga pump, Hi point Carbine, and Glock 21.
You just proved the amazing versatility of the 12 gauge. Target shooting and felling trees at the same time. What a multitasker.
I started off with a G19, M&P Sport 2, and a Mossberg Maverick 88.. I have better stuff now, but these three have served me well, in fact I still run them often to keep the wear down on my higher quality stuff..which is a testament in itself of their own quality to price ratio. 🤷♂️
M2.0 9 mil. Winchester sxp 12g. Sport 2.
At PSA you can get complete lower, complete upper and have AR for 360ish, or Bear Creek Arsenal upper with PSA lower around same price, can get into all 3 well less than 1000 bucks with Taurus G3C and Mossberg 88
I love this video! And yes...I'd love to see a higher level version. Maybe even 2! Like a mid range option of these same formats as well as the high end. There's so many great options above the entry level guns like the out of the box well optioned stuff like the Saints from Springfield or the new Beretta A300 ultima Patrol or even the Mossberg 930spx
Best true budget beginner: Taurus G2C, Maverick 88, Radical Arms AR-15. Thatd be $800~$900 for all three.
@@TylerSmith-ce8mk I have the same ones
Totally.
Canik elite combat, Mossberg 500 Scorpion and I built an aero percision m4e1 14.5 pinned and welded
Glock 19x, ruger 556, mossberg 500 or remington 870 with whatever variant you like or can afford
Having a gun in your hand and taking it apart makes the process so much more simplified.
I believe most people think the Ar15 is a space gun the way the receiver looks, but really it’s a super simple gun.
Highly recommend going to a gun show just to look at everything, actually see and hold the gun makes a world of difference than watching a video.
Glad the Stoeger M3000 was mentioned. I don't know why, but it's often overlooked and it's as good as you're going to get not only in that price range but as a clone (of the Benelli M2.) I have one with the pistol grip and extended mag tube and sitting next to my buddy's $2k M4, it's hard to tell a difference in materials and quality and it runs all day long. It also has better sights than anything I've seen for that money.
Being inertia-driven it's a bit harsher than your gas operated options like the A300 Ultima, 1301 Tactical, and M4, but it's half the price of the A300, a third of the 1301, and a quarter of the M4. I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a semi that can't drop a grand or more.
Thank you. Haven’t looked into shotguns much and the Stoeger is new to me. Was looking at the A300 after the recent video from Garand Thumb…
When a lot of my friends are spending close to 2k on duck hunting shotguns, I still use my 10 year old Stoeger 3500. For less than $600, I have a bird hunting autoloader that can't be beat when it comes to hard use and reliability with any load I've ever run through it.
I fell in love with the 3500
Stoeger in general is overlooked, ive had my eye on their stuff for years but theres no reviews of their products by anyone well-known or anyone showing like a torture test.
Its all just ppl youve never heard of vouching for them, probably shot like 100 rounds out of it before concluding.
@@1nfamyX Torture tests make for fun videos, sure, but aren't useful real world data. Who's going to run 500 rounds of varying ammo through their shotty rapidly, freeze it solid, dunk it in mud, etc? It really doesn't matter.
I care if a well-maintained weapon functions reliably under proper use, because that's the conditions my weapons will see.
You can’t go wrong with the Maverick 88…affordable and a lot of upgrades are out there. I added the saddle with rail and shell holder…
Always a tossup between a good Glock and S&W M&P…just solid choices.
A used Sears and Robuck shotgun is tough to beat too for quality and price.
If it's reliable and you can use it well then there's nothing wrong with any brand. Buckshot feels the same no matter what brand.
My current go to trio is the shield plus, Remington 870 home defense, police trade in smith and Wesson sport 2. I got them all used and reasonably priced.
I took this advice a couple years back, bought a G19, then AR, and then a shotgun. Added a 22lr for plinking with my kids. I went for a more expensive AR because I was scared about a “cheap AR”. But as I learned more, I’d be very comfortable equipping myself with a $600 AR. One other thing I would change is that I would get a more concealable pistol since I’m skinny.😅 hope this helps someone
Ive got a PSA Dagger and a Mossberg Maverick 88 to start. PSA Sabre is next on the list. I went shotgun 2nd for clay shooting
Maverick 88 if you don’t plan to modify. Mossberg 500 if you plan to. I found this out the hard way. The maverick does not have an action tube, so to modify it requires buying one for ~$80
Thank you for the YEARS of information.
Get a hipoint c9 and a 995ts carbine.
