General gun novice here in the market for my very first handgun for primarily plinking/target fun but also would like to have something that could provide SOME home defense capability as well (instead of buying a separate gun for each purpose). Am well aware of the on-going debate regarding the merits of a .22 caliber being used for self-defense situations so am NOT trying to stoke that debate.
My dilemma is that I REALLY like the feel/comfort of the SR22 (small hands) but wish it was offered in a "more potent" caliber. It also offers the features that I feel my wife would prefer and not be overly "intimidating" like other higher calibers.
Any thoughts would be appreciated, particularly if any suggestions can be offered regarding a different make/model that offers a similar feel as the SR22 but in that higher caliber that I THINK I want.
My dilemma is that I REALLY like the feel/comfort of the SR22 (small hands) but wish it was offered in a "more potent" caliber. It also offers the features that I feel my wife would prefer and not be overly "intimidating" like other higher calibers.
Any thoughts would be appreciated, particularly if any suggestions can be offered regarding a different make/model that offers a similar feel as the SR22 but in that higher caliber that I THINK I want.