{"id":474,"date":"2022-12-02T02:49:24","date_gmt":"2022-12-02T02:49:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=474"},"modified":"2022-12-02T02:49:24","modified_gmt":"2022-12-02T02:49:24","slug":"throwback-thursday-the-10-best-guns-for-older-shooters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=474","title":{"rendered":"Throwback Thursday: The 10 Best Guns for Older Shooters"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p>When it comes to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">guns<\/a> for older shooters, there are many misconceptions. All are not disabled, but getting old isn\u2019t for the faint of heart. All of us have been diminished in ability in some ways, whether it be less visual acuity, a loss of muscle mass, or some other part of the inevitable decline. Shooters who have handled firearms their entire life have an easier track than others. They may simply move from a .45 to a 9mm automatic and save wear and tear on the wrist. They may add a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/scopes-and-optics\/red-dot-and-holographic-sights\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">red dot sight<\/a> or some other high-visibility type sight to help their accuracy.<\/p>\n<p>Seniors who have not handled firearms but suddenly realize that just maybe this gun thing is a good idea have a more difficult time learning handguns and shotguns and choosing a firearm with a good fit. But there are good choices.<\/p>\n<p>I was tasked to find 10 good firearms for older shooters. It wasn\u2019t that difficult, and I am certain there are other types that would serve as well. <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/long-distance-personal-defense-guns\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Personal defense<\/a> is the primary consideration, but long guns are also sporting types. I think the recommendations are valid and the choices will prove profitable for older shooters.<\/p>\n<p>(<a href=\"#shooters\">Click here to skip the infographic<\/a> and read the rest of the article.)<\/p>\n<p><center><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-53136 aligncenter jetpack-lazy-image\" alt=\"top 10 guns older shooters\" width=\"640\" height=\"2662\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Top10GunsForOlderShooters.jpg?w=1097&amp;ssl=1 1097w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Top10GunsForOlderShooters.jpg?resize=72%2C300&amp;ssl=1 72w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Top10GunsForOlderShooters.jpg?resize=768%2C3194&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Top10GunsForOlderShooters.jpg?resize=246%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 246w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Top10GunsForOlderShooters.jpg?resize=221%2C920&amp;ssl=1 221w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Top10GunsForOlderShooters.jpg?resize=640%2C2662&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-53136 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Top10GunsForOlderShooters.jpg?resize=640%2C2662&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"top 10 guns older shooters\" width=\"640\" height=\"2662\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Top10GunsForOlderShooters.jpg?w=1097&amp;ssl=1 1097w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Top10GunsForOlderShooters.jpg?resize=72%2C300&amp;ssl=1 72w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Top10GunsForOlderShooters.jpg?resize=768%2C3194&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Top10GunsForOlderShooters.jpg?resize=246%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 246w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Top10GunsForOlderShooters.jpg?resize=221%2C920&amp;ssl=1 221w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/center><\/p>\n<h2>1. Ruger Standard Model .22<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/brands\/r\/ruger\/?brand=Ruger&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"370\" alt=\"older shooters handgun - ruger standard\" class=\"wp-image-46357 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-1.jpeg?w=4954&amp;ssl=1 4954w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-1.jpeg?resize=300%2C174&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-1.jpeg?resize=768%2C444&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-1.jpeg?resize=1024%2C592&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-1.jpeg?resize=1266%2C732&amp;ssl=1 1266w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-1.jpeg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-1.jpeg?resize=640%2C370&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"370\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-1.jpeg?resize=640%2C370&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"older shooters handgun - ruger standard\" class=\"wp-image-46357\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-1.jpeg?w=4954&amp;ssl=1 4954w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-1.jpeg?resize=300%2C174&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-1.jpeg?resize=768%2C444&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-1.jpeg?resize=1024%2C592&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-1.jpeg?resize=1266%2C732&amp;ssl=1 1266w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-1.jpeg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption>The Ruger Standard Model is one handgun on the must-have list for older shooters.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ruger\/firearms\/handguns\/?brand=Ruger&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ruger<\/a> Standard Model .22 is a classic firearm today, but was very much an upstart from an unknown maker more than 70 years ago when first introduced. The Ruger is among the most reliable, accurate, and well-handling handguns of the previous century. Whether for training, small-game hunting, or even personal defense, the Ruger has filled every role a handgun may fill. The first handgun should be a .22 (and perhaps the last as well).