How’s that for beginners? They actually work extremely well.
Do all workhorses- G19 gen 4, BCM AR15 14.5 or 16", Mossberg 590 or if you have the cash beretta 1301. We're missing a food group though- bolt action. Bergara 308.
Okay for people saying the m&p15 is not that good for beginners dont know what they are talking about i just bought the sport 2 with iron sights its good enough to really learn the platform
I recommended to a relative on a budget the maverick 12 ga shotgun, IWI Zion Ar-15, and some kind of Canik pistol in 9mm.
I have a maverick 88 but man loved the h&r pardner pump
My first 3 were a G2C, Maverick 88, and an AR556 MPR. I've since upgraded and added other things to my collection but those 3 were great to start with when I was a broke 18-21 year old.
The Ruger MPR was my first AR15, still not done with it but a buikd over 2k is still seen as entry level
Well done, Eric, thank you! 😊 I’m not new to firearms but I appreciate how you impart your wisdom and experience. It’s no nonsense, and your opinions are well formed from facts. These are excellent choices and for good reasons. Thanks again from a long time viewer! 🇺🇸 🗽
Honorable mention for shotgun: Remington 870. Great gun, pretty cheap price (around $400-500) and pump action so reliability very good. SIDE NOTE: Had a Mossberg 500 and loved it, so don't think I'm putting them down haha.
Have an 870 for 30yrs. Discovered Mossberg and love them.(left handed) Mossberg is my go to now.
I found a Glock 17 and a Kel-Tec Sub2000 with the magazine well that accepts the same Glock magazines can be a real lite setup. You've got the carbine as your primary and don't need to carry any different magazines for your backup. We aren't allowed AR's in Canada so that sub2000 is one of the few semi auto we can own. Don't need to worry about AR magazines here so can use those pockets for cards with shotgun slugs and buckshot on there for the 1301.
Just a caveat to consider about semi-automatic shotguns: whatever load you're using has to create either enough inertia or gas to cycle the action. Lower power loads can get iffy in some situations.
Glock 17 or 19, Diamondback DB-15 (16 inches barrel), Benelli M3 or Bretta A300 Patrol or Mossberg 940 Pro.
Here are mine. Three of the following or all of the above.
1. Glock 19 OR Glock 23 (If I can handle the 40 cal) in a CAA MCK.
2. Springfield XD Sub-Compact.
3. An AR-15 in 5.56.
4. An AR-10 in .308.
Right there with you! Well pleased owner of the Shield Plus 9, Glock 19.5, Smith M&P Sport II, and a 40+ year old Mossberg 500. I have many others, but this basic lineup does about any job needed at a modest cast. I live in GA not too far from you. Hope to get over to meet you one day, soon.
Thanks for all the info I’m new to firearms bought my first gun a Glock 19 two months ago and got a ruger mpr 556 this month I enjoy your videos you seem like a really genuine person thx
He is very genuine, honestly just want everyone to be able to defend themselves. He can throw around a lot of technical terms when the video is for beginners but still awesome info. Glad to hear you decided to arm yourself!
Ruger 10/22 is pretty nice for a beginner. Get some BX-25 mags and enjoy shooting cheap ammo. Not noisy and zero recoil.
One of my absolute favorites! Those mags rock, i have a bunch for my take down model. Truly a favorite of mine and deadly accurate.
@@DW133_ I think a .22 rifle is perfectly fine for home defense for a beginner. No, it's not the perfect tool for the job obviously, but it's also something that's cheap, easy to use, and low recoil will be far better under a stressful situation than an AR or shotgun the newbie is unfamiliar with. People write it off, but nobody's shrugging off 10 rapid shots of .22LR center mass.
@@DW133_ I agree, but we're talking a beginner here. Most of them probably aren't going to have the knowledge to know what a Ruger PC Carbine is let alone anything like a custom AR9 or things like the Scorpion, Sub2000, etc.
A stovepipe isn't too hard to clear on a 10/22 and they're about as reliable as they get for that caliber.
@@stevem4783 yeah or load up a couple BX25 mags. That's damn sure gonna take care of any threat inside the house. No, it wouldn't be my first choice for sure but I wouldn't feel under gunned one bit with it. I've always bought good ammo for mine which makes a world of difference as far as reliability goes. 25 rapid fired stingers, minimags or velocitors are gonna put just about any threat to sleep with no problem
On my Beretta 1301 tactical being a soft shooting 12 gauge I still changed the butt stock with the Mesa Tactical ar15 stock adapter but with the Kenshot hydraulic recoil reducing adjustable buffer tube and Magpul CTR buttstock with a Limb saver butt pad. I put on the Ergo deluxe ar15 grip which is wider which helps have your hand handle the recoil. This is good when shooting stronger recoiling higher velocity defense 00 Buck like Hornady Critical defense 00 buck which is 1600 ft per second.
