I am in good health and a woman older than 65 with a very steady hand. I decided that I needed to prepare for home defense and want to do it the correct way. A friend took me to a range for the 1st time and had me try his HK P30s(?). I took to it like a duck to water. Out of the 15 in the clip, I shot 11. My friend wanted to show me some basics with the 1st 4. My last 6 went right where I wanted them-dead center. The others were clustered in the damage range and all were on the target . All done at 10'. I then tried a Shield(?). I felt like it was controlling me and although I was fairly accurate I did not like the "feel" and texture of the grip. I was trying to find out if that is enough to help me decide. I admit it. I have NEVER picked up a weapon let alone fired one. I was looking for a weapon with a grip & features of the HK.
I will be doing everything "by the book" and have decided to get some outside advice as soon as you all stop laughing. I am expecting my carry permit any day.
I love research so if you can give me specifics I would be grateful.
Thanking you in advance.