<\/p>\n<h2>2. Heritage Rough Rider .22 Revolver<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/heritage-manufacturing-rough-rider-revolver-.22-long-rifle-6.5-barrel-6-rounds-cocobolo-grips-blue-finish\/FC-727962500309.html?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"389\" alt=\"Heritage revolver\" class=\"wp-image-46355 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-3.jpeg?w=2585&amp;ssl=1 2585w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-3.jpeg?resize=300%2C182&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-3.jpeg?resize=768%2C467&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-3.jpeg?resize=1024%2C622&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-3.jpeg?resize=1266%2C769&amp;ssl=1 1266w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-3.jpeg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-3.jpeg?resize=640%2C389&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"389\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-3.jpeg?resize=640%2C389&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Heritage revolver\" class=\"wp-image-46355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-3.jpeg?w=2585&amp;ssl=1 2585w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-3.jpeg?resize=300%2C182&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-3.jpeg?resize=768%2C467&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-3.jpeg?resize=1024%2C622&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-3.jpeg?resize=1266%2C769&amp;ssl=1 1266w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-3.jpeg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption>The Heritage .22 is offered in several versions.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The Rough Rider .22 is something of a marvel. It is very inexpensive, but it isn\u2019t cheaply made. The .22 doesn\u2019t have much pressure and the metal doesn\u2019t have to take much of a beating. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/heritage-manufacturing\/firearms\/handguns\/?brand=HeritageManufacturing&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Heritage<\/a> doesn\u2019t have any bling, but it always works well. The revolver is accurate enough and economical to purchase and fire. With the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/rimfire\/.22-magnum\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">.22 Magnum<\/a> cylinder in place, the Heritage is a good choice for small game and may serve for personal defense.<\/p>\n<h2>3. Smith &amp; Wesson Shield .380 EZ<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/smith-and-wesson-mandp-380-shield-ez-8-rounds-.380-acp-ambi-thumb-safety-black\/FC-022188869743.html?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"486\" alt=\"Smith and Wesson .380 Shield E Z\" class=\"wp-image-46353 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-6.png?resize=1024%2C778&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-6.png?resize=300%2C228&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-6.png?resize=768%2C583&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-6.png?resize=1212%2C920&amp;ssl=1 1212w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-6.png?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-6.png?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-6.png?resize=640%2C486&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"486\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-6.png?resize=640%2C486&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Smith and Wesson .380 Shield E Z\" class=\"wp-image-46353\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-6.png?resize=1024%2C778&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-6.png?resize=300%2C228&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-6.png?resize=768%2C583&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-6.png?resize=1212%2C920&amp;ssl=1 1212w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-6.png?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-6.png?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption>The Smith and Wesson .380 Shield EZ rack is a great all-around handgun.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Some older folks, and others with limited hand strength, have a difficult time racking a slide. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/sandw\/firearms\/handguns\/?brand=S&amp;W=&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">S&amp;W<\/a> Shield EZ is designed for easy racking and shooting. The Shield is offered with a manual safety or without, but all variants feature a grip safety.<\/p>\n<p>I knew a woman about my age that had suffered a serious injury in a fall. She had courage and worked herself back into shape by lifting weights and constant action. However, she never regained full hand strength and could no longer handle her .38 revolvers.<\/p>\n<p>While the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/handgun-ammo\/.380-acp-or-.380-auto\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">.380 ACP<\/a> isn\u2019t an ideal cartridge for personal defense, this handgun is a reasonable choice for many people. Semi-automatic pistols transfer part of the recoil into energy to work the slide \u2014 the recoil spring absorbs some recoil. A self-loader doesn\u2019t have a stiff trigger action if the pistol is <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/pistols-101-pistol-actions-triggers-performance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">properly designed.<\/a> Another impediment, however, is that the slide may be difficult to rack. The recoil spring must be compressed as the pistol is loaded by racking the slide.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/smith-and-wesson-mandp-380-shield-ez-8-rounds-.380-acp-ambi-thumb-safety-black\/FC-022188869743.html?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"618\" alt=\"M&amp;P Shield\" class=\"wp-image-46354 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-7.jpg?resize=1024%2C989&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-7.jpg?resize=300%2C290&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-7.jpg?resize=768%2C742&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-7.jpg?resize=953%2C920&amp;ssl=1 953w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-7.