I'm older than you Eric and grew up shooting revolvers, went to semiautos about 30 years ago, so my list may look a little different than yours.... Depending on how new to firearms we are talking about I would probably go with a revolver, a 38 special revolver, Rossi or something similar if on a budget or S&W, Colt or Ruger if the money is available or a good used one. I agree with the Mossburg shotgun, my preference is the model 500 series and I believe most should own a good AR ot AK but a mid price bolt action in 30/06 has been the standby for decades and has served many generations very well......
My choices are dependent on experience, budget and how much the weapons will actually be used, semiautos have a learning curve; failure to feed, stovepipes, magazine issues and so forth that a totally new shooter will have to learn to deal with........ Also free shipping generally means that new shooter knowing an FFL that will do a transfer for him/her which many don't have......
Love the channel, long time subscriber, seldom commenter 😂
I would like to see a video on mid-level options as well.
glock 19 mos optic and light
BCM 14.5
beretta 1301
@@taylorhudgens2650pretty good list right there
I started with a Stag Arms lefty, Glock 19X, and mossburg Pump. Use them still to this day.
Tuning in from the Uk. I love my mossberg 590 decked out with a fab defense ar pistol grip adjustable stock, kick ezz recoil pad and a magpul foreend
Lets not forget you dont have to buy new! Can save alot of money picking up a used mossberg 500 glock police trade and maby even a m&p 15 sporter. If your state allows you can totally hunt deer with 556 55 gr barns all copper smoking at 3200 fps I get full pass through on black tail. Just keep her with in 250 Yards. Monolithic copper hollow point is the key they expand but don't break apart and they penitrate like an fmj.
Thank you Eric, ur 1 of 3 or 4 people I lesson to when it come to firearms, thank for ur time 🙏✌
Great video for someone looking into getting 3 of the basics without getting ripped off or buying something that they're going to regret later on. I bought a Anderson A/R 15 at my local shop with a Magpul pistol grip and collapsible stock, pic rail, M-Lock gaurd, and a Vortex Red Dot all for $599
Have a Taurus g2c..12ga ranger slam fire..and a Anderson ar15..all run good!
My first Glock 19 was $400 in 1998. The good ole days (other than the 10 round mag capacity)
If anyone asked me I’d say S&W shield plus in 9mm like you said, I’d get a PSA AR (or AK either or) and the old trusty Mossberg 500. 👍🏻 probably bout $1,400 or so for all 3. 🤷♂️
PSA Dagger is a "glock not a glock" great functionality with better ergonomics. Great gun for a really good price. I will own many of these. Trigger is a gen 3 so, it's not great, but I've used worse. Still upgradeable
Taurus G series, Maverick 88 and PSA for me
Im with ya bro!
Semi-auto 9mm in the $350-700 range. (Glock, Sig, Walther, H&K, Canik, CZ, IWI, S&W, Springfield)
16" AR-15 chambered in 5.56. There are a ton of good ones that are reliable and reasonably accurate. The $550 to $900 range is full of good ones.
Mossberg 500/Maverick 88 12 gauge for a solid shotgun
Two S&W pistols you left out worth mentioning are the M&P Sheild Ez 9mm and .380 for the older folks with arthritis or women or anyone who doesn't have a great deal of grip strength and has difficulties with racking the slide and dealing with recoil. Even though a lot gun prices have gotten more reasonable, those who are living on social security are still pretty much priced out of the market. I would love to buy semiautomatic shotgun and M&P AR.
I'd recommend the Mossberg 500 or 590 over the Maverick 88 if you can afford it.
Minimal difference, safety and pump fore end being the only real differences.
Endless up grades on 500 and 590 over the maverick 88 yes my 88 had smooth bore and rifled barrel dos everything one would need it for. At $350 with both barrels.
My beginner set up has been.
M&P Sheild plus
Sig m400 tread
Maverick 88.
Here are my recommendations.
- Pistols -
CCW Pistol: Glock 43X/48 (48 has extra .5 or so inch of barrel length) with S15 15 round magazines.
All around pistol: Any Glock type pistol, PSA Dagger, Polymer80, etc.
