r/canadaguns • u/AutoModerator • Oct 09 '22

Weekly Newbies & FAQ Thread - Post your questions here for PAL/RPAL application, timelines, CFSC/CFSRC, references & requirements, or general new to firearms ownership -type questions

This thread will be used for the "new"-type questions, PAL/RPAL applications, references, CFSC/CFRSC requirements, storage/transport, or other general "new-to-me" firearms ownership questions.

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u/EarthedVein-Erotica Oct 14 '22

Having just gotten my RPAL, I've ordered a used surplus Beretta 92S for which transfer has been initiated (Ontario).

If this might very well be our last ever chance to buy handguns, I'm considering buying a second handgun just in case the Beretta turns out to be a dud of some sort. This might be a dumb and ignorant fear..

Question 1) Is that even remotely likely?

I also read that the sights are bad in Beretta 92S.

So I'm considering buying a new Norinco NP17 or NP22.

Question 2) Would you say these Norinco clones will be inferior in every way to the Beretta or is there any weight in getting them as a backup?

Thank you for reading this. I'll appreciate your comments even if they don't answer my questions. :-) Guns are fun to even just talk about! :-)

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u/MLI691H Oct 14 '22 edited Oct 14 '22

I bought a surplus Beretta 92s this week. But I’ve also bought a few other guns. Beretta is just something I wanted to have in the collection.

Norinco NP22 is a clone of P226, parts can be replaced with P226 parts.

Do you need 2 Double action hammer fire firearms? Perhaps diversify? Spend a bit more and grab a CZ P-10F.

Check the sticky post on the other subreddit for deals. Also, Check CGN hand gun discussion section on where to find hand guns to buy.

Edit, by the way, congrats on your purchase!

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u/EarthedVein-Erotica Oct 14 '22

I'd also followed your lead with the Beretta. I don't think I would have found them without a markup without your help. Thank you!

And Congrats to you too on your purchases! Would you mind sharing their names?

CZ P-10F is a solid recommendation. Although, as far as handguns go, I'm for whatever reason completely sold on double action hammer fires. I don't think I'd like them any other way :P But yes, perhaps they are a bit redundant. Will do, Thanks.

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u/MLI691H Oct 14 '22 edited Oct 14 '22

Nice! I had a list of stores and went through them daily, LOL.

I bought: P-10F, Ruger, Security Six stainless (pretty sure it is stainless), Beretta 92S, Chiappa 1911-22 (easy shooter for bringing people out first time), CZ 75 surplus off of Gunpost

And I bought a Type 56 rifle. It will probably get banned soon.

If you are on a budget, Norinco is a fine choice. If you can afford a bit, CZ P-09 or CZ 75. Send me a msg and I can tell you where to go.