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-7.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-7.jpg?resize=640%2C618&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"618\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-7.jpg?resize=640%2C618&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"M&amp;P Shield\" class=\"wp-image-46354\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-7.jpg?resize=1024%2C989&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-7.jpg?resize=300%2C290&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-7.jpg?resize=768%2C742&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-7.jpg?resize=953%2C920&amp;ssl=1 953w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-7.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-7.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption>The Shield is easy to make ready, an important advantage for older shooters.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The slide features well-designed cocking serrations that make for easy racking. The front of the slide is scalloped to allow for easy manipulation. The frame features the new 18-degree grip angle that makes the 2.0 pistols set so well in the hand. You have a good feeling of control with this handgun. \u00a0Going to this size pistol results in a handgun that is easy to handle, comfortable to fire and with excellent accuracy in offhand fire. Not only is the pistol easy to rack, but the magazines are also designed to be easy to load.<\/p>\n<h2>4. Taurus TH9 9mm<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/taurus-th9c-9mm-luger-semi-auto-pistol-3.5-barrel-17-rounds-thumb-safety-od-green-polymer-frame-black-slide\/FC-725327617099.html?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"392\" alt=\"Taurus 9mm\" class=\"wp-image-46352 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-5.jpeg?resize=1024%2C627&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-5.jpeg?resize=300%2C184&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-5.jpeg?resize=768%2C470&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-5.jpeg?resize=1266%2C775&amp;ssl=1 1266w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-5.jpeg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-5.jpeg?resize=640%2C392&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-5.jpeg?resize=640%2C392&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Taurus 9mm\" class=\"wp-image-46352\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-5.jpeg?resize=1024%2C627&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-5.jpeg?resize=300%2C184&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-5.jpeg?resize=768%2C470&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-5.jpeg?resize=1266%2C775&amp;ssl=1 1266w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-5.jpeg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption>The Taurus 9mm offers good function at a fair price.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/taurus\/firearms\/handguns\/?brand=Taurus&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Taurus<\/a> has two things going for it:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It is affordable.<\/li>\n<li>It is reliable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The pistol appeals to older shooters in that it offers a double-action first shot and a manual safety with decocker. While the modern striker-fired handgun is popular, there are many shooters that find the DA first shot more to their liking.<\/p>\n<p>The pistol offers excellent accuracy with the single-action firing mode. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/handgun-ammo\/9mm-luger-or-9x19mm\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">9mm<\/a> is a credible defensive choice, but without the recoil of larger calibers. The TH9 is an overlooked gem.<\/p>\n<h2>5. Remington 870 Pump-Action Shotgun (20-Gauge)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/remington-870-wingmaster-lightweight-pump-action-shotgun-20-gauge-28-vent-rib-barrel-4-rounds-3-chamber-walnut-stock-blue-6947\/FC-047700269474.html?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"207\" alt=\"Remington 870 20-gauge\" class=\"wp-image-46350 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-8.jpg?resize=1024%2C331&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-8.jpg?resize=300%2C97&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-8.jpg?resize=768%2C248&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-8.jpg?resize=1266%2C409&amp;ssl=1 1266w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-8.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-8.jpg?resize=640%2C207&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"207\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-8.jpg?resize=640%2C207&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Remington 870 20-gauge\" class=\"wp-image-46350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-8.jpg?resize=1024%2C331&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-8.jpg?resize=300%2C97&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-8.jpg?resize=768%2C248&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-8.jpg?resize=1266%2C409&amp;ssl=1 1266w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-8.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption>The Remington 870 20-gauge is controllable, compact, and effective.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/remington\/firearms\/shotguns\/?brand=Remington&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Remington<\/a> 870 shotgun is the classic pump-action shotgun. While there are comparable shotguns, the Remington just seems the right fit for many of us. The 12-gauge shotgun is a bit much for many older shooters.