Cheap Pistol: Taurus G3C its like $180-250 new and used.
- Shotgun -
Home Defense Pump: Maverick 88 ($250ish)
Higher end pump: Remington 870 Marine with magazine tube extension ($450-650 depending)
Extremely cheap pump option: Stevens 320 (I have found them as low as $130 preowned and used)
Cheap Semi auto: Tristar G2 ($400-500) (VERY PICKY on ammo, typically only likes high brass Winchester or Remington ammo)
Hunting semi auto: Browning Silver Field, or Browning Gold Hunter (Used around $600-1000, my gold hunter has had around 8K rounds with ZERO malfunctions, besides bad ammo)
Rifle:
Cheap pieced out yourself and assembled AR-15: $450-550 for a complete setup with everything (Palmetto State, Delta Team Tactical, Aero Precision).
Higher end AR-15: just get a PSA Sabre. (1K)
Highest end AR: Daniel Defense MK18 14.5 pinned & welded with SureFire WarComp (2K+)
cheap AK: GF3 PSA AK ($550-700)
Great AK: K-USA 103 side folder ($1200)
Bolt Action:
Hunting: Any Savage Axis rifle
High End: THE FIX ($3K+)
I like your list 👍. It can look different for everyone but still check all the boxes.
I started with a CZ 75 BD 9 MM pistol and then got an SOLGW 16" 5.56 carbine AR 15 from Brownells and just recently ordered a Benelli M4 7+1. Money well spent from my perspective.
My first AR was a PSA build kit on a lower I picked up at a LGS. I put around 5k rounds through it and even took it to some multi gun competitions. It was accurate out to 200 yards and could fire continuously for a few hours as long as I wasn’t using steel cased ammo or hollow tips. The bolt carrier was starting to show some wear but still worked by the time I upgraded to a better upper.
Glock 17, Aero AR-15, Maverick 88 is 👌
Don't forget your maverick and mossberg can shoot shortie shells which can increase your maverick 88 up to 13 rounds
My first pistol was a Sigma SW9VE and I loved it!
Bear Creek Arsenal has some great prices on uppers….PSA has great prices on lowers…together you can save a lot of money for a lot of gun!
I 2nd that
Sd9VE Maverick 88 and SKS
My suggestion for a starter gun is Arex Delta gen2. I have it and many newbie shooters, tend to shoot really really well with it. Probably because of really crispy and predictable trigger.
I bought my 24" Super black eagle for $1000. Well worth the price!!! I also carry a Dagger and hunt with a PSA PA10 in .308. The ultimate 3!!!
PSA is the only rifle that I know of that can shoot steel cased ammo without stoppages. And I’m talking about every one I have handled. We are talking entry level.
I 2nd the semi auto cz 712 g2... i put 10 rd extension match saver hiviz sight ext bilt release and bolt handle... i got the 712g2 onsale for under $400 new.. all together i might have $530 in the whole setup.. great shooter
My three choice: I hate to say this but the Glock 19 or a PSA Dagger. Everyone has a 19 so mags and parts are going to be plentiful. Are there better options ? Of course. Number 2: Shotgun from either Remington or Mossberg. Personally i love the Benelli m3 super 90. Number one is an AR15. Ammo, mags, parts and accessories would be everywhere.
I started with a S&W M&P 15, Sig Sauer P365 XMacro (no comp), and a Remington 870 Marine Magnum for my first three.
Mossberg Maverick 88 rifle barrel and Mossberg 835 dos everything I need it to do elk, deer, turkey 🦃 to small birds. I've used single shot break action for everything when I was younger. Don't need fancy.
Diamondback db15 is a good choice
CZ75 P-01 EDC, Aero Precision M4E1 build, Hatsan MPA I completely rebuilt during the Covid shortage.
S&W Shield Plus. As an added benefit, it's not butt ugly like the G19.
I've shot both the hipoint pistol and carbine. I would pick the carbine every time. Good video squib
my ideal configuration would be… 2 pistols , 2 rifles (one with lvpo) , 1 long gun , 1 semi auto shotgun. i like the idea of having a load out for a buddy if need be.
either way this is a great video bro. the majority of us don’t have thousands of free cash to spend on this expensive hobby. ammo is expensive enough and i like to shoot as much as i can.
In other words, 2 pistols and 4 long guns ...
Eric in my book ur the GOAT! U KEEP IT REAL! 💯 3 people I lesson to, an ur #1✌🙏🇺🇲💪
I bought my wife a maverick 88 over a decade ago, we cut down the barrel and put magpul furniture on it and she has put hundreds if not over a thousand shells through it and I'd still recommend it to anyone, best bang per buck firearm I've ever owned.
