SGB
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A .410 shotgun much like the .380 acp is a POOR choice for self defense. Not knowing your particulars such as arm reach, hand size, arm and hand strength can make recommending specific firearms more difficult. As can the price point you have available for each firearm.
If you're of average female stature You may want to look at the .22's and shotguns that are offered in adult and youth dimensions, Such as the Ruger 10/22 and the Remington 11/87. Most youth model shotguns are 20ga and semi-auto's will recoil softer than pumps but cost more. Use bird shot for practice and buck shot for self defense.
Double action revolvers are simpler than semi-autos but have a long heavy trigger that those with marginal hand strength may find difficult to utilize. Stick to trying out service & compact size handguns as subcompacts are harder to shoot well, 9mm or .38spl should be your minimum caliber. Stick to Quality ammunition that passes the FBI protocol (Link Removed)
And don't be rushed into making decisions based on the advice of a gun store salesman ............ research and verify. Best of luck.
If you're of average female stature You may want to look at the .22's and shotguns that are offered in adult and youth dimensions, Such as the Ruger 10/22 and the Remington 11/87. Most youth model shotguns are 20ga and semi-auto's will recoil softer than pumps but cost more. Use bird shot for practice and buck shot for self defense.
Double action revolvers are simpler than semi-autos but have a long heavy trigger that those with marginal hand strength may find difficult to utilize. Stick to trying out service & compact size handguns as subcompacts are harder to shoot well, 9mm or .38spl should be your minimum caliber. Stick to Quality ammunition that passes the FBI protocol (Link Removed)
And don't be rushed into making decisions based on the advice of a gun store salesman ............ research and verify. Best of luck.