<\/p>\n<p>The 20-gauge shotgun is a favorite of savvy shooters. The 20 offers plenty of power for small game. With buckshot loads, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/shotgun-ammo\/?prefn1=gauge&amp;prefv1=20+Gauge&amp;brand=20Gauge&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">20-gauge<\/a> is a formidable home defender. Whether you find the 12-gauge just too much or need a lighter kicker, the 20 is a first-class option.<\/p>\n<h2>6. Beretta 1201 Automatic Shotgun (12-Gauge)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-image-46348\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"196\" alt=\"Beretta 1201\" class=\"wp-image-46348 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-10.jpg?resize=1024%2C314&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-10.jpg?resize=300%2C92&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-10.jpg?resize=768%2C235&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-10.jpg?resize=1266%2C388&amp;ssl=1 1266w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-10.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-10.jpg?resize=640%2C196&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"196\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-10.jpg?resize=640%2C196&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Beretta 1201\" class=\"wp-image-46348\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-10.jpg?resize=1024%2C314&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-10.jpg?resize=300%2C92&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-10.jpg?resize=768%2C235&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-10.jpg?resize=1266%2C388&amp;ssl=1 1266w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-10.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The Beretta 1201 is easy to manipulate and some of the recoil is absorbed by the action.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>While the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/shotgun-ammo\/?prefn1=gauge&amp;prefv1=12+Gauge&amp;brand=12Gauge&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">12-gauge<\/a> a bit much for some shooters, the pump-action shotgun may also be a bit difficult to handle. For those clinging to the 12, but wanting something a bit easier to manipulate, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/beretta\/firearms\/shotguns\/?brand=Beretta&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Beretta<\/a> 1201 is a first-class option. Let\u2019s face it: few of us are able to afford a Benelli Super 90. The Beretta 1201 is similar-to-the-same under the skin. The action is smooth, the shotgun is very reliable, and you may not miss your pump-action shotgun. Load it with reduced recoil buckshot \u2014 check for function \u2014 and you are well-armed.<\/p>\n<h2>7. Any .410 Shotgun<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/winchester-usa-pdx1-.410-3-4-disc16-plated-bb-10-rnd-box\/FC-020892020344.html?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"383\" alt=\"Winchester .410 PDX\" class=\"wp-image-46347 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-11.jpg?resize=1024%2C612&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-11.jpg?resize=300%2C179&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-11.jpg?resize=768%2C459&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-11.jpg?resize=1266%2C756&amp;ssl=1 1266w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-11.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-11.jpg?resize=640%2C383&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-11.jpg?resize=640%2C383&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Winchester .410 PDX\" class=\"wp-image-46347\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-11.jpg?resize=1024%2C612&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-11.jpg?resize=300%2C179&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-11.jpg?resize=768%2C459&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-11.jpg?resize=1266%2C756&amp;ssl=1 1266w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/10-Best-Guns-for-Older-Shooters-11.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption>This is a Winchester .410 PDX sectioned by the author.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Be it a Remington 870 or a single shot, the inoffensive .410 is a favorite game-getter for small game. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/410-bore\/firearms\/shotguns\/?brand=410Bore&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The .410<\/a> is among the most underrated of firearms. It is a long gun that is easier to use than, well, any handgun. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/shotgun-ammo\/?prefn1=gauge&amp;prefv1=.410+Bore&amp;brand=.410Bore&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">.410<\/a> offers a reasonable choice for home defense loaded with buckshot. Think about it: a high capacity 9mm or a .410 with buckshot in the hands of an occasional shooter. Which is the more formidable?<\/p>\n<h2>8. Ruger 10\/22 Rifle<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"643\" alt=\"Ruger 10\/22 semi auto rifle\" class=\"wp-image-45544 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Ruger-1022-semi-auto-rifle.png?w=690&amp;ssl=1 690w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Ruger-1022-semi-auto-rifle.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Ruger-1022-semi-auto-rifle.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Ruger-1022-semi-auto-rifle.png?resize=640%2C643&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"643\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Ruger-1022-semi-auto-rifle.png?resize=640%2C643&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Ruger 10\/22 semi auto rifle\" class=\"wp-image-45544\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Ruger-1022-semi-auto-rifle.png?w=690&amp;ssl=1 690w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Ruger-1022-semi-auto-rifle.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Ruger-1022-semi-auto-rifle.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The Ruger 10\/22 is one of the most popular .22 LR rifles on the market.