I have the Glock 19, S&W M&P (15-22) Sport and the Maverick 88 and they were first my guns. Although cost was a factor for me the, those guns have been great for learning how to shoot with in terms of technique.
M&P 9mm, Remington 870 or Mossberg 500 in 12 Ga, 5.56 M&P Sport 2
Stevens 320 security has served me well. Sub 300 before taxes with an easy to modify tube. 7 + 1 or more with a Choate tube extension. Adjustable ghost ring sights, top pic rail, nice loading gate and a smooth bolt carrier with a rotating bolt based off a Winchester design.
Sig P226 9mm, Mossberg 500 Persuader 12g, S&W MP 15 sport II with the Magpul handguards, It was a LE Trade in.
If your using new owner as example you should be all about
.38 they are affordable and the manual of arms is easy to learn as far as shotguns 20 gauge for folks
Who are recoil shy as far rifle An
Ar-15 kicks about as maybe a20 ga.
I regret going .38 for my first gun to be honest. I feel like I should have just spent the money on an AR-15 and ammo. But to each their own.
For my wife i got a Glock 43, a Ruger PC9 Carbine, and a Mossberg 20ga youth model. The only upgrade i would like to do is the G43 to a G26 so the mag would work in the carbine. Obviously, it depends on the shooter. JMHO
@Timothy Mckee you get it my friend!!!👍👌
Great video, very informative 👍💯 Appreciate your insight
I got my M4 from PSA literally the day SB1240 in Washington State was signed into law couldn't have cut it any closer unfortunately now I can't buy any replacement parts hopefully the law gets tossed soon so I can switch out a few things from stock I also run a shield plus for edc and Remington 870 for when things have to get loud
You mentioned the Daggers are "all" RMR cut. This is not true. Some are Doctor cut and some have no optic cut. Great video and good suggestions.
My first 3 were glock 20, APF armory AR-10, and a Break Action Remington Bikal 20 guage shotgun. Not ideal for a begginer at all but It sure made shooting other guns a breeze after getting used to the masive recoil from the glock 20 and AR-10.
My maverick came as a 28 inch barrel I put an 18 1/2 on it for loading and keeping in the house but I use that maverick every duck and dove season and have been since 2009. Not had one issue through any of those seasons
Budget tier:
G19 gen 3
Keltec sub 2k (takes the same Glock mags)
Moss berg maverick 88
Tier two:
P226
Aero AR pistol
Moss berg 930
Tier 3:
I can’t afford tier 3.
My first was a Glock 17, Mossberg Maverick 12 gauge, and a Springfield Saint Victor AR-15. Then a SIG P365X for everyday carry. Start with a larger handgun as they are way easier to shoot!! Once you have trained enough you can probably go with a smaller 9mm handgun. The SIG P365X Macro would be a great start or a Glock 19.
Good video. I agree with you on all the recommendations. 3 gun arsenal is a good baseline defensive system. 👍🇺🇸👍
I've had my maverick 88 for 6 years take it rabbit hunting all the time probably have 300 rounds through it, have only cleaned it once, great gun. My first shot gun and I love it, I would love to get the shockwave in 20ga for rabbits....
Dagger. Psa nitride AR. Remington 870. Not my dream combo but you would be in a great position to upgrade eventually.
I am finding the smith and wesson Equalizer to be a pretty good fit for concealed carry.
I love the 5 gun videos. I got an idea for one: 5 gun combos (like this), you got your cowboy action set up, you're military surplus set up, first firearm set up (for the kids, like 22lr) and so on... you can see where I'm going, I could probably provide all 5 catagories... that video would be a hit. I'd love to see a concealable revolver in one of them
My brother has the smith&Wesson m&p sport2 i have the ruger ar556 and both are wonderful choices, i dont know if its just my Ruger AR or all of them but the takedown pins are hard to get out but other than that its a nice shooter
I just bought a PSA Dagger today for $300 with free shipping.
Have you ever reviewed Diamondback out of Florida. Nice rifle and reasonably priced. They have a handgun or two as well. There are a bakers dozen of qualifying arms, I know that. Get them while you can. Stay alert and strapped. From Oregon✌
Sks, cz75b, mavric 88 with extended tube
Bearcreek Arsenal seems to be a good company to check into AR wise as well
Bca has come along way. I believe the most slept on budget ar.