r/canadaguns • u/Roofincold • May 30 '26

Buy recommendations First gun

Got my pal a few months ago and I’ve been scared to buy my first gun, then finally at a Canadian tire, a very nice dude spent some time and went over a bunch of them with me.

I want to get a Mossberg 590A1 Compact, out of all of them it felt natural and very nicely balanced.

I am planning a trip to the range (never owned a gun, shot one or been close to them other than gaming ).

Anyone have any inputs about it ? I am going to be 3-4 times a year at the range and then going hunting. I am not crazy into guns, but wanted something decent and based on the seller this is the best bang for my buck.

Thank you!

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u/Lumindan May 30 '26

You've got plenty of good recommendations in this thread so I'll bring up the other items.

Make sure you have your PPE (eyes and ears). I'm a big fan of double up on ears (foamies plus electronic cups).

A pair of walker razors is cheap (60 bucks if you get the gel cups, highly recommend) and they'll keep you from going deaf. Especially if you're gonna be shooting a shotgun.

Make sure you check in with your range on what type of ammo is allowed too (some ranges have slug only areas etc).

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u/Roofincold May 30 '26

Thank you. In all honesty I’ve completely forgot about hearing protection and would have gone without it.

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u/Iokua_CDN May 30 '26

I agree with this! Used to shoot just with earplugs  for years. Finally started  doubling up  and it's so much nicer now.