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Just as the handgunner needs a good .22 as his or her foundation, a rifle shooter needs a good .22 rifle. The .22 self-loader is the most versatile choice. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ruger\/firearms\/rifles\/?brand=Ruger&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ruger<\/a> 10\/22 is reliable, upgradeable, accurate, and has a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">host of accessories<\/a> readily available.<\/p>\n<p>I have seen quite a few .22s put meat on the table during my lifetime. The .22 rifle is also a baseline for personal defense in rural areas. It is a good choice for the everyday shooter that needs something for recreation, personal defense, and to keep critters off the ranch.<\/p>\n<h2>9. AR-15<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"613\" alt=\"Daniel Defense AR-15 truck gun\" class=\"wp-image-45704 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Daniel-Defense-AR-15-truck-gun.png?w=687&amp;ssl=1 687w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Daniel-Defense-AR-15-truck-gun.png?resize=300%2C287&amp;ssl=1 300w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Daniel-Defense-AR-15-truck-gun.png?resize=640%2C613&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"613\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Daniel-Defense-AR-15-truck-gun.png?resize=640%2C613&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Daniel Defense AR-15 truck gun\" class=\"wp-image-45704\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Daniel-Defense-AR-15-truck-gun.png?w=687&amp;ssl=1 687w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Daniel-Defense-AR-15-truck-gun.png?resize=300%2C287&amp;ssl=1 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Daniel Defense makes some of the best AR-15s on the market.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>So, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/tactical\/ar-15-rifles\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AR-15<\/a> in a feature on guns for old folks? Yes. If you have been competing with an M1A in .308 and the expense, recoil, and weight are just too much for aging bones and a fixed income \u2014 a match-grade AR-15 is just the trick. If you have been a varmint shooter and your arthritis is messing with bolt manipulation, the AR gives up little if anything in accuracy to bolt guns.<\/p>\n<p>If you have been hunting deer with the .308, then the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/rifle-ammo\/.223-remington-and-5.56-nato\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">.223<\/a> will make the grade with a properly bonded core bullet, such as the Federal 62-grain. And you just may find a friendly, accurate light-kicking rifle you enjoy firing very much.<\/p>\n<h2>10. 6.5 Creedmoor Rifle<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"622\" height=\"622\" alt=\"Savage 110 Apex 6.5 Creedmoor\" class=\"wp-image-46359 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Savage-110-Apex-6.5-Creedmoor.png?w=622&amp;ssl=1 622w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Savage-110-Apex-6.5-Creedmoor.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Savage-110-Apex-6.5-Creedmoor.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Savage-110-Apex-6.5-Creedmoor.png?resize=564%2C564&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Savage-110-Apex-6.5-Creedmoor.png?resize=414%2C414&amp;ssl=1 414w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Savage-110-Apex-6.5-Creedmoor.png?resize=388%2C388&amp;ssl=1 388w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 622px) 100vw, 622px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Savage-110-Apex-6.5-Creedmoor.png?resize=622%2C622&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"622\" height=\"622\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Savage-110-Apex-6.5-Creedmoor.png?resize=622%2C622&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Savage 110 Apex 6.5 Creedmoor\" class=\"wp-image-46359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Savage-110-Apex-6.5-Creedmoor.png?w=622&amp;ssl=1 622w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Savage-110-Apex-6.5-Creedmoor.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Savage-110-Apex-6.5-Creedmoor.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Savage-110-Apex-6.5-Creedmoor.png?resize=564%2C564&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Savage-110-Apex-6.5-Creedmoor.png?resize=414%2C414&amp;ssl=1 414w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Savage-110-Apex-6.5-Creedmoor.png?resize=388%2C388&amp;ssl=1 388w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 622px) 100vw, 622px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Savage makes a great bolt-action rifle at a price that won\u2019t break the bank.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>My 6.5 Creedmoor is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/savage\/firearms\/rifles\/?brand=Savage&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Savage<\/a> 110 Apex. It\u2019s light-kicking, accurate, affordable, and topped with a Vortex scope that has given the author excellent results. If you are looking for a versatile all-around game, getting the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/6.5-creedmoor\/ammunition\/rifle-ammo\/?brand=6.5Creedmoor&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=10-best-guns-older-shooters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6.5 Creedmoor<\/a> is easy on the budget and the shoulder as well. It is an ideal cartridge for older shooters.<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>As we age, mental elements are affected, and our mental operations suffer as a result. Just the same, if you are a bit off from your very best, you may remain very good at what you are doing.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>What firearms would you recommend for older shooters? Let us know in the comments below!<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s note: This post was originally published in October of 2019. 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